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Join Us for the Women Who Wander Networking Event at Overland Expo SoCal 2026
Aimed at providing women-oriented education, networking, and training, The Women...
Honda’s Base Station Prototype Makes Lightweight Overland Camping More Approachable
Unveiled this month, Honda’s Base Station Prototype is a compact,...
Nissan Brings a Mid-Gen Refresh to the Iconic Pathfinder
Now five generations in, the iconic Nissan Pathfinder gets a...
Suzuki Brings Pint-sized Adventure Rigs to Tokyo
Suzuki is ready to hit the trails with their display...
AEV FXL is Ready for Big Adventures with 40s
AEV’s system-engineered builds have long set the bar for serious...

Gear

Gear Showcase: Power and Lighting

As everything becomes more technology dependent, the need for more readily accessible power in your rig or at your campsite goes up. From solar panels to rechargeable batteries to convenience receptacles, we’ve got you covered this month. In addition, we shed some light on the latest and greatest illumination just in time for sunset to come earlier as we transition into the heart of fall. This month’s theme: more light and more power for your overlanding adventures.

Industry Spotlight

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Industry Spotlight: Scanstrut

Scanstrut is an international leader in the design and manufacture of outdoor and marine equipment. They offer over 300 products that enhance commercial, navigation, and personal electronics in outdoor settings. Their products include mounts, charging solutions, air and waterproof cable seals, waterproof wireless phone chargers, Satcom solutions for superyachts, and tablet mounts for RVs. Their Ventura line of inlets and outlets is the first series of compact, durable external utility sockets for overlanders, vanlifers, and RV explorers.

Industry Spotlight: James Baroud

All James Baroud products are still handcrafted in small batches at their own factory in Porto, ensuring meticulous attention to detail and quality control. The company employs a team of experienced adventurers, including a former Paris-Dakar rally pilot, to rigorously test each product in real-world conditions. This commitment to quality is backed by an industry leading five-year warranty, underscoring their confidence in the durability and reliability of their products. 

Industry Spotlight: – Four Wheel Campers

Before “overlanding” was a household term in the U.S., Four Wheel Campers (FWC) was already quietly outfitting adventurers for life off-grid. Founded in 1972 in Colorado, the company emerged from a simple but powerful idea: that a reliable, lightweight, and low-profile pop-up truck camper could unlock the backroads and wilderness for more people. That vision took shape through countless trips into the Rockies testing gear in real conditions. The earliest prototypes were born from rugged experiences and the kind of “let’s figure it out” moments only found deep in the wild.

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Sponsors & Exhibitors at Overland Expo SoCal 2026

The largest overlanding event in the world will be coming back to California in just a few months. Join overlanders from all over the world in Costa Mesa, California to get educated, equipped, and inspired to continue your overlanding adventures.