We recently attended the Overland Expo SoCal 2025 and had a blast kicking up dust in our first appearance at this popular Southern California event. Although familiar with the Overland Expo West event, we were excited to attend the SoCal event for the first time, knowing it’s a favorite amongst the off-road community.
The Overland Expo is the ultimate gathering for anyone whose idea of a good time involves mud, rocks, and wide-open trails. With hundreds of top brands, expert-led trail training, and some of the meanest rigs you’ve ever seen, it’s a paradise for dirt junkies. The SoCal edition delivered big on Bronco action, capturing the hearts and tires of overland enthusiasts.
Gear Highlight: XTS Bumper & Superwinch Winches
We chose the Socal event to spotlight one of our toughest off-road upgrades: the XTS Front Bumper and the rugged Talon Winch from Superwinch. These trail-tested essentials got plenty of attention from 4WDers looking for reliable recovery solutions.
- XTS Front Bumper: Tough as nails, built from heavy-duty steel, ready to house winches up to 12,000 lbs. Perfect for hitting trails hard and staying protected when the terrain bites back. Featuring:
- Low profile winch mount improves air flow
- 10-gauge steel shell and 4-gauge steel tray
- 2 recovery points for shackles
- 4.5” x 10” winch mount pattern
- Superwinch Winches: Engineered for brute strength, this winch is your best friend when you find yourself axle-deep in trouble and need serious pulling power fast.
Additionally, Cameron spotted a Fitipaldi Off Road rig – their 2024 Tacoma build – sporting a Westin EXP Truck cap featuring double wall aluminum gullwing side doors, heavy-duty locking T-handle with emergency release, and a no drill installation. Looking good guys.
Bronco Fever Takes Over SoCal
Broncos were everywhere you looked, flexing their muscles and strutting serious off-road style. Westin’s fully-kitted Bronco build – decked out with their signature XTS bumper, Talon winch, wide fenders, and off-road lights – was front and center, reminding folks why Westin remains the go-to.
Westin’s New Trail Partners: Inspired Overland & XComp Tires
Westin announced two exciting partnerships designed to up the ante on your next overland adventure:
“Inspired Overland helped us out tremendously for the 2025 Overland Expo SoCal.“
– Steve , Westin Automotive
- Inspired Overland: Specialists in ultra-lightweight rooftop tents, Inspired Overland delivers gear that balances rugged reliability with trail-ready comfort.
- XComp Tires: Since 1982, XComp has carved its reputation out of rubber, crafting tires that grip hard and play rough. Known for tackling extreme terrain and brutal conditions, XComp tires are exactly what Westin-equipped vehicles need to crush obstacles on every trail.
Off-Road Gear From Westin Automotive
Westin’s first run at Overland Expo SoCal was a clear success. We shared some game-changing gear, created exciting new partnerships, and inspired off-roaders eager to hit the trails fully equipped and adventure-ready.
Why choose Westin when you’re ready to gear up your rig?
Westin has been an industry leading manufacturer of quality automotive aftermarket products for trucks, SUVs, Jeeps, and more for over 40 years. In addition to Superwinch, we are the parent companies of FEY® and Brute™ products. You can count on outstanding customer service and decades of experience from Westin. Contact us for more information or check out our catalogs for more products. Check out our XTS Front Bumper or the powerful line of Superwinch Winches – and see why serious trail-riders choose Westin every time.
