June 2026

There are plenty of companies that sell adventure. Far fewer actually live it. That’s what has made ARB’s 50th anniversary series such a strong reminder of why the brand has…

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Why More 4X4s Are Getting Defected (And How To Avoid Being Next)

For years, modified 4X4s have flown largely under the radar. A touring setup with a lift kit, bigger tyres, a bar work package and an aftermarket exhaust barely raised an…

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What A $320 Million Kimberley Investment Means For 4X4ers

There’s a tendency to think of the Kimberley as one of the last untouched corners of Australia. Spend enough time exploring the region and it’s easy to understand why. The…

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Boom To Bust: What Is Happening To Australian Caravans?

If you’ve spent any time around caravan dealerships over the last five years, you’ve seen both extremes of the market. During COVID, manufacturers couldn’t build vans fast enough. Customers were…

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The Unwritten Rules Of The Bush

One of the biggest mistakes new 4X4ers make is assuming that because they’re out in the bush, they have the place to themselves. The reality is that every track is…

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Planning A Big Lap? This Weather Forecast Could Change Everything

Most of us spend months planning a major trip. We map routes, book campsites, service the rig and count down the days until departure. What we rarely consider is whether…

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Why Ford Believes Australia’s Best Engineering Days Are Ahead

For a lot of Aussie’s, the end of local car manufacturing felt like the end of an era. When the last Falcon rolled off the line in 2016, it was…

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Is Your Roof Rack Dangerously Overloaded? (And How To Fix It)

There’s a good chance you’ve spent plenty of time worrying about your vehicle’s GVM, but how much thought have you given to what’s happening above your head? For many of…

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Why Corrugations Are Destroying Your Rig (And How To Drive Them)

When most people think about vehicle damage in the bush, they picture dramatic moments. A tyre sidewall gets sliced open on a sharp rock. A water crossing goes deeper than…

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Cold Snap Closes Alpine Routes

An early dumping of snow has seen the authorities shut down several iconic High Country tracks ahead of schedule. Severe weather and safety concerns mean the winter lockout is officially…

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Aus J Hot Water System Faces The Ultimate Outback Torture Test

We talk a lot about reliability when we’re prepping our rigs. Usually, that means making sure our winches work or our tyres can handle sharp stakes. For most weekenders though,…

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Kakadu Closures Lock Out Popular Falls For 2026

If you’re planning a trip to the Top End this dry season, you need to rewrite your itinerary. Parks Australia and the TO’s have just dropped a bombshell announcement regarding…

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Electrical

REDARC Drops New Analog-Style 12V Battery Gauge

We all know the routine. You pitch camp after a long drive, open the canopy, and immediately pull out your phone to check how the auxiliary battery is tracking. It…

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Don’t Get Lost In The Outback

We love getting out into the red dirt as much as anyone, but lately, we’ve been seeing some pretty grim reminders of how quickly the outback can turn on you.…

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Shifting Sands: ARB’s 50th Anniversary Tour Heads For The Arabian Desert

Why More 4X4s Are Getting Defected (And How To Avoid Being Next)

What A $320 Million Kimberley Investment Means For 4X4ers

Boom To Bust: What Is Happening To Australian Caravans?

The Unwritten Rules Of The Bush

Planning A Big Lap? This Weather Forecast Could Change Everything

Why Ford Believes Australia’s Best Engineering Days Are Ahead

Is Your Roof Rack Dangerously Overloaded? (And How To Fix It)

Why Corrugations Are Destroying Your Rig (And How To Drive Them)

Cold Snap Closes Alpine Routes

Aus J Hot Water System Faces The Ultimate Outback Torture Test

Kakadu Closures Lock Out Popular Falls For 2026

REDARC Drops New Analog-Style 12V Battery Gauge

Don’t Get Lost In The Outback