[{"id":15985,"permalink":"https:\/\/dirtsportsworld.com\/2026\/08\/04\/polaris-unleashes-275-horsepower-2027-rzr-pro-r-boost\/","title":"Polaris Unleashes 275-Horsepower 2027 RZR Pro R Boost","content":"Polaris has officially unveiled the 2027 RZR Pro R Boost, the most powerful production side-by-side the company has ever offered. Designed to push the limits of off-road performance, the new model produces an impressive 275 horsepower thanks to the addition of a turbocharged version of Polaris' 2.0-liter ProStar Fury engine.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_15988\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"640\"]\"\" The Polaris Boost has 275-horsepower. Photo: Polaris[\/caption]\r\n

A 66-millimeter Garrett turbocharger and liquid-to-air intercooler helps deliver 50 more horsepower than the naturally aspirated Pro R while maintaining performance at elevations of up to 10,000 feet. \u00a0Engineers also upgraded the continuously variable transmission (CVT), strengthened the driveline, enlarged the half shafts, and redesigned the cooling system to handle the additional power and torque. A roof-mounted air intake directs airflow to the rear-mounted radiator, helping maintain consistent performance in extreme conditions.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_15990\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"640\"]\"\" The Polaris boost features a roof-mounted air intake to direct airflow to the rear-mounted radiator. Photo: Polaris[\/caption]\r\n\r\nThe 2027 Pro R Boost will be available in both Ultimate and Ultra trim levels, with the latter receiving Polaris' advanced Dynamix DVS suspension system, active sway-bar technology, carbon-fiber components, and BFGoodrich tires. Pricing begins at $49,999 for the two-seat Ultimate model, while four-seat and Ultra variants command higher price tags. Deliveries are expected to begin in November.\r\n\r\n\"\" \"\"","excerpt":"

Polaris has officially unveiled the 2027 RZR Pro R Boost, the most powerful production side-by-side the company has ever offered. …<\/p>","date":"August 4, 2026 08:42","categories":[{"id":25047612,"title":"News","slug":"news"},{"id":25048477,"title":"Rides","slug":"rides"},{"id":25047652,"title":"UTV","slug":"utv"}],"tags":[{"id":25049947,"title":"275-horsepower","slug":"275-horsepower"},{"id":25047711,"title":"polaris","slug":"polaris"},{"id":25049946,"title":"Polaris Boost","slug":"polaris-boost"},{"id":25048550,"title":"pro r","slug":"pro-r"},{"id":25047738,"title":"rzr","slug":"rzr"},{"id":25047655,"title":"Side-by-Side","slug":"side-by-side"},{"id":25047653,"title":"UTV","slug":"utv"}]},{"id":15787,"permalink":"https:\/\/dirtsportsworld.com\/2026\/07\/02\/iracing-keeping-short-course-racing-alive-in-the-virtual-world\/","title":"iRacing: Keeping Short Course Racing Alive in the Virtual World","content":"Two months have passed since the curtain closed on the 2026 iRacing Short Course Pro-4 Championship, but the storylines that emerged throughout the season continue to shape the conversation as the series prepares for its next chapter. From the end of a four-title dynasty to breakthrough victories, new contenders, and a championship still hanging in the balance, the 2026 Pro 4 season delivered one of the most compelling campaigns in iRacing Short Course history. Connor Barry entered the year carrying the weight of expectations. The four-time defending champion opened the season in dominant fashion, capturing victories in the opening two rounds and appearing poised to extend his title streak to five consecutive championships.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_15794\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"640\"]\"\" Connor Barry's Pro4 wreck would change the trajectory of the 2026 iRacing Shortcourse Championship.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nRound 3 at Wild West proved to be the turning point of the season. Misfortune struck Barry, opening the door for Thad Countryman to seize control of the championship fight. Countryman capitalized on the opportunity and never relinquished the points lead, piecing together a remarkably consistent season to earn his first career iRacing Short Course championship. Countryman not only snapped Barry's streak of four consecutive championships but also delivered Team Gold eSports its first-ever Driver's Championship. Perhaps even more impressive was how he accomplished it. Countryman became the first champion in iRacing Short Course history to claim a title without winning an overall race, proving that consistency can be just as valuable as outright speed in the pursuit of a championship.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_15790\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"640\"]\"\" Thad Countryman seized control of the Shortcourse iRacing Pro4 Championship.[\/caption]\r\n\r\n\u201cThe goal wasn\u2019t to win every race,\u201d Countryman said. \u201cIt was to show up every round, race smart, and stay consistent. The championship isn\u2019t won in one race.\u201d Those words perfectly encapsulated the Team Gold eSports driver's approach throughout the season, as consistency ultimately proved enough to dethrone a four-time champion and secure his first career title. While Countryman's title run became the headline story, the season was equally defined by the emergence of new winners and breakthrough performances.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_15792\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"640\"]\"\" Evan MacFarlane secured his first career win this season.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nEvan Macfarlane established himself as one of the series' brightest young stars, steadily building momentum before ending the season with his first career overall victory in Pro 4 competition. Josh Edmundson added another feel-good moment to the season. A longtime competitor within iRacing Short Course, Edmundson had spent years chasing an elusive overall Pro 4 victory. Despite consistently showing race-winning pace and remaining a fixture near the front of the field, the top step of the podium had remained just out of reach. That finally changed at Wild West. Edmundson delivered a statement performance to secure his first career overall Pro 4 win, ending a drought that had followed him for much of his career and providing one of the most memorable moments of the season. GridOne's Drake Mittag also continued his rise through the ranks, capturing an overall victory at Long Beach while further establishing himself as one of the premier talents in the discipline. The battle among organizations was equally competitive throughout much of the year.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_15798\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"640\"]\"\" Several drivers earned their first Pro4 wins in the iRacing Pro4 Championship.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nChannel199 Sim Racing, GridOne, and Team Gold eSports traded blows through the early rounds as the team championship remained tightly contested. However, as the season progressed, Channel199 Sim Racing continued to widen its advantage, creating valuable breathing room heading into the second half of the year. Yet the team championship remains unfinished business.Unlike the driver's title, the team standings will not be finalized until the 2026 World Finals Presented by Apevie Simulation in November, leaving GridOne and Team Gold eSports with one final opportunity to challenge Channel199 Sim Racing for supremacy.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_15796\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"640\"]\"\" The iRacing Shortcourse Pro2 Championship kicks off September 30th with five rounds of racing.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nThe Pro 4 season now in the books and attention shifts toward the upcoming Pro 2 Championship. Beginning September 30, the Pro 2 series will feature five rounds contested under a traditional points structure, giving drivers one final opportunity to build momentum before the biggest championship on the calendar. The 2026 World Finals Presented by Apevie Simulators begin November 18, kicking off a three-round championship series contested over three consecutive Wednesday nights. Unlike a conventional championship, the World Finals utilize a postseason-style format inspired by SMX.\r\n\r\nDrivers earn seeds into later rounds based on performances throughout the season, while others must qualify their way into each round week after week. Competitors are eliminated as the championship progresses, with points resets tightening the battle and keeping the title fight alive. Four drivers have already secured their place in this year's World Finals field. Connor Barry, Drake Mittag, Josh Edmundson, and Evan Macfarlane have officially locked themselves into the championship by virtue of overall round wins and are guaranteed the opportunity to compete for an iRacing Short Course World Championship this winter. Registration is still open for the 2026 Pro-2 Championship at https:\/\/pci.jotform.com\/form\/261815249054155<\/a>\r\n\r\nThe continued growth of iRacing Short Course would not be possible without the support of its valued partners. The series proudly thanks Apevie Simulators, CBR Performance Products, Boozy Jerky, Signature Propellers, and Dirt Sports World for their commitment to helping virtual short course racing continue to thrive.","excerpt":"

