The combination of a compact camper mated to a robust American truck will always be a hit within the growing and ever-evolving overland scene. The Enduro Super Tourer is designed explicitly for full-size pickups, and the ultralight expedition cabin is built for extreme off-road use. The manufacturer claims it is engineered and tested to withstand…
The Gathering “Get Grounded” Event is Heading to Georgia
Staples In Tents, also fondly known as Black People Off-Road, are riding high on the success of The Gathering held in Hendersonville, North Carolina, last October. The event proved so popular that world travelers and adventurers Sonya & Necota Staples partnered with the Atlanta HBCU (Historically Black Colleges and Universities) Alumni Alliance to create an…
Arctic Trucks Built a Nissan Ariya for an Epic Pole-to-Pole Expedition
Arctic Trucks, a company specializing in vehicles designed for polar expeditions, has joined forces with Nissan’s design and engineering teams to equip the Ariya electric SUV to undertake a 16,650-mile trip from the magnetic North Pole to the South Pole. The collaboration aims to bring Nissan’s cutting-edge electric technology to the extreme conditions of the…
The DAMD Suzuki Every “Little D” Camper van kit launched in Tokyo
Are you diminutive? Do you have a soft spot for tiny camper vans with a more charming attitude than horsepower? Japanese tuner DAMD premiered their Suzuki minivan camper makeover kit at the 2023 Tokyo Auto Salon, and this little loaf has the internet buzzing. The Suzuki Every, previously known as the Carry or Super Carry,…
Jeep Launches 2023 Wrangler High Tide and Limited-run ‘Jeep Beach’ Models
To commemorate the 20th anniversary of the Jeep Beach event held annually in Daytona Beach, Florida, both the Wrangler High Tide and Wrangler Jeep Beach special-edition models will return for the 2023 model year. “Jeep Beach week is one of the biggest Jeep vehicle events in America, bringing in more than 200,000 Jeep fans and…
ARB Linx Accessory Interface Long-Term Review
ARB is, arguably, one of the most recognizable and respected brands operating in the overland and 4WD travel sector. For years we have coveted ARB products, and we were excited to find that our current overland vehicle came equipped with a host of ARB gear, namely a bull bar, front and rear lockers, rear airbags,…
Classifieds :: 1974 Pinzgauer 712 6×6 on auction
If you are looking for a vehicle with more character than a Tarantino flick, this Pinzgauer 6×6 featured on Bring A Trailer may be just the vehicle for you! This Pinzgauer 712 was manufactured by Steyr-Daimler-Puch AG in Austria, and the ambulance conversion was most likely executed by German coachbuilder Miesen. The rear box of…
Classifieds :: Royal Land Rover Series 1 on auction
Land Rovers are synonymous with the Royal family, who travel to informal events almost exclusively in Range Rovers and about their vast estates with Defenders and Series vehicles. When people comment that my Defender’s steering wheel is on the wrong side of the vehicle, I remind them that the Queen drove her Defender with the…
Feature Vehicle :: Carey Lando’s Subaru Outback
We first met Carey at Overland Expo in Flagstaff, and we were immediately impressed by her friendly confidence, sense of humor, and broad, ready smile. Carey is no weekend warrior; this mother of two is a regular of the Rebelle Rally and an explorer who travels the US extensively. Carey knows the Western USA like…
Overland Classifieds :: Ready to Travel Bucher DURO 4×4
The Bucher Duro (Durable Robust) is a Swiss multi-purpose military transport vehicle designed to travel over rugged terrain. It is similar to the Austrian Pinzgauer but has a higher payload than the Pinzgauer and weighs a mere 2.8 tons with a load rating of 3 tons. This vehicle belongs to Thomas and Claudia, and I…
Is the Hennessey Mammoth 1000 TRX Overland Edition Overpowered? Perhaps Not
How important is a surplus of engine power for overland travel? Well, it depends; how much power do you really need as you explore your chosen terrain? For overland travel in the Global South, you will generally only find a few roads where you can unleash all your pent-up horses and cruise at North American…
The Nissan Nismo Off-Road Frontier V8 Concept Showcases A Purpose Built Accessory Range
Nissan Motorsports International, aka Nismo, is a division of Nissan Motorsports & Customizing, historically focused on motorsport and performance-oriented car models for Nissan since 1984. Nissan Off-Road has a legacy of off-road competition, from the Dakar Rally to the Baja 1000, which has inspired the development of a line of Nismo-branded off-road products designed to…
The Pilot TrailSport is the Most Off-Road Capable Honda SUV Ever
Honda may not be the first name that comes to mind when we think of overland vehicles, but there is a lot to be said for and expected from a motor company with a reputation for consistently producing solid, reliable vehicles. While Honda vehicles may not have the off-piste chops of cousins Toyota or Nissan,…
Jeep, Ram, and Dodge Brands Dominate SEMA Awards
The Dodge, Jeep, and Ram brands have earned top honors at the annual Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show in Las Vegas, beating the competition thanks to votes from show exhibitors who had the honor of choosing the top trend-setting vehicles that represent the best business opportunities in the automotive aftermarket. The SEMA awards were…
The Electromod Jeep CJ Surge Concept May Save Your Classic 4×4
Debuting at SEMA 2022 today, the Jeep CJ Surge concept is custom designed and engineered to explore an efficient battery-electric propulsion system for classic Jeep models. With the recent launch of the battery-electric vehicle (BEV) Jeep Avenger at the Paris Auto Show, Jeep made clear its intention to soon have all new Jeeps running on electricity. It…
The Ram 1500 Backcountry X Concept Is All Work and All Play
Debuting this week at SEMA, the attractive and practical Ram Backcountry X Concept is designed with crossover appeal for a driver who needs both a week-long work truck and an off-the-clock adventure machine. We predict this vehicle will likely be a massive hit in the overland market. Before focusing on the ingenious load system, let’s…
Vote for the Defender Service Awards Finalists
Land Rover, inspired by selfless and passionate acts of service across the US and Canada, launched the second annual Defender Service Awards to celebrate charitable organizations’ positive impact on their local communities. The premium 4WD vehicle brand is donating a custom-outfitted Defender 130 SUV to five organizations to help further their philanthropic efforts in honor…
Full-Scale Ineos Grenadier Production Has Finally Begun!
It has been a long and impatient wait for many, but the Ineos Grenadier 4WD has made the giant leap into the final stages of production, and vehicles will soon be rolling off the factory floor. Those registered for Ineos email updates would have followed the story closely and witnessed the vehicle’s progression from a…
iKamper to Host Second Annual Sky Kamp Gathering
iKamper’s Second Annual Sky Camp will take place from October 21 to 23, 2022 at SongDog Ranch, just north of Santa Barbara, California. It’s an opportunity for the iKamper community to get together and enjoy the company of like-minded people. “Nestled in SoCal’s Ballinger Canyon, the event offers 80 miles of off-road trails, live music,…
Ford Teases New 2023 Ford Transit Trail for the USA
The Ford Transit is, by far, the best-selling commercial van in the USA. Sales have been close to double that of the closest competitor, the Chevrolet Express. Our observation has been that the Dodge Ram ProMaster 3500 is one of the most popular vans for overland travel, but this isn’t easy to quantify, and Ford…