Toyota never disappoints, consistently delivering vehicles that strike a balance between innovation, reliability, and thoughtful design—meeting evolving customer needs while staying true to its reputation for quality and dependability. At the 2025 SEMA Show in Las…
SEMA 2025 :: Innovation, Heritage, and Performance Unite in Las Vegas
The 2025 SEMA Show gathers the world’s leading automotive brands and innovators to unveil groundbreaking products and visionary builds that celebrate both engineering excellence and creative design. We’ve reached out to PR partners and industry friends…
Supertramp Campers Launches the Megatron: A Premium Flagship Expedition Vehicle
Long before Supertramp Campers rolled out its carbon-reinforced Megatron, another Supertramp was preaching the gospel of freedom—armed not with diesel torque but saxophones and guitars. The British rock band’s anthems (my old man’s favorites), like “Take…
Ford and Google Have Mapped the TransAmerica Trail via Street View
Ford and Google have partnered to bring the full length of the TransAmerica Trail into the digital domain via Street View. The TransAmerica Trail, a cross-country, largely unpaved route spanning from the Oregon coast to the…
Moto News Roundup :: Kawasaki Middleweight, KTM Updates, Alpinestars ADV Gear, EICMA
In our Moto News Roundup for October, Bajaj makes some big decisions about KTM production, Kawasaki teases their newest ADV offering in the middleweight class, Alpinestars debuts new riding gear, Suzuki keeps updating the V-Strom range,…
Embracing Remote Adventures: Life in a Sprinter Van with Kathy and Peter Holcombe
In this episode of the Overland Journal Podcast, Matt Scott hosts Peter and Kathy Holcombe from FamaGogo, exploring their 11-year, full-time travel journey. From their early days in a Honda Civic to their current adventures in…
Transglobal Car Expedition: The First Wheeled Surface Navigation of the Earth Through Both Geographic Poles
Photography by Max Badulin Their mornings start no different than ours—with a hot cup of coffee. Once the dregs are drained, though, their days differ wildly. Drinking water is from snow melt, the sun never drops…
Roam Overlanding Launches 7-part Africa Overland Series
Following Bound for Nowhere’s 5-part video series, the “Applied Theory of International Overlanding,” Expedition Portal and Overland Journal’s next XOverland-produced series sees South African filmmaker Adrian Abrahams undertake an unforgettable journey spanning 40,000 kilometers across Southern…
Update 10/25 – EarthCruiser has Restructured and is Back in Business
Update: EarthCruiser is back in business. Check out this article for more details. EarthCruiser USA, LLC, has announced that it will be ceasing operations, marking the end of its 16-year journey in the overland travel market….
Bidding Closes October 29 for Overland Expo Foundation’s Ultimate Overland Builds
Adventure enthusiasts and collectors have just hours left to bid on two one-of-a-kind machines that celebrate the very best in overland design and engineering. The 2025 Ultimate Overland Vehicle Build and Ultimate Overland Motorcycle Build are…
2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee Introduces Hurricane 4 Turbo and Streamlined Lineup
The 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee marks a new chapter for one of America’s most decorated SUVs, debuting the all-new 2.0-liter Hurricane 4 Turbo engine alongside interior, exterior, and technology upgrades. As part of Jeep’s broader rollout…
2026 Ténéré 700 World Raid from Yamaha
Yamaha’s latest World Raid edition of their popular Ténéré 700 adventure bike is coming to town—if your town is in Europe. Unfortunately for US riders this longer-range, electronically tricked out Ténéré won’t be on your dealer’s…
Toyota’s Global Platforms Unite: The Land Cruiser FJ and IMV 0 Share DNA and a Mission for the Majority World
The new Toyota Land Cruiser FJ and the much-anticipated IMV 0—also known as the HiLux Champ—may differ in style, purpose, and price, yet both vehicles spring from the same foundation and guiding philosophy. Each draws upon…
Overlanding with Purpose: Remote Journeys with TrailRecon
Join Matt Scott and Scott Brady on the Overland Journal Podcast as they sit down with Brad Kowitz from TrailRecon. They discuss his remarkable career transition from the US Navy to creating noteworthy content in the…
Overland News of the Week
Eezi-Awn K9 Sports Rack Kicking off this week’s overland news; Eezi-Awn has forged a reputation for excellence for its range of class-leading overlanding and camping equipment—learn more on the Overland Journal Podcast. The company has unveiled…
Gon Dirtin’ Debuts “Gon Cookin’,” a 6-Part Food and Travel Series
For many, the most enjoyable moments of an overland trip include learning about cultural practices, visiting new places, and tasting regional food specialties. But what if, after returning home, there was a way to campify the…
Bliss Mobil Unveils 13-Foot High Bed Type 4 Model with Full Wet Bath and Flexible Sleeping Layout
Bliss Mobil’s reputation spans the globe—much like their expedition campers, which can be found in some of the most remote corners of the planet. What many may not realize, however, is that it’s possible to commission…
Auriga Explorer Unveils Compact Off-Road Expedition Vehicle with Expandable Living Module
Auriga Explorer, a German startup founded in 2023, has announced the upcoming launch and production phase of an expedition vehicle that blends compact proportions with genuine off-road capability and the comfort of a self-contained living space….
Where is the World’s 2003 Land Rover Defender 110: Feature Vehicle
The idea of driving around the world as a family was one that completely consumed us once it took hold. We love exploring the world together, and some of our favorite experiences were when we had…
Nissan Plans 2028 Xterra Revival as Hybrid SUV
According to various news reports, but with no official press release from Nissan, Nissan Motor Corporation is preparing to revive its Xterra nameplate in 2028, reintroducing the rugged off-road SUV as a hybrid model. Company leaders…