Two months have passed since the curtain closed on the 2026 iRacing Short Course Pro-4 Championship, but the storylines that …<\/p>","date":"July 2, 2026 17:06","categories":[{"id":25047769,"title":"FEATURES","slug":"features"},{"id":25047613,"title":"Short Course","slug":"shortcourse"}],"tags":[{"id":25048415,"title":"connor barry","slug":"connor-barry"},{"id":25049921,"title":"iRacing","slug":"iracing"},{"id":25047886,"title":"pro2","slug":"pro2"},{"id":25047885,"title":"pro4","slug":"pro4"},{"id":25047630,"title":"short course","slug":"short-course"},{"id":25049923,"title":"Thad Countryman","slug":"thad-countryman"},{"id":25049922,"title":"virtual racing","slug":"virtual-racing"}]},{"id":15030,"permalink":"https:\/\/dirtsportsworld.com\/2026\/02\/12\/product-review-monster-tug\/","title":"PRODUCT REVIEW: Monster Tug","content":"We recently camped out in the desert at King of the Hammers. Our camp had multiple trailers. Instead of maneuvering trucks around camp to position those trailers, we tested out the Monster Tug from Trailer Tug. The Monster Tug is Trailer Tug's newest off-road trailer dolly. Rated for a 12,000-lb trailer with 1,200-lbs of tongue weight, the Monster Tug features large 13-inch flat free wheels that helped us move our flat bed UTV trailers around the dirt with ease.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_15035\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"640\"]\"\" The new Monster Tug from Trailer Tug can move a 12,000-lb trailer in rugged terrain.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nCheck out the video and see how easy it was to move this flatbed trailer around our camp:\u00a0<\/strong>\r\n\r\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/J2jWedbncDg\r\n\r\nWant to learn more? Check out www.trailertug.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n ","excerpt":"

