As the birthplace of Ebola and AIDS, and the deathbed of untold millions in the tribal clash between the Hutus and the Tutsis. I wasn’t enthusiastic about driving our old Volkswagen campervan into such a volatile region.
Jumping the Shark? Land Rover’s Discovery Vision Concept
A quarter century after its inception, the Discovery is on the precipice of a significant metamorphosis and as if the protagonist in a Greek tragedy, is headed for an imminent and dramatic fall. Or, is it?
An Aussie Goes to Moab
Overland Journal’s Australian friend and team member, discusses his first experience of a trip to Moab
Campervan Culture: Morocco Overland, Part 2
Alan shares his story of traveling through Morocco in his Volkswagen Syncro
The Americas with Tubby Xplorer: Part 14
Continuing their world adventure, Jack and his wife share more of their South American experience
Trail Tested: Jeep Grand Cherokee EcoDiesel
Four wheel drive, Jeep, and Diesel. Such a sweet combination of words is rarely seen. We check in on our test of the Grand Cherokee Diesel.
Gear Scout: Torque, Scan Tool App
If you happen to need a scan tool on hand for reading OBD codes, it’s hard to beat one that runs right off your phone
First Drive: Jeep Cherokee Dakar Concept
It has certainly received it’s fair share of improvements, but can this new concept really live up to the Dakar name?
2014 Easter Jeep Safari Concept Vehicles Unveiled
It’s no secret that one of the best parts of Easter Jeep Safari is the new concept vehicles. Well Jeep just unveiled the ones you’ll see there for 2014 so here’s your first look!
La Aduana: 2006 Earthroamer XV-LT
There’s something enchanting about these huge and yet capable vehicles. They make you want to climb in and set out for adventure without so much as a second thought. Now you can with XV-LT # 30
Rugged Ridge Releases X-Clamp System
Designed to be extremely versatile, the new X-Clamp system is an innovative way to mount lights, cameras, antennas and more, regardless of the vehicle they’re being mounted to.
Over-the-Top-Landing in Bentley’s New Falcon
A highly refined, luxury filled, waste of $300,000; Bentley reassures us that money doesn’t buy taste.
Mobius Motors: One Year Closer to Reality
Four years into this kick starters efforts, Mobius Motors is gaining traction in its efforts to provide Kenyans with an affordable automotive option.
2013 Overlanders of the Year: Coen and Karin-Marijke of Landcruising Adventure
If you have been following Expedition Portal’s front page in the last few months, you’ll be familiar with Coen and Karin-Marijke of Landcruising Adventure. On the road since 2003, they’ve driven their Toyota BJ45 Land Cruiser through Europe, Asia, and South America taking their time to fully experience the landscapes and cultures they visit. A decade may seem…
Gear Scout: Superwinch Roam Smartphone Winch Controller
Meet the Roam from Superwinch, a WiFi enabled smartphone app that gives you full control of your winch. Analog advocates the end is nigh.
The Americas with Tubby Xplorer: Part 9
Jack Stuhler, the founder of Eezi-Awn, is an adventurous man and has spent his entire life exploring the African Continent. After driving from Johannesburg to the UK through the middle east in the early 1999, Jack set his sights on the Americas.
Factor 55 FlatLink
What happens when you take a team of experts with backgrounds in the aerospace, defense, and semi-conductor industries and mix in a shared love of off-roading? Factor 55 is what happens.
ComeUp USA Releases New Walrus Winches
Perhaps best known for adorning the fronts of most Arctic Trucks, the new Walrus winch proves once again that ComeUp is an industry leader.
Drive Nacho Drive: Cars Honked, Cows Ate Trash, and People Stared
We were officially in India with our own vehicle. A place with no concept of personal space, where traffic is dizzying and dangerous, and where we are literally regarded as alien creatures.
Adventure Medical Kits Grizzly
For those of us unwilling to geek out on medical gear, Adventure Medical Kits offers the next best thing. Enter the Grizzly.