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Category Archives: Four Wheel Drive
Kingsley Holgate, A Modern Day Livingstone
To say that few men and women reside in the same realm of explorers as Livingstone is a massive understatement. Mr. Holgate however, has the right to walk those hallowed grounds.
Trans-Africa in a 200 Series Land Cruiser, The Build
Find out how Stefan went about building and testing his 200 series Land Cruiser to cross the continent of Africa
FVoTW: Michael Hiscox Presents His Incredible Jeep
Michael gives us an in-depth look at his Jeep wrangler earth roamer. It is definitely one of the coolest and most equipped Jeeps around.
La Aduana: 2004 Disco II, 4.6L Manual
While the expensive asking price of this truck could turn some away, the exceptional build quality and long list of modifications would make any other 4WD owner envious.
Jaguar Releases Their New SUV
After joining forces with Land Rover we knew it was only a matter of time. But is this new SUV really that bad, or could they have somehow created something cool?
American Overlander: Four Wheel Campers
In our continuing series, American Overlander, we take a look at a legendary company––Four Wheel Campers.
La Aduana: This Volvo is Ready to Go Around the Globe
While the Volvo wagon has largely been associated with soccer moms and carpools, this wagon could easily be your next ride around the world.
Overland Journal Announces Digital Subscriptions
The adventure magazine you love is once again pushing into new frontiers, this time it’s on your tablet.
Gear Patrol Reviews the Overland Journal Edition LR4
Our friends at Gear Patrol just released a great review of the Overland Jouranl Land Rover LR4 Project.
Overlanding on The Moon
Think your 4WD build had a lot of planning? It has nothing on this lunar cruiser.
Gear Scout: JakJaw
We try to minimize danger in everything we do, however sometimes a risk has to be taken. Jacking up a vehicle is sometimes one of those risks. Fortunately great tools like this help make that job a little safer.
The Final Days of the Defender As We Know It
The end is nigh ladies and gentleman, but will the Defender legacy carry on in a new vehicle?
La Aduana: AEV Hemi Brute
A Brute truck package, 37″ tires, and a Hemi motor make this Jeep a serious off road vehicle. Oh, and did we mention you get to brag about owning a former SEMA truck?
China Discovers Overlanding
With a strong economy, staggering population, and an insatiable thirst in the auto market, China stands to be a big participant in the overland world.
Silk Trail Expedition 2013 Nears the Finish
Ever closer to achieving their goal, it looks like Land Rover’s new diesel hybrid could be a serious contender in the overland world
La Aduana: Unicat International 7400
Whether you would buy one or not, everyone has to admit that there’s something cool about the massive luxury of a Unicat overland truck.
Weather & Ruins: Navajo Nation – Part I
Practically every form of precipitation in Mother Nature’s arsenal was being thrown our way. White-out conditions gave way to freezing rain, then fog, a little sun, then more snow.
Bud Built Tundra Rear Winch Bumper
From a simple yet stout basic rear blade to a multifaceted and highly-optioned winch bumper system, many versions are available
2014 Cherokee Trailhawk Edition
Perhaps building on the positive reception the Grand Cherokee Trailhawk edition received, the new Cherokee is also available with that offroad inspired treatment.