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Rivian's Game-Changing R2 & R3 SUV: Electric Revolution or Marketing Mirage? Plus, Jaw-Dropping Defender Mods & Trailblazing Women's Adventures!
Manage episode 405764540 series 3004592
In this episode of The Underpowered Hour, Steve and Ike dive into the latest Land Rover news, including the release of Rivian's new R2 SUV and the challenges traditional and electric vehicle manufacturers are facing. They also discuss unique and risky Defender modifications, including a nine-inch lifted Defender that looks more like a toy. Additionally, they celebrate International Women's Day by highlighting a documentary on the Rebel Rally adventure of Jenna and Liza. Finally, they look back at a remarkable journey made by five women from London to Australia in a Land Rover in 1968.
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
01:21 Discussion on Rivian's New Vehicles
02:52 Analysis of Rivian's Pricing and Market Strategy
06:54 Introduction of Rivian's R3 and R3X Models
10:11 Discussion on the Future of Electric Vehicles
13:40 Review of Modified Land Rover Defender
18:42 Recall of Discovery Sport for Loose Bolts
19:58 Discovering the Discovery Sport
20:04 The Freelander Legacy
21:03 The Ultimate Alternative SUV: Quadro Sherp Pro XT
24:49 International Women's Day: Celebrating the Full Sail Dream Team
27:38 The Granny's Expedition to Australia
31:48 Barbara Toy's Legacy and the Women of Defender
34:23 The Underpowered Hour Web Store and Upcoming Merchandise
35:44 The 80 Inch Steering Box Replacement Saga
36:54 Collaboration with Lost Cause Ranch
Rebelle Rally Video
https://www.landroverusa.com/defender/women-of-defender.html
Rivian R2
https://www.caranddriver.com/rivian/r2
Rivian R3
https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a60128707/2027-rivian-r3-r3x-entry-level-ev-suvs-revealed/
9” Lift Defender
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Rivian, R2 SUV, electric vehicles, Land Rover, Defender modifications, Rebel Rally, International Women's Day, women adventurers, London to Australia, electric SUVs, Rivian R3, Rivian R3X, Discovery Sport, Quadro Sherp Pro XT, Barbara Toy, Lost Cause Ranch
183 episodes
Manage episode 405764540 series 3004592
In this episode of The Underpowered Hour, Steve and Ike dive into the latest Land Rover news, including the release of Rivian's new R2 SUV and the challenges traditional and electric vehicle manufacturers are facing. They also discuss unique and risky Defender modifications, including a nine-inch lifted Defender that looks more like a toy. Additionally, they celebrate International Women's Day by highlighting a documentary on the Rebel Rally adventure of Jenna and Liza. Finally, they look back at a remarkable journey made by five women from London to Australia in a Land Rover in 1968.
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
01:21 Discussion on Rivian's New Vehicles
02:52 Analysis of Rivian's Pricing and Market Strategy
06:54 Introduction of Rivian's R3 and R3X Models
10:11 Discussion on the Future of Electric Vehicles
13:40 Review of Modified Land Rover Defender
18:42 Recall of Discovery Sport for Loose Bolts
19:58 Discovering the Discovery Sport
20:04 The Freelander Legacy
21:03 The Ultimate Alternative SUV: Quadro Sherp Pro XT
24:49 International Women's Day: Celebrating the Full Sail Dream Team
27:38 The Granny's Expedition to Australia
31:48 Barbara Toy's Legacy and the Women of Defender
34:23 The Underpowered Hour Web Store and Upcoming Merchandise
35:44 The 80 Inch Steering Box Replacement Saga
36:54 Collaboration with Lost Cause Ranch
Rebelle Rally Video
https://www.landroverusa.com/defender/women-of-defender.html
Rivian R2
https://www.caranddriver.com/rivian/r2
Rivian R3
https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a60128707/2027-rivian-r3-r3x-entry-level-ev-suvs-revealed/
9” Lift Defender
Tags
Rivian, R2 SUV, electric vehicles, Land Rover, Defender modifications, Rebel Rally, International Women's Day, women adventurers, London to Australia, electric SUVs, Rivian R3, Rivian R3X, Discovery Sport, Quadro Sherp Pro XT, Barbara Toy, Lost Cause Ranch
183 episodes
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