SERIES 1, ISSUE 8
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SERIES 1, ISSUE 8

April 25th, 2026 (Series 1 Issue 8)


This weeks edition includes:

A back-dated beauty RRC in the shop to mend some errors from another shop.

A very rare Holland & Holland Edition P38 in with a long list of work required. As well as revisiting the a V8 D110 and the cosmetic & performance upgrades we performed.

Discussing the Range Rover Sport TWENTY edition after 20 years of Sports, and the Defender Trophy 2026 coming up.

A new partnership announcement for Land Rover modifications is right around the corner, sign up to Field Journal to hear before everyone else.

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SERIES 1, ISSUE 7
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SERIES 1, ISSUE 7

March 28th, 2026 (Series 1 Issue 7)

This weeks edition includes:

A new-style Defender 90 in the shop for a some cosmetic modifications!

A Discovery 5 with a serious water leak and a behind the scenes of the work we have to do to resolve it. As well as a beautiful Series II 109 with a fuel-y aroma.

As well as in memory of Tim Slessor. One of the kickstarters of the Oxford-Cambridge Expedition, an overland pioneer, and an incredible human.

And a partnership editorial with Modern Luxury Magazine about the Agulhas Bespoke brand and what goes in to building a Heritage-Led Defender.

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SERIES 1, ISSUE 6
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SERIES 1, ISSUE 6

March 28th, 2026 (Series 1 Issue 6)

A rare 1 of 90 Defender 90SV came to the shop for a service. Have you ever seen or heard of this Defender before?

An offroad-built LR3 receiving some maintenance items that are crucial for upcoming offroading events. As these vehciles are all beginning to push the 20 years old mark, its important to check these items to keep it driving well.

As well as making a Land Rover truly yours and a reflection of your personality and taste. How INDEPENDENT can provide cosmetic and performance modifications for your Land Rover.

And introducing our Bespoke Vehicle Build Guide that provides a useful place to begin If you’ve been circling the idea of a build.

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SERIES 1, ISSUE 5
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SERIES 1, ISSUE 5

March 14th, 2026 (Series 1 Issue 5)

The “Rovers We Like Edition” features 3 awesome Land Rovers that have stopped by the shop for some work. One of them includes a rare, Japanese-Spec D90.

How to drive your Rover through muddy fields caused by the changing of Spring.

Celebrating the 39th Anniversary of the start of Range Rover Classic Sales in the U.S.

As well as introducing a new Agulhas Build. We think the Land Rover history buffs will love this one...

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SERIES 1, ISSUE 4
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SERIES 1, ISSUE 4

February 28th, 2026 (Series 1 Issue 4)

A discussion of the incoming Electric Defender Sport coming into fruition. Is it a good thing?

A NAS-ty steering experience in a 1997 Defender 90 and routine service, and a 12-Volt problem in a 2020 Defender... Land Rover and their electrical gremlins, eh?

As well as the Perils of salt and not washing your Land Rover after our winter storms.

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SERIES 1, ISSUE 3
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SERIES 1, ISSUE 3

February 14th, 2026 (Series 1 Issue 3)

A familiar face is back, facing some break-in period realities, 200Tdi with a not-so-clutch clutch, and a Major Spec 2006 Range Rover here for a major service.


Six books that every Land Rover fan should read or own. Including Nick Dimbleby’s amazing encyclopedia of stories, photos and history of the Camel Trophy.


As well as the warning signs a warm engine hides during the cold start of any Land Rover, old and new.

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SERIES 1, ISSUE 2
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SERIES 1, ISSUE 2

January 31st, 2026 (Series 1 Issue 2)

A Range Rover Classic and its ongoing negotiation with the cold, a Disco II with a snapped-off key in the ignition, and a 2018 Range Rover Sport experiencing reality.

An ode to the Defender after the 10 year anniversary of the final Defender rolling off the production line.

As well as Defender tips to keep yours healthy and rolling for years to come.

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SERIES 1, ISSUE 1
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SERIES 1, ISSUE 1

January 17, 2026 (Series 1 Issue 1)

A rare P38, Preparing your Range Rover for Snow, and Dakar Updates! Welcome to Field Journal!

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