RealTruck’s Matchbox Jeep JL Tackles the Wild With Bear Grylls

Updated on May 19, 2026

Brendan Soriano
Written by Brendan Soriano
Frank Bisciotti
Edited by Frank Bisciotti

From SEMA to the Great Outdoors

RealTruck’s builds aren’t just for show. Catch our Matchbox Jeep JL—a collaboration between RealTruck and Mattel for the 2025 SEMA convention—trekking through harsh terrain on the latest episode of Bear Grylls is Running Wild, premiering Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at 9PM (ET/PT) on FOX (May 20 on Hulu). 

A Continued Partnership With Bear Grylls

As a continuation of the popular Running Wild franchise, each episode follows survival expert, ex-Man vs. Wild host, and former SAS trooper Edward Michael “Bear” Grylls, alongside a high-level celebrity partner as the two brave 48 hours in the remote, unforgiving wilderness. ​​RealTruck is proud to jump into our newest endeavor with the renowned survivalist as part of our ongoing partnership.

Explore More RealTruck SEMA Builds

For a look at some of our past projects, check out the full build pages of our 2024 SEMA collaborations—a rugged 2024 Toyota Tacoma and an adventure-focused 14th-gen F-150.