The Underpowered Hour

Rivian's Game-Changing R2 & R3 SUV: Electric Revolution or Marketing Mirage? Plus, Jaw-Dropping Defender Mods & Trailblazing Women's Adventures!


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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

https://www.autoevolution.com/news/9-inch-fully-lifted-land-rover-defender-110-looks-ready-for-major-trail-adventures-230450.html


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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

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