4×4 news – Tristate Safari Collect National Tourism Award
Outback travel agency Tri State Safaris has made an impact at the Qantas Australian Tourism Awards, held recently at Luna Park, Sydney.
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Roadtest- Yamaha Viking ROHV
There's no denying that the UTV (or SxS, ROV, ROHV, this segment seems to have more abbreviations than a government press release) market is growing wildly, and competition is tough. 2014 means Yamaha has a new model with some big changes, to take it to the rivals.
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Reviewed: Lightforce 170 Venom Driving Lights
Lightforce has been a big player in the international driving light scene for some time, and they have a new product out: the Venom. Based upon the popular 170 Striker light, the Venom comes in a shape that suits 4X4s of all sizes, and produces some very strong light for its size.
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4X4 News: Sand Flags Compulsory in the Simpson
All vehicles in Simpson Desert Conservation Park and Simpson Desert Regional Reserve must be fitted with a sand flag.
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Readers Trip Report: Inspiring Outback
Easter 2012 gave us the opportunity to head west from Brisbane to Birdsville. We saw flooded rivers, hills covered in green and on arrival at big red, a massive lake teeming with bird life. This was our trip to the desert!
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Custom 4X4: So, You Modified a Great Wall
One thing that I love about the 4X4 scene is the special relationship that owners have with their cars, something that comes about during the stages of modification.
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Facts and Figures: A year of 4X4 sales in review: 2013
December 2013’s sales have been a mixed batch in the 4X4 sector, with some clear winners and losers coming through on statistics.
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2015 Chev Colorado – Will Australia See It?
With links between Holden and Isuzu lenthening, and the Australian carmaker leaving Australian shores manufacturing wise, will it look towards Uncle Sam for an updated 4X4?
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Der Ziesel – Offroad Weapon
Weighing in at 245kilogram, packing a peak power of 17.5kW and a top speed of 35km/h via the huge electrically driven tracks, the Derziezel is an incredible (and nuts) method of cross terrain mobility. For one. In style.
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P7 Offroad Driver Training links up with TJM
Having the confidence to tackle a steep, sandy and rutted hill is one thing, but backing this up with the correct and (more importantly) safe operating techniques of your vehicle as well as understanding your own abilities is something which takes a long time to learn.
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Gear Review – Cooper A/T3 Tyres
Back in 2010 one of the Pat Callinan's 4X4 Adventures crew cars were fitted with some Cooper A/T3 tyres, as we were preparing the vehicles for another season of filming. This year, they were replaced after three seasons off-road torture and general running around. How did they hold up?
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5 Great 4X4 Tracks you maybe never heard of
The Cape, Simmo, Fraser Island and the Gibb River Road are all really well known destinations amongst 4X4ers, and for good reason. They have built a reputation over the years as terrific places to visit, because they are!
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TJM celebrates 40 years
In a big milestone for the Australian 4X4 giant, TJM has notched up 40 years of business in the 4X4 aftermarket game.
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NSW light vehicle modifications code of practice
The New South Wales Roads and Maritime Services have released a concise document that deals with many of the new rules that surround the modification of any vehicle under 4.5 tonnes GVM, and required certification.
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Issue 009. Sneak Peek
Issue 009 of Pat Callinan's 4X4 Adventures is out, and we think it'e one of our best issues yet!
For those unlucky enough not to be subscribers amongst you, we have put together a sneak peek of issue 009, just to show you what you are missing out on!
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Worimi Conservation Lands draft plan of Management
The Worimi Conservation Lands Board of Management has prepared a draft plan of management for the park, known collectively as Stockton Beach.
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Mitsubishi 4X4 Concept At Tokyo Motor Show
Okay, they are just sketches, but if you like your Mitsubishis, look closer. Because these drawings show the future design language of future 4X4's that will wear the three diamonds.
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Nissan Patrol G60 takes the Kellys to bathurst
Keeping up their tradition of roadtripping their way to Mount Panorama for the annual 'Great Race', this year saw V8 Supercar maestros Rick and Todd Kelly make the trip to the mountain in two Nissan 4X4's.
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Hybrid Range Rovers Tackle 6,800KM Journey
Finalising their testing on the hybrid Range Rover before becoming available to the public, Land Rover have sent three examples on a journey across the historic Silk Road.
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News: 2013 4X4 Sales Figures
4X4 sales are having a good year in 2013, with the last VFACTS figures pushing total amounts over last year's.
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PRODUCT NEWS: HYDROGEN FUEL CELL USB CHARGER!
Have a look at what just landed in the Pat Callinan's 4X4 Adventures office, this little beauty uses the latest fuel cell technologies to bring you neat and clean charging device that will work with all of your little electronic goodies!
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Issue 008 – What’s inside?
