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MRT LAUNCHES HELIUM INJECTED CANOPY TO BEAT GVM In an industry first, MRT have launched the world’s first helium filled canopy to help customers meet GVM requirements. Included in their…
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Australia’s Best Waterfalls (You Can Actually Get To in a 4X4)
We round of five of Australia's best waterfalls; all must-visits if you are travelling nearby (in no particular order).
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Get the Ultimate 4X4 Adventure Hub With The Mr 4X4 App
If you’re fair dinkum about your 4X4 lifestyle, then we’ve got the perfect digital companion for you: the Mr 4X4 App. Whether you’re new to off-roading or you’ve been crawling…
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Australia’s Favourite 4X4 Mag Hits Issue 066
Buckle up, 4X4ers and off-road enthusiasts alike! Issue 066 of the Pat Callinan’s 4X4 Adventures Magazine has just landed on the Mr 4X4 app, and it’s teeming with the kind…
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What To Expect In The Next Issue of Pat Callinan’s 4X4 Adventures!
Calling all 4X4ers and adventure addicts! Buckle up because the next issue of Pat Callinan’s 4X4 Adventures is about to hit the Mr 4X4 app and it’s packed with everything you’ve…
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How An App Can Save You Thousands
There’s no two ways about it, modern 4X4s are more powerful and fuel-efficient than ever before. Sure, the turbochargers and modern computer systems hanging off them play a major role…
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Upgrade Your 4X4s Front End with ARB and Score a Free Weber Q
Got a new 4X4 in the driveway or looking to revamp your current rig? Now’s the perfect time to pull the trigger on an ARB front-end package. From 1st June…
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Pat checks out the best of the NYC auto show
Pat’s jet-setting across the globe to the bustling streets of New York City for the International Auto Show. While we miss him down under, he’s sent us an exciting scoop…
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THE RATINGS ARE IN!
It’s been an incredible journey with all of you through the untamed heart of Australia. And today, we’re thrilled to share some exciting news that proves just how much this…
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Episode 1 is just days away
Are you ready to venture beyond the bitumen and explore the untamed beauty of Australia’s rugged landscapes? Episode 1 of Season 16 is just days away and promises an unparalleled…
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Issue #63 goes live!
Hold onto your seats, because the latest issue of Pat Callinan’s 4X4 Adventures magazine is now locked in low-range and ready to turbocharge your off-road adventure right on your screens.…
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ARB and Movember: Driving Change in Men’s Health
Exciting news from the team at ARB! They’ve teamed up with Movember, the global movement for men’s health, in a significant partnership. This collaboration goes beyond just a cause; it’s…
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First Drive F-150 – More than meets the eye
Recently, I managed to drive an Australian-delivered Ford F-150 for the very first time. In this article, I’ll let you know my first impressions, what it’s like to drive, and…
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Will Outback tourism continue to boom?
Outback Queensland's tourism was booming when Aussies had to travel domestically, but will the rising cost of living affect its success?
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Aussies love the Ranger and we’ve got the stats to prove it
Data from the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) shows that the Ranger is still leading the 2023 sales race. Learn more here.
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Clearview Accessories awarded TJM Supplier Partner of the Year
At the TJM Gala Dinner, held in Brisbane last week, Clearview Accessories was awarded the TJM Supplier Partner of the Year Award.
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Did this Ford salesman just go from zero to unemployed in less than 10 seconds?
There’s not much worse than a dodgy salesman, but imagine one that takes your brand new 2023 Ford Ranger Raptor for a joy ride and rolls it.
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F-150 prices revealed as Ford finally opens order books
Ford Australia has confirmed prices and specs for the long-awaited F-150 in both the XLT and Lariat variations. Here's what we know so far.
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Where this former beer brand manager will take REDARC
Once a brand manager for Miller, Peter Favilla has been charged with taking REDARC to both North America and further abroad internationally.
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Small Outback town powered by solar energy
William Creek is the smallest town in Outback South Australia and is now self sufficient and entirely powered by solar energy.
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The Brisbane National 4×4 Outdoors Show is back this March
The National 4x4 Outdoors Show is back in Brisbane for three huge days and you're not going to want to miss this one!
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Episode 6 sneak peek: The Great Australian Bight
Episode 6 sees Josh and Pat take on The Great Australian Bight. The adventure kicks off in Ceduna and finishes off near Eucla.
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Your sneak peek into Episode 5: Eyre Peninsula Adventure
In episode 5, Pat heads to the Eyre Peninsula. There's incredible scenery, fluffy koalas and some of Australia’s best coastal tracks!
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The #vanlife world needs an off-roader, is the Ford Transit Trail the solution?
There's a gap in the vanlife market, and that's an off-roader. Is the Ford Transit Trail going to bridge this gap for us adventurers?
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Sneak peek of Episode 4!
