Overlanding Blog

“Out of all the different methods of travel in this world, there is something uniquely special to traveling in your own vehicle, especially when it’s built to take you farther than you expect and allows you to thrive in the journey.” Clay Croft, Episode 1//Alaska: The Last Frontier Truck Build Philosophy Atigun inside the [...]

We often become distracted by the tools, gear, and aftermarket accessories we need to bring on an overland trip - and these items are important - however, perhaps one of the most important items to include in your vehicle isn’t for the health of your vehicle at all, but for your personal health and safety. [...]

We at XOverland are thrilled to partner with Pennzoil this year for all of our synthetic motor oil needs. Honestly, we never knew there was so much to learn about motor oil, but the awesome folks at Pennzoil have done an incredible job educating us on the subject. Did you know that Pennzoil is the [...]

We've been building trucks since Expedition Overland's inception in 2010. From our very first builds in Season 0 (a 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser 100 Series and 2001 Toyota Tacoma TRD) to this year's 2020 Toyota Tacoma builds, we've been wrenching on vehicles and putting them to the test for over a decade. We love sharing [...]

An awning is something you seemingly don’t really need, until all of a sudden you do. Whether you’ve been hit by a rainstorm in the Costa Rican jungle or need to escape the heat on a sweltering day in the Altar Desert, an awning can greatly improve camp comfort when spending time outside of the [...]

It's been an action-packed summer and we've loved returning to some of our favorite overland and outdoor events of the year. Want to stop by and chat with the team, check out the XOverland fleet, pick up some merch or ask us questions? These events are the perfect place to do so. Here is the [...]

The ultimate goal of aftermarket armor is to provide additional strength, durability and functionality, protecting the vehicle from major damage (whether from rocks or other vehicles), so we can ultimately return home safely and under our own power. Whether you decide to install armor, and which pieces you choose, will ultimately depend on the purpose [...]

For those of you who aren't quite ready to invest in an upgraded suspension kit but are looking to tackle tougher trails and create a more comfortable ride, there is a simple, straightforward and (relatively) inexpensive solution. One of the easiest and least expensive ways to improve off-road traction and create a smoother ride (without [...]

When it comes to vehicle recovery, the winch packs a powerful punch. As one of the most useful self-recovery tools out there, a winch can help recover stuck vehicles from all kinds of obstacles, including mud, snow and ice, and sand. With great power comes great responsibility, however. Thoroughly acquaint yourself with the user guide, [...]

While heading out for a quiet, solitary weekend outdoors is a wonderful experience in and of itself, exploring the world’s beautiful places with others is something truly special. Some are fortunate enough to have friends or family who share similar interests, but we know this isn’t the case for everyone. Looking for an adventure buddy [...]