Q&A: Frank Hutchinson – Don Kyatt Spare Parts
Pat Callinan’s 4X4 Adventures sits down with Frank Hutchinson, who has celebrated 50 years in the trade as boss at Don Kyatt Spare Parts. PC4X4: Do you have a trade…
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October 2019
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ACCC taking Mazda to court for “unconscionable conduct”
The ACCC has initiated legal proceedings against Mazda Australia for alleged “unconscionable conduct […] and false or misleading representations” to car buyers. Mazda Australia is being taken to court by…
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Busted and Broken near Birdsville
Pat recently caught up with Sam Barnes who runs the Birdsville Roadhouse and offered some sage advice around tourers heading across the Simpson and getting stuck or breaking their 4X4s.…
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Bushfire safety tips for four-wheel drivers
Check out our handy guide on bushfire safety for four-wheel drivers explaining what to do if you get caught in a bushfire situation while you’re out camping. Hopefully, by now,…
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Pat’s heading to the Perth 4WD Show to reveal his Ultimate Amarok
Pat’s heading to the Perth 4WD Show in November to reveal his Ultimate Amarok project vehicle. Pat’s chosen the Perth 4WD Show to reveal his Ultimate Amarok project vehicle. Running…
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Mandatory Data Sharing Law on its way…good news for independent workshops
The introduction of mandatory data sharing law will force car makers to share service and repair information with independent workshops. Australian car owners will soon be able to choose their…
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Balgo Tourist Road could be next great outback adventure drive
Expected to open next year (2020) the 140km-long Balgo Tourist Road looks likely to become the country’s next great outback adventure drive. The township of Balgo sits on the edge…
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WA 4WD to unveil 4200km Mundaring loop at the Perth 4×4 Show
Following the release last year of its Mundaring to Albany’ living track’, WA 4WD has announced a 3500km extension which it will reveal in full at the Perth 4×4 Show…
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Refreshed 2020 Ford Ranger to get US-spec leveller kit?
The refreshed 2020 Ford Ranger is due in Australia in November, and it’s believed the updated 4X4 pickup will be offered with a two-inch lift kit as a factory accessory…
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2019 Holden Trailblazer LTZ Review
Read our 2019 Holden Trailblazer LTZ Review with Price, Specs, Performance, Ride and Handling On- and Off-Road, Towing, Practicality, Safety and Verdict. 2019 Holden Trailblazer LTZ Specifications Pricing $52,490+ORC Warranty…
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Counterfeit parts found in 60% of online searches
Up to 60% of online search results connect customers with counterfeit products according to new research by the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI). New research from the FCAI reveals…
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Big Red Jacks recalled over potential to collapse
Six Big Red Jacks recalled because of potential to collapse when used, the products were sold in-store and online. An immediate product recall has been issued for six Big Red…
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Hyundai Veloster Grappler Concept Revealed
The Hyundai Veloster Grappler has been teased ahead of its reveal in November at the 2019 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) show in Las Vegas. The 2019 Specialty Equipment Market…
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SEMA Ford Ranger concepts teased
Ford will boast the largest OEM display at the 2019 Specialty Equipment Market Association show in November and has teased a handful of Ford Ranger concepts. With sales of dual-cab…
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2019 Nissan Navara N-Trek Review
Isaac Bober’s 2019 Nissan Navara N-Trek Review with pricing, specs, practicality, performance, on- and off-road ride and handling, safety and verdict. 2019 Nissan Navara N-Trek Specifications Price $58,950+ORC (as tested) Warranty…
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2019 Ford Everest Titanium Long-Term Review
We have three months with the Everest Titanium to find out if the bi-turbo engine, the seven-seat layout and its rough-road ability make it a must-buy for families. What are…
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Driving an X-Class in Albania
How does the Mercedes-Benz X-Class X350d deal with earthquakes, torrential rain, rock falls and tracks being washed away before our eyes? Disclaimer: The photos you’re looking at were taken two…
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2020 Land Rover Defender 110 Pricing Revealed
Pricing and features for the 2020 Land Rover Defender 110 has been revealed ahead of the all-new Defender arriving in Australia next year. Land Rover Australia has announced pricing for…
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2020 Isuzu D-Max Revealed
The 2020 Isuzu D-Max has been revealed overnight marking the first all-new model since the current model launched eight years ago…it won’t get here for another 12 months. The 2020…
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What is a Soft Shackle and why should I care?
Soft shackles have fast become an alternative to rated steel shackles in 4×4 recovery, but what just what is a soft shackle? Before the industrial revolution arrived in the 1800s…
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2019 Nissan Navara N-Trek Warrior Revealed… On-sale in December
Nissan Australia showed off its new range-topping Navara N-Trek Warrior which has been developed, tested and built here in Australia. By Dave Morley: With the high-riding, dune-bashing, 75-grand Ford firmly…
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Petrol-only Nissan Patrol was the right choice, says Nissan Australia
Nissan Australia claims its faith in a petrol-only Nissan Patrol has paid off with sales improving but it still lags the LandCruiser 200 Series. By Dave Morley: It wasn’t exactly…
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2019 Toyota Prado fuel pipe recall
Toyota Australia is recalling 1899 Toyota Prados built between March and April 2019 because of the fuel pipe being improperly tightened and the potential for it to leak. Toyota Australia…
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New 2020 Isuzu D-MAX revealed
The new 2020 Isuzu D-MAX has now been revealed, albeit to the Thai market first. It’s no surprise the new 2020 Isuzu D-MAX has been revealed to the Thai market…
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Ford Ranger and Mitsubishi Triton lead 4×4 sales in September
Toyota HiLux might have been the best-selling new vehicle in September but Ford Ranger and Mitsubishi Triton were the best-selling 4x4s. The Australian new vehicle sales market continued its 18th…
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Piranha Off Road Product shows off expanded product portfolio
Piranha Off Road Products has released its latest product catalogue, showing off an expanded line-up and its transition to a one-stop shop for off-road and touring products. An iconic Australia…
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Yamaha EF2200iS Launched
Boasting 200W more than the EF2000iS, the all-new Yamaha EF2200iS has launched with the ability to power some caravan air-conditioning units. Yamaha has revealed its all-new inverter generator, the EF2200iS.…
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mobile phone detection cameras coming to NSW
NSW will roll out mobile phone detection cameras by the end of this year (2019) making it the first place on the planet to specifically target mobile-phone use with fixed…
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