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South Coast Iceland in Winter: Reykjavík to Vík

Plan a winter South Coast drive from Reykjavík to Vík with a daylight itinerary, waterfall stops and Reynisfjara safety advice for your rental car trip.

Most Instagrammable Places in Iceland, Ranked

The most Instagrammable places in Iceland, ranked by real photo data, with the drive to each one and what the photos leave out. Rain jacket recommended.

Northern Lights by Rental Car: How to Chase Auroras Safely at Night

Chasing the northern lights by rental car in Iceland? Read the aurora forecast, find a safe place to stop, use your lights right, and get back safely.

Which Roads Get Plowed? Iceland's Winter Snow Clearing Rules Explained

Are roads plowed in Iceland? Learn the A to G winter service rules, what half clearing means and how to check conditions before a winter road trip.

Driving Iceland with 4 Hours of Daylight: Planning a December Road Trip

Iceland gets about 4 hours of daylight in December. See sunrise and sunset times for Reykjavík and Akureyri, realistic daily distances, and a South Coast day plan.

Studded Tires, Winter Tires and the Law: What Your Iceland Rental Car Should Have

Studded tires in Iceland are legal from November 1 to April 14. See what the law says about winter tires, the 3 mm tread rule, and what to check on your rental car.

Yellow, Orange, Red: What Iceland's Weather Warnings Mean

What Iceland's yellow, orange and red weather warnings mean for driving, how far ahead they're issued, and how to adjust your route and rental plans.

How to Read Iceland's Road Conditions Map (umferdin.is) Before Every Winter Drive

Learn to read Iceland's road conditions map on umferdin.is: legend, wind and temperature readings, update times, the 1777 hotline, and a five minute morning check.

Iceland Car Rental in 2026: New Road Tax, Hybrid Fleets and Travel Changes

Planning a trip? See the biggest new developments in Iceland travel for 2026, from car rental changes to road fees, fleet upgrades, parking, and safety.

Save on Fuel with our Discount Card

Save 12 ISK per liter on fuel when you book with Northbound. Simple, free digital discount card to use at Orkan stations all around Iceland.

Solar Eclipse 2026 in Iceland: A Once-in-a-Lifetime Travel Experience

Plan your trip to see the total solar eclipse in Iceland on August 12, 2026. Discover the best viewing locations, travel tips, and why renting a car is essential for this once-in-a-lifetime experience.

New: Price Watch for Your Car Rental Search

Northbound Price Watch is a new tool that allows you to watch for drops in rental car prices. Simply input your dates and we'll notify you when things get cheaper, it's free and it saves you money.