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Tune Outdoors Introduces Custom Interior Systems Tune Outdoor has announced Tune Interior Systems, a new lineup of lightweight, modular, and customizable interior configurations. Constructed with advanced materials that balance strength, weight, and longevity. The systems are…
Overland Journal Podcast host Ashley Giordano welcomes Rashad Frazier, co-founder of Camp Yoshi, camp chef, and author of Cook Out: Recipes and Tips for the Great Outdoors. In this episode, Rashad shares camp cooking hacks for…
The North West Overland Rally (NWOR) is special. I knew that to be true the first time I attended back in 2015. Before then, and for the following 10 years, the event was run by Ray…
EV manufacturer Polestar has been banned from future sales in the United States. Beginning with the 2027 model year, the Swedish electric vehicle manufacturer will no longer be allowed to sell new vehicles in the American…
The best thing you can say about a starter battery is that you never have to say anything about it at all; it should simply work every time you turn the key. An even better one…
Toyota trucks continue to set the benchmark for build quality and reliability, and have long been the preferred choice for overlanders around the world. Whether you’re cramming weekend adventures, planning the trip of a lifetime, or…
The global automotive industry is facing mounting pressure from several directions simultaneously. Manufacturers must contend with intense competition from both established brands and a growing number of Chinese automakers, many of which are entering international markets…
The unassuming Honda Element has always occupied a unique place in the overland world. When it first arrived for the 2003 model year, its boxy styling, washable interior, clamshell side doors, and practical layout divided opinions….
Established in 1998, EarthRoamer has forged a reputation for excellence and remains the North American benchmark for luxury expedition trucks. The first prototype was built on a 1998 Dodge chassis, and unlike traditional RVs, it was…
Working for the Overland Collective and living on the road, I’m fortunate to cross paths with hundreds of overlanders. The conversation often turns to the “perfect overland rig,” and while that’s entirely subjective, we usually agree…
Overland Journal Podcast host Scott Brady talks with Jason Speck of Mountain State Overland at historic Camp Cheat about his origins in scouting and gear preparedness. They compare overlanding in the East versus the West, highlighting…
Photo by Regine Trias Ford Racing is expanding its support for this year’s privateer Rebelle Rally teams through the newly branded Ford Raptor Route program. Open to teams competing in Ford vehicles in the 4×4 Class…
After 125 years of building beautiful, simple, and functional bikes, legendary motorcycle manufacturer Royal Enfield has officially entered the electric era. After years of anticipation, the company recently began customer deliveries of its first battery-powered motorcycle,…
Each year, the Overland Expo Foundation partners with a manufacturer to build one of their Ultimate Overland projects. Last year was an amazing GMC 2500 AEV with an OEV camper, and this year they focused on…
Both engine and lungs struggle for air as we wind our way past overloaded trucks and vertical drop-offs at 5,300 meters. Fingers and face tingle in spurts, and every bathroom break feels like running up the…
The automotive industry has spent much of the last decade moving steadily upmarket. New vehicles have become larger, more complex, and significantly more expensive, leaving many buyers priced out of the new-truck market. Against that backdrop,…
The United States Forest Service has launched a brand new mobile app that the agency says provides the most complete and accurate collection of Forest Service recreation sites that has ever been made available to the…
This is a unique opportunity to purchase a turnkey ready expedition build for a fraction of the price. At $139,950 this full size package represents incredible value since it cost more than $220,000 to build and…
The Ford Econoline is a commercial icon and one of a select few vans that can be transformed into a legitimate 4WD expedition vehicle. I’ve owned/driven an array of AWD/4WD vans, but very few can compete…
My good friend Kade is the proud owner of a 1984 Ford pickup, and it is the coolest thing I have ever driven, apart from my Defender that is. The Ford is a bit rough around…
Expedition trucks often come with a hefty price tag, but over the long term, they can be an impressive value proposition. Let me explain. Crucially, an expedition truck is as much a legitimate/full-time home as it…
