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Off Grid Down Under by MDC
Off Grid Down Under is a brand-new adventure series brought to you by MDC Campers & Caravans, showcasing the very best of Australian travel—rugged landscapes, hidden gems, and real off-grid living. Each week, we take you to a new destination across the country, proving why MDC builds the toughest, most capable caravans on the Australian market. Tune in every Tuesday at 4PM AEST on the MDC Campers & Caravans YouTube channel and get inspired to take the road less travelled.
Episodes
- Off Grid Down Under by MDC
EP 50 | Who’s Really Behind Your Caravan? Warranty, Parts & Compliance Explained
Buying a caravan in Australia? Before you compare floorplans and spec sheets, ask the questions that really matter: who stands behind the warranty, where the…
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EP 49 | Why an Aussie Caravan Brand Went All-In on America
How did an Australian off-road caravan brand build a home in the biggest RV market in the world? MDC USA’s founder, product lead and US business manager tell…
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EP 48 | No Fixed Address: The Truth About Living Full-Time on the Road in Australia
Pete spent 35 years as a Victorian police officer. Sonia ran clinical programs inside the prison system. Then they sold the house, bought a caravan, and drove…
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EP 47 | Sell Up, Quit Your Job, Hit the Road - Hapnin' Empty Nesters
What does it take to pack up your life, ignore the doctors, and go live in a 13-foot caravan full time? Cain and Katrina from Hapnin' Empty Nesters know…
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EP 46 | Inside Dometic: Testing Labs, Grey Market Warning & the Future of Off-Grid Tech
What does it actually take to build appliances tough enough for the Australian outback? In this episode of Off Grid Down Under, Steve sits down with Damian…
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EP 45 | He's Reviewed Them All. Here's What He Really Thinks.
One of Australia's most experienced caravan journalist sits down with the MDC crew at the QLD Muster — and he doesn't hold back. Max Taylor has spent 20+ years…
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EP 44 | They Took A Brand New Caravan on the Gibb River Road
Mandy and Rolly Heath are back — and this time, they've got 13,000 kilometres of stories to share. Since their last appearance on the show, they've taken Gold…
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EP 43 | Hema Maps – The Incredible Story
Australia is only covered by mobile phone signal across 30% of its landmass. If you're relying on Google Maps in the outback, you're relying on memory — and…
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EP 42 | The Road to 40,000+ Caravans: The Full MDC Story
Almost twenty years ago, Vaughan Hindley started Market Direct Group with $5,000, a laptop, and a bulk lot of 12-volt camping jugs on eBay. Today, MDC is one…
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EP 41 - How Caravanning QLD Is Breaking The Mould
What if a caravan expo wasn't just a place to buy a van — but a full festival weekend with onsite camping, motocross shows, fireworks, live music, and food…
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EP 40 - His Grandfather Built the First Land Rover. He Builds the Hitch on Your MDC
What happens when the grandson of the man who built the original Land Rover starts making the hitches that go on the front of your caravan? You get…
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EP 39 - Their Stories Will Change How You Travel
From remote tracks to breathtaking campsites, they share the real stories, hard lessons, and honest tips that only come from life fully on the road. Whether…
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EP 38 - The Trip That Changed Everything
For Mandy and Rolly, the open road wasn't just a holiday, it was a turning point. In this episode of Off Grid Down Under, the couple behind Memories Not Money…
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EP 37 - Why 48V Changes Off-Grid Caravanning Forever | MDC XT MK4 Launch
The wait is over. MDC has just launched the all-new XT MK4 range — eight models, 14 to 19 feet, and every single one built around a fully integrated Projecta…
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EP 36 — Nearly a Million Caravans on the Road: The State of the Industry
Australia is approaching one million registered recreational vehicles on the road — so where is the industry actually headed? In this episode, Sam sits down…
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EP 35 - The Great Aussie Lockout feat. Tony Crooke
Track closures, locked gates and restricted access to public land have become one of the biggest talking points in the Australian 4WD community. In this…
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EP 34 - Why MDC Has Used the Same Electrical System for Years
Fifteen years is a long time in any industry — so what does it take to keep a partnership that strong? In this episode of the Off Grid Down Under Podcast, we…
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EP 33 - You’re Investing Emotional Capital
In this episode of the Off Grid Down Under Podcast, we sit down with Stuart Lamont, CEO of the Caravan Industry Association of Australia (CIAA), to unpack the…
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EP 32 - From Dream to Driveway: Real Caravan Stories with MDC Finance
