On May 21st Stellantis unveiled a new five-year strategic plan to accelerate growth and profit. Dubbed FaSTLAne 2030, the ambitious plan is slated to cost some €60 Billion ($70 Billion). It outlines where the company believes the global automotive industry is heading over the next several years, and more importantly, how brands like Jeep, Ram,…
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Jeep Recon Won’t Be EV-Only After All
The long-awaited fully electric Jeep Recon has not even reached dealer showrooms yet, and already the brand is changing course. Originally unveiled in 2022 as a fully electric off-roader meant to bridge the gap between the Wrangler and Jeep’s electric future, Stellantis’ long-term roadmap confirms Recon will now also receive an internal combustion version for…
Toyota Expands Engine Recall
Toyota has expanded the recall campaign for the 3.4-liter twin turbo V6 found in the latest generation Tundra. What began as a large recall in 2024 has now grown into one of the most extensive engine recalls in recent Toyota history, with nearly 270,000 vehicles now affected. The latest expansion adds another 44,000 model year-2024…
2026 Summer Overland Events and Rallies You Don’t Want to Miss
AMERICAN WEST Backcountry Offroad Expo When: June 13–14, 2026 | Where: Castle Rock, Colorado “A weekend built for the people who live outside, however they do it” is the motto of the Backcountry Offroad Expo. Attendees will find a variety of adventure vehicles, educational talks, and outdoor gear from over 100 exhibitors, along with community…
Jeep Beach 2026 | Inside America’s Largest Jeep Gathering
There is no place in the USA like Daytona, Florida, during Jeep Beach. With a total attendance of 250,000 people and 40,000 Jeeps over 10 days, no other event in the Jeep community has such a significant impact on a locality. Daytona welcomes and embraces participants, as made clear during the Sunday Parade on Daytona…
Defender Service Awards Winners Hold Training Weekend
Sarah Hall had never driven off-road before, and now she was sitting in the driver’s seat of a brand-new Defender 130, facing an icy hill climb in the mountains of Vermont. The Defender, wrapped in the livery of Jacksonville-area non-profit Feeding Northeast Florida, was a hard-won prize: the result of the organization’s winning entry in…
American and Canadian Defender Trophy Finalists Announced
Last month, Land Rover sent 120 American and Canadian adventure enthusiasts to British Columbia to compete for spots in the Defender Trophy, the modern answer to the revered Camel Trophy. These competitors took part in trials of physical strength, off-roading acumen, and teamwork to decide who would get a chance at the final event, to…
Jeep Recon EV Production Delayed to Mid-2026
Images courtesy of Jeep Originally slated to arrive in late 2024, the production of Jeep’s ambitious fully EV 4×4 has been pushed back yet again, this time until ‘mid-2026,’ as Stellantis reassesses production timing and market conditions. With other OEMs scrapping their EV platforms, this delay is a major moment for one of the most…
GP Factor Drops the Best Heavy-Duty Grenadier Sliders Yet
The INEOS Grenadier continues to attract serious aftermarket support, and for good reason. Having driven an early-production Grenadier Fieldmaster more than 25,000 kilometers across Africa, from Cape Town to Djibouti, it ran the length of East Africa without a single vehicle failure. That kind of reliability earns trust, and it makes thoughtful, well-engineered accessories all…
Bronco Outsells Wrangler for the First Time
Photo credits: Ford, Jeep For decades, the Jeep Wrangler stood alone at the top of the North American off-road market. The platform was the default choice for anyone who wanted solid axles, removable doors, endless aftermarket support, and genuine trail credibility straight from the factory. From Moab to the Rubicon Trail, the Wrangler built an…
Ford’s $30k EV Pickup :: Closer to Reality?
After a recent tour of Chinese EV production facilities, Ford CEO Jim Farley has not been shy about sharing his thoughts on their impact on the global automotive industry. Farley bluntly said Ford can not compete due to the Chinese vehicles’ superior cost advantage, technology, and government subsidies. Farley went on to warn that letting…
The Extended Range EV Influx Is Coming
Extended range electric vehicles, commonly referred to as EREVs, are quickly emerging as one of the most compelling solutions for buyers who split their time between daily driving and long distance exploration. For the overland community, where remote travel and unpredictable infrastructure are part of the experience, the concept is especially relevant. What is an…
John Balsdon on World Records and Crossing Africa
Overland Journal Podcast host Scott Brady interviews John Balsdon of Always Look Twice, a recent world record holder, about his 28-day drive from Nordkapp, Norway, to Cape Agulhas, South Africa. Balsdon, who largely hugged West Africa’s coast in two INEOS Grenadiers (one towing a Bruder trailer), shares how early travels and his mother, a professional…
Nissan Revives Terrano Nameplate with Electrified Off-Road Concept at Auto China 2026
Nissan has used the 2026 Auto China show in Beijing to reintroduce one of its historic SUV nameplates, unveiling the new Terrano PHEV Concept as part of a broader push into electrified vehicles. The reappearance of the Terrano badge signals a shift in strategy for the Japanese automaker, blending heritage off-road design with modern hybrid…
New Xterra :: Nissan Says “Badass Is Back”
The return of the Nissan Xterra has quickly shifted from rumor to reality, and if recent executive comments are any indication, this is more than a simple reboot. Nissan are making it extremely clear this is a deliberate move back into the heart of the off road SUV segment, aimed squarely at enthusiasts who value…
Overland News of the Week, April 24th, 2026
ARB Launches Modular Bed Rack for Ford F-150 Trucks While the ARB bed rack has been available for 3rd-Gen Tundra and Tacoma owners for some time now, the brand has introduced a new model for 2021 to 2024 Ford F-150 truck owners. The bed-mounted system offers storage options on top, underneath, outside, and inside the…
GMC Rumored to Bring Back the Jimmy
There can be no denying the newest generation of the Ford Bronco has been a huge success, and has taken the spotlight away from the Jeep Wrangler, a truck that once stood virtually unchallenged as the serious off-road SUV of choice. This success has not gone un-noticed, with more and more manufacturers looking to add…
VW Considers Pickup for US Market
The idea of a Volkswagen pickup for North America has long lived in the realm of concepts and speculation, and finally it is now closer to reality than ever. Speaking at the 2026 New York Auto Show, Volkswagen Group of America CEO Kjell Gruner made it clear that the brand is actively evaluating the opportunity….
Kia Will Sell a Body-On-Frame Truck in the US by 2030
Kia has officially thrown its hat into one of North America’s most fiercely contested segments, confirming that it will launch a body-on-frame hybrid pickup truck in the United States before the end of the decade. To be perfectly clear, this announcement wasn’t a leak, a rumor, or a supplier slip; this information comes directly from…
Dometic Launches Free Gear-Equipped Getaways to Reconnect Urban Dwellers with the Outdoors
Global outdoor technology company Dometic has launched a new experiential initiative to help urban residents reconnect with nature. The program, launching in Los Angeles, offers a series of 17 fully equipped, 36-hour outdoor getaways designed to remove the barriers that often prevent people from spending time outdoors. The concept is straightforward. Participants enter a draw…