We recently camped out in the desert at King of the Hammers. Our camp had multiple trailers. Instead of maneuvering …<\/p>","date":"February 12, 2026 12:15","categories":[{"id":25047769,"title":"FEATURES","slug":"features"},{"id":25047612,"title":"News","slug":"news"}],"tags":[{"id":25049270,"title":"camping","slug":"camping"},{"id":25047847,"title":"desert","slug":"desert"},{"id":25049850,"title":"monstertug","slug":"monstertug"},{"id":25047735,"title":"offroad","slug":"offroad"},{"id":25049851,"title":"product review","slug":"product-review"},{"id":25049852,"title":"trailers","slug":"trailers"},{"id":25049849,"title":"trailertug","slug":"trailertug"}]},{"id":14408,"permalink":"https:\/\/dirtsportsworld.com\/2025\/11\/06\/toyota-unveils-concept-utv\/","title":"Toyota Unveils Concept UTV","content":"Toyota pulled off a surprise revival of the Scion nameplate with a brand-new side-by-side off-road concept vehicle, the Scion 01. The concept was revealed this week at the SEMA show in Las Vegas this week. What makes this reveal significant is how far it strays from the original Scion identity\u2014and where Toyota appears to be aiming next.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_14410\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"640\"]\"\" Toyota has long been known for its trucks and SUVs. Photo: Toyota[\/caption]\r\n\r\nToyota has long been known for its trucks and SUVs, but venturing into the side-by-side (SxS) market places them head-to-head with established powersports players. Analysts say this could shake up the UTV\/side-by-side landscape.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_14412\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"640\"]\"\" Photo: Toyota[\/caption]\r\n\r\n\u201cAt Toyota, innovation drives us to explore new possibilities and redefine the future of mobility,\u201d said Mike Tripp, group vice president, Toyota Division Marketing. \u201cSEMA is the perfect venue to showcase how Toyota\u2019s powertrain diversity meets the needs of today while pushing the limits for tomorrow. Whether you choose gas, hybrid, electric, or hydrogen, Toyota vehicles prove that efficiency, performance and adventure are possible in every form.\u201d\r\n\r\n\"\"\r\n\r\nThe Scion 01 is a purpose-built side-by-side concept developed by Toyota of North America engineers and features a turbocharged 2.4-liter four-cylinder hybrid powertrain (deriving from Toyota\u2019s truck lineup) paired with an electric motor. Toyota states the combined output exceeds 300 hp. Actual full specs of the concept have not been released by Toyota.","excerpt":"

Toyota pulled off a surprise revival of the Scion nameplate with a brand-new side-by-side off-road concept vehicle, the Scion 01. …<\/p>","date":"November 6, 2025 13:25","categories":[{"id":25047612,"title":"News","slug":"news"},{"id":25048477,"title":"Rides","slug":"rides"},{"id":25047652,"title":"UTV","slug":"utv"}],"tags":[{"id":25049806,"title":"SCION","slug":"scion"},{"id":25049807,"title":"SCION 01","slug":"scion-01"},{"id":25047655,"title":"Side-by-Side","slug":"side-by-side"},{"id":25048379,"title":"toyota","slug":"toyota"},{"id":25047653,"title":"UTV","slug":"utv"}]},{"id":10711,"permalink":"https:\/\/dirtsportsworld.com\/2024\/10\/01\/video-the-evolution-of-robby-gordons-speed-utv\/","title":"VIDEO: The Evolution of Robby Gordon’s Speed UTV","content":"Robby Gordon gives us a behind the scenes tour of his new Speed UTV Shop in Anaheim, California. Find out what happens when a customer orders a Speed UTV. Plus he explains the evolution of the Speed UTV.\r\n\r\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=q9o6NQ5WdCQ","excerpt":"

Robby Gordon gives us a behind the scenes tour of his new Speed UTV Shop in Anaheim, California. Find out …<\/p>","date":"October 1, 2024 12:17","categories":[{"id":25047769,"title":"FEATURES","slug":"features"},{"id":25047612,"title":"News","slug":"news"},{"id":25047652,"title":"UTV","slug":"utv"}],"tags":[{"id":25049701,"title":"el diablo","slug":"el-diablo"},{"id":25049702,"title":"el jefe","slug":"el-jefe"},{"id":25047912,"title":"Robby Gordon","slug":"robby-gordon"},{"id":25049703,"title":"robby gordon offroad","slug":"robby-gordon-offroad"},{"id":25047655,"title":"Side-by-Side","slug":"side-by-side"},{"id":25049700,"title":"Speed UTV","slug":"speed-utv"},{"id":25049680,"title":"sxs","slug":"sxs"},{"id":25047653,"title":"UTV","slug":"utv"}]},{"id":8625,"permalink":"https:\/\/dirtsportsworld.com\/2024\/01\/18\/ford-debuts-custom-electric-f-150-lightning-switchgear\/","title":"FORD Debuts Custom Electric F-150 Lightning SwitchGear","content":"FORD debuted a custom electric F-150 Lightning SwitchGear truck. The truck designed specifically for off-road is a prototype with collaboration from Vaughn Gittin Jr and his RTR FunHaver team. Inspiration from the truck came from the 2016 RTR Fun-Haver project truck.\r\n\r\n\"\" \"\" \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \"\"\r\n\r\nThe truck has all of the off-road accessories one would come to expect on an extreme performance vehicle including Fox 3-inch internal bypass shocks. The bumpers were designed to improve approach and departure angles. The vehicle has a double-wishbone suspension at the front and multi-link independent suspension at the rear. There are rock rails, skid plat and limit straps. Inside, the seats feature a Recaro harness system.\r\n\r\n\"\"\r\n\r\nThe truck has NITTO Ridge Grappler 37-inch tires. Vaughn Gittin has been putting the F-150 Lightning Switchgear through its paces. Ford will have the truck on display at the upcoming King of the Hammers for an up-close look.\r\n\r\n\"\"","excerpt":"