What really drives someone to buy a caravan? In this episode, we sit down with Candace from MDC’s in-house finance team—someone who’s helped countless Aussies…
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EP 31 - Inside the All-New Forte SR Series 2
In 2024, MDC entered the on-road touring market with the Forte SR range. Now, with the launch of the all-new Forte SR Series 2, we’re not just updating a…
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EP 30 - Why MDC Caravans are Manufactured Overseas
At MDC Campers & Caravans, we’ve spent over 20 years building off-road caravans for Australian conditions — but there’s one question we hear all the time: Why…
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EP 29 - What Causes Trailer Sway (And How Tuson Fixes It)
If you tow a caravan or trailer, understanding sway could save your life. In this video, we break down exactly what trailer sway is, why it happens, and how…
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EP 28 - How Women Are Breaking Into the 4WD Lifestyle | Girls Day Out 4x4 Edition
Getting into the 4WD and off-grid lifestyle can feel intimidating — especially if you’ve never been shown the basics. In this episode of Off-Grid Down Under…
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EP 27 - UHF Radios, Convoy Communication & Off-Grid Safety | Tony Crooke (GME)
UHF radios are one of the most important pieces of communication gear for travelling off-grid in Australia. In this episode of the Off Grid Down Under podcast…
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EP 26 - Moreton Island Adventures With Real Customers
After an epic (and at times chaotic) trip to Moreton Island, we’re sitting down to unpack it all. Cass & Ant from InTwoTheView join Wayne and Sam to talk…
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EP 25 - MDC Christmas Gift Guide // What to Get Your Camping Addicted Friends
Struggling to find the perfect Christmas gift for the outdoor adventurer in your life? 🎄🔥 In this episode of Off Grid Down Under, we break down our best…
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EP 24 - She Travelled Australia — Now She Helps Others Do the Same
Meet Nicole, the newest member of the MDC sales team — and a traveller who spent over a year exploring Australia, towing, camping, working remotely, and living…
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EP 23 - 4x4 Recovery Essentials Every Aussie Should Carry
In this episode of Off Grid Down Under, Sam sits down with Vaughan, Banksy, and Anya to break down everything you need to know about 4x4 recovery gear and…
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EP 22 - Our Epic Cape York Adventure
After completing one of the biggest adventures of our lives, we sat down with Shane and Cyntia from ROA Off-Road to unpack everything that happened on our…
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EP 21 - How To Plan For Remote Travel & Why You Should Join a 4WD Club
Discover how community, confidence, and smart planning come together in the world of 4WD adventure. In this episode, we sit down with Robbie, President of the…
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EP 20 - Essential Bush Mechanic Skills for Remote Caravan Adventures
When you’re miles from anywhere, and something breaks, there’s only one thing that’ll get you back on the road — a bit of that good old Bush Mechanic…
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EP 19 - Murphs in a Pod: Travel, Dogs & Life in an MDC Forte SR19
Join us at the MDC Queensland Muster for a fun chat with Krisi and John Murphy — the duo behind Murphs in a Pod! They share their adventures travelling…
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EP 18 - Solo Female Travel in an MDC Caravan
In this episode, we chat with Kristy Bishop, a solo female traveller exploring Australia in her MDC XL15E MKII caravan, affectionately named “Hugo.” From the…
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EP 17 - Do You Really Need A Suspension Upgrade?
Join us for an in-depth chat with Mark Banks from Beach2Bush Adventures, an off-road expert and suspension specialist. We break down the different types of…
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EP 16 - K'gari Recap // The ROA Off-Road Team Reflect on Fraser Island
In this episode of Off Grid Down Under, Sam and Vaughan from MDC Campers & Caravans sit down with Shane and Cyntia Stauffer from ROA Off-Road to share the…
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EP 15 - Young Adventurers: Charlie & Oliver’s Caravan Life
Join hosts Sam and Wayne in this special episode of Off Grid Down Under as they sit down with two of the youngest off-road adventurers you’ll ever meet —…
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EP 14 - The Evolution of Off-Road Caravanning in Australia
Join hosts Sam Moorhouse, Steve Zammit, James Field, and Vaughan Hindley as they take you behind the scenes of Australia's off-road caravan revolution. In this…
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EP 13 - MDC Muster Highlights | Campfires, Masterclasses & River Dips
Join us for a special Off Grid Down Under podcast episode as we sit down with Leah, MDC’s Events Coordinator, to talk all about the very first MDC Muster! Over…
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EP 12 - From Utah to the Outback: ROA Off-Road Joins the MDC Crew
After two years of partnership, the MDC crew finally welcomes Shane Stauffer — founder of ROA Off-Road and one of MDC’s official U.S. dealers — to Australia!…