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With an impressive output of 670 horsepower, 626 pound-feet of torque, and equipped with all-wheel drive, the Porsche Taycan Turbo Cross Turismo is not only powerful but also features a sophisticated tech-laden interior alongside dual electric motors. This stunning vehicle is designed for superior on-road performance, effortlessly gliding along highways and through urban landscapes. Yet, traditionally speaking, you wouldn’t consider this Porsche as your go-to camping companion away from paved roads.
In a groundbreaking initiative to challenge conventions, the parts team at eBay Motors outfitted a 2022 Taycan Turbo Cross Turismo with robust Nitto Nomad Grappler tires and distinctive Porsche Aero wheels along with a Tequipment roof rack featuring a rooftop tent. When I drove this modified Porsche near Vail, Colorado, I discovered it had no trouble handling dirt trails and small inclines; remarkably enough, I set up the rooftop tent in under five minutes. Other off-road enthusiasts couldn’t resist doing double-takes at the sight of the Taycan nestled among Jeep Wranglers and similar vehicles—a truly rare spectacle!
Outdoor enthusiasts are increasingly expanding their horizons; soon you might find exotic brands like Lamborghini making appearances in national parks. The Lamborghini Huracán Sterrato, marketed by its Italian manufacturer as capable of venturing “beyond city streets,” exemplifies this trend towards luxurious overland modifications—pointing to an escalating wave of similar vehicles in our future.
The Rise of Overlanding: A Growing Trend
Overlanding has seen remarkable growth over recent years—including an uptick since 2020 that has garnered significant attention. The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA), representative of aftermarket parts suppliers, highlights how while overlanding was once predominantly associated with remote locations globally, its appeal has significantly increased within the United States.
Data indicates that items labeled “overlanding” have surged by an astonishing 3,500 percent on sales platforms within just five years. So can you transform your compact Volkswagen Beetle into an acceptable off-roader? It’s certainly feasible—if expectations are managed wisely! Taking it to camp sites is one thing; tackling demanding trails like the Rubicon Trail requires more realistic preparations. Nevertheless, it’s reassuring to know numerous options exist for enhancing vehicle capabilities.
In tandem with showcasing modifications on the Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo project at eBay Motors’ display was their retrieval of models such as a 2009 Lexus GX470 and a classic 1999 Jeep Cherokee from auction listings for further up-fitting adventures in off-roading accessories. For instance, equipped initially for durability already out-of-the-box—the Lexus received enhancements like RCI Offroad skid plates accompanied by Icon wheels fitted with BFG KO2 tires while adding upgrades like snorkels suitable for water crossings along with roof racks capable of supporting tents adorned by batwing awnings extending across great spans for ample shade during adventures.
