Ineos Grenadier production has been paused due to a critical component shortage caused by financial difficulties faced by one of its suppliers. This part, though unspecified, is essential for completing both the Grenadier SUV and Quartermaster models, making it impossible for the company to continue production until the issue is resolved. The supplier’s situation is closely monitored, but the production…

Norweld, Australia’s premier manufacturer of 4WD trays and canopies, has announced a partnership with British automotive manufacturer Ineos. This collaboration aims to customize Norweld’s unique tray and canopy products for new and upcoming vehicle models, including the Ineos Grenadier dual-cab Quartermaster and dual-cab Quartermaster Chassis Cab pickups globally. The Chassis Cab variant provides an option without the traditional tub found…

IneosAutomotive has introduced the Grenadier Detour, the inaugural limited edition from its newly established Arcane Works division. Limited to just 200 units, the Detour showcases bespoke design elements and allows customers to personalize their Grenadier. The Detour, revealed at the Goodwood Festival of Speed, maintains the Grenadier’s renowned off-road capabilities but is clearly targeted at a more discerning buyer. All…

In the world of modern luxury cars, customization is key. For example, Porsche offers a bewildering array of over 200 different configurations on their 911 model, and buyers generally spend over $20,000 on options alone when writing a check for one of those legendary sports cars. Porsche even offers entirely custom color options through its Paint to Sample program—if you’ve…

A new camping box designed by QUQUQ and available from Nevada-based RRE Global was recently unveiled at Overland Expo West and is now available for the Ineos Grenadier, providing a versatile and convenient solution for overland enthusiasts. The “GrenBox,” adhering to QUQUQ’s established principles, features a comfortable bed and a fully equipped kitchen within a single module. This robust camping…

Expedition Portal contributors Andy and Mercedes Lilienthal knew they had a huge challenge ahead of them when they entered the 40th Anniversary Alcan 5000 Rally. The Lilienthal team (known also as Crankshaft Culture) are Alcan veterans, but this year would be different. The unpredictable road conditions, the tricky TSD (time-speed-distance) challenges, the brutal Arctic weather, and the sheer length of…

Let’s take a moment to celebrate Ineos Automotive’s success. The 2024 model year Grenadier is already sold out in North America, and aftermarket accessory manufacturers are hard at work keeping up with the demand for body protection, roof racks, drawer systems, and other essential overlanding products designed to make the Grenadier even more capable.  Buoyed by the success of the…

Ineos continues to expand its footprint in the adventure travel world with the recent acquisition of Maun, Botswana-based Kavango Engineering. KE is a legacy engineering outfit that’s been building bespoke safari and specialist vehicles for lodges and game reserves across Africa and beyond since 2009. Now Ineos Kavango, the firm will spearhead the production of the Grenadier Safari—Ineos’ latest version…

The Grenadiers are coming. Ahead of the official deliveries of its all-new SUV, Ineos has named its US dealers. Covering most corners of the country, the dealers will finalize the 7,000 current North American Grenadier pre-orders and provide service, parts, and sales support. Greg Clark, Executive Vice President Americas for INEOS Automotive, said, “We spent a long time selecting an…

The Grenadier has already proven popular in North America, with 7,000+ preorders and the US becoming the model’s largest market. . . before a single unit has been delivered. The US and Canada are ideal regions for the Grenadier, which provides a unique combination of capability, capacity (payload and towing), and comfort. Seeing a brand new body-on-frame solid axle vehicle…

In May 2023, we took delivery of a stock Ineos Grenadier Fieldmaster in the UK. We conducted off-road tests and break-in miles before putting it on the boat for Durban, South Africa. By late June, we had the Grenadier in Johannesburg and began lightly modifying the vehicle and provisioning for our trip up Africa. Contrary to many overland builds, we intentionally…

The Grenadier is starting to arrive in consumers’ hands in several markets worldwide, including Europe, the UK, Australia, New Zealand, and Southern Africa (among others). Along with that comes rapid innovation of aftermarket accessories to complement this much-anticipated overland platform. Front Runner was one of the first to bring products to market, including their Slimline II full and three-quarter racks…

The automotive accessory and vehicle conversion experts at Australia’s Expedition Centre have announced the launch of a Mulgo Pop Top specifically designed for the Ineos Grenadier. Crafted from lightweight aluminum, the pop top seamlessly integrates with the Ineos Grenadier’s original design, maintaining its rugged and timeless appearance.  The pop top features gas struts, and two release latches accessible from the…

Scott Brady and Joe Fleming discuss their segment one of crossing the continent of Africa with the Ineos Grenadier. This includes vehicle preparation, fitting the Front Runner rack and sleeping platform, shipping the vehicle to Durban, and process of selecting and organizing support equipment. They go into detail about the route through South Africa and Mozambique, followed by the lessons…

         For the overlander, the top hits keep coming, with OEMs releasing new “made for overlanding” models every month. We even have entire brands, like Ineos, dedicated to the needs of vehicle-based travelers. To confirm Ineos’ commitment to the segment, they have released their newest model, the Grenadier Quartermaster overland pickup. Key Specifications of the Grenadier Quartermaster 1,675…

Show notes for episode #152 Overland Journal is Crossing the African Continent with the Ineos Grenadier  Summary: Few places on the planet resonate with the adventurer like the African continent, from the vibrant cultures to the ancient civilizations, megafauna, and some of the most remote and inspiring landscapes on earth. At Overland Journal, we have been fortunate to circumnavigate…

The Ineos Grenadier is one of the most anticipated new models for overlanders in decades. The North American Ineos Automotive team just announced via email to early order holders and information subscribers about their May 17th information day. Before the Overland Expo in Flagstaff, Arizona, information on launch specifications, options, trim packages, pricing, and sales/service networks will be available. The…

In February 2023, we reported that Ineos Automotive was rumored to be working on releasing a smaller, electric version of the Grenadier based on a skateboard-style platform.  This rumor has been confirmed by The Ineos announcement of a collaboration with leading automotive supplier Magna to develop and launch a new electric 4WD vehicle, slated for production in 2026 at Magna’s Graz, Austria…

Grenadier, the automotive start-up aiming to produce an off-road vehicle in the spirit of the original Land Rover Defender, recently held its second Q&A session. Executive Vice President of Ineos Automotive Americas, Greg Clark, fielded questions from the public, covering issues such as timing, driving events, and vehicle specifics. Mr. Clark also talked about the company’s recent global media drive,…

The internet is buzzing with news reports that Sir Jim Ratcliffe, Ineos CEO, has announced that the Ineos Grenadier off-roader will soon be joined by a smaller, electric version based on a skateboard-style platform. “I don’t know how much we’ve talked about the electric version of the Grenadier, but we’re well on with that project. It’ll be fully electric, with…