Suspension lift: check. Fender flares: check. Winch: check.
As more people want to get away from the crowds and recharge their batteries, Overlanding is a growing trend. Although the COVID-19 epidemic in 2020 temporarily hampered this adventurous lifestyle, many people now feel a renewed connection with Mother Nature.
This weekend’s Overland Expo Mountain West is a great place to show off fully customized trucks that can go anywhere. GMC will be attending the show with a modified Canyon AT4 that is capable of going anywhere, the OVERLANDX off-road Concept. The show truck was lifted from the factory and rides on 33-inch BFGoodrich KM3 mud-Terrain tires with 17-inch AEV Crestone wheels.
GMC has a long list to modify the pickup. It has rocker panel protectors, built-in front recovery point and extended underbody protection. There is also a heavy-duty bumper with winch and a heavy-duty front bumper. Canyon is off-road ready with front and rear electronic locking differentials, as well as a solar panel. The bed storage area also features a clever drawer system.
The OVERLANDX Offroad Concept has a 10-inch clearance and a 27.7 degree approach angle. Once you reach your destination, you can relax in the tent-roof tent. GMC equipped the Canyon AT4 with an umbrella to provide shelter from the rain and sun. Additional upgrades include a cooler, a kitchenette and guy lines to protect the windshield from being struck by low-hanging branches.
GMC states that the rugged OVERLANDX Offroad will continue to be a concept, but it shows how GMC is “looking ahead to serve its growing customer base for off-roading as well as overlanding enthusiast.”