Overland Journal Podcast host Scott Brady interviews Outdoorsy co-founder, Jennifer Young, about how her burnout from advertising led her to launch the peer-to-peer vehicle rental marketplace (an “Airbnb of overlanding”) in 2014, growing to 200+ employees. Outdoorsy has expanded into the Outdoorsy Destination Network (campgrounds) and the Roamly insurance business. The platform highlights overlanding’s growth…
Category Archives: 4WD
Hyundai Releases Body-On-Frame Boulder Concept
Hyundai has never been a brand you’d associate with solid axles, mud-terrain tires, and the kind of trail abuse that defines the modern overland scene. But with the debut of the Hyundai Boulder Concept, it appears that story is about to change dramatically. Unveiled at the 2026 New York Auto Show, the Boulder isn’t just…
Invader Viator: South African Brand Expands Its Premium Off-Road Camper Line
We recently published a Pop-top and Expandable Living Buyers’ Guide, which provided a useful opportunity to review the market and assess the range of available camper trailers, along with their features, strengths, and compromises. That exercise reinforced my view that a pop-top remains one of the most effective solutions for long-distance overland travel, offering a…
Chinese EV Maker BYD Plans Up to 20 Dealerships Across Canada
Selecting a vehicle platform to explore the globe is not a simple task. There are many factors that need to be considered, and wants and needs must be evaluated and ranked in terms of importance, cost and priority. While we all want a reliable and capable vehicle to take us there and back again, I…
Overland Conservation: Tundra
Photography by Coen Wubbels We are called by the wild, the spaces where we can turn 360 degrees without seeing another human, paved road, electric wire, or crop field. At times, though, we misunderstand history while we crave for calm. We begrudge other humans intruding onto land that used to be “undiscovered.” But this is…
The Milestones Expedition: A Three-continent Adventure
Photography by Richard Giordano and Scott Brady The XOverland team has always dreamed big. Their ambitious expeditions and world-class cinematography have resulted in 75 inspiring episodes spanning six continents, telling stories that have changed the lives of countless overlanders. Along the way, they have also changed the lives of their expedition team members by doing…
Consumer Reports Lists Toyota Most Reliable. Again.
When it comes to overland travel, be it across a state, country, a continent or around the entire globe, vehicle reliability isn’t just a talking point, it’s the foundation of every remote mile traveled. According to the latest data from Consumer Reports released in December 2025, the brands most trusted to get you home again…
Jeep Celebrates 60th Easter Jeep Safari With New Concepts, Community Initiatives, and Expanded Consumer Experiences
The Jeep brand is preparing for a prominent presence at the 60th annual Easter Jeep Safari in Moab, Utah, scheduled to run from March 28 through April 5, 2026. Marking both a milestone anniversary for the event and the brand’s 85th year, Jeep plans to showcase a range of concept vehicles, consumer engagement programs, and…
Speak Fluent Machine: Preventing and Dealing With a Breakdown
Our friends Chris and Erin Ratay have been traveling for decades. They hold a Guinness World Record for the longest motorcycle journey as a team and, a few years ago, bought a Defender in South Africa and drove it to Europe. Chris has a no-nonsense approach to dealing with vehicle maintenance and breakdowns, and he…
Overland Events and Rallies You Don’t Want to Miss This Spring (2026)
AMERICAN WEST Desert Adventure Rally When: April 7-12, 2026 | Where: Bisbee, Arizona Combining scenic backcountry riding, evening entertainment, and catered meals with Southern Arizona’s striking landscapes and scenery, the Desert Adventure Rally is a week of ADV fun. Curated GPS tracks will be given for self-guided day rides fueled by Morning Bivouac coffee, while…
Lessons Learned from Global Expeditions with Clay Croft
In this episode of the Overland Journal Podcast, host Scott Brady and his travel partner Clay Croft record from the field in the Central Republic of Congo. They discuss some of their most memorable adventures, including travels through South America and Alaska, and the unique lessons learned from their worldwide expeditions. Clay shares insights on vehicle…
Photography 101: Turn Your Landscapes Into Dreamscapes
My headlamp cut the pre-dawn gloom, illuminating the lowland marsh as I hopscotched from grass tuft to grass tuft, avoiding an ankle-soaking plunge along the shoulder of the Río Serrano. It was 4:00 a.m., and the March autumn sun still slumbered behind the Andes. I found the opening to the riverbank I’d scouted the night…
Acela Dispatcher 4×4: Compact Utility Platform with Overland Potential
For several years, attention has focused on the IMV 0, Toyota’s long-anticipated entry-level work truck, widely regarded as a platform with strong overland potential. Despite early enthusiasm, the model has so far been limited largely to markets in Southeast Asia, leaving many observers uncertain whether it will ever reach North America. In the meantime, a…
Overland News of the Week, March 13th, 2026
Jetboil’s New TrailCook Systems Help Deliver the Perfect Flame The TrailCook 1.2- and 2-liter stove systems are engineered with a new, integrated self-centering pot support and advanced regulator valves, delivering precise simmer control, fast ignition, and incremental heat adjustment crucial for elevated camp cooking. The TrailCook systems feature Jetboil’s re-engineered ignition, which is now integrated…
Rivian Launches RAD, an Adventure Department to Push the Limits of Electric Off-Road Performance
Electric vehicle manufacturer Rivian has formally introduced the Rivian Adventure Department (RAD, such a cool acronym), a new internal division focused on testing the limits of the company’s vehicles through extreme exploration, performance development, and real-world adventure use. The initiative brings together engineers, designers, and experienced drivers, with the goal of translating demanding field experience…
The Golden Age of Overland SUVs Has Arrived
As vehicle-based travelers, we have entered a renaissance for overland vehicles, with capability, capacity (towing in particular), and comfort reaching new heights. The best overland vehicles are constantly morphing with consumer interests and regulatory pressures, but there has never been a better time to choose your next adventure machine. With the growing popularity of overlanding,…
Australia’s Tekton Lightweight CX-Series Composite Camper Canopy Revolutionizes the Overland Pickup Platform
Tekton Expedition Vehicles, based east of Melbourne, has introduced the CX-Series, a composite camper canopy designed to transform pickup trucks and utility vehicles into compact expedition platforms. Developed as part of the company’s expanding lineup of off-road travel equipment, the CX-Series aims to address common challenges associated with traditional touring canopies, including weight, thermal inefficiency,…
Mohab to Sponsor Overland Expo SoCal 2026 Ahead of Spring Launch
A relatively new overland adventure gear and mobile habitat company, Mohab (formerly imCamper), has announced it will sponsor Overland Expo SoCal 2026, scheduled to take place on March 14-15, 2026, at the OC Fair & Event Center in Costa Mesa, California. The sponsorship comes ahead of the company’s planned North American launch later in the…
Ram Confirms Return of Midsized Pickup with the Nameplate You Expect
After more than a decade away from the midsize pickup segment, Ram CEO Tim Kuniskis has officially confirmed its return with the revival of a familiar name: the Ram Dakota. Slated to debut in 2027 and reach dealerships shortly afterward as a 2028 model, the Dakota will mark Ram’s first entry into the highly competitive…
Custom 1989 Toyota Corolla GT-S “AWDROLA” Set to Compete in 2026 Mint 400 Gambler/Hooptie-X Class
A project that began as a digital concept shared on Instagram has developed into a sanctioned desert race entry. Randy Wimenta and co-driver Will Wimenta are preparing to compete in the 2026 Mint 400 in the Gambler/Hooptie-X Modified class, campaigning a custom-built 1989 Toyota Corolla GT-S known as AWDROLA that we featured on Expedition Portal…