Issue 008 of Pat Callinan's 4X4 Adventures Magazine is now out, and it's chock-a-block full of adventure, travel, news, gear and tips. Issue 008 also comes with a FREE DVD, one of Pat's favourite adventures along the Oodnadatta Track with his family. It's a must-see adventure!
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Roadworthy change proposals in Victoria
The Victorian government has proposed changes to the roadworthy certificate scheme, changing the rules for owners renewing their new vehicle's registration, especially when selling-on a vehicle.
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2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Although the 2014 Jeep Cherokee may not have been everyone's cup of tea, Jeep is following on with their winning formula, facelifting and up-speccing the successful Grand Cherokee.
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Volunteers Needed
INDUSTRY NEWS -NORTH QUEENSLAND MARINE DEBRIS CLEANUP
Tangaroa Blue are calling on volunteers for their next big cleanup of Chilli Beach, a beautiful stretch of coastline that is a 4X4 favourite, and a magnet for collecting marine debris.
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The Mr 4X4 Nissan Patrol is for sale!
Yep, you heard it right. Pat needs to make room for some fresh fourby's in his
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Issue 007 – What’s inside?
Issue 007 is on sale at a newsstand near you! Between the beautifully designed covers you will find the best 4x4 touring magazine in Australia, if not the world!
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Classic 4X4’s are getting popular
An American insurance company has noticed that sales and value of classic 4X4's have skyrocketed in the past few years.
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Birdsville Inside Track re-opened
An alternative route on the Birdsville Track between Marree and Birdsville, known as the 'Inside Track' has re-opened to the public after several years of closure.
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Four Oldies going Round The World
How about this: four men in their seventies are driving around the world in 2 Sukuzi Jimnys. Les Carvall, proud Septuagenarian and 'reluctant retiree' got the idea whilst watching the Peking to Paris, and roped in three other mates. Their combined age? 297.
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We catch up with 2012’s big winner
Not long after 4pm on the 25th of April 2012, Oscar from the Gold Coast got a phone call that changed his life. On that fateful day, Oscar found out he was the lucky winner of the Ultimate Adventure Giveaway!
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Toyota to recall FJ Cruiser
Sealbelt retractors are cited as the cause for a massive recall by Toyota, affecting all FJ Cruisers between the dates of 2007 and 2013.
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Range Rover Sport Images Leaked
Images of the new Range Rover Sport has stolen Land Rover's thunder, giving the public a clear view of what the next generation 'RRS' will look like.
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Issue 006 – What’s inside?
Pat Callinan’s 4X4 Adventures magazine keeps going from strength to strength, now going into issue 006! Between the covers, 198 pages are chock-full of inspiring trips, handy tips and informative reviews. We’re even throwing in a great Fraser Island DVD and a MR4X4 air freshener for nix! Talk about a great deal!
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Worth waiting for
By Ian Glover
Toyota is about to release a vehicle that will have everyone asking ‘What’s taken them so long?’ On sale from late September, the LC79 double cab – latest iteration of the proven and popular 70 Series Cruiser – will be priced from just under $64,000 and, make no bones about it so to speak, will sell faster than Viagra in a retirement village.
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Sad news at the Pink Roadhouse
By Ian Glover:
Adam Plate, who owned and ran the iconic Pink Roadhouse at Oodnadatta with wife Lynnie for close on 40 years, died last week while competing in Targa Adelaide. Adam was killed when his Mitsubishi Evo VII hit a tree and rolled three times. Motorsport was his passion, and he had competed in the event before.
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What’s inside issue 004
When you pick up the latest copy of Pat Callinan's 4X4 Adventures magazine, you'll notice a big difference ... sixteen pages difference, in fact. It's another case of 'you asked for it, and we heard you'.
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Issue 003 – What’s inside?
Issue 003 is currently on sale at Ray's Outdoors, BCF and your local Newsagent.
The third edition of Pat Callinan's 4X4 Adventures is now gracing the stands of newsagencies right across Australia. With inspiring images, incisive stories and a built-in love of adventure, you won't want to miss a single page of this fine tome (even if we do say so ourselves!).
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New track trailer track mate
Track Trailer have released their latest innovation in off road camper trailer options – the new TRACK MATE. FOR MORE DETAILS ON THE NEW TRACK TRAILER TRACK MATE:Call 1800 698…
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TRI STATE SAFARIS SCORES GOLD!
Congratulations must go to Michael and Jo McCulkin of Tri State Safaris for their successful evening at the NSW Tourism Awards for 2011.
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ARB Penrith super store open day
The new ARB Superstore Penrith held a successful open day and, gauging by the three-deep customers at
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Series 1, 2 & 3 DVD’s & merchandise available for purchase now!
SERIES 1, 2 & 3 DVD'S & MERCHANDISE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE NOW!
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Series 1, 2 & 3 DVD’s & merchandise available for purchase now!
SERIES 1, 2 & 3 DVD'S & MERCHANDISE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE NOW!
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