In a significant step towards the goal of a carbon-free future, Toyota has introduced a prototype of the Hilux hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle. The debut of this innovative vehicle is indicative of Toyota’s comprehensive strategy to attain carbon-neutral mobility by employing diverse powertrain solutions tailored to varying user requirements and global operating conditions. These…
The Healing Power of Nature :: Video of the Week
Photo by Chad Brown When United States Navy veteran Chad Brown tried fly fishing for the first time, it changed his life. “I felt the air rushing across my cheek [and] feeling in my face,” he says of the moment his surroundings in a lush Oregon forest broke through the struggles he was facing due…
Overland News of the Week
Salewa Announces Collection for Spring/Summer 2024 This week’s overland news begins with mountain sports company Salewa’s announcement about its upcoming trekking collection, which blends technical performance with natural fabrics such as hemp and merino wool. The brand’s Puez Hemp/Durastretch 2/1 Hybrid jacket and pants are designed for strength and breathability with the ability to withstand…
Top Rigs at Overland Expo Mountain West
Rigs, rigs, rigs. Overland Expo was founded as an educational event where travelers from all over the world could gather and share their experiences, knowledge, and skills with like-minded adventurers. But let’s be honest—we also love Expo for the largest number of the most diverse rigs you can find concentrated in one place. If ogling…
Eva Rupert :: Modern Explorer
Editor’s Note: This Eva Rupert interview was originally published in Overland Journal’s Summer 2023 Issue. “Hey, I know you. You’re famous. I’ve seen you on TV.” I stood at the entrance to a convenience store in northern Nevada, about to buy food for a week-long motorcycle adventure in the backcountry. As she spoke, the woman…
ARB Introduces New Old Man Emu MT64 Shock Absorber Engineered for Overlanding
It is not often enough that we get properly excited by the introduction of a new product, but any new Old Man Emu product is the reason for enthusiasm. ARB’s renowned Old Man Emu brand, a global pioneer in off-road suspension systems with a rock-solid reputation, has unveiled a new shock absorber explicitly crafted to…
Leitner Designs Unveils Versatile Universal Roof Rack and Rooftop Cargo System
Leitner Designs chose to unveil their new rooftop cargo system at this weekend’s Overland Expo Mountain West. The Active Cargo System Roof and GearPod Roof integrated rooftop storage system combines a platform rack and a dedicated rooftop cargo box under the umbrella of a single brand. The two products may be used independently but are…
EarthCruiser Unveils All-Electric GMC Hummer EV EarthCruiser Overland Upfit
The times they are a-changing. Not too long ago, some scoffed at the idea of an all-electric overland vehicle, while others heralded the EV revolution as the future of overland travel. Today, the future is here as EarthCruiser introduced the long-awaited all-electric GMC Hummer EV EarthCruiser, publicly unveiled today and set to debut at the…
Overland Events and Rallies You Don’t Want to Miss This Fall
AMERICAN NORTHWEST Descend on Bend When: Sept 1-4, 2023 Where: Oregon Outback This family-friendly overland event near Pinnacles National Park is accessible to all vehicles, including motorcycles and rental cars. Live music, a daily maker’s market, and morning yoga are some of the highlights, while the event website sold me on its “coffee and affogato…
Overland News of the Week
Space Acacia Camping System In this week’s overland news is the Space Acacia camping system; a unique glamping tent that gives you a cozy interior while camping out in the wild. The tent is made with ultra-durable 300D Oxford cloth with a waterproof coating and can withstand wind speeds up to 45 miles per hour….
Colorado’s High Passes Remain Closed Deep Into Summer
Like many states in the American West, Colorado saw record snowpack levels in the winter of 2022-2023. Some parts of the state saw as much as 140 percent of average accumulation, and stream runoffs are still high across the Centennial State. As a result, many of Colorado’s high passes remain closed deep into the summer season….
Overland Expo Mountain West 2023 – August 25-27 in Loveland, Colorado
It’s been a banner year for Overland Expo—when Toyota launches an all-new Tacoma at your event, as they did in May at Overland Expo West in Flagstaff—you know you’ve hit the big time. The Pacific Northwest edition of the Expo saw big attendance numbers despite some record heat in central Oregon, and believe it or…
Toyota Unveils Upgraded Land Cruiser 70 Series in Australia
With all the fuss surrounding the recent launch of the 2024 Land Cruiser in the USA, you might not have noticed that, a day later, Toyota unveiled an upgraded Land Cruiser 70 Series in Australia! That’s the good news. The bad news is that there is no clear sign that this superb vehicle will be…
2024 Nissan Titan Unveiled
The Nissan Titan is a vehicle that probably does not get as much attention as it deserves despite an excellent reliability track record since its release in 2004 and a class-leading 5-year/100,000-mile basic warranty. Sales of the first generation Titan peaked in 2005 with nearly 87000 sales, followed by another peak of close to 53000…
Overland News of the Week
Princeton Tec Snap 450 RW A quality headtorch is essential for life on the road and the Snap 450 RW is a great option. Princeton Tec adopted a modular design that allows users to seamlessly switch from headlamp, bike light, flashlight, and lantern. Additional features include a rechargeable lithium-ion battery, IPX7 waterproof rating, and a…
Harker Outdoors Expedition Driven Camper Is the Best of Both Worlds
When traveling overland for long periods of time, you soon realize that interior living space is the ultimate luxury, and almost no other aspect of an overland vehicle is as desirable, with the exception of maneuverability and reliability. At the Overland Expo Pacific NorthWest event, we came across the Harker Outdoors Expedition Driven Camper (EDC)…
Toyota 2024 Land Cruiser 250 Reveal
Earlier this week in Salt Lake City at the Land Cruiser Heritage Museum, Toyota enthusiasts from around the automotive industry gathered among the largest collection of Land Cruisers in the world for the 2024 Land Cruiser reveal. The old steel foundry is home to rare examples, including the very first 1953 Toyota BJT, one of…
Toyota Unveils the All-New 2024 Land Cruiser. Do We Love It?
After a three-year hiatus, the highly anticipated 2024 Land Cruiser is making its triumphant return to the US market, boasting a plethora of cutting-edge features and improved capabilities. This latest iteration of the Land Cruiser is designed, engineered, and tested to conquer the harshest environments, so say Toyota USA, and the Land Cruiser will be…
Seven Leading Automakers Collaborate to Boost Electric Vehicle Charging in North America
The argument against the change to Electric Vehicles (EVs) is varied, sometimes emotional, and often complicated, but a consistent core criticism of the EV revolution has been that there is a lack of infrastructure to ensure that EVs are able to travel long distances. This argument is entirely valid, especially in a country like the…
The Cube Camper is an Innovative Hard Sided Pop-Up
Pop-up campers have been around as long as there have been campers; as portability, maneuverability, living space, and comfort are rarely simpatico. Canvas is generally an excellent material for outdoor activities but has limitations when faced with turbulent and extreme weather or, Lord forbid, sharp claws and blades (the chances of being attacked in your…