The Defender Trophy is getting closer, with two-person teams selected from around the world to compete in Africa this October, on a three-week adventure that hasn’t been paralleled since 2006’s G4 Challenge. Over 70 countries were…
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Custom Overland Trailer :: Featured Classified
The team at the Overland Collective has often advocated that the best overland vehicle is the one you already own. In other words, it makes sense to utilize your daily driver whenever possible since it enables…
2007 Ford E-350 XLT 4×4 Sportsmobile :: Featured Classified
I’ve been fortunate to own and travel in a wide variety of overland rigs over the years, and while no vehicle is perfect, a 4WD van is one of the best options for exploration. Living on…
EP322 | Ant Austin: From Japan to AI
Overland Journal Podcast host Scott Brady interviews Ant Austin of We Will Roam in Montana about balancing a tech career with long-term overland travel using remote work and contracting. They explore storytelling as the connection between tech,…
10 Things to Know About Overlanding Mongolia
Photography by Richard Giordano Summer is an exciting time in Mongolia. City dwellers flock to the countryside to enjoy the annual Naadam Festival, a celebration centered around wrestling, horse racing, and archery competitions. Nomads move to…
2007 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited w/ Cummins 4T Conversion :: Featured Classified
The Jeep Wrangler is a 4WD icon and a pinnacle overland platform. It’s one of a select few vehicles optimized for when the tarmac ends and is, for all intents and purposes, engineered for the rigors…
Inside Bronco Stampede 2026 in Pigeon Forge
Bronco Stampede 2026: Pigeon Forge Goes All-in on the Bronco You know pretty quickly when the Bronco Stampede arrives in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. Broncos fill hotel parking lots, stack up along the Parkway, and keep cruising…
Hyundai Confirms New Body-on-Frame Pickup
Hyundai recently announced its plan to go after the heart of the North American adventure truck market. At its 2026 CEO Investor Day, the company confirmed that a new body-on-frame mid-size pickup is part of its…
2027 KTM 690 Rally Brings Rally-Raid Design to a Long-distance Adventure Platform
KTM has introduced the 2027 KTM 690 Rally, a single-cylinder adventure motorcycle developed for long-distance travel and technical off-road riding. Drawing visual and functional inspiration from the company’s rally-raid competition machines, the 690 Rally combines substantial…
Field Tested: Pelican ATX and Aegis Carry-On Luggage
Airline travel without checking bags is a cheat code that is well worth striving for. Free yourself from the worry of theft, damage, and lost luggage (and the wasted time associated) with either of these two…
2023 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off Road w/ Alu-Cab Canopy Camper :: Featured Classified
This weekend I was revisiting Drew Simms epic Alaska Series on YouTube in his absolutely dialed third-gen Tacoma. Whenever I watch his content, I’m enamored by the quality of his filmmaking, and utterly convinced that for…
2025 Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro :: Featured Classified
The 4Runner of any iteration is widely considered a pinnacle overland platform, with the recent sixth gen building on the legendary reputation of its predecessor. Executive Publisher Scott Brady states, “Now, everything gets even better with…
Field Tested: The Campspotter App
Michiel Pruijssers thought he had planned the perfect camping trip. The weather forecast looked good, the campspot ideal. But when a powerful storm rolled in and ruined the experience, Michiel, a longtime outdoorsperson and SAR volunteer,…
Mitsubishi Launches Fifth-Generation Pajero
The fifth-generation Mitsubishi Pajero was just unveiled in Tokyo, marking the return of the highly respected nameplate that disappeared from the global market in 2021. After five years away, the Pajero is back as Mitsubishi’s flagship…
2018 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off Road w/ Vagabond Drifter Camper :: Featured Classified
The Toyota Tacoma is a pinnacle overland platform and the mid-size benchmark. It’s a vehicle that you can trust to get you out there and home again, and has become a figurehead of the North American…
2018 Mercedes Sprinter 4×4 Sportsmobile :: Featured Classified
Whenever I have issues with my overland vehicles, I’ve often pondered selling up and investing in a Sprinter 4×4. Living on the road full-time and traveling internationally, I’ve been fortunate to own, drive, and experience a…
Overland News of the Week, September 11, 2026
KC Hilites Platform One Roof Rack for Full-Size and HD Trucks KC Hilites has expanded its Platform One roof-rack system to fit full-size and heavy-duty pickup trucks. The low-profile platform uses proprietary aluminum extrusions and precision-formed…
36 Hours Exploring Montana’s Gravelly Range
This article is presented by Montana. If there’s one sound in the off-road world that guarantees fun times ahead, it’s the hiss of tires dropping air pressure. This comforting realization hit me as I admired the…
EP321 | Jack Mac: Wanderlust by Any Wheels Necessary
Overland Journal Podcast host Scott Brady talks with team member Jack Mac about minimalism and life on the road. Jack shares insights from over five years managing Expedition Portal’s classifieds and global travel by bicycle, backpacking,…
2008 Mercedes-Benz Atego 1017A 4×4 :: Featured Classified
I was recently listening to Global Traces on the Overland Journal Podcast discuss their long-term overlanding trip in a MAN HX60. It’s a fascinating conversation and provides insight into the many benefits of traveling with a…
2026 Jeep Recon Brings Trail Rated Capability to an All-Electric Platform
“Nobody wants this.” I read that comment from a respected voice on an Instagram post after a fellow journalist shared his time with the new Jeep Recon EV, which was revealed to select media in Healdsburg,…