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4x4Battery Management -  Charged and Ready to Go - Hema Maps Online Shop

Battery Management - Charged and Ready to Go

Concerned about the capabilities of your auxiliary battery and power management system? We explore the different options available to give you peace of mind while overlanding.

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4WDAre Rear Bar Replacements Worth It? - Hema Maps Online Shop

Are Rear Bar Replacements Worth It?

Does adding an aftermarket rear bar to your 4WD provide value or is it a waste of money?

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CaravanningGPS Trackers for 4WD's & Trailers - Hema Maps Online Shop

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 worth protecting. Here, we discuss how best to protect your...

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BatteryInterview with REDARC: Powering your every need - Hema Maps Online Shop

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 to start without becoming overwhelmed. So, we spoke with Cameron Bleakley, REDARC Customer ...

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CommunicationInterview with Tony Crooke from GME - Hema Maps Online Shop

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, and what features are the most important? We sat down for a chat with ...

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4WDrivingDIY Sunshades - Hema Maps Online Shop

DIY Sunshades

Words and Pics by Scott HeimanRADIATION SICKNESS REMEDYYour van has insulated walls and automotive door and window seals, so the main cause of heat gain and heat loss are most likely windows. In th...

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EnvironmentFeral Cats - Pussy Galore - Hema Maps Online Shop

Feral Cats - Pussy Galore

Words David CookNot the James Bond villain, but a much more dangerous enemy, this time to Australia’s small animal life.In May 2011, when Lake Eyre was in the midst of its last major flooding episo...

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