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Jeep Unveils the 2024 Wrangler for European Adventurers

Jeep enthusiasts across Europe can now rejoice as the 2024 Jeep Wrangler breaks cover. The Jeep Wrangler promises a blend of off-road prowess, classic Jeep design, open-air freedom, advanced powertrain technology, top-notch on and off-road performance, and a host of cutting-edge safety and tech features. The 2024 Jeep Wrangler 4xe is claimed to offer unparalleled…

Overland Journal’s Scott Brady Named Toyota Legend

The Land Cruiser Heritage Museum in Salt Lake City, Utah, and the wider Toyota community have named Expedition Portal and Overland Journal Publisher and CEO Scott Brady their latest Toyota Legend. Brady needs very little in the way of introduction for most of us in the overlanding world. He would likely wave off this assessment…

Remote Chad by Drone—Video

North Africa and the greater Sahel region have been extremely difficult for overland travelers to access since, well, since forever. This arid swath of the world’s second-largest continent hosts climactic, geographic, and political challenges that have stymied explorers and traders for centuries, whether on foot, via camel train, or by 4×4. Videographers Rene Bauer and…

Two Dusty Travelers’ 2015 Jeep Wrangler :: Featured Vehicle Interior

Used for anything from short weekend trips to multi-week summer retreats from their Seattle-based home, Aaron Reddecliffe and Emily Scott’s 2015 Jeep Wrangler has been thoughtfully built to make the most of a small space. A teacher by trade, Aaron is a wizard at installing aftermarket accessories (including building a set of sliding drawers) and…

Introducing the EarthCruiser Extreme Land Cruiser 79 Series 330 XTR6X6

Before we delve into the details of this impressive vehicle, we have to ask ourselves why is a 6×6 vehicle desirable for overland travel. Well, the 6×6 platform is generally an awesome platform that offers incredible off-road capability, increased load capacity, and head-turning; look at me, street cred (if that is important to you). The…

Jeep Unveils the 2024 Gladiator: A Midsize Truck Redefined for Off-Road Dominance

At the 2023 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, the Jeep brand introduced the 2024 Gladiator. This latest iteration of the Gladiator is billed as a testament to Jeep’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of capability, technology, and refinement. Jeep expands the Gladiator family with two new models, the Mojave X and Rubicon X….

Ineos Grenadier Rack

Ineos Grenadier Rack and Storage from Front Runner

The Grenadier is starting to arrive in consumers’ hands in several markets worldwide, including Europe, the UK, Australia, New Zealand, and Southern Africa (among others). Along with that comes rapid innovation of aftermarket accessories to complement this much-anticipated overland platform. Front Runner was one of the first to bring products to market, including their Slimline…

New Vehicles Have Privacy and Data Security Holes You Can Drive a Truck Through

The Mozilla Foundation has been reviewing and ranking various technology products in terms of how they protect consumer privacy and data security for many years. This week, the Foundation released a comprehensive report delving into new cars and concluded that automobiles are “the official worst category of products for privacy that [they] have ever reviewed.”…

Expedition Centre Unveils Mulgo Pop Top for Ineos Grenadier

The automotive accessory and vehicle conversion experts at Australia’s Expedition Centre have announced the launch of a Mulgo Pop Top specifically designed for the Ineos Grenadier. Crafted from lightweight aluminum, the pop top seamlessly integrates with the Ineos Grenadier’s original design, maintaining its rugged and timeless appearance. The pop top features gas struts, and two…

Overland Embassy launches Flat Rack

Overland Embassy Launches Flat Rack as RORO Alternative

Though safety issues are sometimes exaggerated, any vehicle owner is justifiably concerned about handing over the keys to their unlocked vehicle and sending it away on a ship—especially when that vehicle is their full-time home along the Pan-American Highway. For those with larger vehicles who would love an alternative to Roll-on, Roll-off (RORO) shipping, it’s…

Optimized Overlanding Gullwing Camper Unveiled

The Optimized Overlanding Gullwing camper is tailored for those seeking a camping solution that combines internal sleeping and storage with the ability to tackle challenging terrains through lightweight construction. Inspired by the balmy Australian climate, the gullwing design merges indoor and outdoor living, catering primarily to dry and warm regions, while its manufacturers suggest its…

Olga, The 1997 Land Rover Defender 110 : Feature Vehicle

As Theodore Roosevelt once said, “Nothing in the world is worth having or worth doing unless it means effort, pain, difficulty.” Experience has taught us that making a dream come true, more often than not, involves vision, persistence, and sacrifice. And, in the case of overland travel, making a dream come true involves a fair…

Toyota Unveils Hilux Hydrogen Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle Prototype in the UK

In a significant step towards the goal of a carbon-free future, Toyota has introduced a prototype of the Hilux hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle. The debut of this innovative vehicle is indicative of Toyota’s comprehensive strategy to attain carbon-neutral mobility by employing diverse powertrain solutions tailored to varying user requirements and global operating conditions. These…

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