FORD debuted a custom electric F-150 Lightning SwitchGear truck. The truck designed specifically for off-road is a prototype with collaboration …<\/p>","date":"January 18, 2024 11:55","categories":[{"id":25048544,"title":"Electric","slug":"electric"},{"id":25047612,"title":"News","slug":"news"},{"id":25048477,"title":"Rides","slug":"rides"}],"tags":[{"id":25048073,"title":"electric","slug":"electric"},{"id":25049514,"title":"F-150 Lightning","slug":"f-150-lightning"},{"id":25047866,"title":"ford","slug":"ford"},{"id":25049510,"title":"Ford F-150","slug":"ford-f-150"},{"id":25049511,"title":"Fun Haver","slug":"fun-haver"},{"id":25047632,"title":"off-road","slug":"off-road"},{"id":25049512,"title":"RTR","slug":"rtr"},{"id":25049513,"title":"SwitchGear","slug":"switchgear"},{"id":25048027,"title":"vaughn gittin jr","slug":"vaughn-gittin-jr"}]},{"id":7481,"permalink":"https:\/\/dirtsportsworld.com\/2023\/07\/21\/honda-talon-1000r-4-first-drive\/","title":"Honda Talon 1000R-4 First Drive","content":"Recently we had the chance to drive the Honda Talon 1000R-4 with the new updated live valve shock system. This is the first time that the Honda Talon gets the FOX live valve technology. The venue Honda selected for us was Mid-America Outdoors in Jay, Oklahoma. Mid-America Outdoors is a playground for off-road enthusiasts that spans over 1,600 acres. There are plenty of trail systems that cut through tight twisty wooded sections. Some of the trails have deep creeks. This was a perfect area to test the limits of Honda\u2019s Talon 1000R-4.\r\n\r\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=rO9r78Hxka0\r\n\r\n\"\" \"\"\r\n\r\nFOX Live Valve technology is exactly what it sounds like. The shocks are constantly adjusting to the terrain you are traveling on in real-time. The damping on the shocks are changing to provide you with a smooth ride. We noticed this right away as we moved through the wooded sections of Mid America Outdoors at speed. The Talon has 17.6 inches of travel in the front and 18.1 inches of travel in the rear. Typically, a four-seat side-by-side would not be the best choice for navigating tight, twisty turns in the woods. Our ride had no problems navigating around the obstacles. The steering received an upgrade to help with tight trails and corners as well as the design improved the turning radius.\r\n\r\n\"\"\r\n\r\nWe mentioned fording creeks on the Mid America Outdoors Trail System. As we sunk deeper into the water, almost up to the wheel wells, water began filling the floorboards. The ground clearance on the Talon 1000R-4 is 12.2 inches. Just a second or two after we emerged from the creek bed, the water flowed right out the bottom thanks to a smart built in drainage system. The same is true if you are washing the Talon and spray water in the interior. You won\u2019t have to deal with standing water in your side-by-side.\r\n\r\n\"\" \"\"\r\n\r\nAll four seats inside the Talon are comfy and designed with height in mind so each passenger and driver able to see the scenery around them. Even the kids would be able to have a great view. After all, driving a four-seat side-by-side means you take the family or a group of friends along for the ride.\r\n\r\n\"\"\r\n\r\nWhile the Honda Talon doesn\u2019t come with any turbocharged options, we still had enough power to climb the hills. One of the features we really liked on the Talon was the ability to click a switch and put it into manual mode. Paddle shifters smartly placed on the steering position allowed us to have control over the gearing at any angle we had the steering wheel. The powerplant features a 999-cc liquid cooled parallel twin engine that puts out 105 horsepower and 82 lb-ft of torque. Pair that with a six-speed dual clutch transmission.\r\n\r\n\"\"\r\n\r\nOverall, we give the Honda Talon 1000R-4 high marks. It\u2019s worth heading to your local Honda dealer for a look.","excerpt":"

