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I’ve lived and traveled in various vehicles over the last decade, and maintain that for long-term trips/life on the road, it’s hard to beat a van. There’s no shortage of options on the market, but the…
In the 30 years I’ve been buying camping gear, from the expensive wool socks I took on my first backpacking trip in Big Bend National Park, I’ve never come across a brand that so marries style…
If you’re planning a truck/camper build, then there’s a compelling argument for focusing your investment on the habitat. After all, if you’re committing to a long-term trip or life on the road, this will be your…
The E-Series may not be the first vehicle that comes to mind when we discuss American automotive icons, but that’s not to say it shouldn’t be considered among the greats. Automotive expert Chris Cordes states: “The…
For years, fans have asked Jeep to build a shorter wheelbase version of the Gladiator. Now it appears the company is finally preparing to make it happen. Buried within Stellantis’ recent FaSTLAne 2030 presentation was a…
Overland Journal Podcast host Scott Brady interviews Jim Oostdyk, founder and president of OK4WD, discussing his nearly 47 years in the four-wheel-drive industry. Jim shares the origins of OK4WD, which began in 1979 after he rebuilt…
The Ford Bronco Filson Has Made its Debut Ford and outdoor outfitter Filson have teamed up to introduce the Ford Bronco Filson. This collaboration is rooted in the American legacy of outfitting pioneers, the US Forest…
Have you ever wondered why the Mitsubishi Pajero was sold as the Montero in the United States and much of Latin America? The answer lies in one of the automotive industry’s most famous naming mishaps. While…
China’s modern automotive industry faces a challenge that has little to do with engineering and everything to do with perception. For decades, Chinese-made products were often associated with low-cost manufacturing, mass production, and inconsistent quality. During…
Australia is a continent of contradictions, with crocodile-filled billabongs, ancient rainforests, and snow-dusted mountains. And it is vast, covering over 7.69 million square kilometers that include approximately 11,000 beaches. It features a desert (Great Victoria) nearly…
Overland trailers are a great way to elevate the versatility of an existing adventure rig and provide additional storage, amenities, and accommodation for bigger trips. They’re also ideal for one-car households, since they can be hitched…
On May 21st Stellantis unveiled a new five-year strategic plan to accelerate growth and profit. Dubbed FaSTLAne 2030, the ambitious plan is slated to cost some €60 Billion ($70 Billion). It outlines where the company believes…
Coen Wubbels lived a life defined by curiosity, creativity, and an unwavering belief that the world was meant to be explored—not rushed through. Best known as Landcruising Adventure, Coen and his partner, Karin-Marijke Vis, left the…
Overland Journal Podcast host Ashley Giordano welcomes adventurer, storyteller, author, and National Geographic Host and Director Eva zu Beck to discuss Eva’s recent overland trip to Morocco and Mauritania in her Land Rover Defender 110. In…
The long-awaited fully electric Jeep Recon has not even reached dealer showrooms yet, and already the brand is changing course. Originally unveiled in 2022 as a fully electric off-roader meant to bridge the gap between the…
Toyota has expanded the recall campaign for the 3.4-liter twin-turbo V6 found in the latest-generation Tundra. What began as a large recall in 2024 has now grown into one of the most extensive engine recalls in…
The Overland Journal Podcast host Scott Brady and Clay Croft discuss XOverland’s 40,000-kilometer Africa crossing, recorded with just 300 kilometers remaining to Cape Agulhas. They navigate West Africa’s uncertainties—coups, elections, and border hurdles—while managing sickness and…
There’s no such thing as the perfect overland vehicle, but some rigs come close. Those considered pinnacle travel platforms do not ordinarily excel in any single area, but rather perform respectably across the board. To this…
AMERICAN WEST Backcountry Offroad Expo When: June 13–14, 2026 | Where: Castle Rock, Colorado “A weekend built for the people who live outside, however they do it” is the motto of the Backcountry Offroad Expo. Attendees…
There is no place in the USA like Daytona, Florida, during Jeep Beach. With a total attendance of 250,000 people and 40,000 Jeeps over 10 days, no other event in the Jeep community has such a…
Sarah Hall had never driven off-road before, and now she was sitting in the driver’s seat of a brand-new Defender 130, facing an icy hill climb in the mountains of Vermont. The Defender, wrapped in the…
