# Overlanding SUV Concepts The GMC Canyon OVRLANDX Off-Road Concept is Durably Designed By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2021-09-02 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gmc-canyon-ovrlandx-offroad-concept References: [coolmaterial](https://coolmaterial.com/rides/gmc-canyon-ovrlandx-off-road-concept/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=gmc-canyon-ovrlandx-off-road-concept) & [media.gmc](https://media.gmc.com/media/us/en/gmc/home.detail.html/content/Pages/news/us/en/2021/aug/0827-canyon.html) Overlanding continues to increase in popularity as consumers seek to explore on their own terms, which is seeing new vehicle designs like the [GMC](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hummer-ev-earthcruiser-camper) Canyon OVRLANDX Off-Road Concept be introduced. The vehicle is a special version of the brand's Canyon SUV that has been reworked to offer additional support for drivers as they [explore off the beaten path](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/krug-expedition). The SUV is equipped with a wider chassis that has been lifted along with underbody protection, an AEV bumper, rocker panel protection and more. The GMC Canyon OVRLANDX Off-Road Concept is rounded out with a bed cap along with a roof tent as well as an awning and solar panels to allow for [comfortable living when off the grid](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auriga-explorer). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 81% | Activity: 62% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Overlanding SUV Designs:** As consumers seek to explore on their own terms, vehicle designs, like the GMC Canyon OVRLANDX Off-Road Concept, with additional support are being introduced, creating an opportunity for innovation in overlanding. - **Off-road Vehicle Equipment:** The GMC Canyon OVRLANDX Off-Road Concept's specially designed equipment, including underbody protection and a bed cap with a roof tent and solar panels, presents an opportunity for innovation in off-road vehicle equipment. - **Sustainable Off-road Travel:** The inclusion of solar panels in the GMC Canyon OVRLANDX Off-Road Concept provides an opportunity for innovation in sustainable off-road travel. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Automotive:** Innovations in Overlanding SUV designs and off-road vehicle equipment present opportunities for automotive companies to cater to the growing demand for off-road exploration. - **Outdoor Recreation:** The popularity of overlanding is creating opportunities for innovation in outdoor recreation gear, as consumers seek equipment and accessories that can enhance their off-road experiences. - **Renewable Energy:** As sustainable off-road travel gains popularity, there is an opportunity for innovation in renewable energy, specifically in the development of solar panels and other green technologies for use in off-road vehicles. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Extreme Overlanding SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/isuzu-basecamp-at35.md) - [Oversized Overlanding Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/earthroamer-sx.md) - [Trail-Targeted SUV Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lucid-gravity-x-concept.md) - [Tactical Expedition Overlanding Trucks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/expedition-camper.md) - [Exploratory Off-Road Vehicle Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/offroad-vehicle-concept.md) - [Off-Road OEM-Modified SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lexus-lx-600-alpine-lifestyle.md) - [All-Electric Camping SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hummer-ev-earthcruiser-camper.md) - [Sophisticated Adventure Vehicle Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gran-equator.md) - [Luxury Off-Road SUV Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/genesis-x-gran-equator-concept.md)