Recently we had the chance to drive the Honda Talon 1000R-4 with the new updated live valve shock system. This …<\/p>","date":"July 21, 2023 03:30","categories":[{"id":25047769,"title":"FEATURES","slug":"features"},{"id":25047612,"title":"News","slug":"news"},{"id":25047652,"title":"UTV","slug":"utv"}],"tags":[{"id":25049364,"title":"fox live valve","slug":"fox-live-valve"},{"id":25047643,"title":"Honda","slug":"honda"},{"id":25048816,"title":"mid america outdoors","slug":"mid-america-outdoors"},{"id":25049028,"title":"ride red","slug":"ride-red"},{"id":25047655,"title":"Side-by-Side","slug":"side-by-side"},{"id":25048457,"title":"talon","slug":"talon"},{"id":25049363,"title":"Talon 1000r-4","slug":"talon-1000r-4"},{"id":25047653,"title":"UTV","slug":"utv"}]},{"id":4591,"permalink":"https:\/\/dirtsportsworld.com\/2022\/02\/15\/nissan-goes-retro-for-chicago-auto-show\/","title":"Nissan Goes Retro for Chicago Auto Show","content":"Nissan is bringing back a couple of popular designs of its trucks from the 1980\u2019s. The trucks are not full production trucks you can buy from the factory, merely concept vehicles by Nissan Design America.\r\n\r\n\"\"\r\n\r\nProject 72X is a modern take on one of Nissan\u2019s most popular trucks, the Datsun 720. The 720 was introduced in the fall of 1979 and became the first vehicle assembled by Nissan in the United States, rolling off the Smyrna, Tennessee Vehicle Assembly Plant in 1983. The truck was nicknamed \u201cLil Hustler\u201d as it was a bare-bones affordable truck designed for fun and marketed towards outdoor enthusiasts. Of course, racers loved it, modifying it for off-road races across the United States and Baja. The 2022 concept version features Pro-4X tires, a lift kit and adjustable upper suspension arms along with the signature sport bar behind the cab.\r\n\r\n\"\"\r\n\r\nThe Project Hardbody pays homage to one of Nissan\u2019s most iconic trucks ever, the D21 Hardbody. These trucks were also found at various Baja races entered in Class 7. The Hardbody won multiple championships. You can still find some of the original models racing at vintage events such as the NORRA Rally. The Chicago Auto Show concept model is built on a 2022 Frontier Crew Cab 4x4. It has a 3-inch lift kit with adjustable upper control arms.\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nThe trucks will be on display at the Chicago Auto Show until February 21st<\/sup>.","excerpt":"

Nissan is bringing back a couple of popular designs of its trucks from the 1980\u2019s. The trucks are not full …<\/p>","date":"February 15, 2022 11:37","categories":[{"id":25047612,"title":"News","slug":"news"},{"id":25048477,"title":"Rides","slug":"rides"}],"tags":[{"id":25048750,"title":"72x","slug":"72x"},{"id":25048749,"title":"chicago auto show","slug":"chicago-auto-show"},{"id":25048526,"title":"concept","slug":"concept"},{"id":25048100,"title":"nissan","slug":"nissan"},{"id":25048388,"title":"nissan hardbody","slug":"nissan-hardbody"},{"id":25048748,"title":"nissan truck","slug":"nissan-truck"}]},{"id":4564,"permalink":"https:\/\/dirtsportsworld.com\/2022\/02\/09\/new-colors-and-suspension-upgrades-announced-for-2022-rzr-pro-xp\/","title":"New Colors and Suspension Upgrades Announced for 2022 RZR Pro XP","content":"Polaris is upgrading the shock package on the RZR Pro XP line-up. The side-by-sides now come with FOX Position Sensitive Technology Shocks on both the sport and premium trim level models. The new shocks deliver improved bottoming out capability and bump control in harsh terrains. The new shocks are also easier to tune with adjustable cross over rings, updated shock valving and triple rate springs.\r\n\r\n\"\"\r\n\r\nPolaris is also adding three new colors. The colors include Ghost Gray for the RZR Pro XP Sport, Sunset Red for the RZR Pro XP Premium and Black Crystal for the Pro XP Ultimate.\r\n\r\n\"\" \"\"","excerpt":"

Polaris is upgrading the shock package on the RZR Pro XP line-up. The side-by-sides now come with FOX Position Sensitive …<\/p>","date":"February 9, 2022 17:37","categories":[{"id":25047612,"title":"News","slug":"news"},{"id":25048477,"title":"Rides","slug":"rides"},{"id":25047652,"title":"UTV","slug":"utv"}],"tags":[{"id":25048739,"title":"2022 RZR Pro XP","slug":"2022-rzr-pro-xp"},{"id":25047789,"title":"fox shocks","slug":"fox-shocks"},{"id":25048741,"title":"fox suspension","slug":"fox-suspension"},{"id":25048740,"title":"new colors","slug":"new-colors"},{"id":25047711,"title":"polaris","slug":"polaris"},{"id":25047655,"title":"Side-by-Side","slug":"side-by-side"},{"id":25048742,"title":"upgrade","slug":"upgrade"},{"id":25047653,"title":"UTV","slug":"utv"}]},{"id":3814,"permalink":"https:\/\/dirtsportsworld.com\/2021\/11\/05\/tacozilla-brings-the-overland-to-sema\/","title":"TacoZilla Brings the Overland to SEMA","content":"Toyota debuted the \u201cTacoZilla\u201d this week at the SEMA show in Las Vegas. The vehicle is based on a Toyota TRD Sport Pickup truck. Built by Marty Schwerter and the Toyota Motorsports Garage team, the truck is all custom.\r\n\r\n\"\"\r\n\r\nThe camper cab has rounded edges that blend in with the truck. A large pop-up Lexan skylight provides ambient light and natural air circulation into the camper. The interior is fully insulated with full bathroom and hot water shower. There is a functioning stove and sink along with 3D printed table that can be converted to wall art or ample sleeping space.\r\n\r\n\"\"\r\n\r\nThe paint job brings back the old-school vintage yellow, orange and bronze lines. Fender flares and General Tire Grabbers were also added to the truck. In all, 2-inches of wheel clearance was added to the truck making it functional for overlanding.\r\n\r\n\"\"","excerpt":"

