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The Big Lap Bible: A Guide to Touring Australia  

Touring Australia is one of the most rewarding, and at times, challenging holidays you’ll ever have the pleasure of doing. It offers the chance to explore the vast and varied landscapes of this incredible continent, from the white sandy beaches of Esperance to the deep reds of the Outback. It doesn’t matter what your flavour is, Australia will well and truly cater for it.   In this guide, we’ll delve into each essential aspect of the journey, and give you the tips and tricks you need to get the big lap done.   Planning Your Route  Choosing the right route is crucial for a successful Big Lap. You want to get this right not only for the enjoyment factor of having a year-round summer, but also the financial factor too. Consider the seasons and weather patterns in each region to plan your itinerary accordingly. When you’re towing a caravan or camper trailer it pays to do your big drive days when a tail wind is blowing as this’ll help push you along and save you some hard-earned coin at the bowser.   Stick to the southern states during December, January, and February when the weather is milder and more comfortable for touring. Then, as the temperatures begin to drop in the southern regions, head north during June, July, and August. This way, you…

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The only 4X4 accessory you’ll pass down to your grandkids

There’s no shortage of odds and ends, doo dad’s and what’s its we fit to our rigs, all with their own unique story and purpose. But some bits of 4X4 kit are a little more special than that. In fact, the Engel range of fridges may as well be considered family heirlooms. For a comparable price as their competitors, the Engel range of fridges have a track record 60 years long, with many of those early fridges still bouncing around the tracks in the back of 4X4s to this day. To find out what gives Engel their staying power, we sat down with tech-guru Peter from Engel, here’s what he had to say. Dan: Righto Peter, let’s cut right to the chase, what do you do at Engel and how long have you been doing it?  Peter: I’ve been with Engel for 29 years. I’ve worn a lot of hats over the years, everything from helping set up the business to sales rep., State Manager for several states, looking after our national accounts like Kenworth, etc., I’ve worked in our customer service division and done a lot of staff training internally as well as external retail training. Yeah, just about everything.   D: For those who have been living under a rock for the last 60 years, can you give us…

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The Story Behind Project Thirst Responder – Our F-150 with Attitude

For over two decades, Pat Callinan has built himself a reputation as a no-nonsense outback tourer. His shows, websites, magazines, and 4X4s have all been about exploring the Australian landscape focusing more on the natural beauty and the excitement of discovering new tracks, than showboating. But with last season’s Everest and Ranger builds serving as big-lap proven tourers, and the opportunity to get behind the wheel of a 2024 F-150 Lariat, what happens when Pat wants to have a little fun? What does it look like when he sets out to build a rig that’ll put a smile on his face whether he’s parked up trackside in Innamincka, or just heading to his local watering hole to spend an afternoon with mates? Enter ” Project Thirst Responder”, a vehicle that marks a departure from Pat’s utilitarian ethos to embrace the sheer joy of motoring down an outback track with the promise of good times and better mates at the end.    The Rig     Ford’s F Series line of trucks has had an on-again-off-again relationship with Australia. Factory-backed, we’ve seen a few models over the last 50-odd years including the F-250 in the mid-2000s, and the F-100 and Bronco back in the 80s. While you’ve been able to buy grey import and locally converted F-150s for a while now, Pat’s 2024 model…

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Two Years on The Tracks – How the Everest held up

After two years on the road, the Everest beach tourer has not only proven its mettle across Australia’s varied landscapes but has proven that despite the huge popularity of 4X4 dual cab utes these days, trusty wagons can seriously hold their own as do-it-all rigs.   Straight out of the gate, Ford’s Next Gen Everest Sport is a marvel of modern 4X4 technology. Boasting a 3L V6 turbo-diesel engine, it overshadows its competitors with sheer power and a hefty 3.5 tonnes towing capacity. From an Electronic Brake Controller to a forward-facing camera complete with a lens cleaner as standard, Ford has thought of it all. As Ian Foston, Ford’s Chief Platform Engineer, puts it, the Everest is the “unsung hero” that now roars with 184kW of power and 600Nm of torque, meeting the customers’ call for more capability and power. Let’s dive into how this ultimate beach tourer has evolved.  New Gear for a New Season  First up, the Bushwakka Extreme Square 2m, now upgraded with gas struts, makes an appearance. It’s a piece of kit that’s been invaluable for beachside camping and quick stops in the bush. The awning’s design perfectly complements the Everest, ensuring the tailgate can swing open without interference, a critical consideration for beach tourers who rely on easy access to the rear for gear, food, and…

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