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Why Quality Lug Nuts Matter for Off-Road Vehicles
Wheel upgrades get attention, but lug nuts are often overlooked. For overlanders facing extreme loads, vibration, and remote repairs, hardware quality matters. Here’s why forged steel lug nuts outperform cheaper alternatives—and how products like the Kics Racing Gear MS-37 deliver motorsports-grade durability where it counts most.
UpgradeOptima’s OrangeTop QH6 Brings Lithium Power Under the Hood
Optima’s OrangeTop QH6 is the first lithium battery designed for under-hood installation, combining drop-in compatibility with self-jump capability and Bluetooth monitoring. We tested the new battery to see if it lives up to the hype.
UpgradeWilwood Aero-DM Brake Kits for Sprinter 2500 AWD
As Sprinter vans evolve into heavily loaded adventure rigs, factory brakes struggle to keep pace. Wilwood’s new AERO-DM Direct Mount Brake Kits deliver the stopping power, thermal management, and control that fully built 2022–2024 Sprinter 2500 AWD vans demand.
ReviewKYB 2000 Series Suspension Brings Race-Proven Tech to Trucks
We tested KYB’s new 2000 Series 2.5-inch coilovers and shocks on Toyota trucks in the Mojave Desert. The Japan-made suspension delivers race-proven damping technology at a competitive price point, though tuning matters for your specific load.
UpgradeMagnaFlow’s Wrangler 392 Exhaust Delivers Sound and Trail Durability
The Wrangler 392’s factory exhaust sounds great until it doesn’t—droning at highway speeds and vulnerable to trail damage. MagnaFlow’s Street Series cat-back system addresses both issues with improved sound quality, reduced drone, and beefier construction that laughs off rock strikes while maintaining the functionality of factory exhaust valves.
OVR Project Ford BroncoSolid Wood Worx Bronco Drawer Storage System Review: 100-Day Field Test in a Ford Bronco
Our Bronco build was dialed—except the cargo area. After months of real-world off-road use, we tested a Solid Wood Worx drawer storage system to see if it could finally bring order to the chaos.
Vehicle GearSupertramp Campers: Revolutionizing the Overlanding Industry from Colorado
What began as a search for the perfect truck camper has evolved into one of the overlanding industry’s most innovative manufacturers. Discover how Keith and Kelsey Panich built Supertramp Campers from the ground up in Golden, Colorado, revolutionizing the market with composite construction and unveiling ambitious new projects.
Article2024 Overlanding Trends: Top Vehicles and Gear from SEMA’s Overland Experience
Every year, SEMA brings out the most interesting and extreme vehicles for us to take inspiration and 2024 did not disappoint.
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.
UpgradeGoose Gear Venture Series Interiors: Lightweight, Durable Jeep Camper Interior for Overlanding
Looking to get feedback and real-world testing, Goose Gear have given OVR contributor, Dan Grec, the express mission of taking it around the world to use and abuse in the harshest environments on the planet.
ArticleIs eBay Motors Your Next Overland Outfitter?
The online marketplace, eBay, wants to be your source of all things overlanding. Is eBay Motors your next overland outfitter?
UpgradeBeadlock Wheels: Enhanced Off-Road Traction With Important Trade-Offs
Beadlock wheels mechanically secure tire beads to prevent unseating during extreme off-roading. While they enable lower tire pressures for enhanced traction on rugged terrain, these specialized wheels require professional installation, regular maintenance, and careful attention to safety protocols. Learn what sets true beadlocks apart from look-alikes, and whether they’re the right upgrade for your overland vehicle.
ReviewSkinny Guy Campers: A New Solution for Adventurous Souls
We test Skinny Guy Camper’s Kit ’N Kaboodle 6.5. Is it right for your needs? Read on to find out what we liked about it and what we didn’t.
OVR Project Land Cruiser 100OVR Project Land Cruiser 100 Series: Ironman 4x4 & KC Off-Road Lighting Setup
Having ample amounts of light projecting from your rig is essential to its safe operation in low light and dark environments. We approached the auxiliary light setup on the OVR LC100 with two goals in mind. We wanted plenty of bright, usable light at a non-wallet busting budget.
OVR Project Ford BroncoOVR’s Project Bronco: Enhancing On & Off-Road Stability with Hellwig’s Sway Bar
Ford began adding sway bars from the factory to certain four-door Broncos with the Sasquatch package, as well as Wildtraks equipped with the HOSS 3.0 suspension system.
