America sure does love a Subaru. In 2024 alone, the Japanese automaker sold over 667,000 vehicles in the US; a whopping 168,771 of those sales were of the ever-popular Outback. But why is the Outback so…
In this installment of the Expedition Portal series on brands that inspire us, Senior Editor Ashley Giordano profiles overland industry leader and storage solutions manufacturer Blue Ridge Overland Gear. Matt Akenhead admits that by nature, he’s incredibly disorganized. “It wasn’t necessarily…
It’s no secret that I’m a fan of veteran overland vehicles with recent offerings including this 1969 Land Rover Forward Control 2B, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ62, and 1993 Ford F-250 with a 1973 Alaskan Camper….
Let me explain. Growing up in Africa, I had one dream and one dream only: to grow up to be a cowboy. At the age of eight, I spent my time playing with my Lego cowboy…
The key to enjoying college is figuring out how to maximize your time away from school. In all seriousness, university life can be a drain, and finding little moments to recharge your academic battery by embarking…
The Discovery II is a popular choice for overland builds with recent offerings including this 1999, 2001, and 2004. Traditionally, the older Discos have been something of an underappreciated value, but with the price of Defenders…
Jeep recently introduced the new 2025 Jeep Wagoneer Overland Special Edition, emphasizing off-road capability, comfort, and technological advancements. This latest Wagoneer variant is specifically tailored to enthusiasts and families seeking rugged, overland-style adventures without sacrificing comfort…
I see thousands of rigs posted to our forum, so it takes something special to stop me in my tracks, and today’s 2009 Chevrolet Kodiak C4500 4×4 is one such example. This vehicle started life as…
The Jeep brand, along with Jeep Performance Parts (JPP) by Mopar, is captivating off-road enthusiasts at the 59th Annual Easter Jeep Safari in Moab, Utah, from April 12 to 20, 2025. This year’s event features seven…
Overland Journal Podcast host Ashley Giordano is joined by Canadian race car driver, X Games athlete, stuntman, and Baja 1000 champion Andrew Comrie-Picard in this episode, which touches on his childhood in Alberta, Canada, and how…
As a dirtbagger with a full-time job, I’m always looking for clothing that’s as comfortable in the office as it is in the backcountry. Teren Design’s Daily Driver line outfits me perfectly for both environments. Subtlety…
In our Moto News Roundup for April, your favorite small-screen adventure buddies saddle up vintage bikes for a new journey, BMW debuts new ADV bikes, Suzuki prices out its refreshed DR-Z, Ruroc features new helmets, Backcountry…
In the world of outdoor adventure, it’s easy to take the trails we ride, drive, and hike for granted. But the truth is, those trails don’t maintain themselves. Behind every epic vista and every rugged off-road…
For vehicle-based adventurers and outdoor enthusiasts of all kind, Thule is a name that needs no introduction. Known globally for its wide range of gear—everything from roof racks and bike carriers to rooftop tents and travel…
Since its introduction to the US market in 1995 the Tacoma has continued to forge a reputation for excellence and remains the mid-size benchmark. The third-gen is the best selling to date with 234,768 units sold…
It’s safe to say that Julie and Chris Ramsey from the Pole to Pole Expedition are currently the most ambitious electrified overland adventurers on the planet. Now, they have the Guinness World Records to prove it….
Scout Campers and 10 Barrel Partner to Brew Camp Coldie, the 5% IPA Camp Coldie—a classic West Coast IPA with a lower ABV—pays homage to overlanding and camping with its medium-body, subtly sweet tones with a…
Join Overland Journal Podcast host Ashley Giordano as sits down with Arctic Trucks CEO Emil Grímsson to discuss the origin of Arctic Trucks Iceland and how he turned the “Top Gear Polar Special” into a career…
A mega billionaire, a recently bankrupt manufacturer, and a plucky startup have all made waves recently with news about interesting EV 4x4s. Perhaps the most intriguing is the alleged sub-$25,000 pickup from the mysterious Slate Auto,…
INEOS Automotive has announced a strategic response aimed at shielding its American customers from the newly introduced 25 percent import tariff increases, which were prompted by policy decisions under President Trump. The company made this statement…
Ford has announced that the best-selling vehicle of 2024 in Australia, the Ford Ranger, will soon be offered as the Ford Ranger Super Duty. In a nutshell, this “Super Duty” variant of the Ranger is higher…
