Isaac Bober, Author at Pat Callinan's 4X4 Adventures

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Ultra-low-sulphur diesel lacks lubrication according to the Internet. So, it says, adding 2-stroke oil to a tankful of diesel is the cure-all. Let’s find out. Ever since it became a…

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2022 Volkswagen Amarok teased

It’s only a sketch, so it’s highly unlikely the actual next-generation Amarok will look anywhere near this aggressive. Shown briefly last night at Volkswagen’s annual general meeting, the 2022 Volkswagen…

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Advice

Put the wrong fuel into your 4X4? Here’s what you need to know

Not as common as it used to be, it’s still possible to misfuel your petrol or diesel 4X4 causing thousands of dollars’ worth of damage. Me, I’ve never filled a…

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Toyota releases limited-edition Prado Kakadu Horizon

Toyota has announced the release of its limited-edition Toyota Prado Kakadu Horizon which is on-sale now from $89,590+ORCs. Toyota has added some cosmetic fripperies to the Prado Kakadu for the…

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2020 Jeep Gladiator on-sale in May from $75,450+ORCs

The 2020 Jeep Gladiator will go on-sale in Australia from May with prices starting at $75,450+ORCs for the Gladiator Overland. The Jeep Gladiator will go on-sale in Australia from May…

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Brake dust is very bad for our health

According to researchers at Cambridge University brake dust is just as harmful as exhaust emissions. For years and years there’s been study after study released looking at the effects of…

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Equipment

ARB air locker replacement for 70 Series LandCruiser released

ARB has released an Air Locker to replace the factory diff lock in the Toyota 70 Series LandCruiser, it will be available from March and is priced from $1095. ARB…

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Polaris To Exit Atv (quad Bike) Market In October 2020

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Polaris to quit ATV sales in Australia by October

Polaris has announced it will quit the ATV market in Australia by October this year (2020), following the introduction of new quad bike safety laws which come into play that…

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Ford Ranger best-selling 4X4 in January (2020). Again

The Ford Ranger has continued its dominance of the 4X4 segment, topping total 4X4 sales in January followed by the Toyota HiLux and Mitsubishi Triton, with the HiLux and Ranger…

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2021 Ford Bronco Spied. Again.

The 2021 Ford Bronco has been spied again having shed its faux Ranger body, giving us the best look yet of its rugged, boxy shape. Photos by SpiedBilde. Drip, drip,…

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Hochgeländegängige Unimog U 5023 Unterstützen Expeditionsteam In Chile Gleichzeitig Höhenweltrekord Mit 6.694 Metern Extreme Off Road Unimog U 5023 Trucks Assist An Expedition Team In Chile And Even Set The World Altitude Record At 6694 Metres

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Unimog driven up the world’s tallest active volcano

Merc’s monster off-roader has made it to the top of the world’s highest volcano (and it’s active) and set a new world altitude record for a driven vehicle. The Mercedes-Benz…

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National Parks NSW and State Forests ask for patience as they begin re-opening parks and tracks after bushfires

Both National Parks and Wildlife Service and the Forestry Corporation are working towards a progressive re-opening of the most popular parks in NSW with safety the primary concern. The National…

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2020 Amarok V6 Manual Core Enduro on-sale at $48,990 driveaway

The Volkswagen Amarok V6 Manual won’t launch until next month but the VW website is already carrying an offer for the ‘special’ Amarok V6 Core Enduro variant. The Volkswagen Amarok…

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Takata Airbag recall just got much bigger and more dangerous

A recall is being issued for vehicles with Takata airbags running NADI 5-AT inflators…yes, this is a new type of Takata airbag with a dodgy inflator. The Takata airbag recall…

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Patriot Campers becomes distributor for Sherp ATV in Oz

Patriot Campers has become first Down Under distributor for the Sherp ATV which is a mental-looking Russian developed all-terrain vehicle. The Sherp ATV first hit the market in 2012 and…

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Jeep to support Farmers Across Borders relief run in 2020

Jeep Australia has announced it will support Farmers Across Borders in 2020 by feeding and supplying support vehicles for its relief run in 2020. Charity group Farmers Across Borders is…

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Willie Wagtail: Species Spotlight

The Willie Wagtail is one of the most common birds in Australia and one of the cutest too, often found flitting behind lawnmowers or running animals to catch disturbed insects.…

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Ku-ring-gai council not targeting 4X4 owners, it says

Despite 59 streets banning vehicles with a 3t GVM limit, Ku-Ring-Gai Council said it is not targeting 4X4 owners. Ku-ring-gai Council, in the northern suburbs of Sydney, has limited access…

