Overlanding and Offroad articles

Quick Facts: Vehicle: 2026 Toyota Land Cruiser, midsize body-on-frame SUV The story: Missed the 2026 IIHS Top Safety Pick award Moderate overlap front: Marginal, the lone crash-test gap Small overlap front: Good Side crash test: Good Main weak spot: Rear-seat passenger restraints and kinematics Also rated Marginal: Toyota 4Runner,...

Quick Facts: Subject: Chrysler Pacifica Grizzly Peak concept Vehicle type: Off-road minivan based on the Pacifica Limited AWD Suspension lift: 2.75 inches front, 2.5 inches rear Tires: 31-inch BFGoodrich KO2 all-terrain on 18-inch wheels Roof setup: Rhino-Rack Pioneer platform, traction boards, awning, full-size spare Interior: Third row removed for...

Quick Facts: Product: Zonkoo Orion inflatable hot tent Capacity: 2-4 person rated, best for 2-3 Floor space: 86 sq ft (8 m²) Interior height: 6 ft 11 in peak Weight: 93 lb (Zonkoo spec) Setup: Pole-free air beams, single-valve inflation Waterproofing: PU5000 mm with taped seams Stove jack: Adjustable,...

Quick Facts: Plan: Stellantis FaSTLAne 2030, the company's five-year strategic plan Announced: May 21, 2026, at Investor Day in Auburn Hills, Michigan Investment: €60 billion, about $70 billion, through 2030 New product: More...

Quick Verdict: Dutch oven ribs feeds 4 overlanders a baby back rack braised low and slow in apple juice, then finished on a grill grate with BBQ sauce to set the bark. First, rub the ribs and sear edge-to-edge. Next, braise 4 hours at 275F on 9 top and...

Quick Facts: Collaboration: Ford Bronco x Filson Vehicle: First-ever Ford Bronco Filson (production SUV) Body style: Bronco 4-Door Announced: May 19, 2026 Full reveal: June 3, 2026, on Ford's YouTube channel Expected on sale: Early 2027 (per early reports; not confirmed by Ford) Price: Not yet announced Best for:...

Quick Facts: Vehicle: 2027 Toyota Tundra TRD Hammer (anticipated) Status: Trademark filed; camouflaged prototypes spotted testing Expected engine: Twin-turbo 3.4-liter V6 hybrid Rumored output: Around 510 hp and 620 lb-ft Off-road hardware: Fox shocks, widebody fenders, roughly 37-inch tires Estimated price: High-$70,000s to low-$80,000s Expected reveal: Late 2026, as...

Quick Facts: Brand: Psyclone Tents (Australian company, US base in Oceanside, California) Guide covers: Psyclone Tents bell tent sizes (13, 16, 19 ft) Tent type: Canvas, single center pole design Canvas: 340 gsm / 10 oz poly-cotton blend Floor: 520 gsm heavy-duty PVC Capacity: 2 to 4 double beds ...

Quick Verdict: Dutch oven chicken tortilla soup feeds 6 overlanders with shredded rotisserie chicken, black beans, corn, fire-roasted tomatoes, chicken broth, and Mexican spices. First, bloom the spices in oil. Then add broth, tomatoes, beans, corn, and shredded chicken. Finally, simmer 60 minutes at 325F on 11 top and...

Quick Facts: Vehicle: 2027 Ram 1500 Rumble Bee Lineup: Four trims (Rumble Bee, 392, 392 Track Pack, SRT) Engines: 5.7L, 6.4L, and 6.2L supercharged Hemi V8 Top trim: Rumble Bee SRT, 777 hp, 680 lb-ft SRT performance: 0-60 mph in 3.4 sec, 11.6-sec quarter mile, ~170 mph top speed ...