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Planning Your Ford Bronco Upgrades 101 A New Ford Bronco is a big investment and modifications shouldn’t be taken lightly. This is why Expedition Vehicle Outfitters in Michigan prides ourself in pushing our shop Bronco to the limits and working with industry leading manufacturers to test and help develop Bronco upgrades for enthusiasts.  So you received your new Ford Bronco, it might have been after months of waiting but you finally have that key…fob in your hand. You hit the start button an

Let's talk about the absolute fever dream that is modern overlanding culture. We've somehow collectively decided that the best way to...View the full article

Photo Credits to Radventures Elevate Your Rockies Experience with Banff Tours That Escape the Ordinary There’s something special about experiencing Banff with people who truly love it here. The mountains feel bigger, the lakes look brighter, and even the busiest destinations somehow feel more personal. That’s exactly what Radventures does so well. At FarOut Wilderness, we’re intentional about the partners we recommend. Radventures stands out because they don’t just offer Banff tours — they cr

Introduction If you're the type of person who enjoys a good off-road adventure, you may have considered purchasing a lift kit for your Toyota Tundra. A lift kit will make it easier to tackle any terrain and usually doesn't take long to install once you order it online. You'll be able to see what's under your truck before you even leave home! Let's explore some of the different types of lifts that are available and how they work with your vehicle: Why Buy a Suspension Lift Kit? There are many

Embark on an unforgettable journey through French Guiana, where every mile brings you closer to raw, unfiltered adventure. Start in vibrant Cayenne, where markets, street food, and colonial charm set the tone. Then hit the road to uncover remote jungle settlements, winding rivers, and hidden trails deep within the Amazon rainforest. Experience the blend of cultures—Creole, Indigenous, and French—that give this region its unique identity. Whether you're navigating muddy tracks, spotting rare wild

Imagine waking up to the crisp, pine-scented air of the high desert. You unzip your rooftop tent, brew a fresh cup of coffee on your tailgate, and step directly into the epicenter of the global overlanding community. This is not just another weekend getaway. This is the immersive, round-the-clock experience of camping at Overland Expo West 2026. For adventure travel enthusiasts, securing a camping pass takes the Overland Expo West experience to the next level—immersing you fully in t

Building the Expedition Vehicle Outfitters Bronco (Part 1) The Team at Expedition Vehicle Outfitters in Michigan are no strangers to the New Ford Bronco Platform having built up some really great ones in the past. But as luck would have it we were able to get our hands on our very own shop Ford Bronco to use as a test vehicle and showcase to our clients the capabilities of a Ford Bronco after the Expedition Vehicle Outfitters treatment. From Bronco lift kit installation and Bronco suspension u

Embark on an unforgettable journey with Overlanding Tanzania: Where Nature, Culture, and Adventure Meet. This epic road trip takes you deep into Tanzania’s raw and breathtaking beauty—from the vast Serengeti plains and towering Mount Kilimanjaro to the shores of Lake Tanganyika and the spice-scented streets of Zanzibar. Along the way, connect with welcoming local communities, witness incredible wildlife in their natural habitat, and camp under star-studded skies. Whether you're a self-drive adve

Nissan is gearing up to roll out what might be its most dialed midsize truck yet, the Premcar-built Navara PRO-4X Warrior. And yeah, as you probably already figured, it’s not coming to the U.S. Which somehow makes it even more appealing. Unveiled alongside the all-new D27 Navara, this Warrior concept is less about flashy show truck vibes and more about what overlanders actually care about. Real upgrades. Real usability. The kind of stuff you’d spec out yourself if you were building a rig

7 Essential Mods for the New Ford Bronco   The New Ford Bronco is a great vehicle platform for off road and overland adventures throughout Michigan and the US. Expedition Vehicle Outfitters of Michigan is experienced in modifying the New Ford Bronco for increased off road capabilities, ride quality and comfort when adventuring through the back country. Off Roading and Exploring in a New Ford Bronco can be very relaxing and rewarding with the modifications from Expedition Vehicle Outfitters. 

