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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

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...

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Best Car Camping Tents - Where To Sleep

Best Car Camping Tents - Where To Sleep

Emprise Posted on February 21 2022

Rooftop tents are a popular way to increase campsite comfort, but as I discovered recently, there’s a lotto consider before...
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Hemas Guide To Towing Off Road

Hemas Guide To Towing Off Road

Emprise Posted on February 21 2022

The debate surrounding the merits of petrol and diesel engines has been raging for decades. Diesel engines are often lauded...
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Replacing the factory bumper is something a lot of tourers do

Are Rear Bar Replacements Worth It?

Emprise Posted on October 29 2021

Does adding an aftermarket rear bar to your 4WD provide value or is it a waste of money?
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GPS Trackers for 4WD's & Trailers

GPS Trackers for 4WD's & Trailers

Emprise Posted on October 07 2021

Words Tyler Jefferson Pics SuppliedCaravans are an excellent investment in quality family time and relaxation. They’re also a major asset...
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Interview with REDARC - Powering Your Every Need

Interview with REDARC - Powering Your Every Need

Emprise Posted on October 01 2021

With the many types of power sources out there for camping and 4WDing, it can be daunting to know where...
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Interview with Tony Crooke from GME

Interview with Tony Crooke from GME

Emprise Posted on September 22 2021

Words Robyn Pitman-Williams Pics SuppliedWhen travelling, CB radios can be handy — even lifesaving! But how do you choose one,...
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DIY Sunshades

DIY Sunshades

Emprise Posted on September 16 2021

Words and Pics by Scott HeimanRADIATION SICKNESS REMEDYYour van has insulated walls and automotive door and window seals, so the...
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Feral Cats - Pussy Galore

Feral Cats - Pussy Galore

Emprise Posted on September 09 2021

Words David CookNot the James Bond villain, but a much more dangerous enemy, this time to Australia’s small animal life.In...
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Being Prepared

Being Prepared

Emprise Posted on August 20 2021

Words & Images Ron and Viv Moon Travelling isn’t all happy hour and tourist attractions. People need to consider the...
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Hema's Tips For Rear Bar Replacements

Hema's Tips For Rear Bar Replacements

Emprise Posted on July 29 2021

Most 4WDs in Australia have a bullbar on the front for protection but oftentimes, the rear has a flimsy, plastic...
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17 Things You’ll See In The Outback

17 Things You’ll See In The Outback

Emprise Posted on July 23 2021

Thinking of heading into the Australian Outback?. Remote road trips filled with games of eye-spy can create smiling snapshots and...
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Treading Lightly in the Outdoors

Treading Lightly in the Outdoors

Emprise Posted on July 02 2021

An appreciation of nature goes hand-in-hand with the camping lifestyle, so how can we ensure we ‘leave no trace’ as...
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Dealing With Dust

Dealing With Dust

Emprise Posted on June 24 2021

Got a dusty adventure in mind? Here’s how to keep the clouds of dirt from taking control. You just can’t...
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How To Build a Budget DIY Tourer

How To Build a Budget DIY Tourer

Emprise Posted on June 17 2021

Words: Ali Millar Pics: Glenn Wardle  (Image: We picked up our roof rack and toolbox secondhand for a bargain.)Here are a...
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20 Years on the Tracks

20 Years on the Tracks

Emprise Posted on June 11 2021

As owner and tour leader at Adrenalin Off-Road, Ben Carceller has plenty of opportunities to see some of the best...
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Hema's Guide to Snatch Straps

Hema's Guide to Snatch Straps

Emprise Posted on May 18 2021

In the right hands, snatch straps are a clever and effective way to help a stricken vehicle. It's always safe to...
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West of Centre Touring

West of Centre Touring

Emprise Posted on May 13 2021

Words and pics Ron and Viv MoonIt’s a camp I always enjoy. Tucked amongst the low sparse scrub with the...
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Upsizing Your Tyres

Upsizing Your Tyres

Emprise Posted on May 11 2021

Written by Dan EverettGet any group of 4WDers together and sooner or later the topic of tyres will come up....
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The Dark Art of Reverse Parking a Caravan - How to Reverse a Caravan in Tow

The Dark Art of Reverse Parking a Caravan - How to Reverse a Caravan in Tow

Emprise Posted on April 29 2021

We've yet to meet anyone that loves reversing a caravan into a tight spot. In fact, the vast majority of...
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9 Things You Should Know About Water Crossings

9 Things You Should Know About Water Crossings

Emprise Posted on April 08 2021

(Image:  Hema's Top 5 Victorian High Country 4x4 drives - Ingeegoodbee River crossing track.)HOW DEEP CAN YOU GO?Before you leave...
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