September 2021

U.S. auto giant Ford have recently announced a significant investment in EV tech. The $11.4 Billion USD investment will be split between three battery factories and a fourth factory dedicated…

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2016 Toyota LandCruiser 70 Series Single Cab Chassis GXL differential lock

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Mechanical

All Locked Up over Differential Locks

Differential locks or diff-locks can improve a vehicle’s off-road capability and minimise the chances of driveline damage off-road. Let’s take a look at what they are, how they work, if…

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Equipment

Guide – Tyre Pressure Monitoring Systems

Everything you wanted to know about Tyre Pressure Monitoring Systems (TPMS) but were afraid to ask. We look at everything you ever wanted to know about Tyre Pressure Monitoring Systems and…

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Advice

Outback Gourmet – Rocky Road Damper

Looking for something a bit different to you normal damper? Try our delicious, sweet damper that’s definitely not an ‘everyday’ food! Most dampers are pasty white contraptions that need layers of…

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Travel

The Limestone Coast

The southeast corner of South Australia is home to some of Australia’s most spectacular scenery, landscapes, and natural wonders. Find out why the Limestone Coast should be on your bucket…

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U4060 Ed Guide Roof Racks Good Bad Ugly 1 1280px Photo 1524357157238 7d55300162dc

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Vehicles

5 Classic 4x4s climbing in value

Spend enough time perusing marketplace or eBay and you’d be forgiven for thinking you’ve lost your mind. Or maybe everyone else has. Or maybe we’ve changed currency to the Thai…

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Advice

The ugly truth of Overloading your Roof Racks.

We are all very concious about the weight of the gear we shove into our vehicles but, when it comes to roof racks, it seems if it’s out of sight,…

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Vehicles

As the battle for future proof engines rages on between fuel efficient internal combustion engines and battery powered electronic vehicles one contender is often overlook. Hybrid electric. And for good…

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Travel

10 tips for outback travel

Lockdowns are starting to ease. Borders are looking to open again in future. The Aussie population has never been keener to get out past the black stump and explore Australia.…

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Equipment

Scoop! Bushwakka U-Beaut

Australian awning manufacturer, Bushwakka have done it again with the release of the U-Beaut Awning. Gold Coast-based Bushwakka has launched a brand new Australian-made 270-degree awning, and they’ve called it the U-Beaut.…

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Travel

Out the Back of Broken Hill

Broken Hill, some say it’s in the middle nowhere, others say it’s where the real outback starts. Now while I sort of agree with these, I reckon that Broken Hill is in the…

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Advice

Bush Gourmet -Snowy Mountains Tea Cake

When you’re plying the tracks this winter, you’ll be hard pressed to find a tastier morning snack than this Snowy Mountains Tea Cake. With a dash of Wild Brumby Butterscotch Schnapps,…

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Vehicles

The most capable IFS ute you can buy is now built in China

In its all-out assault on the big manufacturers, Chinese juggernaut GWM have just unveiled what is arguably the most off-road capable IFS ute on the market. The new ‘Everest Edition’…

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U4060 Ed Guide Roof Racks Good Bad Ugly 5a 600px Images

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Advice

Roof Load Limits: Know Yours

Every vehicle capable of carrying a roof load has a roof load limit. What is this limit, how do you find it, and what does it mean for you? The…

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Equipment

How to: Regular winch maintenance

Now is a great time to perform some regular winch maintenance to save it from a premature end. With a fair bit of rain about lately it’s a good time…

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Travel

Crawling the Spanish Steps

It’s a baptism of fire as we tackle one of NSW’s toughest tracks in the new Fords. The Spanish Steps. TRAVEL: NEWNES STATE FOREST It’s a track that I’ve known…

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Travel

Gibb River Road gets sealed

In news that upsets 4WDers all across the country and surprises no one, the iconic Gibb River Road in Western Australia is going to look very different soon. Famous as…

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Vehicles

2023 Amarok spotted

With the current generation Amarok ageing out in the next few years Volkswagen have been eager to find a platform to reduce costs while keeping a ute in the Aussie…

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McHitch video interview with Pat Callinan

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Equipment

The Story Behind McHitch

When it comes to off-road towing, the old 50mm ball doesn’t really cut it. In essence, it was designed to look after towing the box trailer, of which it did…

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Mechanical

Gear News: Beaudesert Exhaust

For the past few years, Pat has been working with the team at Beaudesert Exhaust to get a little more power and a lot more longevity out of his Ford’s.…

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Advice

Engel’s Outback Gourmet: Pat’s Protein Pancake Recipe

I know what you’re thinking. You’ve never seen me actually cook anything remotely healthy. Don’t worry, this pancake recipe doesn’t really buck the trend, but it is gluten-free and tastes…

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Mechanical

From the Vault: Welding with Batteries

Through fatigue, overloading or impact – metal can break. And sadly it often does on the goat tracks on which we like to drive. Wouldn’t it be great to be…

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Vehicles

2022 Ford Ranger – First Look

With one of the most anticipated new 4x4s on the horizon, Ford have finally shown us a sneak peek and what can be expected to his showroom floors next year.…

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Electrical

Tested: Ultimate 9 Throttle Controller

Throttle controllers can make a noticeable difference to the drivability of your 4×4. The Ultimate 9 Throttle Controller is no exception. Throttles and even transmissions in modern vehicles are said…

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Equipment

Gear News: Exitrax

The team at Exitrax have launched a nifty new roof rack mount, which in our eyes is the slickest setup so far for any type of recovery boards. The new…

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Vehicles

Toyota shifts focus from Hydrogen

When you realise you’re flogging a dead horse you’ve got two options. Either decide you’re in too deep and hope the flogging starts working, or find a better horse. Toyota…

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Equipment

5 most ridiculous hitch-mounted accessories

Your 4x4s tow-hitch is one of the most usable features on it. Whether you’re driving a wagon or ute a tow hitch enables endless practicality. From towing caravans to the…

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Vehicles

GMC Hummer EV to have 1000km range

General Motors have recently announced a partnership with a start up lithium metal battery manufacturer to help boost the U.S. manufacturers electric vehicle battery capacity. Ultimately providing extended driving range,…

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Equipment

The most ridiculous towing accessory you can buy

Towing is becoming more and more popular in the 4×4 world and for good reason. Families are spending more time than ever on the road, and bringing along a camper…

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Ford to invest $15,000,000,000 on EV tech

All Locked Up over Differential Locks

Guide – Tyre Pressure Monitoring Systems

Outback Gourmet – Rocky Road Damper

The Limestone Coast

5 Classic 4x4s climbing in value

The ugly truth of Overloading your Roof Racks.

7000km from a hybrid-diesel

10 tips for outback travel

Scoop! Bushwakka U-Beaut

Out the Back of Broken Hill

Bush Gourmet -Snowy Mountains Tea Cake

The most capable IFS ute you can buy is now built in China

Roof Load Limits: Know Yours

How to: Regular winch maintenance

Crawling the Spanish Steps

Gibb River Road gets sealed

2023 Amarok spotted

The Story Behind McHitch

Gear News: Beaudesert Exhaust

Engel’s Outback Gourmet: Pat’s Protein Pancake Recipe

From the Vault: Welding with Batteries

2022 Ford Ranger – First Look

Tested: Ultimate 9 Throttle Controller

Gear News: Exitrax

Toyota shifts focus from Hydrogen

5 most ridiculous hitch-mounted accessories

GMC Hummer EV to have 1000km range

The most ridiculous towing accessory you can buy