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Jeep Beach Episode 3: Hankook Dynapro Project Vehicles

Every great adventure begins with a properly prepared vehicle, including navigation, communication, and emergency equipment. Beyond that, the 4WD can be customized to the needs of the individual and their intended overland journey. Any great overlanding platform starts with quality tires in an appropriate tread pattern for the terrain. Next comes a suspension configured to…

Overland News of the Week

Rossmönster Debuts All-New Havn Adventure Vehicle In this week’s overland news, the Havn is designed for those who love dirt roads and remote trailheads but don’t need the extreme off-road focus of a Rossmönster Baja Series truck or the compact limitations of a Sprinter van. Built on a Mercedes-Benz 3500 chassis and engineered for four-season,…

Made in the West: American Innovation in Overlanding

What does overland innovation look like when it’s born in a Montana machine shop instead of an international trade show? In this Overland Journal Podcast episode, hosts Matt Scott and Sinuhe Xavier sit down with Matt Linder, CEO of Truckhouse, and Graeme MacPherson of Go Fast Campers—two leaders shaping the future of American-made expedition vehicles….

Graham Jackson: At the Beginning of American Overlanding

Before overlanding was a hashtag, it was a mindset—and Graham Jackson was one of the people who helped define it in the US. In this Overland Journal Podcast episode, Scott Brady and Matt Scott sit down with Graham to trace the origins of overlanding in North America, from the founding days of Overland Journal to…

New Video Series from Bound for Nowhere

Storytelling has always been at the heart of Expedition Portal and Overland Journal—from remote trails and border crossings to the big questions we ask ourselves along the way. As we head into 2025, we’re more fired up than ever to share more on-the-road stories from overlanders around the globe, and elevate the quality of video…

More than Mapping: onX Offroad Grants, Features, and Initiatives You May Not Know About

In this installment of the Expedition Portal series on brands that inspire us, Senior Editor Ashley Giordano profiles the off-road GPS and mapping app onX Offroad. In 2009, outdoorsman Eric Siegfried lost his way while hunting at night. Navigating through rough terrain in the dark, Siegfried wished for the ability to see public and private…

2026 Nissan Armada Expands Lineup with High-Performance NISMO Model

The 2026 Nissan Armada ushers in a new chapter for the brand’s full-size SUV lineup by introducing the first-ever Armada NISMO. Positioned as the most powerful and performance-focused version of the vehicle to date, the NISMO model brings together decades of Nissan’s motorsport engineering with the long-standing capability that has made the Armada—and especially its…

2026 Ford Explorer Tremor Expands Off-Road Capability in a Three-Row Package

Ford has officially unveiled the 2026 Explorer Tremor, marking the first time the long-running nameplate receives the Tremor treatment. The new three-row midsize SUV aims to meet the needs of families who spend their weeks navigating city traffic and their weekends venturing into more rugged terrain. Following the success of Tremor-badged trucks and SUVs in…

Eura Mobil Launches the Rugged Xtura Camper

The award-winning German motorhome manufacturer Eura Mobil has unveiled the Xtura, a new Class C motorhome built on the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 4×4 platform engineered for off-grid exploration in all seasons. This latest offering reflects Eura Mobil’s longstanding reputation for durable construction, cold-weather performance, and thoughtful design. It has introduced several upgrades aimed specifically at overlanders…

Hunter RMV Unveils the Isuzu Predator XLE 4×4

Hunter RMV, the Nevada-based builder known for its rugged, custom off-road expedition vehicles, has introduced a new model designed to combine long-range off-grid capability with luxury living and extensive gear-hauling capacity. The new Isuzu Predator XLE 4×4 is the latest addition to Hunter’s lineup, built to handle remote travel while offering all the comforts of…

The Torsus Praetorian Off-road Bus Is Ready to Take on the World

Czech-based manufacturer Torsus recently unveiled the Shell variant of its Praetorian off-road bus, showcasing its latest evolution in both design and performance. Built on a robust MAN TGM 4×4 truck chassis, the Praetorian Shell is the empty-bodied version intended for customized conversions in applications ranging from mobile clinics and command centers to RVs and overland…

Drive It Like You Mean It: Lessons from the Commercial and Recreational 4WD Worlds

In this episode of the Overland Journal Podcast, hosts Scott Brady and Matt Scott welcome Chris Walker, professional trainer, explorer, and head of Tirion Safety. Chris has trained everyone from oil crews in Alberta to expedition drivers across Europe and Canada. The conversation delves into the real-world differences between commercial and recreational 4WD training—and what…

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Rock N Road 4×4 Expedition Bonnet Bag :: Field Tested

When it comes to maximizing storage on a 4WD vehicle, we tend to think we’ve explored every option. But there’s one often-overlooked space that deserves attention—the bonnet. And this is where Brad from Rock N Road 4×4 comes in. Specializing in custom gear solutions for Special Forces, tactical units, rescue teams, and Dakar race vehicles, Brad’s products…

Drop Campers Expanded Compact Adventure-Trailer Range With New Drop X4

This small family camper trailer is innovative and has us thinking about how we could use design elements to improve our own camper, which has a similar shape and interior space. You know you have created something great when others in the know are tempted to borrow your ideas, and this camper trailer will not…

Women’s-Only Off-Road Class Is a Go for XOverland’s Big Thing Event

On Sunday, July 13, 2025, as the featured “Big Thing” overland weekend concludes, the XOverland Ranch is offering a women-only technical training course—a dedicated space designed to build driving confidence, refine recovery techniques, and foster genuine connection among women who share a passion for adventure. Hosted at the picturesque XOverland Ranch near Three Forks, Montana,…

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