This Couple Turned a Beastly Army Truck Into a Bohemian Overlander
The converted Army truck in this YouTube video tour has every comfort for long-term travel — and it looks like an absolute beast.
Tech
Stay connected on the road. trends in RV tech as well as off-grid options for power and connectivity.
Profiles
Meet people who have embraced life on the road. We profile those who travel, work, and play from an RV base camp.
Destinations
From national parks to boondock sites in the backcountry, our Destinations content gives expert advice and tips on RV parking options.
Paralympic Athlete Lisa Franks Lives the Van Life
The multitime gold medalist-turned-engineer shows us all the bells and whistles in her adaptive dream build.
‘How to Build a Sex Room’ Changed My Van (Love) Life
Netflix’s new hit series ‘How to Build a Sex Room’ changed our van life on the road, intimacy and all.
Build a Camper to Tow Behind a Bike: Here’s How
Check out this tutorial for an ultra-lightweight camper hitched to a bike. You might be tempted to build one yourself.
‘Disappointed’ With Sprinters, CO Man Converts Hummer H1 Into Overland Campervan
Reed Gerdes tried RVs, Sprinter vans, and schoolies — and wasn’t satisfied with any of them. So he converted a Hummer into a campervan.
Is This the Ultimate Mountain Biking Van?
Take a tour of the ultimate cyclist’s converted Sprinter van and get some tips to help you dial in your own life on the road.
Gamer, Van Lifer, Crypto Miner: Live Each One in This Van
Do you love gaming on Twitch as much as off-grid living in the wilderness? ‘Cause this van lifer has the build of your dreams.
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BioLite Unveils BaseCharge Power Station to Compete With the Big Boys
Looking to get more bang for your buck out of your van’s power system? BioLite says its two new solar-friendly entries can save you coin.
Van Life Is Dead and Something Called ‘Camping’ Is Now Hot
The hot new trend of sleeping outside on the ground shows promise and might be the answer to van life we’ve all been waiting for.
REI, Airstream Collab on Special Edition Travel Trailer Loaded With Gear
Outdoor industry leader REI teams up with RV industry icon Airstream to create a one-of-a-kind, adventure-ready travel trailer. REI continues to pursue investment in “vehicle-supported camping adventures.” Their latest foray into this space is by teaming up with RV manufacturer Airstream to make a special edition Basecamp travel trailer. Maureen Estep, Strategic Brand Partnerships at… Read more »
Live in a Van Down by the River at the ‘Wintering Grounds’
Not livin’ in a dirtbag paradise? You’ll know just where to flop after you watch this squatter-centric video.
‘Get to Da Campah!’ Check Out the Little-Known 1970s ‘Helihome’
Forget van life — this short-lived helicopter-turned-camper actually existed. Once you’ve watched this YouTube sleuth cut, you’ll want one, too.
How to Ship Your Campervan to Europe: It’s Easier Than You Think
Ever thought about taking your sweet campervan across the ocean for international trips? Learn how with the Holcombe family.
Is ‘Overland’ Car Camping? Vehicle Adventure? Get 5 Expert Perspectives
Is ‘overlanding’ adventuring in a vehicle? Is it just car camping? Or is it nothing more than a licensed brand? Answer: It’s complicated.
What Not to Bring: 5 Things That Will Bog Down Your Overlanding Adventure
No matter who you talk to in overlanding, everybody seems to have a list of what you need to bring. But what don’t you need to bring?
Front Runner Slimpro Van Rack: The Ultra-Configurable Roof Rack for Just About Any Van
Don’t worry about that skylight or AC. Front Runner’s Slimpro Van Rack lets you move the crossbars to fit your van’s life
New Mass-Market 4×4 Campervan Option: 2022 Pleasure-Way REKON
With a four-wheel-drive Sprinter van chassis and a road-ready interior, Pleasure-Way’s latest vehicle adds a new mass-production option for van lifers.
EcoFlow ‘Power Kits’ Make Van Life Electrical a One-Stop Shop
Looking for a new energy solution for off-grid living? New power kits from EcoFlow offer customization and supposedly easy setup.
Off-Road, Tiny, and Slow Van Life Dreams Realized: ElectricBrands Xbus Camper
With four motors, optional bigger batteries, and solar power, the Xbus Camper looks ready to tackle off-road camping in an adorable way.
RV Life: Stay Off-Grid Longer by Creating Water From Air
2023 Living Vehicle adds Watergen water-creating technology to let you stay off the beaten path for more days with less plastic.
Gas Prices Cause Van Lifers & RVers to Alter Summer Travel Plans
Across the country, increased gas prices have caused van lifers and RVers to reevaluate their summer plans.
Longest e-RV Trip Yet: Winnebago Charges Across Midwest
Winnebago’s All Electric RV just completed a 1,300-mile road trip across the Midwest. The total charging cost for the journey? $275.
World’s First Fully Solar-Equipped, Fold-Out Camp Trailer
GoSun and Camp365 try to solve modern camping woes with their ‘aerodynamic, lightweight, expandable, off-grid solar trailer.’
ARB Enters the Hardshell Rooftop Tent Market
After releasing its first rooftop tent 20 years ago, Australia’s ARB entered the hardshell market this summer with its latest new overlanding lineup.
Sonoran Rovers Uses Exquisite Craftsmanship to Build a Defender Overland Camper
Keen attention to detail and superior craftsmanship make this Land Rover project one of the most enticing vehicle buildouts we’ve seen.
Bunk in Your Trunk: Oryx Launches Jeep Wrangler Sleep System
A fresh startup out of Colorado just launched something we haven’t seen before: a deployable bunkbed system for certain Jeep Wrangler models.
Best in Show: 15 New Pieces of Gear Spotted at Overland Expo West 2022
Our overland expert Bryon Dorr dug through over 400 vendors at Overland Expo West 2022 to find the truly new and interesting gear worth checking out.
Back to Basics: AntiShanty Rigid Roof RR-1 Adventure Trailer
The AntiShanty Rigid Roof RR-1 trailer is the company’s newest addition to its growing family of ultralight off-grid adventure trailers. AntiShanty builds unique trailers for outdoor adventure enthusiasts looking for something more than just another camping trailer.
Campervan Owner Knows What He’s Selling, and It’s Not the Van Life You Think
Sometimes we think that the seller doesn’t really want to sell. But not when it comes to this 4×4 diesel E-350 campervan.
Happier Camper Launches Studio Apartment and Storefront on Wheels
Innovative, lightweight, and highly customizable, two of Happier Camper’s newest trailers are launching at Outdoor Retailer 2022.
Kammok ‘3-Second Car Awning’ Crushes Funding Goal in 1 Hour
Given the fickleness of most awnings, perhaps it’s no surprise that Kammok’s Kickstarter for its new 3-second car awning surpassed its $10,000 funding goal within an hour.