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Big Red Jacks pays $12,600 fine for alleged breach of safety standard

The ACCC has issued Hai Feng International Pty Ltd, trading as Big Red Jacks Tools & Equipment (Big Red Jacks), has paid a fine of $12,600 after it allegedly breached…

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Mopar Ram 1500 Rebel OTG Concept heading to SEMA

The Mopar Ram 1500 Rebel OTG (Off The Grid) concept is just one of 14 vehicles Mopar will have on display at SEMA from 6 November showing off a raft…

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Australian new car sales drop again in October

The Toyota HiLux has kept its spot as the country’s best-selling vehicle in the country while new car sales fell for the 19th consecutive month. Australian new car sales fell…

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Equipment

Bull bar protrusions in the spotlight in South Australia

Bull bar protrusion laws aren’t new news, but a South Australia Police post on Facebook has caused a storm on social media with opinion getting in the way of fact.…

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Limited-Edition RM Williams Yard Boot 365 Launched

Former Qantas and Apple designer, Marc Newson, has joined forces with RM Williams to design the limited-edition RM Williams Yard Boot 365. RM Williams has collaborated with Sydney local and…

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Mechanical

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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Travel

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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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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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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Equipment

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 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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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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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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All Holden Colorado 4x4s purchased from today (October 1) until 31 December will receive seven-years' free scheduled servicing.

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Holden Colorado 4×4 gets seven years’ free servicing

All Holden Colorado 4x4s purchased from today (October 1) until 31 December will receive seven years’ free scheduled servicing. Holden has introduced seven years’ free scheduled servicing on its Colorado…

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2020 Nissan Titan Revealed…coming to Oz next year?

The 2020 Nissan Titan has been revealed boasting a new look inside and out and the same engine as the Y62 Nissan Patrol – expect to see the big Nissan…

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2011-2014 Mitsubishi Triton in critical recall for Takata airbag

Mitsubishi Australia is imploring owners of 2011 – 2014 Mitsubishi Tritons that they are now under critical recall and should stop driving their vehicle immediately. More than 50,000 Mitsubishi Tritons…

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Your Guide To Adblue What Is It Who Needs It And How To Refill It 1

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What is AdBlue and what does it do?

Otherwise known as AdBlue (the marketing name), diesel exhaust fluid which helps to reduce nitrogen oxide emissions is the result of ever-tightening emissions laws in Europe. Diesel exhaust fluid which…

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4×4 Culture Live tickets available now

ARB will host its 4×4 Culture Live event at Loveday 4×4 Adventure Park in South Australia with tickets on-sale now. ARB’s 4×4 Culture Live will take place on 21-22 March…

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2020 Nissan Patrol Revealed

The 2020 Nissan Patrol was revealed overnight in Abu Dhabi boasting two petrol engines, a new look and “even higher levels of sophistication”. The 2020 Nissan Patrol was revealed last…

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New Toyota RAV4 fails moose test

The new Toyota RAV4 has plenty of people raving but, once again, Teknikens Varld in Sweden has thrown a fly in the ointment, with the RAV4 failing its moose test.…

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2020 Land Rover Defender Revealed

The all-new Land Rover Defender was revealed earlier this month at the Frankfurt Motor Show with the Defender 110 due in Australia in June 2020 with prices expected to run…

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New Volkswagen Logo for commercial vehicles revealed

An all-new Volkswagen Logo has been revealed for its commercial vehicle arm following the unveiling of a new passenger car brand logo as the business transitions to a “provider of…

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Overloaded caravans on the Gibb River Road causing problems

The Gibb River Road is popular with four-wheel drivers and caravanners but local businesses are reporting issues with the size of rigs and road condition. The Gibb River Road is…

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Ford Ranger Wildtrak X on-sale now from $65,290+ORCs

The Ford Ranger Wildtrak X has arrived at Ford dealerships boasting new wheels and flared arches, a snorkel and more…pricing is from $65,290+ORCs. Available with either a 3.2-litre five-cylinder turbo-diesel…

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Mitsubishi Pajero recall sparks call for mandatory data sharing by AAAA

The Australian Automotive Aftermarket Association (AAAA) has issued a call for mandatory data sharing following the recall of the MY17 Mitsubishi Pajero this week, claiming vehicle-owner safety is being put…

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Toyota HiLux and Ford Ranger dominate new car sales in August

While new car sales in August dropped by a whopping 10.1 percent compared to 2018, dual-cab pick-ups continued to dominate sales. Both the Toyota HiLux and Ford Ranger dominated new…

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