Honda has announced that the new 2026 Passport TrailSport is currently competing in the Alcan 5000 Rally, North America’s longest endurance time-speed-distance rally. The unmodified SUV will be piloted by the inexhaustible motoring power couple Andy and Mercedes Lilienthal (crankshaftculture.com ), who previously won the 2S class in the 2024 winter edition of the event….
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Overland News of the Week, August 29th, 2025
K&N Launches Elevated Intake Kits for Bronco, Tacoma, 4RUNNER, and Jeep JK K&N Engineering has introduced its new Elevated Intake Kits, also known as snorkels, for the Ford Bronco, Toyota Tacoma, Toyota 4Runner, and Jeep JK, designed to protect engines in demanding off-road conditions. By relocating the air inlet to a higher position, the kits…
8 Overland Hacks Under $50 That Will Change Your World
Cover photo: Chris Cordes The dog days of summer have arrived, bringing adventures big and small. Long weekends and holidays mean we spend more time outdoors, seeking the coolness of mountain rivers, splashing in alpine lakes, or heading out on a trail, whether on foot, by bike, or by vehicle. Most of us use our…
Hunter RMV Unveils the Isuzu Predator XLE 4×4
Hunter RMV, the Nevada-based builder known for its rugged, custom off-road expedition vehicles, has introduced a new model designed to combine long-range off-grid capability with luxury living and extensive gear-hauling capacity. The new Isuzu Predator XLE 4×4 is the latest addition to Hunter’s lineup, built to handle remote travel while offering all the comforts of…
Smart Air Vest from Dainese :: Field Tested
The Dainese Smart Air vest is their latest innovation in air bag safety systems suitable for multi-surface motorcycle riding. Worn over or under a jacket, the lightweight vest is designed to protect back and chest in the event of a crash. D-air to the Rescue The Smart Air employs the company’s race-proven D-air technology in…
Classic Land Rover Defender Upgrades: More Capability and Greater Reliability
Our classic Land Rover Defender has been working hard since the day it rolled off the showroom in South Africa 23 years ago. “Mafuta,” as she is lovingly known, worked as a farm truck for six years before being rebuilt into our overland vehicle with a large rooftop tent for a family of four, a…
Overland News of the Week, April 11th, 2025
Scout Campers and 10 Barrel Partner to Brew Camp Coldie, the 5% IPA Camp Coldie—a classic West Coast IPA with a lower ABV—pays homage to overlanding and camping with its medium-body, subtly sweet tones with a gentle bitterness reminiscent of citrus, mango, and grapefruit. In celebration of Camp Coldie’s debut, Scout Campers is giving away…
Ford Australia announces Ranger Super Duty for 2026, Will Not Be Sold in the US
Ford has announced that the best-selling vehicle of 2024 in Australia, the Ford Ranger, will soon be offered as the Ford Ranger Super Duty. In a nutshell, this “Super Duty” variant of the Ranger is higher than standard models, has a wider track with flared fenders, and rides on 33-inch General Grabber all-terrain tires. It…
10 Overland Hacks Under $50 That Will Change Your World
Sometimes, the simplest, most inexpensive items can make a difference in your overland setup. Whether it’s a clever storage fix, a time-saving tool, or a piece of gear that solves an everyday frustration, these budget-friendly finds can seriously improve life on the road. In fact, some of these items were so effective that multiple Expedition…
Patriot Campers Debuts the Supertourer ST5: A Compact, Off-Grid Camper with Serious Capability
You may be familiar with the Australian Patriot Camper trailers if you are a fan of the awesome XOverland YouTube channel. Patriot Campers has officially revealed its latest overland offering, the Supertourer ST5, a compact off-road camper designed for rugged expeditions without compromising comfort or capability. At just 5.2 meters long and with a target…
Sena Technologies Talkie Mesh :: Field Tested
Running unmapped trails in Arizona, my wife, pooch, old Land Rover, and I have learned a new respect for the southern Sonoran desert. A smooth and easy plateau trail often heads through stock gates, down into washes, or up into the mountains, and all it takes is one wrong move, and we could be in…
Overland News of the Week, February 28th, 2025
Apply for RealTruck’s Rugged Ridge Trail Access Program This week’s Overland News begins with RealTruck. Throughout 2025, RealTruck will award $20,000 in grant funding, with one $5,000 grant awarded each quarter to organizations that align with the program’s mission. Grants are designated for use to aid education, stewardship, legal fees, or any other activity advocating…
Gerber Compleat Cutting, Knife, and Cookware Set :: Field Tested
When traveling overland and living out of a relatively small-sized rig, compactness is a key factor when purchasing any indoor item, especially when it comes to kitchenware. Pots and pans are bound to take up a large amount of space unless you opt for collapsible items. Personally, I struggle to trust collapsible cookware. I am…
Tire Repair Essentials
While most travelers envision their first field repair as a bent tie rod or a punctured oil pan, the most common malady is a damaged tire. The correct tire repair equipment can reduce the need to bring a second spare tire or even use your primary spare. Repairing the tire quickly and efficiently is the…
The Best Tie-down Straps for Overlanding
Traveling safely isn’t just about navigating challenging terrain—it’s also about ensuring your gear is secure throughout the journey. The NHTSA and CPSC report that unsecured loads alone are responsible for nearly as many US deaths on-road as all off-highway vehicle (OHV) recreation-related fatalities.¹𝄒² Remote wilderness travel usually involves some highway miles to get there. That…
Milwaukee Tools for Overlanding :: Field Tested
For decades now, I have been stubbornly living in the analog age while everyone around me goes digital, when it comes to tools at least. It was only relatively recently that I added a portable impact drill to my kit after realizing how much time and elbow grease can be saved by using a power…
Is the RC-1 the Most Expensive Camper Van Ever Sold?
Rogue Van Company has announced a milestone achievement in the van-building industry with the sale of its flagship adventure van, the RC-1, at a record-breaking price of $625,000. The sale of the RC-1, which took place in San Diego, California, on December 16, 2024, is being claimed by Rogue Van Company as the highest price…
Gerber Overland Bundle – Field Tested
There are a few products that I have been missing in my overland arsenal for a while now: a good shovel, a collapsible saw, and a portable knife that is not an EDC or pocket knife. I have tried many versions of each of these products over the years and have, more often than not,…
Hunter RMV Launches the Sherpa XLE 6×6
For some of us, the idea of an ex-military 6×6 equipped with a spacious and comfortable abode is just about perfection. It is astounding what six tires working together can achieve in an off-road environment. The Sherpa XLE is built on the robust M1089 A1 Stewart and Stevenson 6×6 chassis. This vehicle blends rugged performance…
Holiday Gift Guide
Presented by Nitto Tire and the all-new Terra Grappler G3 The festive season is upon us, and Thanksgiving is the perfect time to gather with family and friends—and perhaps drop a few hints about those Christmas gifts you’ve been eyeing! Getting out into nature is a great way to spend time with loved ones….