The new 2027 Frontier Sport Edition is meant to bridge the gap between the budget-friendly SV grade and the rugged Pro-X. It brings yellow accent stitching to the upgraded cloth seats, “Sport” tailgate and bedside badging, and a black lower front fascia, mirrors, and grille. The existing 17-inch wheels are upgraded with 265/70R17 Hankook Dynapro all-terrain tires. Finally, front accent lighting, an aluminum skid plate, and LED fog lights complete the look.

Also joining the list of options for the 2027 Frontier is a new Alpine Metallic exterior paint color. The existing shades consist of Bluestone Pearl, Red Alert, Tactical Green Metallic, Afterburn Orange, Gun Metallic, Super Black, Glacier White, and Boulder Gray Pearl. We don’t know who named these, but that seems like a fun job.

On the tech side, the Pro Convenience package’s wireless phone charger has been upgraded to provide faster charging. There’s now Qi2 standard, which means there’s a magnet to help keep your phone in the best charging position, as well as a fan to keep it cool. A moonroof will also be offered on Pro-grade trucks with the Convenience package.

Specs-wise, not much has changed between 2026 and 2027. The Frontier still comes with Nissan’s now familiar 3.8-liter V-6, good for a claimed 310 hp and 281 lb-ft of torque. Grades include the base S, SV, Pro-X, Pro-4X, and top-tier SL. Either the King Cab or Crew Cab body styles are offered, and 5- or 6-foot beds are available.

We’ll hear more about pricing for the 2027 Nissan Frontier shortly before the trucks start hitting dealerships this summer.

Enter Storyteller’s more manageable GXV Wild, an adventure vehicle built on the Ram 3500 single-cab heavy-duty pickup and powered by the legendary 6.4-liter Hemi V-8. Even though it’s smaller, this camper does not fall short when it comes to capability, whether as an overlanding rig or a mobile home away from home.

Big Capability, Smaller Footprint

To provide the ideal off-road foundation, Storyteller turned to AEV for a three-inch lift suspension system. The upgrade not only improves the Ram 3500 HD’s crawling capability but also creates room for 37-inch (275/80R20) MPT tires mounted on custom 20 x 9.0–inch forged wheels. Even with the lift and the addition of the camper box, the GXV Wild is still capable of towing up to 11,000 pounds and carrying up to 1,000 pounds of payload. The truck is based on the Big Horn Level 2 trim, which means buyers get a well-appointed cabin with heated seats, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, a 12-inch Uconnect touchscreen with navigation, dual-zone climate control, and a premium nine-speaker audio system.

A Kitchen and Bath That Travel Well

Still, the Ram 3500 is not the main attraction. It’s the backing band for star of the show, the upscale living quarters. The camper box can sleep up to four adults thanks to a queen-size loft mattress and a rear dinette that converts into another spacious sleeping area. A Truma rooftop air conditioner and 14,000-BTU hydronic heating system help keep everyone comfortable whether they’re in the Mojave or the Rockies.

When it’s time to eat, the cook gets a full kitchen that includes a stainless steel Vitrifrigo 4.1-cubic-foot refrigerator-freezer combo, a portable induction cooktop, and a microwave that also functions as a convection oven and air fryer.

When nature calls, the wet bath makes things more comfortable with a cassette toilet that features fresh-water flushing. A dimmable light, exhaust fan, and dual-pane window also help make freshening up more pleasant.

The Wild Card: FlipOut Deck

As mentioned, the GXV Wild is smaller than its siblings. So, can this Super C class really feel as comfortable as Storyteller’s larger adventure vehicles? That’s where the Wild gets a bit wild: its clever rear wall design. It forms part of the FlipOut Deck, which turns the back of the camper into an open-air deck. It is a great place to enjoy the crisp air of an early morning or take in the scenery over dinner.