Vox was born in the bush of rural Mozambique back in 2008. Moved by the staggering number of children sick & dying from preventable water-born diseases, they decided to roll up their sleeves and do something about it. The word VOX is Latin for “voice” and Vox’s motivation centers on bringing practical, real-time hope to the voiceless of the world.
Nonprofit Vox United has an Overland Heritage Read More ⟶
The Stahlratte has provided overland motorcyclists with an alternative to putting their bikes in containers in order to traverse the Darien Gap between Panama and Colombia. After 37 years, the ship will conclude service this spring due to pandemic-related travel decline and restrictions.
The Last Sail of the Stahlratte Read More ⟶
With an eye on tradition, Filson, the Seattle-based outdoor gear maker, teamed up with Meta for the launch of their new line of riding gear. Filson’s rugged outerware is made of natural materials and pairs perfectly with Meta’s short film for a healthy dose of two-wheeled inspiration.
Extraordinarily Present: Filson, Meta, and Moto Gear Read More ⟶
In the sea of new electric vehicle concepts, one stands out because of the classic roadster styling with a touch of off-road toughness. The Alpha Motors Jax is an all-wheel-drive EV with big tires, a roof rack and off-road lights.
EV Coupe Mixes Roadster Styling with Off-Road Capability Read More ⟶
Shelby American, the brand that makes insane performance variants of virtually every Ford pony car and pickup truck, has released its take on the full-size 4×4. It’s called the Super Baja. And it produces two-and-a-half times the torque as the Power Wagon.
Power Wagon Who? Shelby’s Super Baja Gives Ram a Run for Its Money. Read More ⟶
Our friends at Taxa Outdoors have always made lightweight, go-anywhere, mobile habitats that allow users to be part of nature – but with an interior space to sleep in at night. These trailers have always been well-designed and rugged, but they just didn’t have the ground clearance and suspension to make them a viable pull-behind for most backcountry travel.
Taxa Outdoors Overland Trailers are Built for Adventure Read More ⟶
Exciting news out of Grand Rapids, MI where Buell Motorcycles has just announced they are returning to production with a bang. That bang comes in the form of promising 10 new motorcycles by 2024, including dual-sport, touring and high-performance electric models.
Famed and Once-Defunct Motorcycle Brand Buell Returns to Production Read More ⟶
Land Rover revealed the all-new Defender V8 for the 2022 model year. It’s powered by a Land Rover-developed supercharged 5.0-liter gasoline V8 that churns out 518 horsepower and 461 foot-pounds of torque. It will do 0-60 mph in 4.9 seconds on the way to its 149-mph top speed.
This Is the First Defender Designed to Drift (Safely) Read More ⟶
Harley Davidson is an undeniable powerhouse of motorcycle manufacturing and when they hit the dirt, they mean business. Beyond being a capable big-bore adventure bike, the release of the Pan America 1250 makes Harley a player in the adventure category and things are about to get interesting.
Harley Davidson’s Pan America Means Business Read More ⟶
Vanlife is all the rage now but Chrysler could have been on the cutting-edge of off-road vans in the 80’s. The off-road Dodge Caravan was moments from premiering at the Chicago Auto Show when it was pulled and cancelled.
The Vintage Off-Road Van That Jeep Cancelled Read More ⟶
Overland Expo, the world’s premier event series for do-it-yourself adventure travel enthusiasts, announced its first-ever ‘Ultimate Overland Motorcycle Build’ based on the 2021 Honda Africa Twin. Partnering with Honda Powersports, Overland Expo and its staff of seasoned and passionate overlanders will outfit the Africa Twin, transforming the already-capable adventure motorcycle into the Ultimate Overland Motorcycle.
Overland Expo Announces First-Ever Ultimate Overland Motorcycle Build Read More ⟶
Our friends at MC Ranch Overland, makers of the Original Fire Reflector just launched a new contest to win one of their fire reflectors and we thought you might want to enter.
