Overland Journal Podcast host Ashley Giordano interviews Jess and Dave of Global Traces from Lake Issyk-Kul, Kyrgyzstan, about five years of overlanding in their MAN HX60 expedition truck with their dog Otis and five-and-a-half-year-old daughter Isla. They explain why they chose a truck for long-term autonomy and comfort, how they bought an ex-British military HX60…
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Off-Road Motorsports Hall of Fame Launches Future Legends Scholarship Program
The Off-Road Motorsports Hall of Fame (ORMHOF) recently announced the launch of the Future Legends Scholarship Program, a new initiative designed to invest in the next generation of leaders who will shape the future of off-road motorsports. The program will award five scholarships totaling $25,000 to individuals and organizations demonstrating excellence in media, advocacy, and…
EXCLUSIVE :: Limited Edition Sitka x Scout Camper
There are truck campers designed to make camping comfortable and easy, and then there are campers designed with the mantra that the journey itself is the point. Taking that to heart, Scout Campers teamed up with Sitka Gear to design and build a limited edition camper that falls squarely into the second category. This premium…
2023 Toyota 4Runner TRD Off Road Premium :: Premium Classified
Before we dive into one of the most impressive fifth-gen 4Runners we’ve featured, I want to take a step back and share why I believe Toyota continues to set the benchmark for overland vehicles. Whether it’s the Tacoma, Tundra, Sequoia, Land Cruiser, or indeed the 4Runner, the build quality and reliability are second to none….
Tight Loops | Two in the North driven by Mobil 1 | Season Finale LIVE
For months, Aimee and Chase Bartee have been steadily working their way north. What began on Vancouver Island has carried them through British Columbia, the Yukon, and deep into Alaska, following wild fish, unfamiliar roads, and a long-held curiosity about what they might find at the far edge of the map. In the fifth and…
Field Tested :: Alu-Cab ModCap Canopy Base
For years, I ran an RSI SmartCap on my Ford Ranger. It’s a canopy that’s hard to fault—stylish, sleek, and built with clean lines that give any vehicle a polished, factory-fresh look. I loved how refined it made my rig look; it had presence, and it turned heads. But as my trips became longer and…
2015 Four Wheel Campers Fleet :: Featured Classified
I’m a champion of the truck and slide-in camper combo since it’s one of the most versatile configurations for overlanding. The ability to seamlessly remove the camper when not in use retains your vehicle for everyday commuting/work, and since many offerings are completely self-contained they can be utilized as a static home base (great for…
2024 INEOS Grenadier Station Wagon :: Premium Classified
The INEOS Grenadier went into production in 2022 and was an immediate disruptor to the segment. In fact, it was arguably the first production vehicle engineered from the ground up with overlanding in mind and was, for all intents and purposes, built to endure the rigors of around-the-world exploration. With any new vehicle, there’s understandable…
Overland News of the Week, August 28, 2026
iKamper and Rivian Launch New Skycamp 4.0 DLX Rooftop Tent Suitable for the Rivian R2 and R1S, the new Skycamp introduces an HC Staircase and an electrical junction box that routes power from a compatible external 12-volt source. Additional campsite functionality includes independently dimmable interior and exterior lighting, dedicated HVAC and electrical passthroughs, and USB-A,…
Principles of Overlanding: Rugged Terrain Tires
Overland Journal Podcast host Matt Scott and Scott Brady discuss rugged terrain (RT) or “hybrid” tires as a third category between all-terrain (AT) and mud-terrain (MT), arguing RTs let ATs and MTs stay true to their strengths while better matching overlanders’ highly variable use case. They compare void ratios, noise/vibration/harshness, tread life, snow and wet-road…
2023 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Duramax w/ Aluma flatbed and Custom Camper :: Featured Classified
Full-size pickups are an optimal choice for those planning heavier overland builds. Rigs get overloaded quickly once you start adding a camper, fuel/water, spare parts/tools, outdoor equipment, and people, and it’s all too easy to drastically exceed the payload of a mid-size truck. As more people than ever transition to remote work and alternative living,…
Motsmann Engineering Introduces the 2027 Outranger Fiberglass Off-Road Camper
The ultimate long-term overland vehicle, in my admittedly biased opinion, is a classic Defender with a galvanized chassis beneath its aluminum body. Lightweight and resistant to rot and corrosion, it is the kind of vehicle that can last for decades while continuing to serve faithfully. And who does not love the Defender’s boxy profile? Motsmann…
BYD Denza Set to Take on Defender and Land Cruiser
If you made a list of all the vehicles most likely to make Toyota and Land Rover nervous, the Chinese BYD Denza Bao 5 deserves a spot near the top. This is a rugged, ladder-frame SUV designed from the ground up to take on the Defender and Land Cruiser, combining traditional four-wheel-drive hardware with an…
2011 Mercedes Sprinter Whitefeather 4×4 :: Featured Classified
The Mercedes Sprinter is ubiquitous around the world and plays a key role in keeping the wheels of economy turning. It’s a platform depended on within the commercial sector and chosen for its legendary reliability, build quality, driveability, and parts availability (Mercedes’ global infrastructure is hard to beat). The factory 4×4 (technically AWD unless specially…
Overland Events and Rallies You Don’t Want to Miss This Fall 2026
AMERICAN NORTHWEST KTM Adventure Rider Rally When September 17–19, 2026 | Where Kellogg, Idaho The KTM Adventure Rider Rally heads to the Silver Mountain Resort for its 21st Anniversary edition this September. The event kicks off with the Ready to Race experience, where adventurers begin with a rally and, from there, shift into ride days….
Ford Planning a Bronco Pickup
Not content to rest on their laurels after the Bronco outsold the Jeep Wrangler for the first time ever, reports indicate Ford are now aiming to take a slice out of Jeep Gladiator sales too. According to Automotive News, Ford is developing a pickup version of the Bronco that could arrive before the end of…
2021 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off Road w/ Alu-Cab Camper :: Featured Classified
The third-gen Tacoma is the best-selling and most proven to date and continues to dominate the mid-size category. It’s the pickup of choice for those seeking a minimalist setup that prioritizes experiences above all else and is subsequently a figurehead of the North American overlanding community. Whether you’re planning weekend adventures or an around-the-world trip…
2003 Land Rover Discovery II :: Featured Classified
Is there any vehicle as evocative as a classic Land Rover when it comes to overlanding? Whether it’s a Series, a Defender, or indeed a Discovery, they’ve all played a fundamental role in pioneering vehicle travel. However, it’s fair to say that the Discovery is somewhat underappreciated in light of the almost unparalleled success and…
Defender Dakar Translates Rally-Raid Engineering Into a Road-Legal 4×4
The “new” Defender has faced controversy since its launch, having been given the nearly impossible task of replacing a legend. Critics (myself included) argued that it was too modern, relied on too many electronic control units, and would never prove as dependable or capable as the classic model. My experience with the L663, however, has…
Rachael Elseman and the Overland Expo Foundation
Overland Journal Podcast Host Scott Brady interviews Rachael Elseman, executive director of the Overland Expo Foundation and Overland Collective event coordinator. Rachael discusses living off-grid in a self-converted school bus in Baja, managing solar power and water. She also details bicycle touring from Vancouver to Tijuana after working in Alaska, sharing lessons on minimalism and…