New off-road vehicle blends dune buggy fun with rally car features

Meyers Manx and Tuthill have collaborated to create the LFG, a new off-road vehicle unveiled at Monterey Car Week 2025 that blends the playful style of a dune buggy with the rugged capabilities of a rally car. The LFG features a lightweight yet strong carbon fiber body, a built-in rollover protection system meeting both motorsport and recreational standards, and advanced suspension with adjustable dampers and hydraulic bump stops for versatile terrain handling. It offers multiple engine options, including a four-valve Tuthill K-based engine paired with a six-speed sequential gearbox and a sophisticated four-wheel-drive system with three limited-slip differentials to maintain traction on diverse surfaces. The vehicle’s interior emphasizes comfort and adaptability, with climate control and a cabin that can be converted from enclosed to open-air by removing the roof and doors in two minutes. It also includes a satellite-based GPS navigation system for off-grid travel. The LFG’s exhaust system is made from durable Inconel, and its fuel tank