Nestled at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, Georgia is a land of dramatic landscapes, ancient history, and warm hospitality—and its capital, Tbilisi, is just the beginning. With its colorful Old Town, vibrant arts scene, and unique blend of cultures, Tbilisi offers a captivating introduction to this underrated gem. But beyond the cobbled streets and sulfur baths lies a country brimming with breathtaking mountain ranges, lush wine regions, and seaside escapes. In this guide, we’ll take you from

Nissan is gearing up to roll out what might be its most dialed midsize truck yet, the Premcar-built Navara PRO-4X Warrior. And yeah, as you probably already figured, it’s not coming to the U.S. Which somehow makes it even more appealing. Unveiled alongside the all-new D27 Navara, this Warrior concept is less about flashy show truck vibes and more about what overlanders actually care about. Real upgrades. Real usability. The kind of stuff you’d spec out yourself if you were building a rig

New Ford Bronco Lift Kit Installation  Expedition Vehicle Outfitters in Michigan offers Bronco Lift Kit Installation Service on all New Ford Bronco Models. Our suspension installation and adjustment procedures provide a much improved off road and on road performance for your New Ford Bronco. Expedition Vehicle Outfitters has a history of working with OEM Manufacturers and OEM Suppliers to raise the bar for off road capabilities of their vehicles, including the New Ford Bronco.  Expedition

Let's see what the Alexis got up to next on her Central Asia trip! View the full article

Six Months Daily Driving & Overlanding – Overall Performance When prioritizing mods, installing a rear bumper is easy to put off… that is, until you come off a ledge a... The post Ironman 4×4 Raid Rear Bumper For 5th Gen 4Runner – Review appeared first on Trail4R.com - 5th Gen 4Runner Mods. View the full article

Not what it looks like . . . There are few things I loathe more than copycat products sold at cut-rate prices. As J.A. Richards wrote: "There is hardly anything in the world that some man cannot make a little worse and sell a little cheaper, and the people who consider price only are this man’s lawful prey.” Sadly, the practice is an unavoidable aspect of a free market for anything that cannot be patented. Sometimes the issue of ju

Exploring Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan with Oasis Overland is an unforgettable adventure! We crisscross through stunning mountain scenery, including the Charyn Canyon and Fairy Canyon, experience overnight stays in traditional yurts and explore the surroundings of pristine lakes like Song Kol and Issyk-Kul. Optional horseback rides or hikes through these vast landscapes and encountering nomadic culture truly makes this a highlight of Central Asia. Our robust expedition truck handles all the travel,

If you’re new to overlanding, the language alone can feel like its own trail to navigate. Words like rigs, kits, recovery, and trails get tossed around casually in camp conversations and on social media, but they each represent an important piece of the bigger picture. At its core, overlanding is about self-reliant travel and exploration by vehicle, where the journey matters just as much as the destination. Along the way, you will hear enthusiasts talk about their rig, the vehicle they have

Each fall the Royal Geographical Society in London hosts an event called Explore Week, a gathering of  students, scientists, and explorers that is at once an educational experience and a chance for like-minded people to connect. Many expeditions have been put together here over coffee, or drinks in the legendary Map Room. Explore Week is open to anyone who is curious about the planet, and it is a fine thing around which to base a visit to London’s superb museums, many of which are a short walk o

After more than 40 years of developing two-way radios for Australia’s rugged 4WD community, GME is bringing its expertise to American overlanders. The company recently made its U.S. debut at Overland Expo Mountain West, unveiling a brand-new line of Australian Made GMRS radios, antennas, and mobile accessories – all engineered specifically for the needs of U.S. adventurers. Just like their proven gear in Australia, every radio and antenna in the new range is designed, engineered, and manufac

The Overland Expo Sourcebook is your guide to get inspired and outfitted, no matter where your overland journey takes you. Each year, tens of thousands of attendees take the Sourcebook home, and it serves as a comprehensive directory of vendors for every overlanding modification and accessory you could ever dream of. Plus, each year, a selection of stories, how-tos, and featured products provides inspiration for your next trip or build. Now, you can check out the 2026 Overland Expo Sourcebook on

