Sean P. Holman
Sean P. Holman is a longtime automotive enthusiast and veteran off-road journalist who worked for Motor Trend Group for nearly 20 years, eventually overseeing content for the company’s Truck & Off-Road Group as its group content director. Sean is also the co-creator and co-host of the number-one truck enthusiast podcast, The Truck Show Podcast with Lightning & Holman. When he is not busy chasing down all things truck, Sean can be found enjoying life with wife and two daughters in Huntington Beach, California, working on his ’67 Ford F-100 project truck, his ’42 Ford GPW Flat Fender, or out on the trail exploring with his modified ’23 Jeep Wrangler 392.
Vehicle GearRhino-Rack Backbone and Pioneer platform expand Wrangler cargo capacity
Jeep Wranglers lack interior space, but Rhino-Rack’s Backbone and Pioneer platform system offers a complete roof rack solution that maximizes cargo capacity while maintaining the ability to remove Freedom Panels and hardtops.
First Look2025 Nissan Armada & Frontier PRO-4X Bring True Off-Road Capability
Nissan finally brings true off-road credentials to its full-size Armada SUV with the all-new PRO-4X package, featuring a rear locker, air suspension, and 33-inch all-terrain tires—all powered by a twin-turbo V6 that outmuscles the outgoing V8. We also take a first look at the exciting Frontier PRO-4X.
First Look2025 Ford Maverick: The Ultimate Affordable Adventure Truck
Ford’s popular compact pickup receives significant updates for 2025, including hybrid all-wheel drive, improved towing capacity, and a dedicated Tremor trim level that makes this affordable truck even more appealing for outdoor enthusiasts.
First LookFirst Drive: Ford F-150 Tremor: The Perfect Balance of Capability
Ford’s enhanced F-150 Tremor strikes the perfect balance between off-road prowess and everyday truck utility, offering greater payload and towing capacity than the Raptor while maintaining impressive trail capabilities.
First LookFirst Drive: 2024 Ford Ranger – A Strong Contender in the Midsize Truck Segment
We take the all-new 2024 Ford Ranger for a spin in the mountains of Utah. With a bolder design, improved drivetrain options, and tech-packed interior, Ford’s latest midsize truck is ready to compete.
Trips & TalesPack Mules And Thoroughbreds: We Go Overlanding With A Herd Of Broncos
Experience the ultimate overlanding adventure with Ford’s Bronco Off-Road Adventures. Join us as we explore Moab, Telluride, and the San Juan Mountains in the capable Bronco Raptor. Discover curated trails, elevated camping, and breathtaking views.
TechnologyStarlink Mini vs. Standard Gen 3: The Best Satellite Internet for Overlanding Adventurers
Discover how Starlink Mini revolutionizes overland internet with portability, efficiency, and flexibility. Compare it to the Standard Gen 3 dish to find the best option for your off-grid adventures.
ReviewXPEL Paint Protection Film Review: Protecting Your Overland Trail Rig
Discover how XPEL Ultimate Fusion PPF held up after a year of overlanding with a Jeep Wrangler 392. Learn about its self-healing features, durability, and why it’s a must-have for trail rigs and daily drivers.
EventsOVRland Outpost: Highlights from the 2023 Los Angeles Auto Show Overland Display
The OVRland Outpost at the 2023 LA Auto Show was the culmination of a lot of hard work and the de facto coming-out party for this nearly year-old brand.
First LookFIRST LOOK: 2024 Ford F-150 STX, Tremor, Raptor
Ford recently revealed the aluminum-bodied F-150’s mid-cycle refresh for 2024 with some notable, but evolutionary, upgrades that should keep the F-150 as one of the top full-size choices in the pickup market.
First LookFirst Drive: 2024 Jeep Wrangler – The Wrangler You Know And Love, Only Better
Jeep has updated the 2024 model year Wrangler JL with a mid-cycle refresh that is available now at your local dealer. We take a drive in it and evaluate it from an off-roader’s perspective.
First Look2024 Toyota Land Cruiser: Toyota’s Newest SUV Brings Back a Beloved Old Name
We take a look at the all-new 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser 250 Series from the overland and off-roader’s perspective.
ReviewColumbia Sportwear’s Ready to Roam Collection
We trail test a couple of Columbia’s 2024 Ready to Roam collection.
DIY/How ToSeven Slot Steering Upgrade: APEX Performance Products Delivers an Affordable Steering Boost to Jeep Wrangler & Gladiator
Installing APEX Performance Products affordable steering boost to Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator.
Vehicle FeaturesFIRST LOOK: 2024 Midsize Pickups for Overlanding: Chevy Colorado, Ford Ranger, & Toyota Tacoma
How well suited are the 2024 Chevy Colorado, Ford Ranger, & Toyota Tacoma for vehicle-based adventuring?
Vehicle FeaturesFIRST DRIVE: 2024 GMC Canyon AT4X and AT4X AEV Edition: From An Adventure Truck Afterthought To A Prime Contender
FirstWe take a First Drive of the 2024 GMC Canyon AT4X and AT4X AEV Edition from the off-roader’s point of view.
Vehicle FeaturesFIRST DRIVE: 2024 Chevrolet Silverado HD ZR2 Bison: This Heavy Chevy Is Primed For Trail Duty
We take a first drive of the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado HD ZR2 Bison from an off-roader’s perspective.
Vehicle FeaturesBomb Shelter: Scott Birdsall’s ’53 Ford Nuke Van Is an Overland Rig for the Nuclear Age
Scott Birdsall of Chuckles Garage converts a ’53 Ford van that was originally built to assess damage from nuclear fallout from a nuclear attack into a home away from home overland rig.
UpgradeBeyond The Spacer: Bilstein’s bolt-in B8 TerraSport is the suspension your CUV has been waiting for
He had been considering alternative solutions like replacing the whole strut, replacing the shocks, and taking off the spacer lift.
DIY/How ToINSTALL: Hellwig Sway Bars Improve Dynamic Performance and Load Control, On & Off Road
A fully documented step-by-step install of Hellwig Sway Bars in a RAM 1500 TRX.