The Ford F Series has been the top-selling truck in the USA for the last 46 years (and the best-selling vehicle overall in the US for the last 41 years), with almost 650,000 units driven off showroom floors in 2022 alone. In 2024, Ford is set to release its latest iteration of the F-150 truck,…
Category Archives: Four Wheel Drive
INEOS Grenadier Rack and Storage from Front Runner
The Grenadier is starting to arrive in consumers’ hands in several markets worldwide, including Europe, the UK, Australia, New Zealand, and Southern Africa (among others). Along with that comes rapid innovation of aftermarket accessories to complement this much-anticipated overland platform. Front Runner was one of the first to bring products to market, including their Slimline…
New Vehicles Have Privacy and Data Security Holes You Can Drive a Truck Through
The Mozilla Foundation has been reviewing and ranking various technology products in terms of how they protect consumer privacy and data security for many years. This week, the Foundation released a comprehensive report delving into new cars and concluded that automobiles are “the official worst category of products for privacy that [they] have ever reviewed.”…
Expedition Centre Unveils Mulgo Pop Top for INEOS Grenadier
The automotive accessory and vehicle conversion experts at Australia’s Expedition Centre have announced the launch of a Mulgo Pop Top specifically designed for the INEOS Grenadier. Crafted from lightweight aluminum, the pop top seamlessly integrates with the INEOS Grenadier’s original design, maintaining its rugged and timeless appearance. The pop top features gas struts, and two…
Overland Embassy Launches Flat Rack as RORO Alternative
Though safety issues are sometimes exaggerated, any vehicle owner is justifiably concerned about handing over the keys to their unlocked vehicle and sending it away on a ship—especially when that vehicle is their full-time home along the Pan-American Highway. For those with larger vehicles who would love an alternative to Roll-on, Roll-off (RORO) shipping, it’s…
Optimized Overlanding Gullwing Camper Unveiled
The Optimized Overlanding Gullwing camper is tailored for those seeking a camping solution that combines internal sleeping and storage with the ability to tackle challenging terrains through lightweight construction. Inspired by the balmy Australian climate, the gullwing design merges indoor and outdoor living, catering primarily to dry and warm regions, while its manufacturers suggest its…
Olga, The 1997 Land Rover Defender 110 : Feature Vehicle
As Theodore Roosevelt once said, “Nothing in the world is worth having or worth doing unless it means effort, pain, difficulty.” Experience has taught us that making a dream come true, more often than not, involves vision, persistence, and sacrifice. And, in the case of overland travel, making a dream come true involves a fair…
Toyota Unveils Hilux Hydrogen Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle Prototype in the UK
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, September 1st, 2023
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 (2023)
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, August 18th, 2023
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…