Unicat, a respected name in the European expedition vehicle industry, has announced the introduction of its RAM-based B63X overland vehicle to the U.S. market in 2025. This move marks a significant milestone for the German company, as the B63X is built on the durable and powerful RAM 5500 chassis, integrating Unicat’s expertise in creating high-performance…
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Overland News of the Week, July 5th, 2024
Snow Peak Long Beach Campfield In this week’s Overland News of the Week, we’re excited to share the news that Snow Peak recently established the Long Beach Campfield between Seattle and Portland, along Washington State’s Long Beach Peninsula. This 25-acre luxury campground redefines outdoor leisure while offering a unique camping experience. The campfield offers three…
Eco-Hack! | Video of the Week
Armed with lasers, terrestrial rovers, drones, and 3D-printed fake tortoises, conservation biologist Tim Shields looks like he belongs on a science fiction film set in the Mojave Desert. Really, though, his target is specific and aligns more with Alfred Hitchcock’s The Birds. Shields is on a mission to save desert tortoises from going extinct by…
Top Gear :: Overland Expo Pacific North West 2024
While exploring the booths at this year’s Overland Expo West PNW, I realized that the products worth highlighting should not only be ones I would personally use (and those backed by powerful PR firms) but, more importantly, those created by entrepreneurs. As someone who has been an entrepreneur, self-employed, and a freelancer for most of…
Arksen Has Unveiled The Arksen P110 “Project Ituri”
The Arksen P110 “Project Ituri,” is a meticulously restored and upgraded Land Rover Perentie designed for modern-day adventures. The Australian Perentie Land Rover, produced by JRA Limited under license in the mid-1980s to early 1990s, was developed to meet the stringent needs of the Australian Defence Force (ADF). Based on the Land Rover 110 platform,…
BMW Marks 25 Years of the X5 with Special Off-Road Edition
Ah, BMW, the “ultimate driving machine,” but not necessarily a brand that leaps first to mind for rough-road prowess or as an overland platform. In fact, the BMWs we tend to cover on Expedition Portal have two wheels, not four. However, the Bavarian brand was among the first to stake a claim in the burgeoning…
North American Electric Vehicles (NAEV) Launches the 2025 Executive Edition Cyber-Hummer EV
North American Electric Vehicles (NAEV) has introduced the 2025 Executive Edition Cyber-Hummer EV, a modernized and electrified version of the classic H1 Hummer. This launch marks a significant step in the electro-modding trend, where companies retrofit classic vehicles with electric powertrains, blending nostalgia with sustainability and modern performance. NAEV joins the ranks of other firms…
Alpha, Bravo, Charlie: The ABCs of Overland Convoy Etiquette
Photography by Richard Giordano, Eglė Gerulaitytė, and Lila Shaw There’s a kid driving a Corolla at 120 kph, waving a note at me with the words “I love you” scrawled across the paper. Normally, I would be flattered at this declaration of affection, but the teen’s foot is jammed to the floor, sending his beat-up…
Rossmönster Launches the Baja Plus – “The Pinnacle of Off-Road Luxury”
Rossmönster recently launched the Rossmönster Baja Plus, a vehicle we had the pleasure of seeing in the flesh at the recent Overland Expo West event. As the largest and most luxurious model in the Rossmönster Baja Truck Camper Series, the Baja Plus is claimed to redefine standards for off-grid and off-road exploration. This launch is…
Crossing Continents :: Traversing the Cederberg Range to Cape Agulhas
The impediment to action advances action. What stands in the way becomes the way. – Marcus Aurelius With a crack of lightning, the lodestone is magnetized, becoming one of the most unusual and useful stones on earth, melding magnetic…
Rivian R1S and R1T Models Offer More Power and Features
In June 2024, Rivian introduced the second-generation versions of its flagship models, the R1T pickup truck and the R1S SUV. These updated models bring significant advancements in performance, technology, and design. The new R1 platform offers increased power and range, featuring Tri-Motor and Quad-Motor configurations. The Quad-Motor R1T, with 1,025 horsepower, can accelerate from 0-60…
The Noovo Plus Van is the Digital Nomad’s Dream Vehicle
Remote working has dovetailed neatly into Vanlife and has become a way of life for many professionals who seek to enjoy the freedom of travel with the obligation to earn a healthy income. The Noovo Plus is a stylish and smart solution that blends European style with practical living solutions that stand out in a…
The Next Adventure Trailer Is an Offroad Capable Toy Hauler
Images by Lamca Media The Next Adventure Trailer stands out in the realm of off-road capable toy haulers, designed to cater to the needs of adventurers seeking a reliable and versatile companion. Engineered to be lightweight and durable, it can be towed by a wide range of vehicles, making it accessible to a broad user…
Mitsubishi May Bring New Delica to the US by 2030
The third-generation Mitsubishi Delica is one of the darlings of the JDM import scene. In both diesel and petrol versions, the funky little van from the Land of the Rising Sun offers an arsenal of options that have huge appeal for overlanders around the globe. True 4WD with a low-range transfer case, high ground clearance,…
NEMO Dagger Osmo Lightweight 3P Tent :: Field Tested
After an undulating 14-kilometer hike with 35 pounds on my back, I opened the NEMO Dagger Osmo three-person tent for the very first time under the looming shadow of Mount Assiniboine—motivated by a relentless cloud of thirsty mosquitoes. Perhaps this wasn’t the smartest plan in the world, but it made for a perfect opportunity to…
Mopar Reveals Limited-production Mopar ’24 Jeep Gladiator
Mopar has recently revealed its latest addition to the line of customized, limited-production vehicles with the introduction of the Mopar ’24 Jeep Gladiator. This special edition model, which is part of Mopar’s annual factory-vehicle customization program, is based on the Jeep Gladiator Rubicon. Only 250 units of this vehicle will be produced exclusively for the…
Crossing Continents Episode Four – Tanzania :: Video
For Crossing Continents episode four, Scott Brady continues his journey up the East of Africa, reconnecting with the Grenadier in Tanzania’s largest city, Dar es Salaam. In part one of his Tanzanian adventures, Scott is joined by his girlfriend, Tavia, who embarks on her first international journey, learning to drive a right-hand-drive vehicle and navigate…
Tactical Application Vehicles x Enduro Campers Toyota Land Cruiser
Of all the vehicles on show at Overland Expo West, one stood head and shoulders above the rest, despite being relatively diminutive compared to some of the brutes on display. This vehicle is almost certainly the most capable and practical overland vehicle we found at the event after hours of searching for that one gem,…
Overland News of the Week, June 7th, 2024
New RUX Clear We’ve all been arm-deep in a bag or container, exclaiming, “Where the heck is it? I know it’s in here somewhere!” Well, fear not, as in this week’s overland news RUX is now offering the RUX 70-liter, Waterproof Bag, and RUX Pocket in a transparent material. The company promises that by using…
Truck Toppers for Overlanding :: Buyers Guide
Our recent, meticulously cataloged soft and hard shell rooftop tent buyers guides were a massive hit as we compiled a list of the premier rooftop tents available on the market today while highlighting those we felt deserved special mention. We would be remiss if we did not now turn our attention to camper toppers, but…