The Ford Expedition has been in production for nearly 30 years, starting as code name UN93, and is based on the ubiquitous F150 platform. Its sales peaked in 1999 at nearly 234,000 units before settling into…
Ford’s E-Series is immensely popular for both vanlife and overlanding communities. There’s no shortage of inspiring builds on our forum, with recent offerings including this 1999 Advanced Vans 4×4, 2008 Quigley, and 2014 box truck camper….
The Mercedes Sprinter is an automotive icon and has become one of the most desirable platforms for vanlifers and overlanders alike. The model’s popularity is no coincidence, but instead a reflection of its long standing reputation…
Working at Overland International, I’m fortunate to see thousands of premium adventure-ready vehicles, but today’s ultra-low mileage (20,275 miles) 2022 ADV Mobil PROLander is exceptional. Whether traveling long stretches of highway, exploring forestry roads, or navigating…
Ford introduced the F-Series in 1948 and for almost half a century has sold more pickups in the US than any competitor (it’s also one of the best selling vehicles in the world). Its monumental success…
In this episode of the Overland Journal Podcast, I am joined by Scott Brady and Clay and Rachelle Croft to discuss the creation of the Overland Collective and the acquisition of Overland Journal and Expedition Portal. The…
I sat down and took a deep breath, desperately trying to clear my nerves. Our Zoom call gave a soft chime as parents and teachers logged on one by one. It’s not every day that a…
Now in its fifth year, the Ultimate Build program allows Overland Expo’s editorial team and overland gurus to transform proven factory vehicles into their interpretation of the Ultimate Overland Build. The 2025 Ultimate Overland Build features…
Having traveled the length and breadth of Mexico more than a few times, I have often come across a variety of tough and relatively basic diesel-derivative vehicles that do the hard work as agricultural, municipal, military,…
Building an overland camper is not for the faint-hearted or those with shallow pockets. While most DIY camper builders tend to be optimistic enthusiasts with a passing grade in woodshop and skill with a saw, they…
Join hosts Scott Brady and Brian McVickers for the May edition of the Overland Journal Podcast. In this episode, they cover May overland news, including Overland Expo in Southern California, new products and projects, and exciting…
Today’s offering is quite simply a 4WD icon. The Land Rover Defender is, in many regards, the definitive overland vehicle, and just saying the name evokes a sense of wanderlust. Since Land Rover unveiled the Series…
Our classic Land Rover Defender has been working hard since the day it rolled off the showroom in South Africa 23 years ago. “Mafuta,” as she is lovingly known, worked as a farm truck for six…
The Transglobal Car Expedition, the first-ever surface-based circumnavigation of the Earth via the Poles, returned to New York City on April 27, where they had begun their 16-month, 92,586-kilometer adventure in January 2024. The team recapped…
As the most significant development in the 20+ years of Expedition Portal and Overland Journal, we have combined forces with XOVERLAND to create the Overland Collective. I am grateful for the support of our subscribers, forum…
I still remember when the Scout camper was first announced, revealed to the world as a composite tan slide-in camper with minimal systems, and sold at an impressive value. I knew I wanted one. Then they…
Of the gladest moments in human life, methinks is the departure upon a distant journey to unknown lands. Shaking off with one mighty effort the fetters of habit, the leaden weight of Routine, the cloak of…
There’s something to be said for an overland rig that’s supported by a 44-page Expedition Portal forum build thread. It signifies that the owner is wholly invested in the project and is open to community feedback…
Itchy Boots Book Launch Free Ride: Heartbreak, Courage, and the 20,000-Mile Motorcycle Journey That Changed My Life is Noraly Schoenmaker’s memoir chronicling her transformation from a geologist in the Netherlands to a solo motorcycle traveler. After…
Let’s get this out of the way up front: Slate Auto’s brand new electric pickup is not available with any kind of AWD or 4WD system. Yet. However, the under-$20,000 projected asking price (after federal EV…
In this episode of the Overland Journal Podcast, Scott Brady hosts special guests Doug and Stephanie Hackney, who share their incredible journey from high-powered careers to full-time explorers. They dive into their motivations behind choosing travel…
