Do you remember the Landwind X7 (you know, the Land Rover Evoque rip-off?). After a few years of litigation, a Beijing court, surprisingly, ruled that Landwind had copied five unique design elements of the Evoque and ordered a cease of production and sales as well as financial compensation to Jaguar Land Rover. Now, Chinese SUV…
Colorado Teardrops Unveils the Boulder :: An EV Charging Camper Trailer
Colorado Teardrops, a leading outdoor recreational vehicle manufacturer, has unveiled the Boulder, an electric vehicle (EV) charging camper trailer that provides a comfortable and luxurious camping experience while enabling EVs to achieve their original non-towing range. The trailer is a funky fusion; think Storm Trooper helmet mated to a wood cabin interior. The Boulder features…
Lightship, America’s First All-Electric Recreational Vehicle (RV)
San Francisco-based startup Lightship has announced the launch of what they claim to be America’s first all-electric recreational vehicle. The Lightship L1 is an aerodynamic, battery-powered travel trailer. The title of “first” may very well be warranted as the purpose-built trailer has a self-propulsion system that enables near-zero range or mile-per-gallon efficiency loss for the…
The Fiat Panda 4WD Returns in 2023 with an EV Option
Italian carmaker Fiat is set to release two new electric vehicles this year, one of which is expected to be a small SUV under the Fiat Panda badge. The announcement is part of parent company Stellantis’ plan to push for more EVs in Europe. The company’s European EV portfolio is set to increase from twenty-two…
Optima Batteries Hosts First Ever Off-Road Event
Optima Batteries has successfully hosted its first-ever electrified off-road vehicle event during the dust and roar of King of the Hammers race week. The Optima Unplugged event took place in Johnson Valley and was free to attend for electric vehicles capable of off-road travel, thanks to the support of partners DCE, Volta Power Systems, and…
Ineos Rumored to Release an EV Off-Roader by 2026
The internet is buzzing with news reports that Sir Jim Ratcliffe, Ineos CEO, has announced that the Ineos Grenadier off-roader will soon be joined by a smaller, electric version based on a skateboard-style platform. “I don’t know how much we’ve talked about the electric version of the Grenadier, but we’re well on with that project….
Arctic Trucks Built a Nissan Ariya for an Epic Pole-to-Pole Expedition
Arctic Trucks, a company specializing in vehicles designed for polar expeditions, has joined forces with Nissan’s design and engineering teams to equip the Ariya electric SUV to undertake a 16,650-mile trip from the magnetic North Pole to the South Pole. The collaboration aims to bring Nissan’s cutting-edge electric technology to the extreme conditions of the…
27 North Reveals the Ford F150 Based 2023 RexRover
The tall 2023 RexRover looks like a 1990’s artist rendition of what campers will look like in 2035. It is refreshing to see a camper built practically and with an interior designed by someone who has more than the briefest subscription to Architectural Digest. Sleek, plush, and ever so slightly industrial, the RexRover is sure…
Overland News of the Week
Jackery Solar Generator 1500 Pro The sound of a gas-guzzling generator in a remote campground is enough to drive a saint crazy. We camp in the wild to experience the peace and tranquility of nature and not the humdrum of an engine. Introducing the Jackery Solar Generator 1500 Pro. It has a sweet purr, has…
Favorite Overland Journal Podcast Episodes of 2022
Whether folks were driving, pumping iron at the gym, scrubbing stubborn bathroom tiles, or taking Fido for a walk, an estimated 120 million listeners tuned in to an endless supply of podcasts in 2021. This figure will undoubtedly rise by the end of 2022 as podcast popularity continues to grow and the holiday season wraps…
Mercedes-Benz Concept EQT Marco Polo Revealed
As the motoring industry embraces EVs and straight-off-the-showroom-floor campers, Mercedes-Benz has combined both in a compact and attractive package. Scheduled to be launched in the second half of 2023, the EQT Marco Polo will offer buyers the reliability and driver experience expected from the brand with a practical and fully electric small van based on…
Is It a Bollinger, Is It a Defender? Yes and No. It Is the Munro MK1
You might be forgiven for thinking that the boxy Scottish Munro EV MK1 is a repurposed Bollinger EV SUV as the two vehicles are remarkably similar. The reason for this is quite simple: Ross Compton, the creative force behind Munro MK1 was, before the shelving of the Bollinger B1 and B2 SUVs, a member of…
Canoo Delivers Light Tactical Vehicle to US Army for Analysis and Demonstration
Canoo has delivered its new light tactical vehicle (LTV) to the United States Army for Analysis and Demonstration in fulfillment of a $67,500 contract awarded in July 2022. The $70,000 question is, will the single-cab configuration of this unique vehicle be made available to the civilian market? If it’s good enough for the US military,…
Nissan e-4ORCE System: A Revolution in All-Wheel-Drive Electrified Technology
Nissan recently introduced the state-of-the-art e-4ORCE technology into the European market, and the technology will debut in the Nissan X-Trail and Ariya compact crossover SUV. e-4ORCE is touted as a new and unique all-wheel-drive system specifically engineered for electric and electrified vehicles to offer confident and reassuring performance in all conditions. Essentially, the system will…
The Alpha CAMP EV Collaboration Concept is Lit
If you have yet to visit the Alpha Motor Corporation website or YouTube channel, you are in for a treat. Any gearhead with a love of classic vehicles will find creator Edward Lee’s ’70s- and ’80s-inspired electric concept vehicles irresistible. He blends muscular and sleek lines with a minimalist and modern twist, incorporating new technology…
All-New Scout EV Moves One Step Closer to Reality
Volkswagen has pulled the curtain back just a little further on its ambitious stand-alone EV SUV brand, Scout Motors. The revival of the venerable nameplate by Germany’s largest auto manufacturer was something of a bomb-shell earlier this year. According to VW, they intend to reveal more information about the electric off-roader in early 2023, with…
Jeep, Ram, and Dodge Brands Dominate SEMA Awards
The Dodge, Jeep, and Ram brands have earned top honors at the annual Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show in Las Vegas, beating the competition thanks to votes from show exhibitors who had the honor of choosing the top trend-setting vehicles that represent the best business opportunities in the automotive aftermarket. The SEMA awards were…
The Electromod Jeep CJ Surge Concept May Save Your Classic 4×4
Debuting at SEMA 2022 today, the Jeep CJ Surge concept is custom designed and engineered to explore an efficient battery-electric propulsion system for classic Jeep models. With the recent launch of the battery-electric vehicle (BEV) Jeep Avenger at the Paris Auto Show, Jeep made clear its intention to soon have all new Jeeps running on electricity. It…
Arkady Fiedler – First person to drive an EV down the West Coast of Africa
Overlander is a relatively modern moniker for vehicle-based adventurers exploring new territories while seeking novel experiences or even a new way of life. The reality is that, in 2022, few places have not been explored on this planet. If you’re intent on being the first to lay foot on untouched lands, a trip deep into…
Volcon Enters Youth Moto Market
Volcon Inc., the first all-electric, off-road powersports company, will soon be importing youth motorcycles from Spain. Clearing the way is an exclusive co-branding and distribution agreement with Torrot Electric Europa, S.A. Volcon has secured rights to sell a new line of Torrot electric motos in most of the Western Hemisphere. Torrot will build all of…