Within a few minutes of reviewing the images and video of the new Hummer EV, I was quite honestly in shock. Not only did the new Hummer look really good, it included a list of attributes, features, and technology that brought the future of electric vehicle travel to reality. To see the vehicle navigating Moab…
Ford Unveils Overland Concept at Bronco Super Celebration East
Currently taking place in Townsend, Tennessee, the Bronco Super Celebration East is an event dedicated to all things Bronco. And Ford is present, making sure we continue to see just how fun and versatile the new Bronco can be with a Bronco overland concept build. This special 4-door model is on display at the event…
The Inaugural Panhandle Overland Rally Hits Idaho
The first annual Panhandle Overland Rally was held this past weekend from October 2-4, 2020, in the idyllic, forested Mountain Mafia Off-Road Park, 10 miles north of Bonners Ferry, Idaho, and approximately the same distance from the Canadian border. About 200 overlanders descended from all over to a privately owned alpine spread covering nearly 100…
Nissan Launches Their Frontier NISMO Accessories
Editor’s Note: This is an unedited press release from Nissan North America. The Nissan Frontier is a highly suitable option for both domestic and international overland travel. We also enthusiastically support the Rebelle Rally (@rebellerally) and Team Wild Grace (@team.wild.grace) in this endeavor. Team Wild Grace co captains Sedona Blinson and Lyn Woodward have high…
EarthCruiser Launches the New Terranova Expedition Camper
As the overland and expedition travel market grows, so comes the luxury of choice for the consumer. The industry is filling in the gaps in function, form, and budget, offering a broad range of models to suit the needs of any traveler. And it is most certainly the full-size truck camper segment that has not…
Navigator Tana White joins Nena Barlow and Ram Truck at Rebelle Rally 2020
As the Rebelle Rally draws closer and anticipation continues to build, the race developments get more and more exciting. Nena Barlow and Ram Truck’s team, Team 4 Corners, has officially announced their navigator for the upcoming race. Tana White will climb into the passenger seat, replacing Chris Mayne of Paris, France, who had to pull…
The Hybrid Electric Jeep Wrangler is on the Horizon
Jeep is calling it the Wrangler 4xe, and according to them, it will be the “most technically advanced and eco-friendly Wrangler ever,” but it’s not the first hybrid from Jeep. The Renegade 4xe and Compass 4xe models, which were introduced in Geneva last year, already arrived in Europe this summer. Fiat Chrysler Auto says that…
Dates for 2021 Sonora Rally Announced
Sonora, the second largest state in Mexico, is a culturally rich desert environment well-known for its rich copper deposits, ample sunshine, and lack of rainfall. Sonora is home to ancient societies dating back to 1500 BC, including the Yaquis, Mayos, and Cucapas, who are still active within the state. It is a region that saw…
Suzuki and ARB Collaborate on New Fourby Kit
If you prefer your 4WDs tiny, then the Australian market’s Suzuki Fourby could be pint-sized perfection. This modern Jimny has some updates that increase the entire driving experience, including a larger displacement engine, modern safety components, and a new infotainment system. Knowing that would-be customers will be looking for quality aftermarket gear to outfit this…
The Jeep Wagoneer Returns
The all-new Grand Wagoneer concept marks the rebirth of a classic and premium American icon, providing a vision of what the modern expression of the original ultimate premium SUV can be. The Jeep Wagoneer has always served backcountry travelers, providing the storage volume and payload needed to haul a family or group of adventurers into…
ARB Launches Their New Upper Control Arms
There are numerous reasons to upgrade your suspension, including managing increased load, achieving additional ground clearance, and improving ride/handling/control. As we add additional lift, it often affects alignment, including reaching the limits of factory alignment ranges. This is where the new ARB upper control arms (UCAs) come in. Unfortunately, most aftermarket upper control arms do…
Jessi Combs Foundation Scholarships Support Women’s Trade Careers
Legendary female racer and world record holder Jessi Combs lived to push the boundaries of what was possible. And now, a year after she established the new land speed record as the World’s Fastest Woman according to the Guinness Book of World Records, the Jessi Combs foundation is continuing her work of pushing boundaries…
EV/PHEV Designation to Debut at 2020 Rebelle Rally
Every day we inch closer to the 2020 Rebelle Rally, we get more excited, and the recent announcement of the electrified designation for electric vehicles and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles in the race has added a whole new layer of excitement to the competition. The year 2020 marks the fifth anniversary of this all-female, map-…
Secure Anything with Mac’s VersaTie System
L-track, or logistic track, is a tie-down system designed for securing airplane seats and cargo. But L-track is also right at home in RVs, overlanding rigs, campervans, and trucks where it has been used for everything from mounting modular cabinetry to tying down motorcycles. If you are unfamiliar with L-track, it’s a machined aluminum or…
MaxTrax Releases Their Newest Color :: Turquoise
Overland News There are few overland products as recognizable and as universally useful for backcountry travel as a few sets of MaxTrax. For over a decade, we have used MaxTrax for remote travel. And when we needed them, we really needed them. In recent years, they have expanded the product line to include the new…
The World’s Fastest Production 4WD? The Ram TRX
For those looking to cross the Gobi Desert really fast, look no further than the newly announced 702-horsepower Ram 1500 TRX. (Editor’s Note: Manufacturer’s unedited press release below) All-new 2021 Ram 1500 TRX: Quickest, Fastest and Most Powerful Mass-produced Truck in the World With 702-horsepower 6.2-liter Supercharged HEMI® V-8 Engine 2021 Ram 1500 TRX Engineered…
Jeep Gladiator Farout Overland Concept
It is difficult to believe that the 2020s have become the golden era of North American overland vehicles, with solid axles, lockers, and diesel motors now available from the factory. And not only all of that goodness, but engineers and designers who “get it”. . . who live it! Their new Farout concept vehicle builds…
Virtual Summer Overland Expo: Saturday, August 8
Virtual Summer Overland Expo is Tomorrow, Saturday, August 8 Set yourself a reminder: the first-ever Virtual Summer Overland Expo is tomorrow, Saturday, August 8, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. PDT. Lodestone Events, the world’s premier overland and adventure travel event series production team, is running the show, and they have lined up a generous…
EarthCruiser Announces Their CORE DIY and Commercial Offerings
As the overland vehicle market continues to expand, there is more opportunity for recreational vehicle manufacturers to offer commercial and do-it-yourself (DIY) variants of their proven platforms. EarthCruiser is a leader in the cab-over segment, which allows them to leverage their notable experience with 4WD systems and off-highway performance (the founders have decades of offroad…
Interview With Rachelle Croft of Expedition Overland
In 2011, Rachelle Croft was in the midst of an intense period of motherhood. Her youngest of three sons had just turned one. Her husband, Clay, was on the road and traveling frequently. “Honestly, I was definitely a little depressed. I loved our boys but missed adventure. At that time, I didn’t realize that being…