Chinese automaker Build Your Dreams (BYD) has been making major waves around the world, and is now the world’s largest EV manufacturer. Their relentless pace of innovation appears to be unmatched, and with their imminent arrival on Canadian shores, they clearly have no intention of slowing down. BYD Australia have confirmed the company is developing…
Category Archives: Four Wheel Drive
Buyers’ Guide to Micro Campers and Trailers
The Quinta Lala campsite in Cusco, Peru, is something of an informal summit for the global overland tribe. On any given morning, a traveler will find an eclectic lineup of expedition vehicles scattered across the sloping green lawn, just a stone’s throw from the ancient walls of Sacsayhuamán. After the first coffee of the day,…
British Army Retires Entire Land Rover Fleet After Seven Decades of Service
Initial Auctions Will Be Held in the UK Later This Month I raised my children in a Land Rover Defender. Literally. They saw the world through flat glass, perched on a bench seat designed more for short-distance travel than long-term comfort. The only people who have likely spent as much time in a Defender—aside from…
2027 Toyota Land Cruiser :: An Evolution Rather than a Revolution
The current-generation Land Cruiser was introduced only recently, and as a result, the 2027 model carries over the same core architecture, hybrid powertrain, and overall design. There are no major mechanical changes reported, with updates largely limited to minor refinements in trim offerings, equipment packaging, and availability. In practical terms, both model years deliver the…
EPA Increases Ethanol Content Of Gasoline
Image Credit: Reuters With fuel prices surging well past $4 per gallon for the first time in years (and over $8 per gallon in parts of California), American drivers are once again feeling the squeeze at the pump. The spike has been driven largely by the ongoing conflict in Iran and the effective closure of…
Refuge II Jeep Camper :: Feature Vehicle
Photography by Dan Grec and Michael Fuchs Mad scientists, the Bermuda Triangle, and quicksand. According to Disney movies and cartoons, a person exploring the globe will inevitably have to deal with these from time to time, like it or not. In my personal experience, that has not been the case. Until recently, that is. Thanks…
Jen Young on Outdoorsy and the Entrepreneur’s Journey
Overland Journal Podcast host Scott Brady interviews Outdoorsy co-founder, Jennifer Young, about how her burnout from advertising led her to launch the peer-to-peer vehicle rental marketplace (an “Airbnb of overlanding”) in 2014, growing to 200+ employees. Outdoorsy has expanded into the Outdoorsy Destination Network (campgrounds) and the Roamly insurance business. The platform highlights overlanding’s growth…
Milestones Expedition: The Scale of the Unknown | From Scotland to Nordkapp
Welcome to Scotland! Phase 2 of the 25,000-mile global overland expedition kicks off with some familiar faces as the team heads for the famous John o’ Groats. The team takes part in some unique Scottish cultural activities and learns some valuable lessons along the way. Changing weather, narrow, winding roads, and the reality of the…
Hyundai Releases Body-On-Frame Boulder Concept
Hyundai has never been a brand you’d associate with solid axles, mud-terrain tires, and the kind of trail abuse that defines the modern overland scene. But with the debut of the Hyundai Boulder Concept, it appears that story is about to change dramatically. Unveiled at the 2026 New York Auto Show, the Boulder isn’t just…
Invader Viator: South African Brand Expands Its Premium Off-Road Camper Line
We recently published a Pop-top and Expandable Living Buyers’ Guide, which provided a useful opportunity to review the market and assess the range of available camper trailers, along with their features, strengths, and compromises. That exercise reinforced my view that a pop-top remains one of the most effective solutions for long-distance overland travel, offering a…
Chinese EV Maker BYD Plans Up to 20 Dealerships Across Canada
Selecting a vehicle platform to explore the globe is not a simple task. There are many factors that need to be considered, and wants and needs must be evaluated and ranked in terms of importance, cost and priority. While we all want a reliable and capable vehicle to take us there and back again, I…
Overland Conservation: Tundra
Photography by Coen Wubbels We are called by the wild, the spaces where we can turn 360 degrees without seeing another human, paved road, electric wire, or crop field. At times, though, we misunderstand history while we crave for calm. We begrudge other humans intruding onto land that used to be “undiscovered.” But this is…
The Milestones Expedition: A Three-continent Adventure
Photography by Richard Giordano and Scott Brady The XOverland team has always dreamed big. Their ambitious expeditions and world-class cinematography have resulted in 75 inspiring episodes spanning six continents, telling stories that have changed the lives of countless overlanders. Along the way, they have also changed the lives of their expedition team members by doing…
Overland News of the Week, March 27th, 2026
iKamper Launches Skycamp 4.0 Rooftop Tent Series iKamper has introduced the Skycamp 4.0 series, the latest evolution of its flagship rooftop tent platform, featuring a refined design that improves interior space while maintaining a compact external footprint. The updated lineup includes duo, trio, and quad configurations, expanding fitment across mid-size SUVs, crossovers, wagons, and truck…
Consumer Reports Lists Toyota Most Reliable. Again.
When it comes to overland travel, be it across a state, country, a continent or around the entire globe, vehicle reliability isn’t just a talking point, it’s the foundation of every remote mile traveled. According to the latest data from Consumer Reports released in December 2025, the brands most trusted to get you home again…
Jeep Celebrates 60th Easter Jeep Safari With New Concepts, Community Initiatives, and Expanded Consumer Experiences
The Jeep brand is preparing for a prominent presence at the 60th annual Easter Jeep Safari in Moab, Utah, scheduled to run from March 28 through April 5, 2026. Marking both a milestone anniversary for the event and the brand’s 85th year, Jeep plans to showcase a range of concept vehicles, consumer engagement programs, and…
Speak Fluent Machine: Preventing and Dealing With a Breakdown
Our friends Chris and Erin Ratay have been traveling for decades. They hold a Guinness World Record for the longest motorcycle journey as a team and, a few years ago, bought a Defender in South Africa and drove it to Europe. Chris has a no-nonsense approach to dealing with vehicle maintenance and breakdowns, and he…
10 Lessons Learned Traveling in an XOVERLAND Toyota
At Expedition Portal, we have been longtime friends with the XOverland crew, and in 2025, we joined forces, which also gave me the opportunity to finally travel in one of their expedition Toyotas. I have always loved how they look, with all the latest cool products and stunning graphics packages. But how would they work…
Overland Events and Rallies You Don’t Want to Miss This Spring (2026)
AMERICAN WEST Desert Adventure Rally When: April 7-12, 2026 | Where: Bisbee, Arizona Combining scenic backcountry riding, evening entertainment, and catered meals with Southern Arizona’s striking landscapes and scenery, the Desert Adventure Rally is a week of ADV fun. Curated GPS tracks will be given for self-guided day rides fueled by Morning Bivouac coffee, while…
Lessons Learned from Global Expeditions with Clay Croft
In this episode of the Overland Journal Podcast, host Scott Brady and his travel partner Clay Croft record from the field in the Central Republic of Congo. They discuss some of their most memorable adventures, including travels through South America and Alaska, and the unique lessons learned from their worldwide expeditions. Clay shares insights on vehicle…