What AI means for overlanding: from trip planning and entry rules to vehicle builds, kit advice, translation and driver assistance, and where to be careful.
The tyre is the only connection between the vehicle and the road, and it has to deliver grip, safety and comfort, off-road under harder conditions. But who actually knows how a tyre works? We take a look under the tread.
Which tyres do you really need on an off-roader in winter? An overview of winter tyres, the Alpine symbol, legal rules across Europe, snow chains and spikes.
HVO100, FAME, R33: diesel comes in many forms today. We explain the DIN EN590 standard, the new fuel types and which engines can run on them.
The title sounds like an advert for a piece of clothing. It isn't. It's an appeal to common decency, to a non-verbal way of showing respect, and to your own feel-good factor on the road.
Satellite internet is one way to get fast internet on the road, and by now Starlink is a real alternative to local SIM cards or slow wifi. But how well does it actually work in practice for travellers? We asked two who use it on the road and at sea.
Off-road trailers explained: the pros and cons, the main types from load trailers to off-road caravans, example makers, DIY builds, hitches and what to look for.
Is an oil catch can worth retrofitting to your diesel 4x4? We look at how it works, the real pros and cons, fitting, the legal side and maintenance.
Coolant antifreeze does far more than protect against frost. Our guide explains its jobs, the right mixing ratio, how to top up and which products you can mix.
A pickup makes a brilliant base for a camper, and the choice on the market is almost endless. Demountable, flatbed, hardtop, pop-top or over-cab: an overview of the concepts, plus what to look out for when buying.
Airline rails are a versatile, tough system for securing loads. But how do you best fix them in your vehicle, and how much can you actually hang off one? We have put together the key questions about airline rails.
Georgia is a dream for overlanders: the Greater and Lesser Caucasus, Tusheti and the Abano Pass, plus how to get there, the best season and what to prepare.
Modern vehicles have smart alternators to cut emissions. We explain the problems they cause when charging a dual-battery system, and which chargers cope with them.
A complete guide to engine and exhaust sensors: what each does, how it works, typical symptoms and fault codes, from crankshaft and MAF to lambda and NOx.
How universal joints work, the Cardan error, Z and W configurations, the double Cardan joint, the difference to CV joints, plus checking and maintenance.
Cylinder coatings explained: steel liners, Nikasil, Alusil, Lokasil and plasma (TSC), how they work, their pros and cons, and what's actually repairable.
Tyre expert Klaus Faust explains the differences between all-terrain and mud-terrain tyres, when to use which, the right air pressure and why MT tyres are not made for winter.
We put Google Gemini to the test for trip planning: entry requirements, kit, vehicle prep and navigation, what it gets right and where AI hits its limits.