Nith Inshore Rescue has taken delivery of a new Ineos Grenadier, which will be used as its new search and rescue vehicle. Based near Dumfries, on the estuary of the River Nith, close to where it joins the Solway Firth, Nith Inshore Rescue is one of the busiest lifeboat stations in Scotland. Its volunteers aim to protect life and property under threat from the sea, inland water, flooding and other water-related incidents in the Upper Solway and surrounding area. When called upon by the HM Coastguard Rescue Co-ordination Centre, the charity deploys its lifeboat, search and rescue vehicle and oth ..read more

Munro Vehicles has completed its first pre-production model, a white Series-M Utility. The hard top five-seater 4×4 leaves the factory in East Kilbride just ten months after Munro unveiled the Mk_1 prototype model. The Mk_1 represents the return of light vehicle mass production to Scotland for the first time since the closure of the Linwood car plant in 1981. Munro is now scaling up its facilities, growing its workforce and bringing 300 new jobs to the region by 202 as it increases production from 50 vehicles a year to 2,500 vehicles per annum by 2027. “Witnessing the first pre-production Munr ..read more

When it comes to choosing shock absorbers for your pickup truck, the options can be bewildering. Not all shock absorbers are created equal, and picking the right type for your vehicle can significantly impact your driving experience. Whether you use your truck for long-haul trucking, off-roading adventures, or just comfortable city driving, knowing how to select the best shock absorbers is crucial. Here, we delve into various types, essential features, and tailored options to suit your specific needs. Types of Shock Absorbers Oil Shock Absorbers: Traditionally, oil shock absorbers have been a ..read more

Munro Vehicles has unveiled a special Mountain Rescue edition of its Mk_1 electric truck. The manufacturer of all-electric 4x4s — and Scotland’s only volume production car company — has tailored the Mk_1 to the requirements of Mountain Rescue and Fire Services who need a rugged, all-terrain vehicle capable of reaching casualties and wildfires in remote and challenging terrain. Development of this special edition came after in-depth consultations with mountain rescue teams from Scotland, England, and Wales, and engagement sessions with various regional Fire Services. Standout features of the ve ..read more

Ineos Automotive, the manufacturer of the Grenadier off-road vehicle, has acquired Botswana-based Kavango Engineering, a leading vehicle conversion specialist in southern Africa. Following this acquisition, the business has been rebranded as Ineos Kavango. Located in Maun, northern Botswana, at the gateway to the Okavango Delta, Ineos Kavango’s 5,000 square meter premises includes extensive fabrication and assembly facilities. Its highly skilled 70-strong workforce completes around 200 conversions a year. The team members that founded Kavango Engineering will remain involved in the business. T ..read more

The latest premium all-terrain tyre from Bridgestone, the Dueler All-Terrain A/T002, promises to give 4×4 and pickup drivers complete control on any terrain. The Dueler All-Terrain A/T002 — available in 43 sizes from 15 to 19 inches — features a revolutionary hexagonal block shape and pattern architecture, says Bridgestone. This design enables superior traction and braking balance on a variety of surfaces, coupled with the unique ability to shed mud and snow quickly once back on asphalt. Using a high silica compound gives the tyre an unrivalled grip on wet surfaces, ensuring control during str ..read more

VivoPower International and its subsidiary, Tembo e-LV B.V., have secured a distribution agreement with Energy Trading Company Mauritius for the sale, distribution, and marketing of Tembo’s electrification conversion kits for Toyota Land Cruiser 4×4 and Hilux pickup used vehicles in Kenya. ETC Mauritius has committed to selling a minimum of 4,000 Tembo e-LV conversion kits by the end of 2027, catering to various sectors across Kenya. ETC Mauritius will procure the Toyota used vehicles, transform them into rugged electric light vehicles (e-LVs) using Tembo’s kits, sell these units to end users ..read more

Electric power is coming to the world of rugged 4×4 commercial vehicles as Munro prepares to reveal the final production version of its all-electric Mk_1. Designed, engineered, and built in Britain, Munro has promised that the Mk_1 will be “the world’s most capable all-electric 4×4” ahead of its launch on 5 December 2022. Designed as a utilitarian vehicle, the Mk_1 is expected to be offered with a 52kWh battery pack powering an electric motor developing 300Nm of torque. A driving range of 150 miles is likely, with the Munro able to navigate off-road terrain for as long as 16 hours on a single ..read more

The Polaris Outlanding Project is set to support a women-only team of six as they prepare for the journey of a lifetime across the volcanic landscape of Iceland. The week-long journey in September will showcase the versatility and adventure-ready nature of the Polaris Off Road side-by-side lineup. Travelling thousands of kilometres across the intense and breathtaking landscape of the ‘Land of Fire and Ice’, the vehicles will be driven by six female members of the Polaris team from across Europe. All share an urge to break from the ‘norm’ of everyday life, experience something new and unknown a ..read more

Our friends at Silverline 4×4 are offering our lucky readers the chance to win a free set of critically acclaimed Unigrip tyres for your beloved pickup or 4×4. One lucky motorist will win a set of four Unigrip tyres, which perform in the most uncompromising of conditions. The prize includes fitting, so you and your vehicle can be ready for the approaching winter. Silverline 4×4 is a partner for all off-road lovers, offering solutions for vehicles of all sizes and capabilities. The Warwick-based centre boasts the best brands under one roof, and one call to the team is all you need to find out w ..read more