What is a diff-lock and when should I use it?
Understanding diff-locks is one of the fundamentals of driving 4X4s, so what is a diff-lock and when do…
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Everything you need to know about how an UHF aerial works
If you’ve got a 4X4, chances are you’ll have a UHF, but how do they work? Here’s everything…
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…
Top tips to make your automatic transmission last longer
Here’s everything you need to know about making your automatic transmission last longer when off-roading and towing. Automatic…
Financing a new 4×4? Know the 8 common traps (and how to avoid them)
Buying a new 4X4 is one of life’s great purchasing moments, here are the eight common traps buyers…
Rated recovery points explained
To handle the incredible forces and loads of either a winch or snatch recovery you’ll need rated recovery…
Everything you need to know about diff regearing
In this guide, we’ll look at the side effects of changing to bigger tyres and how to bring…
A beginner’s guide to astrophotography
Want to snap a pic of the Milky Way or get a cool-looking star-trail photo? Read our beginner’s…
What is hill descent control and how does it work?
What is hill descent control and is it better than engine braking? We explain how it works, when…
Being prepared: Remote Area Travel Tips
Planning a trip across the Simpson? Are you prepared for the good, the bad and the ugly? Here’s…
The pros and cons of spring spacers
Want to give your 4X4 a bit of a lift but don’t want (or can’t afford…yet) a completely…
Top tips for choosing your next swag
There is a lot to look out for when buying a swag from how much to pay to…