There are many valid arguments as to whether you should travel solo or in a group and what you should pack.
I enjoy solo adventures as it gives more flexibility to my travel plans, however, small groups of 2 to 4 vehicles make for enjoyable trips on condition everyones' vehicles are in a well maintained condition and the adventurers are aligned to similar codes of ethics and practices.
Regardless of the vehicle you use, the basics remain the same and Tim Collins sums this up very nicely in his You Tube clips:
Typical mistakes when adventure travelling: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LOolCTPHvQk
Tips when travelling alone: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j2ThSgue8GM