Log on to your favorite social media site, and you will no doubt scroll past endless displays of immaculately prepared and outfitted overland vehicles, from Toyotas on steroids sporting 37-inch tires and every outdoor gadget known to man to rebuilt Mercedes 4WD vans with wood-clad interiors, potted plants, granite tops, young bikini bodies, and a…
Toyota Previews Upcoming Tacoma Trailhunter for Adventurous Overlanders
Toyota has given a glimpse into their vision future of manufacturer-equipped, adventure-seeking vehicles with the Tacoma Trailhunter, designed to cater to the off-road and overlanding community. The company plans to build on its well-established reputation for rugged off-road capability by introducing the Trailhunter grade of outfitted trucks, first unveiled as a concept at the 2022…
Ineos Automotive Unveils Plans for a New Electric 4WD in 2026
In February 2023, we reported that Ineos Automotive was rumored to be working on releasing a smaller, electric version of the Grenadier based on a skateboard-style platform. This rumor has been confirmed by The Ineos announcement of a collaboration with leading automotive supplier Magna to develop and launch a new electric 4WD vehicle, slated for production in…
Overland News of the Week
America’s Outdoor Recreation Act of 2023 (AORA) Senators Joe Manchin (D – WV) and John Barrasso (R – WY) have reintroduced this bi-partisan bill in Congress. SEMA and the Sierra Club, among other organizations, support it. It is a wide-ranging bill and includes provisions for modernizing and updating campgrounds and other recreation sites across public…
Yakima Introduces RibCage, a Heavy-Duty Track System for Jeep Wrangler Hardtop Models
Jeep hardtop roof panels are designed from SMC (Sheet Molding Compound), essentially a compressed fiberglass base that will safely support a dynamic weight of up to 150 pounds (70kg). That is half the weight of the average rooftop tent. To safely increase the roof carrying capacity of your Jeep Wrangler hardtop Yakima has announced the…
Overlanding in the Underserved Communities :: Interview with Heike & Toshi from AWillandAWay
Overland travel is an exciting, rewarding, and enriching experience for anyone, but when you are limited to using a wheelchair, this experience comes with its own unique set of challenges. Heike, wheelchair-bound since age 15, has learned to overcome these obstacles and faced her fears while traveling the Pan-American highway, Europe, and Southern Africa. Heike…
First Drive :: 20th Anniversary Jeep Wrangler 4xe, 392, and AEV
We’ve known about the 2023 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 20th Anniversary edition for a while now. You’ve likely already read an article or two about it. But did you know that it almost never came to be? The Jeep engineers working on the Wrangler in the early 2000s were true enthusiasts, in-touch members of the off-road…
GMC’s Refined 3.0L Duramax Diesel Engine Pegged for the 2024 Sierra 1500 AT4X
GMC recently announced that it would allocate the second-generation 3.0-liter inline-six Duramax Turbo-Diesel engine as standard for the “extreme” off-road Sierra 1500 AT4X trim. The updated 3.0-liter Duramax engine comes standard with a 10-speed automatic transmission and delivers maximum power of 305 horsepower and maximum torque of 495 pound-feet. These figures represent a 10% increase…
New 2024 Jeep Wrangler Range to be the Most Capable Ever
The latest iteration of one of the world’s most iconic and off-road capable SUVs, the Jeep Wrangler, promises greater capability, advanced safety features, and new technology while staying true to the Wrangler formula. Jeep claims that the 2024 model delivers the freedom to “go anywhere and do anything” and is taking the Wrangler’s capabilities to…
Top Gear Declares the Jeep Avenger Electric Car of the Year
The Jeep Avenger has been named “Electric Car of the Year” and “Best Electric City Car” in the TopGear.com Electric Awards 2023, adding to the brand’s growing list of international accolades. The awards recognize the best electric vehicles in the industry, from hypercars to hatchbacks. Jeep’s first-ever battery-electric vehicle was recognized for its innovative design…
Mercedes Benz Updates GLS SUV Range
A Mercedes Benz GLS may not be our first choice for overland travel. Still, the entry model would be on the high roller’s list, given the brand’s reputation for reliability, build quality, comfort, and innovation. And, while you will be hard-pressed to spot a GLS out on the trail, the vehicle is equipped with all-wheel…
The Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness Enters the Chat
Those of us in the Subaruverse could see this one coming from a long way off. With the runaway sales success of the Outback Wilderness and Forester Wilderness models, it was only a matter of time before Subaru’s smallest adventure-mobile got the Wilderness treatment. The formula remains the same (why change it?)—beefier lifted suspension, gnarlier…
Feature Vehicle :: This 1990 Toyota Hilux is Business Up Front and a Party in the Back
Italian overlanders Valeria Pixner and Lukas Unterholzner were near Moab, Utah, traveling in a rental van when they decided a four-wheel-drive vehicle was essential for their next trip. Amid a 10-month tour of Patagonia, Australia, New Zealand, and the US, it was near Canyonlands that the couple spotted “cool overlanders” exploring canyons and driving along…
Field Tested :: Toyo Open Country AT/III
I have always believed that a person’s shoes are the building blocks of their personal gear. This is a perspective based on form and function. If your shoes look good and can perform, it matters less how your pants look or what logo lives on your shirt. The same goes for the shoes that my…
Destinations :: The Ceramic Gulf of Turkey
The Ceramic Gulf in Southwestern Turkey is a perfect year-round travel destination. In summer there is plenty of inviting water to go for a swim and cool off, while in winter the temperatures are pleasant enough to go for a hike. Locally known as the Gulf of Kerme or Gulf of Gökova, the bright blue…
Ineos Grenadiers US VP Answers Your Questions
Grenadier, the automotive start-up aiming to produce an off-road vehicle in the spirit of the original Land Rover Defender, recently held its second Q&A session. Executive Vice President of Ineos Automotive Americas, Greg Clark, fielded questions from the public, covering issues such as timing, driving events, and vehicle specifics. Mr. Clark also talked about the…
Jeep Unveils New Concepts for 57th Annual Easter Jeep Safari Trail Adventure
Jeep enthusiasts and off-road enthusiasts alike are in for a treat this year at the 2023 Easter Jeep Safari, as the Jeep brand and Jeep Performance Parts (JPP) by Mopar design teams have created seven unique concept vehicles that are equipped with advanced powertrains and cutting-edge technology. These vehicles are designed to take four-wheeling to…
Sinuhe Xavier to Present at GTFOverland This Saturday, April 1st
Award-winning director, photographer, and professional adventurer Sinuhe Xavier will be welcomed to GTFOverland on Saturday, April 1st, to celebrate his recent cover of Overland Journal and showcase his photo essay found within. The event will kick off at 11:00 AM and include a captivating slideshow presentation of his stunning photographs along with a Q&A session…
GMC and EarthCruiser Join Forces to Create an Innovative Overlanding Solution for Electric Vehicles
Detroit-based automotive manufacturer GMC, and Oregon-based overland vehicle manufacturer, EarthCruiser, have announced their collaboration to create an innovative overlanding upfit solution for electric vehicles (EVs). The companies plan to integrate EarthCruiser’s renowned overland vehicle and global field expertise with GMC’s world-class reputation for designing and building premium off-road EV trucks and SUVs to create a…
Land Rover Owner Magazine Grinds to a Halt
Land Rover enthusiasts around the world are mourning the loss of one of, if not the most beloved magazines, devoted entirely to the Land Rover brand. The magazine recently posted the following statement on its website: “We are very sorry to announce that our publisher has decided it is no longer viable to continue publishing LRO. We…