Registration is now open for our first intensive overland training workshop—March 2–5, 2026. You will spend two full days with three of the world’s most experienced overland training instructors learning vehicle recovery, including winching and non-mechanical recovery both solo and assisted. Between them, Graham Jackson (Overland Passage, Overland Expo training director 10 years), Jim West (Camel Trophy competitor), and Jonathan Hanson (founder, Overland Expo) have over 100 years of overlanding

Ford recently announced a number of new models and a concept in celebration of the Bronco’s 60th anniversary. Since the Bronco made its reappearance in 2020, it’s been a hit with off-roaders, Ford fans, and just those looking for a fun and capable SUV. This trio offers a great gamut of what the Bronco can be, from a purpose-built off-roader to a retro throwback. Photo by Ford Motor Co. Photo by Ford Motor Co. Photo by Ford Motor Co. The aptly named 60th Anniversary Ed

Bozeman, Montana to Cape Town, South Africa. 25,000 miles connecting three continents over the course of four months. An entire spectrum of cultures, geography and geopolitics. That’s what we willingly took on for XOVERLAND’s newest series, Milestones: Global Expedition. This series captures the entire journey, from the easternmost reaches of North America to the northern extremes of Europe, and all the way down to Africa’s southern edge. It’s the longest and most demanding expedition we’ve don

(Full disclosure: this is a long-term review of the first-generation Genesis dual-battery kit for the 2007-2021 Tundra. It has been superceded by a later design, the merits of which I cannot address.) In 2021 we bought a beautiful, 80-year-old cabin in Fairbanks, Alaska, and soon realized we’d need a dedicated vehicle to leave there. A full-sized 4x4 pickup seemed the right choice, both for the conditions near the Arctic Circle and because I’d be hauling up a cargo trailer loaded with furniture,

Well, if you’ve been following the demise of the V8-powered Jeeps and RAM 1500 trucks, it has been a wild ride that seems to be continuing. After the apparent demise of the RAM TRX, Stellantis announced the Jeep Wrangler 392 Final Edition for the 2025 model year, seemingly sealing the fate of the V8 options for the Wranglers and RAM 1500s. The 392 Final Edition built upon an already impressive Wrangler with cosmetic updates throughout and a number of upgrades including; a triple hoop grill guard

Overland Expo West is just over 40 days away, and it’s shaping up to be another amazing weekend with world-class exhibitors, hundreds of hours of instruction, and thousands of great rigs. One part of the weekend that should be on your “can’t miss” list is the creator area. Here you’ll find an amazing group of content creators who truly walk the walk. Not only can you check out their adventure rigs, but over the weekend, you’ll have a chance to learn from their expertise as you prepare to record

Image by Jason Spafford, from Grace Under Gravel by Lisa Morris. Amongst the upheaval and excitement of our move 65 miles southeast of Tucson to our new Ravenskeld, we are hard at work on Vol. 2, No. 2 of Exploration Quarterly—and it’s shaping up beautifully with a diverse mix of subjects for your reading pleasure. This all-digital issue will include: An overlanding feature by Lisa Morris and Jason Spafford — a hybrid philosophical

There’s no denying that the overall reaction to the reintroduction of the Land Rover Defender in 2020 was lukewarm at best. Now it seems Land Rover is playing a bit of catch-up with varying new Defender models specifically engineered for the kind of off-roading this legendary 4×4 is associated with, and even one that’s built to take on the legendary Dakar rally. The Defender Octa debuted earlier this year and features a host of upgrades geared toward performance on and off the pavement.

It doesn’t get the attention the more exciting aspects of overlanding do, but a good night’s sleep is often the difference between a great trip and a frustrating one. Thankfully, it’s never been easier to equip yourself and your family for deep sleep on the road. For this month’s gear showcase we’ve put together a list of products from mattresses to truck toppers to full builds that promise to bring the zzzz’s. Kimbo Campers — Kimbo 8 Founded in 2016 by invent