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The Importance of Having Someone Spot Your 4WD Recovery
It can happen at any time. You find yourself in need of an outside set of eyes. Even with reverse...
Fire Safety for Campers
For many adventurous Australians, summer is an excellent time to explore new areas and relax in favourite destinations. However, with...
7 Ways to Make Sure Your Drinking Water Is Safe
Without water, you’ll be dead in three days, and while finding water in the outback can be difficult making sure...
How to Choose a Safe Campsite
We’ve all seen and experienced a badly set up camp – but do not be deterred, there are some simple...
Safeguarding Your Diesel
Keep your rig on the road with our exclusive guide to avoiding bad fuel.Fuel is crucial to our overland journeys,...
Driving at night
Night-time driving presents a whole new gamut of challenges to road travellers including decreased visibility, reduced time to react, potential...
What to Do When You Breakdown in the Outback
Having a vehicular breakdown on the highway is an annoyance, but breaking down in the Outback can be fatal. Be...
Top 5 emergency survival items
These top five survival items will help to get you safely through the most common emergency situations.When you’re out exploring...
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...
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...
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;...
Driving Lights
Most 4WDers opt to brighten up the path with aftermarket lighting. 4WD guru Steve Cassano runs you through how to...
Garmin InReach
For those who venture outdoors in search of serenity and take joy in the isolation of remote places, there's value...
Hema’s Guide to Surviving the Tropics
If something can go wrong, it will go wrong, so next time you're planning to head off to the Tropics,...
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...
Being Prepared
Words & Images Ron and Viv Moon Travelling isn’t all happy hour and tourist attractions. People need to consider the...
Hema's Tips For Rear Bar Replacements
Most 4WDs in Australia have a bullbar on the front for protection but oftentimes, the rear has a flimsy, plastic...
Hema's Guide to Snatch Straps
In the right hands, snatch straps are a clever and effective way to help a stricken vehicle. It's always safe to...
9 Things You Should Know About Water Crossings
(Image: Hema's Top 5 Victorian High Country 4x4 drives - Ingeegoodbee River crossing track.)HOW DEEP CAN YOU GO?Before you leave...
Batteries- How Much & What Type?
(Image: Century Overlander 4x4 Battery.) HOW MUCH IS ENOUGH?One of the most common questions that prospective camper trailer or caravan owners...
Tips for Driving on Sand
Sand driving requires a certain set of skills that, once attained, will open some of the most enjoyable and scenic...
4WD Storage Ideas
There are so many different types of storage options out there, we thought it was time to show you as...
4WDriving and Track Care
How often have you seen a post shared on social media that makes you shake your head in disbelief because...
The Importance of Outback Communications
Travelling the outback can throw up all sorts of unexpected situations and being able to communicate with others is extremely...
Driving In Mud
Australia’s dry and dusty tracks will quickly turn into slick mudslides after a bit of rain, when this happens it’s...
Outback Navigation and Communication
Accessing technology before you leave is essential insurance out on the tracks.Maps and a means of reliable communication are vital...
Cape York Trip Safety
The most dangerous hazards are saltwater crocodiles, marine stingers and venomous snakes, but you can avoid their unwelcome attentions by...
The Tip East
The eastern side of the Tip of Cape York features pristine 4WD access beaches, historical ruins and more for off-road...
The Tip West
The journey to the northernmost point of the Australian mainland is a rite of passage for many travellers, particularly those...
Kimberley Safety Precautions
Crocodile SafetyEstuarine or saltwater crocodiles are common residents of Kimberley wetlands. They live mainly in coastal waters and the tidal...
7 Essentials for Serious Four-wheel Drivers
There are plenty of nice-to-have bits of kit to use off the beaten track, but for anyone who wants to...
Getting Equipped
Make sure you’re fully equipped to tackle the High Country before your next foray into Australia’s alpine wonderland. 4WD...
5 Off-Road Lessons You Never Want to Learn
Failing off-road can be a great learning experience, but some 4WD lessons are best avoided at all costs.1. Your winch...
Off-Road Modification
Perhaps you purchased the best 4WD vehicle you could afford, and the plan is to modify it as finances permit....
Towing Weights Explained with Rules and Regulations
Weight is a massively important consideration when towing, we simply cannot over-emphasise the gravity of the matter. It may not...
Best 4WD Driving Lights: Halogen vs HID vs LED
Lights that perform well for the longest time are great bits of gear to have, especially considering that your lighting...
6 Tips for Getting More Out of Your Tyres Off-Road
These tips have been provided by Cooper Tires Australia, the tyre trusted by the Hema Map Patrol for remote mapping...
Ultimate 4WD Touring Vehicles
LandCruiser Troop Carrier80 Series LandCruiserHolden RodeoNissan Patrol Aussie Overlanders 1989 HJ75RV Toyota LandCruiser Troop CarrierAussie Overlanders Gareth and Kirsty are...
Ultimate 4WD Touring Vehicle Maintenance
LandCruiser Troop Carrier80 Series LandCruiserHolden RodeoNissan Patrol Aussie Overlanders 1989 HJ75RV Toyota LandCruiser Troop CarrierAussie Overlanders Gareth and Kirsty are...
4WD Vehicle Packing Tips
Maximise cargo accessibility, safety, and time on the road with these 4WD vehicle-packing tips to simplify trip preparation.1. Heavy items...
Vehicle Preparation
Cape York is perhaps the most revered four-wheel drive location in Australia, with off-roaders everywhere dreaming about undertaking the epic...
Off-road fuel consumption and carrying
Off-Road Fuel: Consumption and CarryingConsumptionVehicles are rated with a certain fuel consumption figure, which is calculated for good road conditions....
Outback main
Preparing for the Outback Posted on: 30/04/20The Outback is a special place for us 4WDers. At first glance nothing but...
How to Know You're An Experienced Off-Roader
These tips have been provided by Australian Offroad Academy, the 4WD trainers trusted by Hema Maps.When it comes to touring...
Keeping Your 4WD Legal
Owning a 4WD allows you to see some of the most spectacular parts of Australia. You can modify it to...
Top First Aid Kits for Travellers
One of the best ways to keep the weight down in our trailers and tow vehicles is to only pack...
Is Your Vehicle Road Trip Ready?
Whether you're heading on an interstate road trip or an extended off-road adventure, these vehicle prep tips will ensure you...
Camping Equipment Checklist
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