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A white Overlander camper van with a pop-up roof is parked among tall, slender trees in a misty forest. The ground is covered in green shrubs, and thick fog shrouds the background, creating a tranquil, mysterious atmosphere.

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Drive Nacho Drive is underway!

Another great couple is about to hit the road! Brad and Sheena have just quit their jobs and are embarking on a round-the-world trip in their VW Volkswagen. We are not sure yet if their biggest challenge will be the multiple border crossings, or maintenaining a 1984 Westfalia across multiple continents! But in any case…

Close-up of a glass bottle labeled 100% GUATE next to a candle in a dimly lit, overland-style setting. The blurred background reveals other bottles and warm lighting, evoking the cozy ambiance of an Overlanding adventure.

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Arizona to Guatemala: Driving a Defender 110 OUT of the U.S., part 3

Phase 3: Guatemala

When we finally crossed into Guatemala, we had to pay a few bucks for some sort of mandatory agricultural spray on the underside of the vehicle.

A bronze statue of a seated woman holding a jug, pouring water onto her dress, graces the lush greenery and trees—an inviting oasis for any overlander pausing in this tranquil outdoor garden setting.

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Arizona to Guatemala: Driving a Defender 110 OUT of the U.S., part 2

Phase 2: Southeastern Mexico

… we dropped down to the expansive sea-level marshlands in the state of Tabasco …

View from an Overland vehicle entering a curved tunnel with white walls and orange lighting, creating a sense of motion blur as the road bends to the right.

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Arizona to Guatemala: Driving a Defender 110 OUT of the U.S.

Phase 1: Intro; Northern/Central Mexico

Most Americans drool over the legendary Land Rover Defender 110, and especially ones newer than 25 years old, which cannot be legally imported & registered in the United States.

A silver 4x4 Mitsubishi Fuso Canter Overlander expedition vehicle drives off-road on a dirt path, kicking up dust, with trees and grass in the background.

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The Fuso Earthcruiser

We take a look at one of the baddest campers around

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Auspit: An Interview with Jon Sattler

Auspit is an Australian made portable rotisserie that is lightweight and packable. With several configurations the Auspit provides a unique cooking solution for an overland camp or for your back yard!

A white pickup truck with large tires is parked on dirt, ready for overlanding adventures. It has Expeditions West written on the side, a truck bed tent set up, and camping gear like a cooler, chair, and canopy arranged nearby among desert shrubs.

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Sport Masters All-Purpose Awning

Light weight and compact storage dimensions.

A white Toyota pickup truck, perfect for overlanding, is parked with a large tarp attached as a shaded canopy. The truck bed holds a bicycle, and sturdy metal poles support the setup—ideal for any adventurous overlander.

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Camp Awning

I wanted to make an awning that would interface with my Thule rack, and provide an easy set-up/tear down. This is an initial prototype, but it has proven to work pretty well. Awning Design Rack Parts: Thule Parts- Thule Hull-A-Port Kayak Rack (835) Thule QuickDraw Ratcheting Boat Straps (855) Thule Aero Foot…

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Interview with Alan Feld of Sportsmobile West

Sportsmobile is celebrating their 50 year anniversary and we caught up with President, Alan Feld at the Washington Overland Rally to talk a little about their history and newest offerings.

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Jumping Jack Trailer

Overview of Trailer Use for Vehicle Dependent Expedition Travel

A white pickup truck tows an off-road camping trailer labeled Chaser Adventure Trailers along a rocky desert trail. Equipped with large tires and an Overland rooftop tent, it's the perfect setup for serious Overlanding adventures.

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Adventure Trailers Chaser Model Review

We take a look at one of the best trailers on the market, the Adventure Trailers Chaser

A large, rugged Mercedes-Benz Zetros with off-road tires and mounted lights is parked on a snowy landscape at dusk, illuminated by exterior lighting.

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Mercedes-Benz Zetros 2733

A 6×6 in operation as a luxurious hunting and expedition vehicle.

Close-up of a white Land Rover's front with branding visible, parked on rocky terrain. Three more overlanding vehicles are seen in the background on a desert hillside with sparse vegetation.

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Arizona Land Rover Rally

The Arizona Land Rover Owners club provided another exceptional event in 2011, hosting over 70 vehicles and hundreds of Land Rover enthusiasts in Gold Canyon. This is one of my favorite events every year because of the level of organization and the fact that I have known many of these characters since 2001! They really are a…