What an exciting time to be an overlander; the 4WD market is burgeoning with impressive offerings and more capability and capacity than ever. Toyota is the world’s largest auto manufacturer (by volume), working hard to retain…
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Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe Trailhawk—The Ultimate Overland Grand Cherokee?
Scott Brady reviews the new Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe Trailhawk, which has proven to be the most comfortable and capable Grand Cherokee ever released. From the center and rear locking differentials to the 31-inch tires, multi-height…
Defender 90 Dreams—The Joys of the D90, and the Case For Less
Overlanding needs a diet, a boundary against bloating, fasting from fast, and a menu where minimal is maximal. When Aloha Wanderwell became the first woman to drive around the world, she used a Model T, which…
Worldschooling and Overland Travel
Editor’s Note: This Worldschooling article was originally published in Overland Journal’s Spring 2023 Issue. Lead photo by Korey and Anna Hart Worldschooling is a style of education that recognizes the value of children traveling to international destinations…
1997 Ford F-350 Camper Bringing Dreams to Life :: Featured Vehicle
With a shared background in engineering and an unquenchable thirst for adventure, Italians Antonio and Valentina have, since falling in love, embarked on a journey that would not only reshape their lives but also redefine their…
Patriot Campers Debuts Gen2 Model Range of Camper Trailers
If you want to learn about business, speak to an American; if you’re going to learn about engineering, the Japanese have you covered. And, if you want to learn a thing or two about off-road trailers,…
Helinox Lightweight Camp Furniture :: Field Tested
Camp furniture suffers some of the most constant and careless abuse of any of our gear. Left out in the rain, pounded with UV rays, tossed into the back of pickups, and subjected to pets, kids,…
The New Brüder EXP-7 Trailer Blends Luxury and Aussie Toughness
Catering to well-heeled adventure seekers and outdoor enthusiasts, Brüder, based in Brisbane, Australia, has emerged as a leading name in the outdoor trailer industry thanks to its range of highly capable outdoor trailers. Their latest offering,…
Honda Will Sell the Transalp Adventure Bike in America
The mid-size adventure motorcycle market has seen quite a few entrants in recent years, with welter-weight ADV bikes from nearly all the major manufacturers (and most of the small ones) available, save for one. That may…
Spotting the One-Horned Rhinoceros in Kaziranga National Park :: Destinations
There are only two places in the world where the one-horned rhinoceros still lives in the wild: Nepal and India. With 2600 of these incredible beasts in Kaziranga National Park in Assam, India, you can’t visit…
New Honda SCL500 Scrambler
With the new SCL500 Honda has found yet another home for its 471cc parallel-twin four-stroke, the motor that powers their Rebel 500, CB500X, CB500F and CBR500R models. This time it’s another take on the scrambler style…
The EarthCruiser Evado Is a Van for Global Travel
When EarthCruiser (EC) announces a new model, it’s big news. The Bend, Oregon-based manufacturer moves methodically, only adding the TerraNova expedition vehicle to its long-standing Mitsubishi- and Isuzu-platformed EarthCruisers in the last year. But they’re on…
Expedition One’s New Defender Range of Products
The new Land Rover Defender walks in the shadow of an off-road and overland giant, the Classic Land Rover Defender, which some claim as a classless vehicle that only does essential things. And ever since the…
Finding Shackleton :: Video of the Week
Dana grew up in Zambia, where she and her family spent time camping in Luangwa. Her parents drove an old Land Rover and pitched tents in the bush, providing perfect opportunity for barefoot wanders through the…
Episode 147 Andrew St. Pierre White Shares the Stories of 4x Overland
Show Notes for Podcast #147 Andrew St. Pierre White Shares the Stories of 4x Overland Summary: Scott Brady interviews Andrew St. Pierre White about his stories, films, books, and overland adventures around the world by 4WD. …
VAHNA Motorcycle Film Festival – Submissions Now Open
VAHNA, a lushly illustrated and beautifully written print magazine that features motorcycle stories from all over the globe, has announced that submissions are open for the 2023 VAHNA Motorcycle Film Festival and competition presented by Triumph…
The Tuff Track Escape is Almost an Award Winner Down Under
The Ozzies are crazy about the bush and the beach, and they are mad about trailers and campers, and 4WDs; over the years, the Australian outdoor industry has proven to be innovative, with a reputation for…
The VanCubic Modules Are Genius
VanCubic is based in western Spain, just south of the city of Pontevedra and a stunning coastline where vans and campers hug the hilly shore, and yachts of all sizes and value bob on the clear,…
Mercedes VAN.EA Platform To Launch in 2026
Starting in 2026, Mercedes-Benz will be moving all of its van architecture to modular EV underpinnings for both commercial and private applications. The upcoming Mercedes VAN.EA platform is different from the new 2024 eSprinter that just…
Roofnests’ Condor 2 New Foldout Rooftop Tents
Rooftop tents have come a long way from the bulky, side-hinged canvas, aluminum, and wood tents that popularised the concept in the late ’90s and early ’00s. Innovation is the name of the game for modern…