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May 6, 2022
As consumers, there are so many recovery equipment options available to help get us out...
Coupling Inspection and Maintenance:
Apr 28, 2022
Being the literal point of connection to your tow vehicle, coupling is critical. Here’s a...
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Discover Australia’s best 4WD tracks, trails and touring destinations. We aim to empower your adventurous spirit with product info, travel tips, how-to guides, and trip preperation & planning tips. Find out more!
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Hema’s Tips For Sand Recoveries
Got a desert or beach adventure in the plans? Here are some of Hema’s tips to keep you well and truly on track.Australia is hands down one of the best places on earth to 4WD. Our home’s terrain is incredibly diverse and fun to tackle, most especially our beaches and...
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Local Lockdown Blues Cures
The border closures brought by COVID-19 have created a sense of restlessness and itchy feet. No longer able to travel...
Hema’s Tips For Sand Recoveries
Got a desert or beach adventure in the plans? Here are some of Hema’s tips to keep you well and...
Australia's Top 10 East Coast Touring Towns
Words by James Jackson Discover the best of East Coast Australia with this list of towns to visit along the...
4WD Beaches Australia
In Australia, we are lucky enough to have a wide selection of amazing beaches that allow 4WD access. Here is...
A Lesson in Safe Beach Driving
Driving in sand requires proper technique and good judgement. Do you know all the tips and tricks for the next...
Basic Towing Tips
So, you’ve decided on buying a camper trailer and never towed before? Here are some tips to help you tow...
Beginner Outback 4WD Tracks
The Outback is a pretty special place for us 4WDers. At first glance nothing but salt bush and dust paints...
Driving In Snow
Snow driving isn’t common throughout Australia, but it’s easy enough to seek out if you’re hankering for something different.Snow isn’t...
Snatch Straps Explained
It's always safe to travel with another vehicle, bonus points if your mate has a winch. If not, never fear;...
Small-town Layovers
Australian families have been enjoying an overlanding lifestyle since at least the early 1950s. Popular caravanning owes its origins to...
Launching and Retrieving
LAUNCHINGPre-Flight ChecksFirst up, make sure everything is in good working order. This includes checking your trailer hitch and safety chains...
Driving Lights
Most 4WDers opt to brighten up the path with aftermarket lighting. 4WD guru Steve Cassano runs you through how to...
4WD Battery Systems
In order to determine your power supply needs, you first need to think about how much electricity you consume when...
Best Car Camping Tents - Where To Sleep
Rooftop tents are a popular way to increase campsite comfort, but as I discovered recently, there’s a lotto consider before...
Hemas Guide To Towing Off Road
The debate surrounding the merits of petrol and diesel engines has been raging for decades. Diesel engines are often lauded...
Are Rear Bar Replacements Worth It?
Does adding an aftermarket rear bar to your 4WD provide value or is it a waste of money?
GPS Trackers for 4WD's & Trailers
Words Tyler Jefferson Pics SuppliedCaravans are an excellent investment in quality family time and relaxation. They’re also a major asset...
Interview with REDARC - Powering Your Every Need
With the many types of power sources out there for camping and 4WDing, it can be daunting to know where...
Interview with Tony Crooke from GME
Words Robyn Pitman-Williams Pics SuppliedWhen travelling, CB radios can be handy — even lifesaving! But how do you choose one,...
DIY Sunshades
Words and Pics by Scott HeimanRADIATION SICKNESS REMEDYYour van has insulated walls and automotive door and window seals, so the...