Episode 4 of Pat Callinan's 4X4 Adventures hits your screen this Sunday, 3pm on TEN. Here's what you can expect to see!
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Radioactive capsule lost in the Aussie Outback
On January 25th, a radioactive capsule was reported missing in the Aussie Outback. You don’t want to come into contact with this.
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Couple makes a big mistake in the Aussie Outback
An Aussie couple made a huge mistake while travelling from Western Australia to Sydney. They ended on a dirt road with no reception.
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NSW has a huge new national park and it looks like we’ll be able to camp there
Brindingabba National Park is NSW's newest NP and with plans to build facilities, it seems that we may soon be able to camp there.
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The truck we’ve been waiting for has been durability tested Down Under
The Ford F-150 is coming to Australia in 2023 having been durability tested in extreme conditions Down Under. Learn more here.
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Outback Queensland’s latest discovery
This rare discovery of the first complete plesiosaur fossil discovered in Australia has been unearthed in outback Queensland.
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REDARC continue to show the way
REDARC have won the Manufacturing and Advanced Materials Award at the 2022 Australian Export Awards for their international expansion efforts.
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Ranger Raptor wins Baja 1000 – and drives home
Ford's Ranger Raptor just keeps kicking goals, running the infamous Baja 1000, winning its class, and then driving home afterwards
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Woman lost for eight hours in remote scrub has been found
A woman found herself lost around remote Yalgoo. This is an important reminder to carry a personal locator beacon or satellite phone.
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Irwin family in track closure dispute
Owners of Australia Zoo are trying to have Bertiehaugh Road closed. This road traverses part of the Steve Irwin Wildlife Reserve.
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Tanami Road to be sealed
Tanami Road, one of the main routes from the Kimberley into the Northern Territory, is largely unsealed. This is about to change.
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K’gari official name restoration in the works
The name K'Gari is expected to be universally official by the end of 2022 as a move toward reconciliation for First Nations People.
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Family left stranded blaming Google Maps
A family was left in a dire and life threatening position when their Hyundai Tucson was sent down an inaccessible track by Google Maps.
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Vehicles banned on Cable Beach
The Yawuru Park Council has recommended a ban on all cars driving on Cable Beach during the months of December 2022 and January 2023.
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REDARC CEO inducted into AAAA Hall of Fame
Aussie born and bred REDARC continues to kick goals on both sides of the business. Anthony Kittel, the driving force and CEO behind the South Australian brand has recently been…
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Volkswagen’s Tiguan has had a Major Update
Volkswagen Australia’s best-selling model – the multi-award-winning Tiguan SUV – has received a major update that enters showrooms from next month. With a range of equipment shared with the Mark…
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Cape York tip reopened in last-minute deal
The decision to close off the tip of Cape York has been reversed in spectacular fashion with it being reopened after major backlash from both the locals and prospective tourists…
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Broken Hill Mundi Mundi Bash launches this year!
The Broken Hill Mundi Mundi Bash is set rock the outback in August this year thanks to some of Australia’s rock legends. A new outback music festival called the Broken…
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Terrain Tamer’s Allan Gray awarded Order of Australia Medal
On Tuesday 26th January, Terrain Tamer’s very own Allan Gray made the Australia Day 2021 Honours list and was awarded a ‘Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM)’ for service…
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Bendix braided brake hose kits for 4X4s
Bendix braided brake hose kits for four-wheel drives are claimed to offer improved braking performance and feel. The fitment of Bendix braided brake hose kits is claimed to provide several…
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Avtoros Shaman 8X8 – need we say more?
Doing the rounds on the internet again is the Russian based Avtoros Shaman. You can see full layout options and images here, plus begin configuring your own. With a true…
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Warn Hub Receiver wins at SEMA 360
The Warn Hub Receiver and app took out this year’s SEMA coveted ‘Best New Off-Road/4-Wheel Drive Product’ award. Warn took out the coveted ‘Best New Off-Road/4-Wheel Drive Product’ award at this…
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Isuzu D-Max / Mazda BT-50 see production halt for up to three months!
Isuzu and Mazda are looking at a three-month halt in vehicle production for the D-MAX and BT-50 due to Covid-19. From what we’ve been able to ascertain, the production halt…
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Vic Chicks 4X4… for women who like four-wheel driving
Vic Chicks 4X4 is a group just for women all throughout Victoria who share a passion for all things related to four-wheel driving, camping and adventure travel. Vic Chicks 4X4…
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Ironman 4X4 doubles Jimny payload with GVM upgrade
Ironman 4X4 has just doubled the Suzuki Jimny’s payload capacity with its new 1785kg Jimny GVM upgrade kit. A tiny 340kg load-carrying capacity has always been a limiting factor for…
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Ford Ranger XLT Double Cab now in Cab Chassis configuration
Ford has just announced their Ranger XLT will now be available in Cab Chassis configuration taking a direct shot at the new HiLux SR5 Cab Chassis model Following on from…
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