TechnologyKXI Wildertec’s Groundbreaking Wilderness Tech for Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles
Kelowna, BC-based KXI Wildertec has developed a technology for use with four-wheel-drive vehicles that offers never-before-seen levels of off-road capability, while minimizing environmental impact on the land.
Vehicle GearAll Terrain vs Mud Terrain Tires What to Know Before You Buy: Which Tread is Right for Your 4x4?
It may be the hardest decision that any true off-road enthusiast faces. Do you go with an all-terrain or mud-terrain tire? While pavement-pounders won’t have to worry about jagged rocks, rough two-tracks, and muddy passes, anyone who spends time on the road-less traveled will tell you that the right tire ...
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.
UpgradeWinter Tire Testing: Why Winter Tires Are a Must for Cold Climates
We traveled to Montana to partake in winter tire testing with the crew from eBay Motors. We drove four vehicles, each had a set of all-season or all-terrain tires and a set of winter rubber.
OVR Project Ford BroncoOVR’s Project Ford Bronco: Pavement Princess gets SVC Offroad’s Baja Styled Tubular Front and Rear Bumpers
The stock plastic and rubber bumper wasn’t cutting the mustard any longer. We needed something more robust to handle the overlanding trips, chasing off-road races in Baja and the various backcountry outdoor activities that we tackle. We turned to SVC Offroad.
UpgradeARB Outback Solutions Drawers Transform OVR Land Cruiser 100
Our LC100 project gets a comprehensive storage upgrade with ARB’s Outback Solutions drawer system. We installed a dual-drawer setup that provides secure gear storage, a mounting platform for our Dometic fridge, and transforms into a comfortable sleeping area—all without drilling into the vehicle.
UpgradeOVR’s Project Land Cruiser 100 Series: Leather Steering Wheel Restoration
Restoring your vehicle’s aging and worn-out steering wheel can be gratifying and raise the overall satisfaction and pride of ownership of your ride.
OVR Project Ford BroncoLight Up The Night: OVR’s Project Bronco gets a High Performance Baja Designs LED Lighting Upgrade
Looking for more visibility in front of the Bronco at night, these lights delivered a combined 17,125 extra lumen on top of our stock headlights.
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.
OVR Project Land Cruiser 100OVR’s Project Land Cruiser 100 Series: Ironman 4x4 Bull Bar Off Road Bumper Upgrade For Overland Touring
Keeping with the Australian overland touring theme of our build, we considered several similar tourer-style bumpers. We ultimately chose Ironman 4x4’s bumper due to factors that are outlined in this article. Read on to see what we think of this bumper after a few months of use so far.
Vehicle GearA Comprehensive Review of Skinny Guy Campers - The Ultimate Solution for Compact Overland Living
Explore the innovative Skinny Guy Campers - the ultimate solution for compact overland living. Read a comprehensive review, featuring details on design, features, and practicality.
NewsTJM Premier Jeep Gladiator Kit at LA Auto Show, A First For The Brand in the USA
Spanning almost 1,000,000 square feet and driving close to 100,000 people through the doors every day, the LA Auto Show is one of the most prestigious shows in the world. This year TJM will make their debut appearance at the show. To mark the occasion, they’re rolling out a fully ...
DIY/How ToDIY: Upgrade Your Winch By Installing Factor 55’s UltraHook
Factor 55’s UltraHook introduces a shackle mount hole, machined right into the body of the winch hook. Installation is a breeze and takes just a few minutes, which we’ll take you step-by-step in this article.
UpgradeOVR’s Project Land Cruiser 100 Series: WARN VR EVO 10-S Winch Installation & First Impressions
A name that is synonymous with winches and winching in every sector, commercial as well as industrial, is WARN. Celebrating its 75th year in 2023, the company has been in the winch business for longer than most of us have been alive.
UpgradeOVR’s Project Land Cruiser 100 Series: Front Runner Slimline II Roof Rack Install
Front Runner’s Slimline II easily installs using the existing factory mounting points with no drilling required. It’s unlikely that we’ll turn the OVR LC100 back to stock, but it’s nice to know we can. Plus, drilling into the roof of your vehicle sounds like an iffy proposition if you ask us.
UpgradeOVR’s Project Land Cruiser 100 Series: Ironman 4x4 Foam Cell Pro Suspension Upgrade
SeriesWe went with Ironman 4x4 for multiple reasons including its interesting Foam Cell technology.
Vehicle GearBraven Off-Road’s Bloodaxe R/T UTV Hybrid Tire
The Braven Bloodaxe R/T UTV tire combines the best of both worlds, offering a gritty tread that bridges the gap between M/T and A/T tires, while ensuring a smooth and comfortable ride.