News

Tomcar recently was successful in helping Red Bull build the off-road Rampage course in Virgin, Utah.

October 2010 – The Reb Bull Rampage took place in Virgin Utah and was a great success. Red Bull called and we were there to help with preparing the grounds and transportation of staff and equipment. [more]

Car and Driver magazine rated the Tomcar TM5 truck version as the "No Compromises Adventurer".

September 2010 – In the September 2010 issue of Car and Driver Magazine's TOMCAR's TM5 was rated against the Polaris Razor, Yamaha Rhino and the John Deere Gator. WOW! And, how did we do it without four-wheel drive? Ask us, it is a totally different experience! A Tomcar has to be driven to "experience the fun"! [more]

All TOMCAR models completely updated.

April 2010 – We've completely upgraded all models. All three models TM2, TM4, and TM5, are now either powered by a new Delphi Fuel -injected "Z" 1052cc four-cylinder gasoline engine or the 1372cc Kohler/Lombardini Diesel engine, which is now the most powerful diesel engine in its class! In addition Tomcar vehicles now all have Hydraulic Disc Brakes all-around controlled by a separate hydraulic system for front and rear brakes. This separate disc brake system ensures back-up and reliability in any situation. The electrical system has been totally redone, with an extreme automotive-type of waterproof chassis wiring harness and a sealed fuse box to make it reliable in extreme use. Last, all Tomcar models have now been upgraded with alloy wheels as standard.

NEW - The G-Nuis Guardium-LS vehicle, built upon the TOMCAR® platform, featured in "Defense Technology International".

October 2009 – The Guardium-LS UGV (unmanned ground vehicle) is on the cover of, and featured in, this month's issue. [more]

NEW - TOMCAR® profiled on Discovery Channel's "Daily Planet"

September 25, 2009 – The producers of "Daily Planet" on Discovery Canada made a visit to Israel to see the TOMCAR firsthand... [more]

TOMCAR® and Nemacolin Woodlands Resort Announce Creation of the “TOMCAR Tactical Training Center”

Rochester Hills, MI, September 24,2009 – TOMCAR Ltd. has announced that it has partnered with the Nemacolin Woodlands Resort, located in Laurel Highlands, PA, to create the first TOMCAR Tactical Training Center in the United States. [more]

TOMCAR® Announces New Executive Vice President

Rochester Hills, MI, June 24,2009 – TOMCAR has named Jeff Zyburt its new Executive Vice President. Zyburt will be responsible for overseeing manufacturing, purchasing, quality and engineering.[more]

TOMCAR® Vice President to Focus on Increasing Awareness of TOMCAR Vehicles Among Law Enforcement and Military

Rochester Hills, MI, May 21,2009 – TOMCAR has named Mike Fullerton the new Vice President of Law Enforcement, Military and Government Affairs. Fullerton will be based in Washington, D.C. [more]

Adventure Tourism Company Provides Off-Road Experience Featuring TOMCAR® Vehicles

Rochester Hills, MI, May 12, 2009 – Tourists in Cabo San Lucas and Puerto Vallarta, Mexico can now enjoy the thrill of adventure that only a TOMCAR vehicle can provide. Green Zebra Adventures, a U.S. based tourism company, recently began operating a revolutionary new off-road adventure tour experience in these markets featuring the exclusive Green Zebra TOMCAR. [more]

TOMCAR’s Management Team To Focus On Innovation and Growth

Rochester Hills, MI, April 30, 2009 – TOMCAR CEO Tom McAlear introduced the company’s management team that brings 60 years of experience and a clear understanding of what it takes to deliver the best product and maintain profitability in spite of a challenging economy. [more]

Combat buggies ordered for Afghanistan

Ministry of Defence | Defence News, April 9, 2009 – Official statement from the British Ministry of Defence announcing the £7m contract awarded to Enhanced Protection Systems Ltd (EPS) to supply the Springer all-terrain vehcile (which utilize the TOMCAR® TM5 platform). [more]

TOMCAR® Partners With Next Generation Power to Provide “On-The-Go” Power Solutions

Rochester Hills, MI, March 3, 2009 – TOMCAR has joined forces with Next Generation Power to equip TOMCAR vehicles with state-of-the-art Next Gen diesel generators, compressors or combination units to provide customers with auxiliary power on the go. [more]

Markstone Capital Partners Acquires Controlling Interest of TOMCAR®, Company Positioned for Growth in 2009

Rochester Hills, MI, Feb 12, 2009 – Markstone Capital Partners has acquired a controlling interest in TOMCAR Ltd. TOMCAR was founded in 1991 and is the acclaimed manufacturer of the highly capable TOMCAR® TM2, TM4 and TM5 off-road vehicles which are available with a choice of gas or diesel engines. [more]