Toyota debuted the \u201cTacoZilla\u201d this week at the SEMA show in Las Vegas. The vehicle is based on a Toyota …<\/p>","date":"November 5, 2021 13:15","categories":[{"id":25047612,"title":"News","slug":"news"},{"id":25048477,"title":"Rides","slug":"rides"}],"tags":[{"id":25048540,"title":"camper","slug":"camper"},{"id":25048538,"title":"overland","slug":"overland"},{"id":25048539,"title":"overlander","slug":"overlander"},{"id":25047891,"title":"SEMA","slug":"sema"},{"id":25048537,"title":"tacozilla","slug":"tacozilla"},{"id":25048379,"title":"toyota","slug":"toyota"},{"id":25048366,"title":"truck","slug":"truck"}]}]{ "version": "https://jsonfeed.org/version/1.1", "user_comment": "This feed allows you to read the posts from this site in any feed reader that supports the JSON Feed format. To add this feed to your reader, copy the following URL -- https://dirtsportsworld.com/category/features/feed/json/ -- and add it your reader.", "next_url": "https://dirtsportsworld.com/category/features/feed/json/?paged=2", "home_page_url": "https://dirtsportsworld.com/category/features/", "feed_url": "https://dirtsportsworld.com/category/features/feed/json/", "language": "en-US", "title": "FEATURES Archives - DirtSportsWorld", "description": "The Voice of Off-Road Motorsports", "icon": "https://i0.wp.com/dirtsportsworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/cropped-DSW-Web-Icon.png?fit=59%2C59&ssl=1", "items": [ { "id": "https://dirtsportsworld.com/?p=15985", "url": "https://dirtsportsworld.com/2026/08/04/polaris-unleashes-275-horsepower-2027-rzr-pro-r-boost/", "title": "Polaris Unleashes 275-Horsepower 2027 RZR Pro R Boost", "content_html": "

Polaris has officially unveiled the 2027 RZR Pro R Boost, the most powerful production side-by-side the company has ever offered. …

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\n", "content_text": "Polaris has officially unveiled the 2027 RZR Pro R Boost, the most powerful production side-by-side the company has ever offered. …The post Polaris Unleashes 275-Horsepower 2027 RZR Pro R Boost appeared first on DirtSportsWorld.", "date_published": "2026-08-04T08:42:31-07:00", "date_modified": "2026-08-04T08:42:31-07:00", "authors": [ { "name": "DirtSportsWorld Staff", "url": "https://dirtsportsworld.com/author/dirtsportsworld/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/4817be88e351e2814fd215f4b782a136e8119efccfc1eafde273c56619cf08f5?s=512&d=identicon&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "DirtSportsWorld Staff", "url": "https://dirtsportsworld.com/author/dirtsportsworld/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/4817be88e351e2814fd215f4b782a136e8119efccfc1eafde273c56619cf08f5?s=512&d=identicon&r=g" }, "tags": [ "275-horsepower", "polaris", "Polaris Boost", "pro r", "rzr", "Side-by-Side", "UTV", "News", "Rides" ] }, { "id": "https://dirtsportsworld.com/?p=15787", "url": "https://dirtsportsworld.com/2026/07/02/iracing-keeping-short-course-racing-alive-in-the-virtual-world/", "title": "iRacing: Keeping Short Course Racing Alive in the Virtual World", "content_html": "

Two months have passed since the curtain closed on the 2026 iRacing Short Course Pro-4 Championship, but the storylines that …

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\n", "content_text": "Two months have passed since the curtain closed on the 2026 iRacing Short Course Pro-4 Championship, but the storylines that …The post iRacing: Keeping Short Course Racing Alive in the Virtual World appeared first on DirtSportsWorld.", "date_published": "2026-07-02T17:06:13-07:00", "date_modified": "2026-07-02T17:06:13-07:00", "authors": [ { "name": "DirtSportsWorld Staff", "url": "https://dirtsportsworld.com/author/dirtsportsworld/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/4817be88e351e2814fd215f4b782a136e8119efccfc1eafde273c56619cf08f5?s=512&d=identicon&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "DirtSportsWorld Staff", "url": "https://dirtsportsworld.com/author/dirtsportsworld/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/4817be88e351e2814fd215f4b782a136e8119efccfc1eafde273c56619cf08f5?s=512&d=identicon&r=g" }, "tags": [ "connor barry", "iRacing", "pro2", "pro4", "short course", "Thad Countryman", "virtual racing", "FEATURES", "Short Course" ] }, { "id": "https://dirtsportsworld.com/?p=15030", "url": "https://dirtsportsworld.com/2026/02/12/product-review-monster-tug/", "title": "PRODUCT REVIEW: Monster Tug", "content_html": "

We recently camped out in the desert at King of the Hammers. Our camp had multiple trailers. Instead of maneuvering …

