Jason Gonderman

3 days ago | dieselarmy.com | Jason Gonderman

It's no secret that the off-road and overland scene has exponentially gained in popularity over the past decade. What once was the realm of Jeep Wranglers and Toyota Tacomas has blossomed to include all varieties of four-wheel-drive vehicles. In the eternal quest for additional space to haul gear (hey, collecting gear is half of the overland hobby) we've seen a shift away from the smaller SUVs and midsize trucks to larger fullsize pickups. We've experienced this shift firsthand.

4 days ago | offroadxtreme.com | Jason Gonderman

It’s no secret that the off-road and overland scene has exponentially gained in popularity over the past decade. What once was the realm of Jeep Wranglers and Toyota Tacomas has blossomed to include all varieties of four-wheel-drive vehicles. In the eternal quest for additional space to haul gear (hey, collecting gear is half of the overland hobby) we’ve seen a shift away from the smaller SUVs and midsize trucks to larger fullsize pickups. We’ve experienced this shift firsthand.

4 days ago | offroadxtreme.com | Jason Gonderman

If the Ford Explorer Tremor sounds familiar and the first thing that comes to mind isn’t a rugged backcountry trail, then like us it’s time for you to put the Blink 182 CDs away and join the modern era. You see, Ford first introduced the world to “Tremor” with the Ranger Tremor in 2002. This truck was street-focused and featured a bangin’ audio package. The original Ranger Tremor package packed a 485-watt Pioneer audio system and a higher output alternator and was available until 2004.

1 week ago | offroadxtreme.com | Jason Gonderman

As the nature of camping and exploration continue to evolve so does the gear needed to support it. One item that has enabled a more luxurious experience is the advent of the portable power station, also referred to as solar generators. These small boxes often pack some form of lithium battery and AC inverter into a self-contained and portable package. Naturally, there are models that range from basic to extravagant and come with a price spread to match.

1 week ago | dieselarmy.com | Jason Gonderman

Who doesn't like a good old-fashioned dyno shootout? The heavy-duty diesel truck market in 2025 is more competitive than ever. Ford, Ram, and Chevrolet have all been busy stepping up their game. At the heart of each of these workhorses lies an optional powerhouse diesel engine built for hauling, towing, and tackling tough terrain. While all three manufactures claim superiority in one discipline or another, it's undeniable that it has been the horsepower wars that command the most attention.