Win an MC RANCH Overland Original Fire Reflector Read More ⟶
The Easter Jeep Safari Event in Moab, Utah will be extra exciting this spring with Jeep set to unveil a 100% battery-powered Wrangler BEV (battery electric vehicle) concept vehicle. It is expected that the production model will be available for sale to the public in the fall of 2021 or in the beginning of 2022.
An Icon Innovated? Jeep Teases Wrangler EV Concept Vehicle Read More ⟶
Your sourdough starter isn’t the only thing that’s grown exponentially during the pandemic. Off-road motorcycle sales are through the roof, despite an otherwise gloomy year, as more people took to the trails in search of pandemic relief.
Rising Faster than Sourdough, Powersports Sales Are Going Strong Read More ⟶
Bison Overland Campers popped up as a result of pandemic downtime and has bloomed into an up-and-coming camper company building budget conscious campers that don’t skimp on performance. These made in America campers are well-built and offer a budge-friendly option compared to other pop-top camper alternatives.
Look Inside Bison Overland Camper Headquarters Read More ⟶
Turns out, Land Rover isn’t quite done with the old Defender. It’s bringing it back from the annals of history and reviving it for just 25 lucky customers. The resurrected Defender is called the Defender Works V8 Trophy. The cheapest of the bunch, the 90, starts at $271,030.50.
Land Rover Is Building 25 More Original Defenders — Starting at $271,00 Read More ⟶
If you’re looking for a fun desert trip with like-minded adventurers right before desert season officially ends, you might want to check out the California Four Wheel Drive Association’s (Cal4Wheel) Death Valley Experience.
Cal4Wheel’s Death Valley Experience 2021 Read More ⟶
Two Rivian R1T prototypes accompanied Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman from Argentina to Los Angeles during “Long Way Up.” The Rivian engineers used the 13,000-mile journey as a test drive, and have made several exciting improvements to the vehicle based on the 100 days it spent on the road in South and Central America.
Takeaways from a 13,000-mile, All-Electric Journey Read More ⟶
Motorcycles to the rescue! Electric motorbike manufacturer, CAKE, has teamed up with Goal Zero solar and Southern African Wildlife College to thwart poachers in Kruger National Park. With a combination of off-road durability and solar charging capability, the CAKE Kalk AP motorcycle is designed specifically to combat poaching and protect endangered species from extinction in one of Africa’s largest game reserves.
Saving the World (& African Rhinos) with CAKE’s Electric Motorcycle Read More ⟶
After a hiatus as a car-like crossover, the 2022 Nissan Pathfinder has been redesigned back in the direction of its SUV roots. Enhanced styling, a more comfortable interior, and a new transmission make the Pathfinder a contender in the midsize market.
New Nissan Pathfinder Returns to SUV Roots, and Your Nearby Trails, in 2022 Read More ⟶
Ram is now selling its 1500 half-ton pickup trucks for Australian market. And that means that iconic Australian off-road brand ARB now has a series of gear for the full-size American truck.
Thanks to ARB, Ram 1500 Trucks Can Now Conquer the Outback Read More ⟶
Anyone who has spent any amount of time living out of their rig knows that it is hard to get by without a full size camp stove – especially if you’re cooking for multiple people. But for those minimalist overlanders that don’t do much cooking and can get by with some of the delicious freeze-dried foods on the market nowadays, the new JetBoil Stash might be a contender for your kitchen box.
JetBoil’s New Stash is the Minimalist’s Dream Stove Read More ⟶
For the 2022 model year, the mid-size truck is virtually all new, with new styling, a new engine, and a host of segment-leading and exclusive features. One sort-of-new feature is Nissan’s 3.8-liter V6 engine, which Nissan wedged under the hood of the 2020 Frontier for a one-year-only mishmash of new and old.
Can Nissan’s All-New Frontier Topple the Tacoma as the Go-to Overlanding Pickup? Read More ⟶
Whether you’re loading up your gear for long-haul adventuring or setting your sights on the local single track, the Husqvarna 701 Enduro is ready to go. With just a few tweaks from the previous year, the 2021 Enduro hits the sweet spot for a wide range of riding.
Adventure Bike or Dirt Bike? Husqvarna’s 2021 701 Enduro Is the Best of Both Worlds Read More ⟶