The Latest Overlanding News: Overland Expo West and More

Overlanding News: Overland Expo, EarthCrusier transition, Survivalist or Climber Casting, and REDARC Inverters

Overland Expo West May 20-22

Tread will be visiting Overland Expo this weekend in Flagstaff, Arizona. The exposition hosts a range of classes taught by experts through 300 hours of optional programs. It’s professional trade show of camping, vehicle and motorcycle equipment welcomes a diverse crowd with a shared love for travel. The event series helps the enthusiasts communities become better trained, outfitted and inspired to get on the road. Thank you to our sponsors Eibach, Belltech and Atturo Tires for sending us there.

EarthCruiser Announces Next-Generation Overland Vehicle Platform

The next generation of EXP and FX EarthCruiser models and CORE brand vehicles, will transition to the Isuzu NPR Series Class 4 platform. EarthCruiser offers the only cab-over 4×4 production vehicle in its class in the U.S. The cab-over platform aids in overlanding and off-road drivability.

By combining the performance of the Isuzu NPR chassis with EarthCruiser’s proprietary 4×4 drivetrain and unique upgrades, EarthCruiser aims to create the most agile and capable vehicle in its class. Existing Fuso chassis EarthCruiser vehicles will continue to be supported by Fuso’s parts, service and support center network operations.

Caravan Media Casting a Climbing and Survival TV Show

Caravan Media is casting internationally for a new TV show on survival and climbing skills. It’s searching for dynamic individuals to travel to the South American Rain Forest in September for the unscripted adventure series.

Caravan is looking for a diverse cast of various interests. This includes but is not limited to climbing instructors, survivalists, carpenters, rock and ice climbers, arborists, primitive skill specialists, foresters,  botanists, engineers, wildlife biologists, and forester fire managers.

If you’re interested, apply using this online forum: www.caravancasting.com

REDARC Launches New Inverters in the U.S.

REDARC, a one-stop-shop for power management technology and off-grid solutions, is launching it’s Pure Sine Wave Inverters to the North American Market on June 20th, 2022. This convenient off-grid power solution provides 110-volt power for taking your home appliances on the road. REDARC is leading Overland authority in power management with the Pure Sine Wave Inverter’s safe features that avoid power surges and allow for a wider input voltage range while producing less heat and less noise.