Overland Journal Podcast host Ashley Giordano welcomes Bettina “Bea” Höbenreich and Helmut Koch to discuss the impacts of returning to ADV basics, answering the question “How minimalist can you go and still function in expedition conditions?” Join us as Bea and Helmut share their incredible journey of traveling the world on vintage 50cc motorcycles, exploring…
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The Ford Bronco EV You Can’t Have
The Ford Bronco has become one of the most recognizable names in the modern off road world, recently outselling the Jeep Wrangler it was designed to imitate. What most people don’t realize about Ford’s modern Bronco is a fully electric version not only exists, but can be had for as little as $32,000. Just not…
2014 EarthRoamer XV-LT :: Featured Classified
Since 1998, EarthRoamer has been producing no-expense-spared luxury expedition vehicles that seamlessly balance backcountry capability with uncompromising interior luxury. Over the past three decades, these overlanding goliaths have remained in a constant state of evolution, but the core mission has remained: to access remote camp spots and stay for extended periods courtesy of huge amenities…
2023 Toyota Tundra Limited Crew Max w/ Alu-Cab Canopy Camper :: Featured Classified
The Overland Collective has extensively field-proven the third-gen Tundra, most recently completing a 25,000-mile, cross-continent expedition that included traversing the West Coast of Africa. This was just one of a series of international expeditions that rigorously tested Toyota’s legendary full-size pickup (previous trips included the Nordic Series, Africa, and Return to Africa). Throughout, the third…
2020 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off Road XOverland’s “Raven” :: Featured Classified
The third-gen Tacoma is the best-selling and most proven iteration to date and is beloved by the community and Overland Collective team alike. It’s a truck that can seemingly do it all and is widely considered a pinnacle platform for remote backcountry travel. Executive Publisher Scott Brady states, “The Toyota Tacoma has remained the most…
Doug Patteson: Spycraft Travel
In this Overland Journal Podcast episode, Scott Brady interviews Doug Patteson about his journey from Texas ranching roots to a covert CIA career. Patteson details the intense recruitment process, deployments in Southeast Asia, and the vital intelligence lessons now informing his global travels: flexible planning, rapid decision-making, and the “rule of the stupids.” He highlights…
Overland News of the Week, August 14, 2026
AEV Base-size Recovery Kits The AEV Base recovery kit is a convenient, all-in-one solution for overlanders who want the essential recovery gear required for backcountry adventures. It’s available in both mid-size and full-size configurations, with each kit tailored to its respective vehicle class. These products eliminate the guesswork of building a custom kit and ensure…
36-Hour Adventures: EP1 | Sedona | Presented by General Tire
The best trips don’t always begin with months of planning or a passport stamp—sometimes they start on a Friday afternoon with a packed rig, a downloaded route, and just enough daylight to reach dirt before dark. Expedition Portal’s 36-Hour Adventures (36HRS) presented by General Tire is a video series about making the most of whatever…
Rivian R3X Delayed
When electric automaker Rivian unveiled the next generation of it’s vehicles, the R2, R3, and R3X in March 2024, the company positioned the smaller models as the key to bringing Rivian technology to a much larger audience. The R3X was the performance focused model, combining a compact footprint with serious off road capability and rally…
2022 Mercedes Sprinter 4×4 :: Featured Classified
There’s no such thing as the perfect overland rig, but if I were to recommend just one platform for living on the road or a big trip, it would likely be the Mercedes Sprinter 4×4. At its heart, the Sprinter is a commercial workhorse and is depended on globally to keep the wheels of the…
2027 CFMoto Ibex 950 Brings 112 Horsepower and Long-range Equipment to the Adventure Market
CFMoto has officially confirmed the 2027 Ibex 950 for the United States, introducing a larger and more powerful flagship to its expanding adventure motorcycle range. Having owned and traveled with an Ibex 450 for the past few months, I have been impressed by its build quality, practicality, and performance both on and off pavement. That…
Ford Confirms Sub-$30,000 Starting Price for Upcoming Fathom Electric Pickup
Ford has confirmed that its forthcoming midsize electric pickup will carry a starting manufacturer’s suggested retail price of $28,350, excluding a $1,595 destination charge. The resulting entry price of $29,945 places the four-door truck just below the $30,000 threshold and positions it as an electric alternative to compact gasoline-powered pickups and crossovers, and as a…
Ram SUV to Launch in 2028
Ram has spent more than a decade building one of the strongest truck brands in North America, but one major gap has remained in its lineup. While Ford offers the Expedition, Chevrolet has the Tahoe and Suburban, GMC sells the Yukon, and Toyota fields the Sequoia, Ram has never had a full size SUV wearing…
1998 Land Rover Defender 110 :: Featured Classified
Since the launch of the iconic Series I in 1948, Land Rover has been at the forefront of remote exploration and has produced some of the most coveted 4WDs ever made. However, for many the classic Defender is the company’s magnum opus and is widely considered a pinnacle overland platform. It’s one of a select…
2012 Coachman Freelander 4×4 Class C RV :: Featured Classified
I’ve lived on the road for almost 15 years, and it’s been one of the best decisions of my life. During this time, I’ve crossed paths with thousands of inspiring overlanders who’ve helped me to better understand the realities of vehicle travel. One key lesson is that while there’s no such thing as the perfect…
Vantastic :: The Kia PV5 Electric Van Is Coming
The electric #vanlife has finally arrived in Canada, and Kia is leading the charge with one of the most interesting new commercial vehicles to hit the market in years. The all new Kia PV5 is scheduled to reach Canadian dealerships in the fourth quarter of 2026, bringing a purpose built electric cargo van designed from…
Jeremy Bergh on Facing Mortality
Overland Journal Podcast host Scott Brady interviews Jeremy “Thor” Bergh of Alu-Cab about building his South African export-driven business and supporting over 600 employees. Bergh shares a deeply personal account of his health journey, beginning with a seizure diagnosis and a brain tumor (glioma) near critical brain regions. He details the immense challenges of managing…
Geotrek Flatiron Balances Compact Dimensions With Practical Off-Grid Capability
It is no secret that we are not a #vanlife kind of family. A while back, I wrote an article for my website that may have included an introduction comparing overlanding to Hendrix and #vanlife to Nickelback. It might also have mentioned that the good news for #vanlifers—after they had been berated for 500 words—was…
Trail Feast and Benchmade on the Alvord Playa
The Alvord Desert is one of our favorite locations in the entire USA, so when an invitation from knife maker Benchmade popped into our inbox, inviting us to a weekend of food, fun, and friends, we jumped at the opportunity. We loaded our gear into a Geotrek van and headed east from Bend, a little…
Fix Manufacturing Tools :: Field Tested
Long after my poor father gave up on trying to teach me anything mechanical, he did at least instill one important bit of wisdom: the whole “right tool for the job” thing is real. I spent $39 on a tool whose sole job is to hold my drivetrain in place so I can spin the…