On May 21st Stellantis unveiled a new five-year strategic plan to accelerate growth and profit. Dubbed FaSTLAne 2030, the ambitious plan is slated to cost some €60 Billion ($70 Billion). It outlines where the company believes the global automotive industry is heading over the next several years, and more importantly, how brands like Jeep, Ram,…
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Jeep Recon Won’t Be EV-Only After All
The long-awaited fully electric Jeep Recon has not even reached dealer showrooms yet, and already the brand is changing course. Originally unveiled in 2022 as a fully electric off-roader meant to bridge the gap between the Wrangler and Jeep’s electric future, Stellantis’ long-term roadmap confirms Recon will now also receive an internal combustion version for…
Toyota Expands Engine Recall
Toyota has expanded the recall campaign for the 3.4-liter twin turbo V6 found in the latest generation Tundra. What began as a large recall in 2024 has now grown into one of the most extensive engine recalls in recent Toyota history, with nearly 270,000 vehicles now affected. The latest expansion adds another 44,000 model year-2024…
Jeep Recon EV Production Delayed to Mid-2026
Images courtesy of Jeep Originally slated to arrive in late 2024, the production of Jeep’s ambitious fully EV 4×4 has been pushed back yet again, this time until ‘mid-2026,’ as Stellantis reassesses production timing and market conditions. With other OEMs scrapping their EV platforms, this delay is a major moment for one of the most…
Bronco Outsells Wrangler for the First Time
Photo credits: Ford, Jeep For decades, the Jeep Wrangler stood alone at the top of the North American off-road market. The platform was the default choice for anyone who wanted solid axles, removable doors, endless aftermarket support, and genuine trail credibility straight from the factory. From Moab to the Rubicon Trail, the Wrangler built an…
Ford’s $30k EV Pickup :: Closer to Reality?
After a recent tour of Chinese EV production facilities, Ford CEO Jim Farley has not been shy about sharing his thoughts on their impact on the global automotive industry. Farley bluntly said Ford can not compete due to the Chinese vehicles’ superior cost advantage, technology, and government subsidies. Farley went on to warn that letting…
The Extended Range EV Influx Is Coming
Extended range electric vehicles, commonly referred to as EREVs, are quickly emerging as one of the most compelling solutions for buyers who split their time between daily driving and long distance exploration. For the overland community, where remote travel and unpredictable infrastructure are part of the experience, the concept is especially relevant. What is an…
New Xterra :: Nissan Says “Badass Is Back”
The return of the Nissan Xterra has quickly shifted from rumor to reality, and if recent executive comments are any indication, this is more than a simple reboot. Nissan are making it extremely clear this is a deliberate move back into the heart of the off road SUV segment, aimed squarely at enthusiasts who value…
GMC Rumored to Bring Back the Jimmy
There can be no denying the newest generation of the Ford Bronco has been a huge success, and has taken the spotlight away from the Jeep Wrangler, a truck that once stood virtually unchallenged as the serious off-road SUV of choice. This success has not gone un-noticed, with more and more manufacturers looking to add…
VW Considers Pickup for US Market
The idea of a Volkswagen pickup for North America has long lived in the realm of concepts and speculation, and finally it is now closer to reality than ever. Speaking at the 2026 New York Auto Show, Volkswagen Group of America CEO Kjell Gruner made it clear that the brand is actively evaluating the opportunity….
Kia Will Sell a Body-On-Frame Truck in the US by 2030
Kia has officially thrown its hat into one of North America’s most fiercely contested segments, confirming that it will launch a body-on-frame hybrid pickup truck in the United States before the end of the decade. To be perfectly clear, this announcement wasn’t a leak, a rumor, or a supplier slip; this information comes directly from…
BYD Confirms Raptor-like Shark PHEV Down Under
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Ram Confirms Return of Midsized Pickup with the Nameplate You Expect
After more than a decade away from the midsize pickup segment, Ram CEO Tim Kuniskis has officially confirmed its return with the revival of a familiar name: the Ram Dakota. Slated to debut in 2027 and reach dealerships shortly afterward as a 2028 model, the Dakota will mark Ram’s first entry into the highly competitive…
Chinese Wrangler Competitor Confirmed for Australia
Chinese vehicles of all shapes and sizes are taking automotive markets all around the world by storm. Everywhere, that is, except the USA where hefty tariffs are so far keeping those vehicles out. The BAW 212 T01 (often just called the 212) is the latest vehicle on the radar of overlanders and has just been confirmed…
Canada’s EV Moves Shake Up the Market
In a surprising pivot on February 5th, Canada’s Federal government announced that it is scrapping its national electric-vehicle sales mandate—a policy once positioned as a cornerstone of the country’s clean transportation transition. What had been a firm regulatory roadmap toward an all-EV auto market now gives way to a more flexible emissions-based system paired with…