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\n", "content_text": "We recently camped out in the desert at King of the Hammers. Our camp had multiple trailers. Instead of maneuvering …The post PRODUCT REVIEW: Monster Tug appeared first on DirtSportsWorld.", "date_published": "2026-02-12T12:15:15-08:00", "date_modified": "2026-02-12T12:15:15-08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "DirtSportsWorld Staff", "url": "https://dirtsportsworld.com/author/dirtsportsworld/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/4817be88e351e2814fd215f4b782a136e8119efccfc1eafde273c56619cf08f5?s=512&d=identicon&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "DirtSportsWorld Staff", "url": "https://dirtsportsworld.com/author/dirtsportsworld/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/4817be88e351e2814fd215f4b782a136e8119efccfc1eafde273c56619cf08f5?s=512&d=identicon&r=g" }, "tags": [ "camping", "desert", "monstertug", "offroad", "product review", "trailers", "trailertug", "FEATURES", "News" ] }, { "id": "https://dirtsportsworld.com/?p=14408", "url": "https://dirtsportsworld.com/2025/11/06/toyota-unveils-concept-utv/", "title": "Toyota Unveils Concept UTV", "content_html": "

Toyota pulled off a surprise revival of the Scion nameplate with a brand-new side-by-side off-road concept vehicle, the Scion 01. …

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\n", "content_text": "Toyota pulled off a surprise revival of the Scion nameplate with a brand-new side-by-side off-road concept vehicle, the Scion 01. …The post Toyota Unveils Concept UTV appeared first on DirtSportsWorld.", "date_published": "2025-11-06T13:25:34-08:00", "date_modified": "2025-11-06T13:25:34-08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "DirtSportsWorld Staff", "url": "https://dirtsportsworld.com/author/dirtsportsworld/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/4817be88e351e2814fd215f4b782a136e8119efccfc1eafde273c56619cf08f5?s=512&d=identicon&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "DirtSportsWorld Staff", "url": "https://dirtsportsworld.com/author/dirtsportsworld/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/4817be88e351e2814fd215f4b782a136e8119efccfc1eafde273c56619cf08f5?s=512&d=identicon&r=g" }, "tags": [ "SCION", "SCION 01", "Side-by-Side", "toyota", "UTV", "News", "Rides" ] }, { "id": "https://dirtsportsworld.com/?p=10711", "url": "https://dirtsportsworld.com/2024/10/01/video-the-evolution-of-robby-gordons-speed-utv/", "title": "VIDEO: The Evolution of Robby Gordon\u2019s Speed UTV", "content_html": "

Robby Gordon gives us a behind the scenes tour of his new Speed UTV Shop in Anaheim, California. Find out …

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\n", "content_text": "Robby Gordon gives us a behind the scenes tour of his new Speed UTV Shop in Anaheim, California. Find out …The post VIDEO: The Evolution of Robby Gordon’s Speed UTV appeared first on DirtSportsWorld.", "date_published": "2024-10-01T12:17:26-07:00", "date_modified": "2024-10-01T12:18:23-07:00", "authors": [ { "name": "DirtSportsWorld Staff", "url": "https://dirtsportsworld.com/author/dirtsportsworld/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/4817be88e351e2814fd215f4b782a136e8119efccfc1eafde273c56619cf08f5?s=512&d=identicon&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "DirtSportsWorld Staff", "url": "https://dirtsportsworld.com/author/dirtsportsworld/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/4817be88e351e2814fd215f4b782a136e8119efccfc1eafde273c56619cf08f5?s=512&d=identicon&r=g" }, "tags": [ "el diablo", "el jefe", "Robby Gordon", "robby gordon offroad", "Side-by-Side", "Speed UTV", "sxs", "UTV", "FEATURES", "News" ] }, { "id": "https://dirtsportsworld.com/?p=8625", "url": "https://dirtsportsworld.com/2024/01/18/ford-debuts-custom-electric-f-150-lightning-switchgear/", "title": "FORD Debuts Custom Electric F-150 Lightning SwitchGear", "content_html": "

FORD debuted a custom electric F-150 Lightning SwitchGear truck. The truck designed specifically for off-road is a prototype with collaboration …

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\n", "content_text": "FORD debuted a custom electric F-150 Lightning SwitchGear truck. The truck designed specifically for off-road is a prototype with collaboration …The post FORD Debuts Custom Electric F-150 Lightning SwitchGear appeared first on DirtSportsWorld.", "date_published": "2024-01-18T11:55:18-08:00", "date_modified": "2024-01-18T11:55:18-08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "DirtSportsWorld Staff", "url": "https://dirtsportsworld.com/author/dirtsportsworld/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/4817be88e351e2814fd215f4b782a136e8119efccfc1eafde273c56619cf08f5?s=512&d=identicon&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "DirtSportsWorld Staff", "url": "https://dirtsportsworld.com/author/dirtsportsworld/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/4817be88e351e2814fd215f4b782a136e8119efccfc1eafde273c56619cf08f5?s=512&d=identicon&r=g" }, "tags": [ "Electric", "F-150 Lightning", "ford", "Ford F-150", "Fun Haver", "off-road", "RTR", "SwitchGear", "vaughn gittin jr", "News", "Rides" ] }, { "id": "https://dirtsportsworld.com/?p=7481", "url": "https://dirtsportsworld.com/2023/07/21/honda-talon-1000r-4-first-drive/", "title": "Honda Talon 1000R-4 First Drive", "content_html": "

Recently we had the chance to drive the Honda Talon 1000R-4 with the new updated live valve shock system. This …

