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A white EarthRoamer Overlander camper truck with mountain graphics is parked in a grassy field, set against snow-capped mountains and a clear blue sky.

EarthRoamer’s 2017 XV-LTS

EarthRoamers aren’t the most agile or affordable of overland vehicles, but they do have an undeniable cool factor. Something about combining granite counter tops and wine coolers with 41″ tires and bead-lock wheels seems to appeal to people, and in truth it’s not hard to see why. These vehicles are luxury apartments on wheels, and now the…

A book titled Travel The Planet Overland lies on a canvas surface surrounded by wrenches, a multitool, and outdoor gear. The cover features a 4x4 overlander vehicle with roof gear set against a rugged mountain landscape.

4WD, Adventure, Adventure, Resources and Routes

Book Worm: Travel the Planet Overland by Graeme and Luisa Bell

Read the book then hit the road. The Bells of A2A Expedition tell you how to do it.

A black double-cab Overlander pickup truck is parked on a paved road with bushes, a fence, and power lines visible in the background.

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Is the 79 Series Land Cruiser Coming to America?

We may finally get the diesel Toyota we’ve been dreaming of.

A modified overland truck with large tires, extra lights, and roof equipment is parked on a dirt area under a cloudy sky. The truck features Hema branding and a “Map Patrol” sign on the windshield, built for serious overlanding adventures.

4WD, Featured Vehicles

Featured Vehicle: Hema 79 Series Land Cruiser

Quite possibly the most advanced 79 Series in the outback

A white Overlander truck with large tires and a raised suspension drives over rocky terrain on a forest trail, surrounded by green trees and distant hills under a partly cloudy sky.

4WD, Adventure, Adventure, Adventure, Camper/Trailer

72 Hours of Adventure – The Alaska Range and Denali Highway

Three days in the Northern Frontier

A white Overland SUV with a rooftop tent is parked on a dirt road surrounded by shrubs and trees, with snow-capped mountains and a clear blue sky in the background.

4WD, Camping, Gear, Gear, Uncategorized

Gear Scout: Eezi-Awn Releases New Stealth Hard Shell RTT

Eezi-awn’s next evolution in roof top sleeping is as impressive as we expected it to be.

A mechanic in a brown jacket repairs the front of an old, dusty Overlander vehicle with the hood open. Tools and engine parts are visible, while other vehicles and equipment fill the outdoor overlanding scene in the background.

4WD, Gear

Landcruising Adventure: Tips on Buying Starter Batteries

After 13+ years on the road Coen gives a run-down on his experiences with starter batteries.

Close-up of a Toyota’s front grill with two round ARB Intensity LED driving lights and a rectangular LED light bar, all mounted on a black bull bar—perfect for any Overland adventure.

4WD, Gear

Field Tested: ARB Intensity Light Bar

A sneak peek at ARB’s newest way to light your path.

An Overlander car with a roof box navigates a winding dirt road through rocky, forested mountains, approaching a wooden bridge. The overcast scene captures the rugged spirit of overlanding adventure.

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2017: What Does the Coming Year Hold for Overlanding?

We take a look into the future to see where overlanding is going.

A rugged Overlander with large tires and front-mounted gear kicks up dust as it drives on a rocky desert trail, surrounded by hills and a clear blue sky.

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From the ExPo Vault: Is your overlander overbuilt?

Or is it juuust right.

A rugged black Ford Bronco Overlander SUV with off-road tires and a roof rack drives on a dusty trail surrounded by rocky terrain. A Built Ford Tough sign is visible in the background.

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Ford Bronco and Ranger Return to US Market

That’s right, they’re back.

Two overlanders place traction boards in front of a Toyota SUV stuck in deep snow, its headlights illuminating the snowy ground as they tackle winter overlanding challenges together.

4WD, Gear, Uncategorized

Buyer’s Guide: Traction Mats

Eventually you’ll need to get un-stuck and traction mats could be the perfect tool for the job.

An overlander stands near an SUV with a rooftop tent parked on the edge of a dramatic cliff, overlooking a vast canyon landscape under a cloudy sky.

4WD, Adventure, Camper/Trailer, Gear, Motorcycle

The Top Ten of 2016

2016 wasn’t all doom and gloom, so lets look at a few positives

A bright yellow vintage overlander with a black front bumper drives through a snowy forest trail, surrounded by trees and covered in light snow.

4WD, Adventure

Sierra Snow

We hit the first big snow of the season at the Winter Fun Festival.

A blue and gray Dometic portable refrigerator sits in the cargo area of a white Land Rover with its rear doors open, ready for any Overlanding adventure outdoors in daylight.

4WD, Electronics, Gear, Gear, Luggage and Storage

Field Tested: Dometic CFX-50 Fridge/Freezer

This price-minded 12V chiller offers great performance at a reasonable price.

A white overlanding SUV equipped with roof storage and lights is partially buried in deep snow, surrounded by snow-covered trees in a winter forest.

Gear, Gear, Gear

Field Tested: Yokohama Geolandar AT G015

Through snow, sand, and mud, Basil gives feedback on switching from a mud tire to an all-terrain

A white overlanding SUV crosses a shallow, rocky stream with small rapids, surrounded by pine trees and mountains in the background, under a clear sky.

4WD, Adventure, Adventure, Uncategorized

Overland Alaska: Atlin, BC – Glaciers, Lakes, and Mining Roads

In search of dirt roads in British Columbia’s northern most corner.

A red overlanding vehicle drives over rocky, rugged terrain surrounded by small bushes and patches of grass in a desert landscape with dirt trails winding through hills.

4WD, Skills and Training

Five Off-Road Driving Basics for the New Overlander

Driving any vehicle onto unimproved roads is not something to take lightly. Many variables, seen and unforeseen, can conspire to stymy forward progress or damage vehicles and the occupants within. While there are an endless number of techniques and skills to be learned, much of it only through hands-on time behind the wheel, there are a few general…