Offroad Xtreme

10/08/2026

This 1970 Ford F-250 may look like a beautifully restored classic, but underneath sits serious modern hardware. Built by Project 15, “Teton” rides on a custom Roadster Shop RS4 chassis and packs a cammed 7.3-liter Godzilla V8 producing 625 horsepower and 650 lb-ft of torque. Power flows through a Gearstar 4R100 automatic and Atlas 2 transfer case to Currie 44 and 60 axles with 4.11 gears. Fox 2.5 coilovers, four-link suspension, and 35-inch BFGoodrich KM3s add trail capability, while the Cactus Grey and Wimbledon White body, custom interior, and sanitary engine bay keep the vintage character intact.

10/07/2026

He’s 17 years old. He’s already a rock-crawling champion. And at Trail Hero 2026, Brett Dickey proved once again that age has very little to do with ability.

https://www.offroadxtreme.com/features/brett-dickey-the-17-year-old-rock-crawling-champion-chasing-bigger-lines/

After becoming the youngest driver ever to win Trail Breaker in 2024, Brett returned to Sand Hollow to defend his title against some of the best drivers in the sport. He battled rain-slick rock, recovered from a near 180-degree situation in a crevice, fought through brutal lines, and pushed farther up the final climbs than most of the field.

Four and a half hours later, he walked away with an impressive fourth-place finish on a course no competitor could complete.

But Brett’s story is bigger than one result. It’s about growing up on the trail, learning from his father and spotter Matt Dickey, building a custom buggy around his driving style, and chasing the possibility of turning rock crawling into a full-time career.

At 17, he’s already accomplished more than most drivers ever will. And he’s just getting started. 🤘

Meet Brett Dickey and see what “Fit For Your Wild” looks like at Trail Hero 2026.

Meet 17-year-old rock-crawling champion Brett Dickey as he tackles Trail Hero 2026 and lives 3W Auto-life’s “Fit For Your Wild.”

10/07/2026

Red-dyed diesel may temporarily be allowed in highway vehicles under an October 5 executive order, but there are important catches. The directive calls for suspending federal dyed-fuel penalties from October 5 through December 31, 2026, while Treasury evaluates deferring federal excise taxes. That doesn’t mean the 24.4-cent-per-gallon federal tax has been permanently eliminated. State fuel taxes and dyed-diesel restrictions may still apply, and modern Duramax, Cummins, and Power Stroke engines still require fuel meeting proper specifications. The move aims to ease diesel costs and supply pressures, but truck owners should check federal guidance and state rules before filling up.

10/06/2026

Trail Hero has never been just about bigger tires, harder obstacles, or who can make it to the top.

Read the full story: https://www.offroadxtreme.com/features/inside-trail-hero-with-rich-klein-community-charity-and-wolfboxs-growing-role/

For founder Rich Klein, it has always been about something much bigger: access, community, and giving people the chance to experience the outdoors when they might not otherwise have that opportunity.

Since launching in 2016, Trail Hero has grown into one of Southern Utah’s most recognizable off-road gatherings, bringing together hardcore rock crawlers, side-by-sides, overlanders, families, veterans, newcomers, and people with disabilities at Sand Hollow.

Along the way, the event has helped more than 1,000 people with special needs and more than 4,000 veterans experience motorized recreation, while generating significant support for charitable and land-use causes.

And now Wolfbox is taking on a larger role as Title Sponsor of Trail Hero Expeditions Season 2, helping bring those stories, challenges, and experiences beyond the trail and in front of an even bigger audience.

We sat down with Klein to talk about how Trail Hero started, why protecting motorized access matters, what it really means to be a “Trail Hero,” and how technology from Wolfbox is becoming part of the experience.

Because sometimes the most important thing an off-road vehicle can do isn’t conquer an obstacle.

It’s give someone the opportunity to experience something they thought was out of reach. 🏔️

Trail Hero founder Rich Klein discusses off-road access, community, charity, and Wolfbox's growing role in Trail Hero Expeditions Season 2.

10/05/2026

Bradley Kummler’s 1990 Ford Bronco II has evolved into a serious rockcrawler with a long list of hardcore upgrades. Power comes from a fuel-injected 347-cubic-inch stroker V8 backed by a rebuilt C4 automatic and an Atlas 2 transfer case with 4.3:1 gearing. A narrowed high-pinion Dana 44 and Explorer 8.8 rear axle run lockers and 4.88 gears, while Fox coilovers, a linked rear suspension, and 40-inch Maxxis RAZR MTs add serious trail capability. After a flop at Windrock Park, Bradley replaced the roof and driver-side sheetmetal, then finished the rebuild in Fire Red Pearl.

10/05/2026

Julio Perez’s 1988 Jeep Comanche is anything but ordinary. The rare MJ packs a supercharged 4.0-liter inline-six from a 2000 Cherokee, backed by an AW4 automatic and NP231 transfer case. Up front, the factory Dana 30 gets upgraded brakes and steering components, while a Ford Explorer 8.8 rear axle adds disc brakes and limited-slip traction. The truck sits roughly 14 inches over stock on a Rusty’s long-arm suspension and spring-over rear setup, clearing massive 38.5-inch Super Swamper Boggers. A 2000 Cherokee dashboard, 12,000-pound winch, custom lighting, Bushwacker flares, and bright blue paint complete this wild Comanche.

10/03/2026

Shane Harness’ 1972 Ford Bronco proves some builds are worth the wait. Seventeen years of setbacks, bad bodywork, and repeated rebuilds eventually produced a stunning restomod powered by a fuel-injected 600-horsepower 351W backed by a built AOD. Custom Dana 44 and Dana 60 axles run 4.88 gears and ARB Air Lockers, while a 5.5-inch suspension lift clears 37-inch Yokohama Geolandar X-MTs on Raceline beadlocks. Hydro-Boost four-wheel disc brakes, a full roll cage, custom interior, Warn winch, and immaculate two-tone paint complete the transformation. What started as a trail rig became a show-quality Bronco built through persistence.

10/01/2026

This 2025 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro takes an already capable truck and turns everything up. Its 3.4-liter twin-turbo i-Force Max hybrid gets a Magnuson performance package that boosts output to 522 horsepower and 668 lb-ft of torque. King 2.5 remote-reservoir shocks, upgraded control arms, and 74Weld billet portal axles add serious capability, while the portals provide a 22-percent gear reduction and room for 37-inch Yokohama Geolandar X-ATs. FiberwerX bodywork, a carbon-fiber hood, ADD bumpers, Baja Designs lighting, and satin-black PPF complete the look.

10/01/2026

The Ford Super Duty XL is one sexy b**ch.
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09/30/2026

The 2027 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk brings legitimate off-road hardware back to the nameplate. Standard equipment includes Jeep Active Drive II with Lock Mode, a two-speed transfer unit, 2.92:1 low range, and a 37.5:1 crawl ratio. A 1-inch lift provides 9 inches of ground clearance, while revised suspension, steel skid plates, red tow hooks, and 17-inch wheels with all-terrain tires add real trail capability. Selec-Terrain modes include Rock, Sand/Mud, Snow, Sport, and Auto. Power comes from a 210-horsepower 1.6-liter turbo hybrid, with Jeep estimating 31 mpg combined. Pricing starts at $44,625 including destination.