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Lexus Announces Upgrades to the LH 700h, LX 600, and the Overtrail Grades

Since the redesigned Lexus GX launch in 2023, the premium off-roader has been making waves and turning heads. For 2025, Lexus is elevating its flagship SUV lineup by introducing the LX 700h and the new Overtrail grade, along with updates to the LX 600. This expansion showcases Lexus’ commitment to diverse customer preferences, especially with…

Gregory Knocks it Out the Park with Duffels, Case, and Backpacks :: Field Tested

Gregory Mountain Products specializes in designing and manufacturing backpacks, travel bags, and outdoor gear. Founded in 1977 by Wayne Gregory, the brand is known for its focus on comfort, durability, and innovative design. Gregory’s products are built to support outdoor enthusiasts, offering a range of packs for hiking, backpacking, and travel. The company emphasizes ergonomic…

Chris Scott’s Trans Morocco Trail Self-Guided Route Has Launched

A new adventure travel route, the Trans Morocco Trail, has launched, offering explorers the chance to experience Morocco’s diverse landscapes through a 3,000-kilometer self-guided route. The trail runs from the Mediterranean port of Nador to Cap Draa on the Atlantic coast and is free to download. The route is designed for independent cyclists, motorcyclists, and…

Principles of Overlanding: Living on the Road Full-Time

Overland Journal Podcast Episode 208 Join Scott Brady as he welcomes seasoned travelers Graeme and Luisa to this Principles of Overlanding episode. With 15 years of experience, they share the principles, challenges, and rewards of full-time overlanding, from traversing Africa’s rugged tracks to enduring Arctic extremes. Gain insights into family overlanding logistics, vehicle choices, budget…

Chattahoochee BDR-X Route Announced

The Chattahoochee Oconee National Forest in Georgia is the location of the latest motorcycle adventure route devised by the folks at Backcountry Discovery Routes (BDR). The “Hoochee” is a BDR-X format, taking in just a corner of northern Georgia in its 350-mile circular track. This is the fourth route that BMW Motorrad USA has presented…

Double Dutch World Safari

Double Dutch World Safari on 40 Years of Overlanding

Overland Journal Podcast Episode 206 Join us on this episode of the Overland Journal Podcast as we sit down with Robert Van den Hoeven, an experienced overlander whose extensive travels span across continents like Africa, Australia, and the Americas. Robert shares his profound experiences, from camping trips in Europe during his childhood to maritime adventures…

Africa Wrap-Up

Crossing Continents: Africa Wrap-Up and Lessons Learned

Overland Journal Podcast Episode 205 Join the Overland Journal Podcast as co-host Matt Scott interviews Scott Brady about his journey across Africa. Discover the valuable lessons learned, the performance of the Ineos Grenadier, and the critical role of teamwork during a challenging long-term expedition. Special thanks to our sponsors this week, Overland Explorer Vehicles.  Tune…

SUV, Van and Pick-Up Camping Conversion Kits :: Buyers Guide

In recent years, the trend of converting vans and SUVs into mobile living spaces has grown in popularity, driven by the desire for freedom, adventure, and the convenience of having a home on wheels. This surge in interest has led to the rise of van and SUV camping conversion kits—pre-packaged systems that simplify transforming a…

International vehicle shipping

International Vehicle Shipping with Lithium Batteries—New Regulations

Overland travelers have always pushed the limits of vehicle travel, and in many instances, their hunger for exploration has included shipping expedition vehicles to the far reaches of the globe. Unfortunately, over the past year, there have been numerous fires aboard transport ships, and two vehicle carriers were lost at sea due to fires aboard…

Jessy Muller

Jessy Muller Takes the Slow Road

Overland Journal Podcast Episode 202 Full-time nomad Jessy Muller has been living on the road for over six years. Over that time, she’s learned a lot of lessons about slow travel, finding peace as a solo adventurer, and coexisting with an old RV—in Jessy’s case, a 1978 Dodge Commander. In this wide-ranging conversation with Overland Journal…

North Africa

Overlanding North Africa with Kids in the 1970s

Editor’s Note – Valentina Vallinotto’s father, Angelo, was an ambitious explorer. Piling his young family into a series of Land Rovers, IVECOs, and Toyotas, he tackled uncharted routes across North Africa and the Sahara Desert throughout the 1960s all the way until the early 1990s. The 1970s was a particularly exciting decade for overland adventurers…

Bogged on the Old Telegraph Track – Video of the Week

Embarking on an adventure through one of Australia’s most iconic overland routes, the Old Telegraph Track, this new video from Overland Travellers (two L’s!) captures the essence of true off-road exploration. From Gunshot to Cockatoo Creek, the journey is laden with challenges, adrenaline, and stunning landscapes, providing a visceral experience for both seasoned overlanders and…

The Overlanding Code to Happiness

Lead photograph by Joanie Pépin Despite becoming more materially affluent over the past four decades, those living in developed countries have not experienced the happiness boost expected from modern materialism. Since the 1940s, we’ve upgraded significantly, installing showers and bathtubs, microwaves, dishwashers, and big-screen color televisions—purchasing twice as many vehicles per person, and adding boats and…

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