No fool Monty! Stripping back to the essentials with Dacia

April 15, 2025 by Dacia

• Ready for every adventure, broadcaster and marine biologist Monty Halls will use a Dacia Duster Extreme mild hybrid 130 4x4 for everything from the everyday school run to off-road support in his upcoming Celtic Dagger Expedition

• Don't be fooled – Duster is not 'just' another SUV, as rugged styling and option of 4x4 transmission with multiple off-road modes, Hill Descent Control and 217mm of ground clearance takes the class-leading off-road capabilities of the latest duster to new heights

• Dacia's philosophy of stripping back to the essentials means Duster has a practical but well-equipped interior, now with more sustainable materials and hybrid powertrains, plus the best value for money in its segment

• Duster once again proves it's perfect for those embarking on everything from epic expeditions to life's everyday adventures

The rugged Dacia Duster proves itself as the perfect companion for Monty Halls, the TV adventurer, expedition leader and former Royal Marine, as he strips back to the essentials and tackles not just his most extreme off-road expedition to date, but also daily life in the wilds of his home in south Devon.

Monty's most notable expeditions include leading a multi-national team to the discovery of a sunken city off the Indian coast, four expeditions to Southern Africa, three to Malawi to explore the ecosystem of the lake and investigate poaching activity, and one to South Africa to dive looking for evidence of prehistoric settlements in cave systems off the Cape. For his work, he was awarded the Bish Medal for services to exploration by the Scientific Exploration Society.

Now, Monty, no fool when it comes to conquering challenging terrain has singled out the Dacia Duster as his everyday adventure companion. Taking to the roads for the school run through to his upcoming Celtic Dagger Expedition, the Duster Extreme mild hybrid 130 4x4 is the ideal choice.

As part of the Celtic Dagger Expedition – an archaeological marine mission on the West Coast of Scotland – Monty and a team of divers will explore the coves, beaches, and hills where specialised military training took place in the 1940s. Significantly, the team who will take an additional Duster for the journey, will be the first ever to dive the shallow seas where the first amphibious landings were practised.

The Duster will also be used to support his Big Blue Bag project, which Monty launched in 2024, to encourage people of all ages and experience levels to collect essential data on marine health on British shores.

The Duster's 217mm of ground clearance and tougher exterior design supports its credentials as the ultimate 'go-anywhere' vehicle – ideal for daily family commitments and for anyone from the beginner adventurer through to experts like Monty. It's class-leading off-road abilities are enhanced with 4x4 transmission combined with Hill Descent Control, plus the latest technology to maximise safety and comfort.

Monty Halls commented: 'As with every expedition, never losing sight of the essentials is key to its success. Duster ticks all the boxes to conquer everything from the school run to rough terrain and any challenge we face. Whether that's day-to-day life, planning, or tackling the wild and remote Highland landscape, Duster will be by my side.'

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