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Subaru Introduces the All-Electric Trailseeker and Expands Presence at Overland Expo 2026
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A Newcomer’s Guide to Overland Expo – So Cal 2026 Edition
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Industry Spotlight

Industry Spotlight: Exploration Vans

Sitting at the base of some of the mountains that have helped shape athletes such as Richie Rude and Bode Miller, Exploration Vans is positioned unassumingly between a Gymnastics Camp and Karate Studio.

Industry Spotlight: Truck Brigade

Ryan Horton and TJ Watson, founders of Truck Brigade, came together with the shared vision of revolutionizing the overland parts and accessory market. In 2017, that vision became a reality, as Truck Brigade was founded and is today considered the industry-leading one-stop shop for overland and offroad parts and accessories.

Industry Spotlight: Kovea & Nomadica Outfitters

It was the pursuit of products that were compact and well made that led Josh and Ramin to form Nomadica Outfitters. It also lead them to importing and distributing Kovea products in the USA.

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Industry Spotlight: RiG’d Supply

RiG’d started in a Southern California apartment with a simple idea: build a better hitch-mounted spare-tire carrier that could haul a full-size spare, carry bikes, and mount essentials like a camp table, fuel, and recovery gear. Founder and CEO Luke Wronski recalls calling a friend to gut-check the concept. “I have this idea,” he said. “There are options out there, but nothing does everything I want.” The reply became a spark: “This is America. If you can do something better, do it.” So Luke, alongside co-founders Jason Denney and Ryan Richey did just that.