At the 2023 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, the Jeep brand introduced the 2024 Gladiator. This latest iteration of the Gladiator is billed as a testament to Jeep’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of capability, technology, and refinement. Jeep expands the Gladiator family with two new models, the Mojave X and Rubicon X….
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Fall Gear Essentials—Editors’ Picks for 2023
It’s barely perceptible at first, the shortening of the days. You might notice it here and there in the background—the colder, darker mornings, a shift in the angle of the sunlight, unconsciously scooting a little closer to the campfire. Fall is my favorite time to explore off-grid. Most of the crowds from the peak travel…
Ford Announces the New Smart and Powerful 2024 Ford F-150
The Ford F Series has been the top-selling truck in the USA for the last 46 years (and the best-selling vehicle overall in the US for the last 41 years), with almost 650,000 units driven off showroom floors in 2022 alone. In 2024, Ford is set to release its latest iteration of the F-150 truck,…
Optimized Overlanding Gullwing Camper Unveiled
The Optimized Overlanding Gullwing camper is tailored for those seeking a camping solution that combines internal sleeping and storage with the ability to tackle challenging terrains through lightweight construction. Inspired by the balmy Australian climate, the gullwing design merges indoor and outdoor living, catering primarily to dry and warm regions, while its manufacturers suggest its…
Olga, The 1997 Land Rover Defender 110 : Feature Vehicle
As Theodore Roosevelt once said, “Nothing in the world is worth having or worth doing unless it means effort, pain, difficulty.” Experience has taught us that making a dream come true, more often than not, involves vision, persistence, and sacrifice. And, in the case of overland travel, making a dream come true involves a fair…
Toyota Unveils Hilux Hydrogen Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle Prototype in the UK
In a significant step towards the goal of a carbon-free future, Toyota has introduced a prototype of the Hilux hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle. The debut of this innovative vehicle is indicative of Toyota’s comprehensive strategy to attain carbon-neutral mobility by employing diverse powertrain solutions tailored to varying user requirements and global operating conditions. These…
The Ultralite TB50 Camper is Both Lightweight and Affordable
A recent post on Instagram by a popular and controversial journalist created a furor in the digital and real world. In his post, the journalist lambasted an influencer and the companies who worked with him to build an easy-on-the-eye, well-equipped, but (apparently) grossly overweight vehicle. Overloading is a problem for most overlanders, as we all…
Volcon Sets Offroad EV Stag Delivery Date For October 2023
Volcon, manufacturers of the Grunt Evo, Runt, and Brat all-electric adventure e-bikes, has announced that it is gearing up to commence shipments of its first all-terrain vehicle, known as the Stag, in October 2023. The Stag is billed as a formidable and high-performance electric UTV (Utility Task Vehicle) intended to reshape the power sports landscape…
ARB Introduces New Old Man Emu MT64 Shock Absorber Engineered for Overlanding
It is not often enough that we get properly excited by the introduction of a new product, but any new Old Man Emu product is the reason for enthusiasm. ARB’s renowned Old Man Emu brand, a global pioneer in off-road suspension systems with a rock-solid reputation, has unveiled a new shock absorber explicitly crafted to…
Leitner Designs Unveils Versatile Universal Roof Rack and Rooftop Cargo System
Leitner Designs chose to unveil their new rooftop cargo system at this weekend’s Overland Expo Mountain West. The Active Cargo System Roof and GearPod Roof integrated rooftop storage system combines a platform rack and a dedicated rooftop cargo box under the umbrella of a single brand. The two products may be used independently but are…
Finding and Restoring The First Land Rover with Richard Hammond and Grenadier : Video of the Week
JUE 477 was the first Land Rover to roll off the production line, only to find itself retired to a field and then a barn in the English countryside after a lifetime of toil. Tracked down by a group of enthusiasts, the plucky little Land Rover was then bought at auction by none other than…
EarthCruiser Unveils All-Electric GMC Hummer EV EarthCruiser Overland Upfit
The times they are a-changing. Not too long ago, some scoffed at the idea of an all-electric overland vehicle, while others heralded the EV revolution as the future of overland travel. Today, the future is here as EarthCruiser introduced the long-awaited all-electric GMC Hummer EV EarthCruiser, publicly unveiled today and set to debut at the…
The Kerfton is an Innovative Automotive Styled Camper Trailer
There is something familiar about the Kerfton camper trailer, it reminds us of a certain Japanese brand of 4WD pickup, which may very well have been the inspiration behind the design. And why not? Form follows function. As we all know, Australia produces some amazing camper trailers and in just the last year, we have…
The Vantage 2.4 Slide-On Camper is Quite Unique
At first glance, the Vantage 2.4 reminds us of only one overland camper, the venerable and unmistakable Nimbl Evolution (built in Colfax, California), as the Vantage also features a curved roof and is mounted to a flatbed (it does not, however, offer a camper to cab walkthrough). But, the Vantage 2.4, built by Active Campers…
Overland News of the Week, August 18th, 2023
Space Acacia Camping System In this week’s overland news is the Space Acacia camping system; a unique glamping tent that gives you a cozy interior while camping out in the wild. The tent is made with ultra-durable 300D Oxford cloth with a waterproof coating and can withstand wind speeds up to 45 miles per hour….
The Award-Winning Australian Xscape Camper Trailer is Packed with Innovative Features
In continuation of its legacy of building award-winning camper trailers, Ultimate Campers has introduced the highly anticipated Xscape camper trailer, a worthy successor to the acclaimed X25 model. This latest addition to Ultimate Campers’ lineup has once again secured top honors, clinching prestigious awards in Australia, including ‘Most Innovative,’ ‘Best Compact of the Year,’ and…
iKamper Expands BDV Rooftop Line With a Range of Accessories
Customizing your outdoor adventure rig is essential, as the “one size fits all” model doesn’t work and we all have our own style of travel and specific needs. The iKamper lineup of BDV (an) accessories is designed to enhance the functionality and customization options for your adventure vehicle. Noteworthy features include optimized gear storage, vista…
Toyota Unveils Upgraded Land Cruiser 70 Series in Australia
With all the fuss surrounding the recent launch of the 2024 Land Cruiser in the USA, you might not have noticed that, a day later, Toyota unveiled an upgraded Land Cruiser 70 Series in Australia! That’s the good news. The bad news is that there is no clear sign that this superb vehicle will be…
2024 Nissan Titan Unveiled
The Nissan Titan is a vehicle that probably does not get as much attention as it deserves despite an excellent reliability track record since its release in 2004 and a class-leading 5-year/100,000-mile basic warranty. Sales of the first generation Titan peaked in 2005 with nearly 87000 sales, followed by another peak of close to 53000…
Overlanding Challenges in Sandwich Harbor and Skeleton Bay, Namibia :: Video of the Week
Kai and Irati are from Germany and Spain, respectively, and are currently on a full-time overland journey. After quitting their jobs and the safety of home, they left Germany in March 2022 and traveled with their Land Rover Defender 110 to Namibia. They are currently on an adventurous journey along the Namib coast, facing the…