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\n", "content_text": "Recently we had the chance to drive the Honda Talon 1000R-4 with the new updated live valve shock system. This …The post Honda Talon 1000R-4 First Drive appeared first on DirtSportsWorld.", "date_published": "2023-07-21T03:30:33-07:00", "date_modified": "2023-07-21T03:30:33-07:00", "authors": [ { "name": "DirtSportsWorld Staff", "url": "https://dirtsportsworld.com/author/dirtsportsworld/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/4817be88e351e2814fd215f4b782a136e8119efccfc1eafde273c56619cf08f5?s=512&d=identicon&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "DirtSportsWorld Staff", "url": "https://dirtsportsworld.com/author/dirtsportsworld/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/4817be88e351e2814fd215f4b782a136e8119efccfc1eafde273c56619cf08f5?s=512&d=identicon&r=g" }, "tags": [ "fox live valve", "Honda", "mid america outdoors", "ride red", "Side-by-Side", "talon", "Talon 1000r-4", "UTV", "FEATURES", "News" ] }, { "id": "https://dirtsportsworld.com/?p=4591", "url": "https://dirtsportsworld.com/2022/02/15/nissan-goes-retro-for-chicago-auto-show/", "title": "Nissan Goes Retro for Chicago Auto Show", "content_html": "

Nissan is bringing back a couple of popular designs of its trucks from the 1980\u2019s. The trucks are not full …

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\n", "content_text": "Nissan is bringing back a couple of popular designs of its trucks from the 1980\u2019s. The trucks are not full …The post Nissan Goes Retro for Chicago Auto Show appeared first on DirtSportsWorld.", "date_published": "2022-02-15T11:37:20-08:00", "date_modified": "2022-02-15T11:37:20-08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "DirtSportsWorld Staff", "url": "https://dirtsportsworld.com/author/dirtsportsworld/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/4817be88e351e2814fd215f4b782a136e8119efccfc1eafde273c56619cf08f5?s=512&d=identicon&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "DirtSportsWorld Staff", "url": "https://dirtsportsworld.com/author/dirtsportsworld/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/4817be88e351e2814fd215f4b782a136e8119efccfc1eafde273c56619cf08f5?s=512&d=identicon&r=g" }, "tags": [ "72x", "chicago auto show", "concept", "nissan", "nissan hardbody", "nissan truck", "News", "Rides" ] }, { "id": "https://dirtsportsworld.com/?p=4564", "url": "https://dirtsportsworld.com/2022/02/09/new-colors-and-suspension-upgrades-announced-for-2022-rzr-pro-xp/", "title": "New Colors and Suspension Upgrades Announced for 2022 RZR Pro XP", "content_html": "

Polaris is upgrading the shock package on the RZR Pro XP line-up. The side-by-sides now come with FOX Position Sensitive …

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\n", "content_text": "Polaris is upgrading the shock package on the RZR Pro XP line-up. The side-by-sides now come with FOX Position Sensitive …The post New Colors and Suspension Upgrades Announced for 2022 RZR Pro XP appeared first on DirtSportsWorld.", "date_published": "2022-02-09T17:37:57-08:00", "date_modified": "2022-02-12T17:45:27-08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "DirtSportsWorld Staff", "url": "https://dirtsportsworld.com/author/dirtsportsworld/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/4817be88e351e2814fd215f4b782a136e8119efccfc1eafde273c56619cf08f5?s=512&d=identicon&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "DirtSportsWorld Staff", "url": "https://dirtsportsworld.com/author/dirtsportsworld/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/4817be88e351e2814fd215f4b782a136e8119efccfc1eafde273c56619cf08f5?s=512&d=identicon&r=g" }, "tags": [ "2022 RZR Pro XP", "fox shocks", "fox suspension", "new colors", "polaris", "Side-by-Side", "upgrade", "UTV", "News", "Rides" ] }, { "id": "https://dirtsportsworld.com/?p=3814", "url": "https://dirtsportsworld.com/2021/11/05/tacozilla-brings-the-overland-to-sema/", "title": "TacoZilla Brings the Overland to SEMA", "content_html": "

Toyota debuted the \u201cTacoZilla\u201d this week at the SEMA show in Las Vegas. The vehicle is based on a Toyota …

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\n", "content_text": "Toyota debuted the \u201cTacoZilla\u201d this week at the SEMA show in Las Vegas. The vehicle is based on a Toyota …The post TacoZilla Brings the Overland to SEMA appeared first on DirtSportsWorld.", "date_published": "2021-11-05T13:15:29-07:00", "date_modified": "2021-11-05T13:15:29-07:00", "authors": [ { "name": "DirtSportsWorld Staff", "url": "https://dirtsportsworld.com/author/dirtsportsworld/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/4817be88e351e2814fd215f4b782a136e8119efccfc1eafde273c56619cf08f5?s=512&d=identicon&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "DirtSportsWorld Staff", "url": "https://dirtsportsworld.com/author/dirtsportsworld/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/4817be88e351e2814fd215f4b782a136e8119efccfc1eafde273c56619cf08f5?s=512&d=identicon&r=g" }, "tags": [ "camper", "overland", "overlander", "SEMA", "tacozilla", "toyota", "truck", "News", "Rides" ] } ] }