World-renowned explorer Ed Stafford has become a global owner of the JETOUR G700 after an official handover ceremony held on 1 August in Harbin, China. The event was attended by senior JETOUR and Chery Automobile executives and marks the start of a formal collaboration between the explorer and the Chinese manufacturer.
Partnership and production plans
The announcement confirms that JETOUR and Mr Stafford will co-produce Season Two of JETOUR’s series Adventure of Extremes. The companies also referenced Mr Stafford’s other filmed work, including Marooned with Ed Stafford, and described the pairing as aligned with the G700’s brand message of “Beyond The Horizon”.
Vehicle usage and on-site impressions
During filming, JETOUR representatives joined Mr Stafford at a remote camp to demonstrate the G700's capabilities. Attendees reported trying the vehicle’s intelligent driving functions, its ride comfort and an outdoor V2L (vehicle-to-load) power export feature. JETOUR said Mr Stafford highlighted the vehicle’s off-road performance and practicality for outdoor filming and expeditions.
- Handover date: 1 August (ceremony in Harbin, China)
- Collaboration: Co-production of Season Two of Adventure of Extremes
- Vehicle features noted: off-road capability, ride comfort, V2L power export
"During the filming of JETOUR’s Adventure of Extremes, I found that the G700 delivers outstanding off-road capability and is very practical for outdoor adventures... The G700 is not just a vehicle for traversing treacherous terrain—it's my mobile base camp."
What this means locally
For readers in Stafford and Staffordshire, the story is of human interest rather than a local economic development: it follows a British explorer with a national profile entering a commercial relationship with a global vehicle maker. The collaboration could increase Mr Stafford’s visibility and continue to draw attention to the kinds of expeditions that have long appealed to UK audiences. It may also raise awareness here of newer Chinese-brand vehicles aimed at outdoor and recreational users.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Explorer | Ed Stafford (British, known for Amazon River hike and TV work) |
| Vehicle | JETOUR G700 |
| Location of handover | Harbin, China |
| Planned media | Season Two of Adventure of Extremes |
The statement issued alongside the handover notes praise for the vehicle’s suitability as a field base, with specific reference to its ability to power equipment and support simple meal preparation while on location. JETOUR's executives personally attended the handover, underlining the manufacturer's interest in associating the G700 with high-profile exploratory activity.
Readers seeking further detail on the collaboration or the technical specifications of the G700 should look for future releases from JETOUR and the media for the forthcoming series. The announcement is primarily a partnership and marketing development rather than an operational expedition update.
