The Latest Iteration of the Shoei Hornet ADV Helmet Has Arrived “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it” applies to Shoei’s established Hornet ASV platform, which has remained essentially unchanged since its inception in over a decade. Shoei’s new Hornet ADV 06 helmet, however, takes tried, tested, true and updates the helmet to meet the…
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2027 Ram 1500 TRX SRT: Mega Speed, Mega Compromises
Overlanders are a specific breed. We look for very specific non-negotiable features in a truck, and go-fast has never been at the top of the list. We want power, sure, but we also want fuel economy, comfort, a high payload rating, and reliability. The 2027 Ram 1500 TRX SRT—yes, they brought back the Street and…
Jeep Recon EV Finally on Sale
After years of teasers, delays, shifting launch dates, and questions about whether it would ever reach production, the Jeep Recon has finally gone on sale in the United States. Jeep’s first purpose built electric off-road SUV is now available to order, marking a major milestone not only for the brand but also for the future…
Honda Element Returning to Battle Bronco Sport
The unassuming Honda Element has always occupied a unique place in the overland world. When it first arrived for the 2003 model year, its boxy styling, washable interior, clamshell side doors, and practical layout divided opinions. Some buyers loved its unconventional appearance while others struggled to embrace it. Over time, however, the Element developed a…
Royal Enfield Electric Motorcycle Deliveries Begin
After 125 years of building beautiful, simple, and functional bikes, legendary motorcycle manufacturer Royal Enfield has officially entered the electric era. After years of anticipation, the company recently began customer deliveries of its first battery-powered motorcycle, the Flying Flea C6. The rollout began in Bengaluru, India, with a city-by-city expansion planned across India before the…
Forest Service Launches New Recreation Mobile App
The United States Forest Service has launched a brand new mobile app that the agency says provides the most complete and accurate collection of Forest Service recreation sites that has ever been made available to the public. The announcement came as a surprise to some given the recent wide-spread budget cuts and general reduction of…
Ford Planning More Bronco Models
Following a milestone month where Bronco sales surpassed Jeep Wrangler sales for the first time since the model’s return in 2020, Ford is making it clear that the Bronco story is only just beginning. Top Ford executives have been quoted saying many more Bronco variants are on the way. Speaking recently about the future of the…
Tundra TRD Hammer to Challenge Raptor
Toyota has spent years building a reputation for durability, reliability, and long term ownership value. What it has not traditionally been known for is building high performance desert trucks. That may soon change with the rumored arrival of the 2027 Toyota Tundra TRD Hammer, likely a direct competitor to the wildly successful F-150 Raptor. The…
Watch Desk to Glory’s Why We Overland Season 2 Today
When Season 1 of Why We Overland driven by Mobil 1 wrapped last year, Desk to Glory’s Ashley and Richard Giordano were traveling deep into the Moroccan Sahara in search of shifting dunes and elusive solitude. As ever, the globe-trotting Canadians found a little bit of both with some big surprises along the way. At the…
2027 Ram ProMaster Adds Vanlife Trim
The camper van market has grown from a niche corner of the outdoor industry into a major force shaping vehicle development, and Ram is now embracing that reality with the introduction of a dedicated Vanlife trim level for the 2027 ProMaster. Designed specifically for adventure travelers, digital nomads, and weekend explorers, the new package aims to…
GMC Unveils Hummer X Concept
The off-road SUV market has become one of the most fiercely contested segments in the automotive world, and General Motors appears ready to join the fight in a much bigger way. The recently revealed GMC Hummer X concept is clearly targeting directly at the two vehicles that currently dominate the segment: the Jeep Wrangler and…
First Drive :: BFG Trail-Terrain+ Tire Review
While the BFGoodrich Trail-Terrain+ all-terrain tire is a great original equipment (OE) tire replacement for many vehicles used for overland travel, it’s not a replacement for a KO3, KM3, or other more aggressive, and most importantly, more cut-resistant sidewall, off-road focused tire. With that said, a majority of overland travel happens on pavement, dirt roads,…
Jeep Confirms Two-Door Scrambler Pickup
For years, fans have asked Jeep to build a shorter wheelbase version of the Gladiator. Now it appears the company is finally preparing to make it happen. Buried within Stellantis’ recent FaSTLAne 2030 presentation was a teaser image that immediately caught the attention of enthusiasts everywhere. Labeled “Wrangler Scrambler,” the image appeared to show a…
Stellantis Lays Out €60 Billion Strategic Plan
On May 21st Stellantis unveiled a new five-year strategic plan to accelerate growth and profit. Dubbed FaSTLAne 2030, the ambitious plan is slated to cost some €60 Billion ($70 Billion). It outlines where the company believes the global automotive industry is heading over the next several years, and more importantly, how brands like Jeep, Ram,…
Top Gear :: Overland Expo West 2026
Someone I know who has been in the adventure travel industry for many years told me that we are currently in a “creativity crisis.” He thinks we’re stuck in a rut and that very few truly new ideas have been filtering into the overland world lately. I had this claim front and center in my…
Bronco Outsells Wrangler for the First Time
Photo credits: Ford, Jeep For decades, the Jeep Wrangler stood alone at the top of the North American off-road market. The platform was the default choice for anyone who wanted solid axles, removable doors, endless aftermarket support, and genuine trail credibility straight from the factory. From Moab to the Rubicon Trail, the Wrangler built an…
Ford’s $30k EV Pickup :: Closer to Reality?
After a recent tour of Chinese EV production facilities, Ford CEO Jim Farley has not been shy about sharing his thoughts on their impact on the global automotive industry. Farley bluntly said Ford can not compete due to the Chinese vehicles’ superior cost advantage, technology, and government subsidies. Farley went on to warn that letting…
The Extended Range EV Influx Is Coming
Extended range electric vehicles, commonly referred to as EREVs, are quickly emerging as one of the most compelling solutions for buyers who split their time between daily driving and long distance exploration. For the overland community, where remote travel and unpredictable infrastructure are part of the experience, the concept is especially relevant. What is an…
New Xterra :: Nissan Says “Badass Is Back”
The return of the Nissan Xterra has quickly shifted from rumor to reality, and if recent executive comments are any indication, this is more than a simple reboot. Nissan are making it extremely clear this is a deliberate move back into the heart of the off road SUV segment, aimed squarely at enthusiasts who value…
GMC Rumored to Bring Back the Jimmy
There can be no denying the newest generation of the Ford Bronco has been a huge success, and has taken the spotlight away from the Jeep Wrangler, a truck that once stood virtually unchallenged as the serious off-road SUV of choice. This success has not gone un-noticed, with more and more manufacturers looking to add…