Honda has unveiled the Base Station Prototype, a compact and lightweight travel trailer developed by the company’s US-based research and development teams in California and Ohio. Conceived as a new entry point into camping and outdoor travel, the prototype reflects Honda’s long-standing emphasis on efficient packaging, modular design, and accessibility. The project was led by…
2017 Ram Prospector XL w/ 2018 Four Wheel Campers Hawk :: Featured Classified
The Ram AEV (“American Expedition Vehicles”) Prospector has been coined the “North American Unimog,” and is a pinnacle choice for overlanding, as discussed on the Overland Journal podcast. Automotive expert and contributor Christophe Noel states, “Like everything AEV builds, the Prospector is refined, perfectly executed, and represents the best possible version of a Ram truck….
Airstream Debuts Three New Models at the Florida RV SuperShow
Airstream has reinforced its position at the forefront of recreational vehicle design, unveiling three new products that collectively span entry-level travel, premium motorized touring, and advanced off-grid capability. The new World Traveler travel trailer, Atlas 25RT touring coach, and Trade Wind 27FB travel trailer reflect a deliberate strategy to broaden Airstream’s appeal while staying rooted…
2025 Overlanders of the Year: GrizzlyNBear Reflect on Nearly a Decade of Overland Travel
Join Overland Journal Podcast host Ashley Giordano as she sits down with Leigh and Steph Dearle of GrizzlyNBear Overland as they reflect on nine years of full-time international overland travel. Leigh and Steph dive into their daily routine, how their travel style has changed over time, and how a recent overhaul of their 2010 Land Rover Defender…
Overland News of the Week
Triple Aught Design Vortex Hoodie Kicking off this week’s overland news, TAD has unveiled a “reengineered” version of its Vortex Hoodie, which promises to be a true expedition-ready base layer. It’s manufactured with an advanced bi-component knit that balances warmth, weight, and moisture transport. The latest generation is more figure-hugging than its predecessor, which prevents…
We Will Roam Launches 5-part Australia Overland Series
Following the release of overland series from Bound for Nowhere, Roam Overlanding, Gon Dirtin’, and yours truly (Desk to Glory), Expedition Portal and Overland Journal’s next XOverland-produced series sees 2020 Overland Film Festival winners Ant Austin and Emma Brentnall of We Will Roam return to the wheel after a long and unexpected hiatus. Over a…
onX Offroad Opens Applications for 2026 Nationwide Trail Revival Projects
Last year, I bought my first electric chainsaw while exploring the Chippewa National Forest after the area had been battered by summer tornadoes. It felt good to do my part to help clear and maintain public lands—not only for my own use and enjoyment, but more importantly for the benefit of others. While cutting fallen…
2005 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon :: Classifieds
The Wrangler is without doubt the most popular 4WD within our community, with recent overland-ready offerings such as this 2005, 2015 w/ Ursa Minor, and 2021 w/ Xtreme Recon Package. It’s sold factory equipped with a heavy-duty 4WD system, Dana solid axles, front and rear lockers, off-road tuned suspension, and more. In addition, it enjoys…
The Rugged Terrain Tire Category with the Hankook Dynapro XT at Off-Road Expo 2025
The Off-Road Expo in Costa Mesa, California, provided Expedition Portal with the opportunity to meet with Hankook Dynapro Tire and one of their tire experts, Andrew Dunn, to discuss the rugged terrain tire category, while taking a close look at the Dynapro XT as an example. Presented by Hankook Dynapro Tire Rugged terrain (RT) tires have…
Expedition Portal’s 2025 Overlanders of the Year :: Leigh and Stephanie Dearle of GrizzlyNBear Overland
The American author Annie Dillard wrote, “How we spend our days is, of course, how we spend our lives.” The 2025 Overlanders of the Year, Leigh and Stephanie (Steph) Dearle, live this idea fully. Since 2017, they have traveled full-time in their Land Rover Defender (“Bear”) and Four Wheel Camper (“Grizzly”), covering more than 242,000…
Evotrex Recreational Vehicle
If you are in the market for an upmarket RV trailer that offers the comfort of a compact city apartment, sleeping space for a family of four, generous storage for outdoor gear, and the ability to remain off-grid for extended periods, the Evotrex PG5 is designed to meet those expectations. Conceived as a solution for…
Beauty and the Beast: Facing the Sublime in the Italian Alps
Photography by Richard Giordano In A Philosophical Inquiry Into the Origins of Our Ideas of the Sublime and the Beautiful (1757), Edmund Burke identified the sublime as the overwhelming sensation we feel in response to intense natural phenomena. Burke believed that sharp cracks of lightning, dizzying heights, hurricanes, storms, and waterfalls instilled a sense of…
AEV Launches the New Ford Superduty FXL Package
As the overland aftermarket has grown, a clear distinction has emerged between consumer-facing accessory companies and tier 1 component manufacturers supplying original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). What may seem like two different kinds of oranges is actually a gap as wide as the Grand Canyon. Tier one suppliers are held to the highest standards of crash…
2024 Ford F-350 Lariat FX4 w/AT Overland Aterra :: Featured Classified
The popularity of full-size pickups for overlanding has exploded in recent years, and for good reason. Executive Publisher Scott Brady states, “When we first started Overland Journal, the compact pickup was by far the most popular choice for overlanding, but that gap is quickly narrowing with full-size variants. The reason is simple—big trucks are more…
Custom Delica D:5 and Delica Mini Take Centre Stage at Tokyo Auto Salon 2026
Almost a month ago, President Trump made a comment at a press conference saying he had approved the construction of tiny cars in America, sending many American car enthusiasts into a frenzy. The notion of an affordable, pint-sized adventure vehicle has obvious appeal, and there is little doubt that Japan’s hugely popular kei cars (an…
Journey of a Young Overlander: Peter Van Stralen’s Epic Adventures with XOverland
In this episode of the Overland Journal Podcast, host Scott Brady speaks with Peter van Stralen about their adventures together on the XOverland Apex series. They explore Peter’s background, early travels with his family, and his extensive journey through West Africa. Peter also shares insights on their creative process, the challenges of managing Type 1…
The Updated AI Transformer Home Trailer Earned a CES 2026 Honoree in Vehicle Tech and Advanced Mobility
It is time once again for one of my fanciful trips into wonderland, that land of dreams, milk, and honey. While exploring southern Arizona last spring, my wife and I discovered a level patch of ground on the side of a large hill, overlooking a cool, quiet lake. “Wouldn’t it be great to have a…
2016 Ram Power Wagon w/ Four Wheel Campers Hawk Shell :: Classifieds
The Power Wagon is a pinnacle choice for off-grid exploration. Recent adventure-equipped offerings include this 2005, 2012, and 2022 w/ Enduro Camper. It’s one of a select few full-size pickups engineered from the factory with the backcountry in mind, incorporating impressive hardware and intelligent onboard assists to tackle the toughest terrain. Automotive expert Chris Cordes…
Overland Conservation: Beaches and Oceans
Photography by Leander Nardin/Akela World Am I the only one who has willed my eyes to stop blinking when confronted by a vibrant sunset at the beach? I can’t bear to miss a moment. Salt particles suspended in the air cause shorter wavelengths of light, like violet and blue, to scatter. As a result, showy…
2025 Off-Road Expo with Expedition Portal and Hankook Dynapro Tire
The southern California coast in October is just about perfect. Temperatures are pleasant throughout the day, and the crowds of vacationers are relatively light. The Expedition Portal team visited Costa Mesa to attend the 2025 Off-Road Expo at the Orange County Fairgrounds and explore the area from the beach up into the mountains. The event…