Nevada-based Autarky Campers builds marine-grade expedition vehicles for “long-term stays in primitive locations.” The company takes a hands-on approach to all aspects of the build, which ensures the same level of expertise is applied from the ground up. Cue their latest offering, the formidable Autarky Vehicles V4. This no-expense-spared rig is built on a 2019…
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1998 Land Rover Discovery I :: Classifieds
The Land Rover Discovery is a popular choice for overlanding on our forum with recent examples including this 1997, 1999, and 2004. Generally speaking, the Discovery is an affordable alternative to the Defender despite offering many of the same 4WD credentials and a more luxurious interior. Cue today’s 1998 Land Rover Discovery I, which showcases…
2025 BMW R 1300 GS Adventure
BMW’s 2025 R 1300 GS Adventure is ready for the big tour. Street or dirt, solo or two-up, it’s built to go the distance with the most creature comforts this side of a Honda Gold Wing. And this is not just last year’s GS with a bigger gas tank and a few add-ons. The 2025…
2005 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD w/ Four Wheel Campers Hawk :: Classified
The full-size Silverado is an ideal platform for overland builds thanks to its generous payload, 4WD capability, and powerful V8 motor. It’s a popular choice amongst the Expedition Portal community with previous adventure-equipped examples including this 2005 Tiger CX, a 2012 Z71 with a Hallmark Guanella LX camper, and 2015 with a Four Wheel Campers’…
Toyota Australia To Phase Out Land Cruiser 70 Series V8 Engine Despite Popularity
Toyota is set to phase out the V8 engine that has powered the Land Cruiser 70 Series since 2007 while also introducing a five-speed manual gearbox for most four-cylinder variants; rumors began circulating of the demise of the V8 back in late 2023. It is worth noting that the venerable V8 is being discontinued mainly…
2016 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro :: Classifieds
The second-gen Tundra has a legendary reputation for reliability, build quality, and capability and is subsequently a desirable full-size platform for overlanding. We’ve featured a number of adventure-equipped examples recently, including this 2007 with a Four Wheel Camper Hawk and trailer, 2014 Limited Edition Crew Cab, and 2019 SR5 with a Norweld Flatbed and FWC…
2004 Ram 2500 w/ Four Wheels Campers Hawk :: Classifieds
The Ram 2500 is a favorite on our forum, with recent examples including this 2020 with an OEV Camp X, 2021 Power Wagon 75th Anniversary Edition, and 2020 with a Supertramp Flagship LT camper. The popularity of this full-size pickup for overland travel is perhaps no surprise, thanks to its 4WD capability, generous payload, well-equipped…
2003 Ford E-350 4×4 U-Joint Off Road :: Classifieds
The E-350 4×4 is the most popular van on our forum, with recent examples including this 2006 Econoline, a 2006 with a Stahl Service Body and pop top, and a 2008 Sportsmobile. A “million-mile” motor, generous interior living space, and impressive capability are just some of the reasons this platform is so desirable for travel….
1999 Ford Ranger Camper :: Classifieds
I have a lot of appreciation for off-the-shelf overland builds, but it’s hard to beat the charm of one-of-one rigs. Each offering is as unique as the owner and often incorporates ingenious features not seen in mass-produced alternatives. Necessity is the mother of invention, so it’s hardly surprising that some of the best overlanding builds…
2002 Ford F-250 Super Duty 4×4 w/ Bowens Customs flatbed and 2023 Aterra XL Flatbed Truck Camper :: Classifieds
Today’s build is the perfect confluence of old and new. A low-mileage 2002 Ford F-250 4×4 (97,393 miles) with the legendary 7.3-liter Power Stroke diesel is matched with a premium Bowen Customs flatbed and topped with an exceptionally well-equipped 2023 Aterra XL camper. It provides proven mechanical longevity alongside modern-day interior refinement, technology, and comfort….
1969 Land Rover Series IIA :: Featured Classified
The Land Rover Series I, II, and III are iconic and have played a pivotal role in forging vehicle-based adventure travel, aka overlanding, as we know it. Many of the most legendary around-the-world expeditions have been enjoyed from behind the wheel of a Land Rover, and for many enthusiasts, the Series remains the best of…
2006 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off Road w/ GoFast V2 Camper :: Classifieds
Overlanding is, first and foremost, about experiences, and to that end, the nigh-indestructible Toyota Tacoma is a great option. It remains the most popular mid-size truck on our forum by a significant margin, with recent examples including this 2017 TRD Off Road with an Alu-Cab canopy, a 2019 TRD Off Road with an AT Summit,…
1994 Mitsubishi Delica L300 4×4 :: Classifieds
In October 2023, I returned to the UK and spent five months rebuilding my Vanagon Syncro into my dream rolling home. During that time, I decided I’d need a second budget-friendly vehicle while my primary vehicle was off the road. I found a bargain Mitsubishi Delica L300 pop top (I had owned one previously and…
2006 Lexus GX470 :: Classifieds
At a glance, you may be fooled into thinking the Lexus is no more than a luxury SUV, but dig deeper, and you realize it’s a legitimate overland platform. Built on the proven J-series platform (that underpins the Prado), it showcases a body-on-frame construction, up to a 1,500-pound payload, and a 5-link airbag rear suspension….
2012 Ford F-250 w/ Hallmark Camper :: Classifieds
The F-250 is one of the most desirable full-size pickups on our forum, with recent examples including this 2000 with a Scout Kenai, 2004 with a Spacekap Diablo, and 2021 with a Northstar Liberty. It’s a favorite with the Expedition Portal and Overland Journal team with the Tremor variant being awarded Editor’s Choice in our…
2024 Toyota Tundra TRD Off Road :: Featured Classified
I always get excited when Missouri-based company Adventure Motors lists another of their epic builds to the forum. Over the years, we’ve showcased a number of their drool-worthy creations, including this 2005 Lexus GX470, 2017 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro, 2019 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro Supercharged, 2023 Toyota Tundra Limited CrewMax w/ TRD Off Road Package,…
2022 Ram 2500 :: Featured Classified
The Ram 2500 has become one of the most popular full-size pickups for overlanding, and for good reason. In stock form, it’s a vehicle suitable for backcountry travel, but it’s the availability of almost unparalleled aftermarket support that makes this platform exceptional. Publisher Scott Brady states that “while the Power Wagon gets all of the…
2000 Ford F-250 4×4 :: Featured Classified
As part of my role, I take care of Expedition Portal Classifieds and check out almost every rig posted to the forum. I see a lot of beautifully curated builds, so it takes something decidedly special to stop me in my tracks, and today’s F-250 is one of them. This 2000 model (133,000 miles) had…
2014 Toyota Tundra Limited Edition Crew Cab :: Featured Classified
There’s no shortage of suitable full-size pickups for overlanding but the Tundra remains one of, if not the best, option. Sure, there are alternatives on the market, but when it comes to build quality and reliability, the Tundra remains best-in-class. It’s for these reasons and more that Senior Editor Ashley Giordano and partner (and professional…
Tires for Overlanding Episode 4: Driving in Sand and the Dunes
Join us for episode four of our educational series on Tires for Overlanding, where we review selecting various tires, driving and recovery, vehicle preparation, Tread Lightly, and more. For this fourth episode, we discuss the fundamentals of driving in sand and the dunes, including tire pressures, leeward and windward side of the dunes, tire selection,…