Bowler Motors, the UK-based high-performance vehicle manufacturer, has unveiled its 100th Edition Bowler Defender 90 Road Car Conversion. The bespoke model has been expertly engineered to mark the 100th full commission of a 90-wheelbase Defender by Bowler, with several custom features added. The 100th Edition Bowler Defender 90 Road Car Conversion is built on the…
Jetour Releases Official Images of New Traveller SUV, You Might Recognize It
Do you remember the Landwind X7 (you know, the Land Rover Evoque rip-off?). After a few years of litigation, a Beijing court, surprisingly, ruled that Landwind had copied five unique design elements of the Evoque and ordered a cease of production and sales as well as financial compensation to Jaguar Land Rover. Now, Chinese SUV…
Volkswagen California Surf Edition Now Available in the United Kingdom
The California 6.1 has been one of the most successful vehicles of its kind ever, with more than 175,000 units produced across four generations, and remains a popular van for moderately adventurous families. The California has hardly wavered from its original design philosophy, is beautifully packaged, and, in true German style, is built to remarkably…
Dacia Introduces Sleep Pack as Part of its InNature Accessory Range for Europe
Joining the list of cool, compact, and clever European, outdoor-oriented vehicles which cannot be bought in the US are the Dacia Jogger and Jogger Extreme. To add insult to injury, Dacia has announced the release of its Jogger Sleep Pack, the first item in the brand’s newly founded InNature accessory range. The Sleep Pack enhances…
Lightship, America’s First All-Electric Recreational Vehicle (RV)
San Francisco-based startup Lightship has announced the launch of what they claim to be America’s first all-electric recreational vehicle. The Lightship L1 is an aerodynamic, battery-powered travel trailer. The title of “first” may very well be warranted as the purpose-built trailer has a self-propulsion system that enables near-zero range or mile-per-gallon efficiency loss for the…
SoCal Meetup Hosted by Super Pacific and Rhino Adventure Gear
Overland event season is slowly unfolding for 2023, and those lucky enough to live in the sunkissed land of Southern California get the benefit of some of the earliest meetups. Still snowbound in Montana, I can’t help but feel a little wistful for some warm breezes and gentle ocean currents this time of year. Super…
Overland News of the Week
Boreas Campers Teams up With Garmin Boreas Campers have teamed up with Garmin on the EOS-12, an off-road, off-grid, four-season camper trailer. The EOS-12 comes standard with the Garmin ONE system, which connects and controls all onboard systems at the touch of a button. The system is accessed via the Garmin tablet, which can be…
Icon Vehicle Dynamics Unveils Impact Bumpers for Ford Super Duty
Icon Vehicle Dynamics has announced the release of new products designed to improve the off-road capabilities of Ford Super Duty trucks from 2017 onwards. The company has introduced several new additions to the Icon Impact product line, including the Pro Series front and rear bumpers. Icon designed the Pro Series bumpers to offer the best…
The Fiat Panda 4WD Returns in 2023 with an EV Option
Italian carmaker Fiat is set to release two new electric vehicles this year, one of which is expected to be a small SUV under the Fiat Panda badge. The announcement is part of parent company Stellantis’ plan to push for more EVs in Europe. The company’s European EV portfolio is set to increase from twenty-two…
Range Rover Sport Deer Valley Edition Limited Release
Over 25 inches of snow fell in Park City, Utah last Tuesday night. Spotlights atop the Range Rover House just off the main street highlighted huge, tumbling white snowflakes as a car cover was pulled back to reveal a jaw-dropping vehicle: the Range Rover Sport Deer Valley Edition. This bespoke run of only 20 vehicles…
Overland News of the Week
HydraPak Introduces New Water Filtration Systems HydraPak has introduced water filters designed to work seamlessly with their existing selection of flexible bottles, water storage, and reservoir lines. HydraPak President Matt Lyon states, “Adventure depends on water, and we’re constantly looking for the best way to help keep athletes hydrated so that they can continue…
Optima Batteries Hosts First Ever Off-Road Event
Optima Batteries has successfully hosted its first-ever electrified off-road vehicle event during the dust and roar of King of the Hammers race week. The Optima Unplugged event took place in Johnson Valley and was free to attend for electric vehicles capable of off-road travel, thanks to the support of partners DCE, Volta Power Systems, and…
Max Adventure Announces Two Sahara Rallies for 2023
Among the cars that have come and gone from my garage over the years, my 2003 Mini Cooper S (the R53 generation) remains one of my favorites. I kept it well-maintained, so the reliability problems that plagued the supercharged hatchback stayed away. It was an efficient and engaging commuter, a hoot on track days, and…
Direct Cars Launches the Hilux-Based Adventure Camper BR75
We have come to expect innovative camping concepts from Japanese vehicle manufacturers. Toyota set SEMA abuzz in 2021 with the reveal of Tacozilla, a Tacoma-based camper that will likely never see the light of day. The Tacozilla was an excellent example of what a modern 4WD habitat could be. It may very well have inspired…
Jeep Reveals 20th Anniversary Limited Edition Wrangler Rubicon
Has it really been 20 years? Jeep introduced the Rubicon nameplate for the TJ-generation Wrangler at Moab’s Easter Jeep Safari in 2002, and it was something of a watershed for the brand. DaimlerChrysler had finally equipped the original all-American sport utility vehicle with a legit factory off-road accessory package for the first time. The ur-Rubicon…
Ineos Rumored to Release an EV Off-Roader by 2026
The internet is buzzing with news reports that Sir Jim Ratcliffe, Ineos CEO, has announced that the Ineos Grenadier off-roader will soon be joined by a smaller, electric version based on a skateboard-style platform. “I don’t know how much we’ve talked about the electric version of the Grenadier, but we’re well on with that project….
Overland Exchange Launches Off-Road Exclusive Online Auction Marketplace
A new online auction marketplace, Overland Exchange, is set to revolutionize the overland vehicle market by providing a secure, user-friendly platform for buying and selling off-road vehicles. Founders Mitch Davis and Luke Motta created Overland Exchange after facing difficulties selling their off-road vehicles. Tired of being undersold by dealerships, spammed with irrelevant offers, and needing…
Overland News of the Week
Titus Adventure Company Announces Colorado Ski Camping Guide Using a winter-ready campervan or truck camper to ski is gaining popularity, especially for those who want to enjoy a few days on the hill without blowing their budget on lodging. Fortunately, Titus Adventure Company has developed a guide to ski camping listing overnight camp spots, hot…
Arctic Trucks Built a Nissan Ariya for an Epic Pole-to-Pole Expedition
Arctic Trucks, a company specializing in vehicles designed for polar expeditions, has joined forces with Nissan’s design and engineering teams to equip the Ariya electric SUV to undertake a 16,650-mile trip from the magnetic North Pole to the South Pole. The collaboration aims to bring Nissan’s cutting-edge electric technology to the extreme conditions of the…
The Opus Off-Road Camper is Baja Ready
For some travelers, living space is as important as mobility; one solution to this challenge is the combination of a compact, towable trailer with vast amounts of deployable, heavy-duty canvas. We recently wrote a feature of the Wedgetail Slide On Camper, and the Opus Off-Road Camper is a similar concept, with less practicality but a…