Classic Toyota pickups are nigh on indestructible and are subsequently a favorite with the overlanding community. We’ve featured a number of adventure-equipped offerings that include a 1987 Chinook, 1987 Sunrader 4×4, and 2001 Tacoma with a Hiatus camper. Cue today’s stunning 1998 Toyota T100 Xtracab SR5 (171,767 miles) which showcases a dealer-fitted TRD supercharger, tasteful…
Meet the New KC Hilites Solar Charge Hub This compact, plug-and-play charging solution directs solar panel energy to 12- and 24-volt vehicle batteries for easy charging and maintenance. Requiring no permanent installation, the hub features magnetic feet for easy placement and Bluetooth connectivity for monitoring and updates. At the heart of the hub’s weather-sealed aluminum…
Minivans, the never proud but previously popular choice for families, have plummeted from their heyday in the early 2000s. In the segment’s peak years, Chrysler alone sold more minivans than every brand combined does today. But there remains no smarter package for hauling the most people and stuff, and the companies that still make minivans…
In 1996, something revolutionized the automotive landscape: Toyota introduced a weird little SUV-shaped thing called the RAV4. It shared structural and mechanical pieces with the Corolla, Camry and Celica, but the name stood for “Recreational Active Vehicle with four-wheel drive,” even though base models are front-wheel drive and those that power all four wheels are…
MeatEater, Inc. and RealTruck’s Adventure Hunting Rig showcased at the 2023 SEMA Show will be sold through Mecum Auctions, and 100 percent of the proceeds will be donated to Folds of Honor. If you’re unfamiliar with the latter, it’s a non-profit organization that provides life-changing educational scholarships to the spouses and children of fallen or…
A popular choice since its 1991 model-year debut, the Ford Explorer SUV is getting a big revamp for 2025. The latest model sticks with the sporty, spacious and tech-heavy mission of its predecessor, albeit with fresh styling and a bigger touchscreen. Here’s everything you need to know about the redesigned Explorer. 2025 Ford Explorer Engine,…
Honda has recently previewed features of the all-new 2026 Passport TrailSport, a model designed to be its most capable adventure SUV yet. The new Passport TrailSport aims to tackle rugged terrain with enhanced capability, featuring 31-inch all-terrain tires on specially engineered 18-inch wheels and bright orange heavy-duty front recovery points. A significantly shorter front overhang…
Whether freshening their lineups or simply adapting to consumer demand, automakers routinely discontinue cars. It’s not all doom and gloom, though. You can often get a good deal on a leftover 2024 vehicle, which makes a discontinued car a good value. Many discontinued car models will suffer a hefty initial depreciation drop, though that may…
There’s a differentiation between an overland vehicle and an expedition truck. The former generally provides the necessities for life on the road, while the latter offers all the comforts of home. The Ford F-550 is one of the most popular platforms for expedition builds in the US, and for good reason. The combination of 4WD…
In March, after months of meticulous planning and preparation, the Georgia Jeep Alliance Jeep Club took on the challenge of the legendary Georgia Traverse—a 390-mile route that passes through Georgia, North Carolina, Tennessee, and ultimately, Alabama, across some of the most breathtaking landscapes in the southern US. Charted by the overlanding pioneers at Georgia Overland,…