By SEMA News Editors
Terrain Tamer Purchases Iconic Steve Irwin-Owned LandCruiser Troop Carrier
Terrain Tamer, the Australian off-road and four-wheel-drive parts brand, has purchased a Toyota LandCruiser Troop Carrier previously owned by "Crocodile Hunter" Steve Irwin.
Previously used at Irwin's Australia Zoo for carrying staff and equipment, the '82 HJ47 Troop Carrier has more than 250,000 miles on the odometer and still dons the iconic "Crocodile Hunter" branding.
The "Troopy" has been fitted with a 4.9L Cleveland Ford V8 engine and has undergone mechanical and electrical refurbishment under its previous owners, including the fitment of Terrain Tamer suspension components, which drew the attention of the brand's team during the recent auction of the vehicle.
"One customer recently shared that he believes the industry perception is that Terrain Tamer are the best parts around for hard working LandCruisers, so it feels like a natural fit that this Troopy would be fitted with our suspension and should come to us, where it can be shared with other enthusiasts and operators who appreciate it's significance," Terrain Tamer General Manager Brent Hutchinson said.
"LandCruisers are a cornerstone of Australian automotive culture, and the Troopy, in particular, is known for being rugged and practical. With the connection to Steve Irwin, there's an overlap of cultural identity and automotive history beyond anything mechanical."
The Crocodile Hunter Troopy comes complete with extensive documentation detailing modifications from its zoo service history, and a restoration record, as well as supporting provenance documentation, and a signed letter from Steve Irwin's son Robert.
The vehicle will eventually make an appearance at the company's Stockton, California, branch.
For more information, visit terraintamer.com.
Porsche Owners Gain Access to Tesla Supercharger Network
Porsche customers are gaining access to the Tesla Supercharger network thanks to a new program launched on September 9.
The program gives Porsche owners access to 23,500 Tesla Superchargers in North America and will be made possible through a Porsche-supplied NACS DC adapter for customers. At the current stage of the program, Porsche customers will utilize the Tesla app to enable charging. Charging through the My Porsche app and plug-and-charge is expected to follow in the coming months.
All-new model-year '26 Porsche Taycan and Macan Electric models will include Porsche NACS DC adapter at no additional fee. Model-year '25 Taycan owners and all existing Macan Electric owners are eligible for a complimentary adapter.
Model-year '24 and older Taycan customers can elect to purchase the Porsche NACS DC adapter from the Porsche Online Shop and at local Porsche Centers.
For more information, visit porsche.com.
Kahn Media's Josh Rivera Receives PRNEWS People of the Year Award
Kahn Media, a Moorpark, California-based marketing agency, has announced that Josh Rivera has received a PRNEWS People of the Year Award in the Media Relations Titans category.
The PRNEWS People of the Year Awards showcase the top talent, passionate professionals and budding communications leaders redefining modern public relations. Award-worthy individuals have made a quantifiable impact on a product, group, company or industry at large. The Media Relations Titans category zeroes in on those individuals who have worked continuously to build strong relationships with journalists and content creators through all channels or have succeeded in repositioning a brand through media outreach, according to PRNEWS.
Rivera joined Kahn Media in 2022 and now serves as a senior account executive. Since joining Kahn Media, Rivera has taken on more responsibilities and a growing client list, which now includes dynamic brands like Roush Performance, Velocity Restorations, Centerforce Clutch, Front Runner Dometic and Rigid Industries.
For more information, visit kahnmedia.com.
