The desert racing organization SCORE International is celebrating its 50th season in 2023, capped by its flagship event in Mexico: the BFGoodrich SCORE Baja 1000. Scroll through for some of the vehicles and people we met during this demanding event.

Three off-tarmac AWDs in particular caught our eye when testing capability, technology, and off-pavement prowess: the 2019 Rolls-Royce Cullinan SUV, 2019 Honda Passport Elite SUV, and 2020 Kia Telluride SX SUV.

The notable, strong, and experienced Rebelle Rally women share their moments of achievement and challenge during the 2019 1,500-mile traditional navigational off-road competition.

During last year’s EJS, I joined up with an army of eclectic Jeep owners for an unofficial Willys Jeep flat fender run, otherwise called the Flat Fender Friends Friday Run (FFFFR). Flat fender Jeeps—in all shapes and conditions—came together for an eventful day we soon wouldn’t forget.

Planning an adventure trip can be rewarding and stressful at the same time, and things can quickly go awry when the unexpected happens. Case in point—our recent trip to Iceland.

The dog days of summer are over; it’s time for winter weather auto prep. But, before you dash out into the frozen unknown, there are a few tips, tricks, and gear upgrades you should consider before leaving your home for the frigid wonderland.

Amber Turner, a Suzuki Samurai owner, off-road-enthusiast-turned-welder, and King of the Hammers (KOH) racer, is familiar with life-altering changes. She’s forged a path toward career success via purchasing her own 4×4 for $500 and working on it by herself.

Exploring British Columbia (BC), Canada’s backcountry, can present itself with unique beauty like none other. Five 4x4s and a small group of friends set out for a multi-night off-tarmac trek in BC’s backcountry. Three right-hand drives and two lefties showed up for off-road exploring.

The 2020 Alcan 2000 Rally showcased extreme weather conditions, long hours of navigation, and driving over ice- and snow-covered roads, as well as body damage and pitted windshields. Additionally, several time-speed-distance (TSD) sub-rallies were held within the main competition—all while covering over 5,120 miles of remote terrain within 10 days.

If you’re into oddball vehicles, rad vans or quirky four-wheel-drives, you might have heard of the Mitsubishi Delica. The Delica Star Wagon and Delica Space Gear vans are popular among adventurers worldwide, we’re taking a look between the two model types.

The Overland Expo event series showcases customized vehicles, great gear and educational courses designed for outdoor vehicle-based adventure travel. Here are the best vehicles from the 2022 Overland Expo West event.

Blending the Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator JT truck, the 2022 Jeep Bob concept boasts a colorfully striking presence whereas the 2022 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 20th Anniversary concept commemorates two decades of off-roading fun.

While some auto manufacturers are firmly entrenched in the EV space, Jeep is methodically changing its line-up to position itself as the greenest SUV marque in the world. Given the legacy Jeep trades on, it shows up to the 2022 Easter Jeep Safari with a massive and massively capable Magneto 2.0 Concept BEV.

No matter how overlanding is defined, it’s evolving rapidly, and the concept is changing the way modern consumers think about personal transportation.

These top accessories from the 2021 Overland Expo Mountain West show can help keep you stay safe and secure while escaping everyday life in the backcountry.

The Overland Expo series has everything needed to prepare for outdoor exploration and adventure travels with a customized off-road vehicle. Here are the best vehicles from the 2021 Overland Expo Mountain West event.

Truck stops instead of motels, hand sanitizer instead of candy and 16 tanks of fuel to buy an oddball van and drive it home.

We’re seeing change: electric vehicles, or EVs, are starting to become prolific in the marketplace. Electric AWD and 4×4 adventure rigs are starting to make appearances on the trail. Let’s take a look at EV off-roading and all-electrics: their past, their current state and what’s to come.

My experience piloting an all-electric 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 AWD Pro SUV in the desert was mind-bending. To date, I’m one of a select few who have driven a fully electrified vehicle in a major competition. My navigator and I partnered with Volkswagen of America to pilot a newly released AWD ID.4 EV over 1,400 miles of desert terrain to compete in the 2021 Rebelle Rally.

For over 80 years, Jeep has manufactured cool and capable 4×4 vehicles. This past year was no exception. The off-road giant’s trek towards electrification was evident, with five of the 10 total concepts electrified. Here, we’ll look at four of our concept favorites.

Off-road enthusiasts globally are eagerly awaiting INEOS Grenadier updates, especially those from the United States and Canada. We recently got a chance to go off-roading in an INEOS Grenadier prototype in Hambach, France—the only outlet from North America to do so.

Understanding how to tread lightly can help make vehicle-based excursions enjoyable and meaningful—especially if others learn from your actions.

I open the door of our trusty steed, a 2023 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 4xe plug-in hybrid 4×4, and grab our helmets. We’re part of the longest off-road rally competition in the United States, which boasts approximately 1,600 miles of dirt, sand, rock, and other unforgiving desert terrain. We’ve been tasked with safely navigating the nation’s most remote desert region to find the finish line.

Knowing what type of products and accessories you may need for outdoor vehicle-based adventuring can be daunting. Choosing the appropriate gear to ensure successful endeavors is critical, no matter your budget. These top products can help you stay safe and stylish and sleep comfortably while escaping the daily grind.

The Grenadier from INEOS Automotive, brought to life by the billionaire Jim Ratcliffe, is poised to arrive this year.

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