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The pros and cons of bigger wheels and tyres on your 4WD - Hema Maps Online Shop
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The pros and cons of bigger wheels and tyres on your 4WD

Join us as we interview John Kulikowski — wheel and tyre guru from Bob Jane T-Marts — on how changing your wheel/tyre size can affect your four-wheel driving adventures.

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4WDPreparing for dry season touring in Australia — part one - Hema Maps Online Shop

Preparing for dry season touring in Australia — part one

With the dry season just around the corner in our country’s northern regions, join us as we explore some of the best preparation practices for a successful ‘up north’ trip.

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4WDA guide to driving on sand in a 4WD - Hema Maps Online Shop

A guide to driving on sand in a 4WD

The first thing to remember about sand driving is that less is more. Less air in the tyres, less (low) tide and less braking. You may hear some four-wheel drivers bemoan the perils of a sandy track...

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4WDWhat you need to know about 4WD recovery points - Hema Maps Online Shop

What you need to know about 4WD recovery points

  Words Ian Bellert Recovery points on a vehicle are possibly the most critical piece of equipment when it comes to recovery. These points are placed under immense pressure under winching, snatchi...

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4WDHow to Clean your 4WD after a Beach Trip? - Hema Maps Online Shop

How to Clean your 4WD after a Beach Trip?

Featuring insights on how to save time and money from expert Dave Darmody (from Australian Offroad Academy). Hint: salt water is not your car’s friend! Rous Battery, Moreton Island Thoroughly clean...

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4WDPlanning your trip to Moreton Island (Mulgumpin), Queensland - Hema Maps Online Shop

Planning your trip to Moreton Island (Mulgumpin), Queensland

  In this first of a three-part series, we’re going to dive into the best that Queensland’s Moreton Island/Mulgumpin has to offer and plan the ultimate four-wheel driving holiday.     Moreton Isla...

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4WD4WD and environmental etiquette in Australia - Hema Maps Online Shop

4WD and environmental etiquette in Australia

When it comes to touring our vast nation, some courtesies must be observed to respect the land and other people.

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