Aston Martin Just Built Its Most Badass Concept Ever, and It’s an Off-Roader

Aston Martin teases its off-roading aspirations with a new Call of Duty-bound concept. Plus, L.L.Bean’s got a new tote for the ultimate New Englander, a new portable and retro gaming device from 8BitDo and more.

Rear view of a green Aston Martin off-road vehicle with large rugged tires and quad exhaust pipes.Aston Martin

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Matte green futuristic off-road vehicle with large rugged tires and bright LED lights in a dim industrial setting.Aston Martin

Aston Martin Dreadnaught Concept

Aston Martin just revealed its latest concept and it’s called the Dreadnaught. Designed and created in partnership with Infinity Ward and Activision, the Dreadnaught was designed exclusively as the star car for the latest installment in the Call of Duty video game franchise, Modern Warfare 4. It represents the automaker’s new chapter in showcasing its performance and engineering capabilities, but in the rugged off-roading and military-spec space. Details are limited, but Aston says the Dreadnaught boasts an exterior design inspired by some of its most iconic cars in the past, as well as a V12 engine under the hood. Could it also be Aston Martin subtly expressing its ambitions to enter the off-roading space? Only time will tell. Be sure to catch the Dreadnaught in action when Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 debuts in October 2026.
Canvas tote bag with navy trim and red lobster embroidery, containing navy flip-flops, a red water bottle, and a rolled blue towel.L.L.Bean

L.L.Bean Boat and Tote Lobster

What could possibly make the L.L.Bean Boat and Tote a better emblem of Maine? Embroider a lobster on it. That’s exactly what the legendary American brand did, adding the state’s signature delicacy to the iconic do-it-all bag. It is hand-sewn in Maine with 24-ounce cotton canvas that starts out ridged before breaking in. The lobster is only available on the 17-liter medium size, and can be monogrammed for an additional charge.
Person holding a black handheld gaming device with a white detachable controller playing a pixelated game.8BitDo

8BitDo FlipPad

8BitDo’s highly anticipated FlipPad just opened up pre-orders. This is an affordable, slim accessory that makes gaming on your phone much easier, especially compared to its touchscreen controls. The FlipPad plugs into your smartphone via its USB-C port and rests on the screen with a scratch-resistant pad underneath. What’s more, 8BitDo designed the buttons themselves to be responsive and clicky to emulate that retro gaming experience as much as possible.
Black Gregory backpack with front bungee cords and a person placing a green tumbler in the side mesh pocket.Gregory

Gregory Terros 20

The smallest member of Gregory’s compelling new three-pack Terros line outpunches its weight from town to trail. Highlights include contoured shoulder straps, a breathable back panel and smart internal organization including large main and front zippered compartments, a zippered security pocket and a padded 16-inch laptop sleeve. Meanwhile, the exterior features two side-stretch bottle pockets, a bungee attachment system and reinforced cording loops for hauling extra gear.
Metallic silver hard-shell suitcase with brown leather handle and four brown wheels on a reflective surface.Portar

Portar Lucent Aluminum Carry-On Luggage

Obviously, this is a fine piece of aluminum luggage. But it’s a lot more refined and craft-focused than you might glean at first glance. It boasts a satin anodization, designed to age beautifully over time, and it has genuine leather side and top handles, adding a bit of style contrast. It also comes with a quartet of omnidirectional wheels for easy airport navigation, dual integrated TSA locks and a 100-percent recycled polyester lining. But its construction is most unique: all 200 rivets on its exterior (and the corner guards) are applied by hand.