solar Archives - Pat Callinan's 4X4 Adventures

If you drive a modern diesel 4X4, particularly one with a DPF, then this article’s for you. Honestly, anyone heading out into Australia’s arid interior should be paying attention to…

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Electrical

Five questions to design the ultimate solar system

In the world of 4X4 adventures, the quest for self-sufficiency is a constant drive. And what better way to achieve this than harnessing the power of the sun? Designing a…

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Gear

Solar energy can power your adventures

Solar energy could be your ideal solution to powering your off-road adventures. Simply harness the energy of the sun!

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Equipment

Take an unlimited power supply on the road with a solar blanket

Purpose-built to accompany your travels, REDARC’s portable and lightweight solar blankets allow you to charge your batteries or appliances.

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Electrical

Redarc launches new, lighter, more efficient solar panel range

Redarc has just launched its newest range of fix and portable solar panels The new range of panels from Redarc includes both fixed and portable folding solar panels. The new…

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Advice

Calculating how much solar you actually need: A Guide

In this guide, we’ll run through how to work out exactly how much solar you’ll need to be self-sufficient in the power department in your 4X4. If you’ve seen any…

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Electrical

Solar charging stations in the middle of nowhere?

In an interesting move, Jeep has confirmed it’s putting solar charging stations in the middle of nowhere! With the recent announcement and launch of the hybrid Jeep Wrangler 4xe in…

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Travel

Solar Suzukis Cross the Simmo

Yep, really. Dragging two solar-powered Suzuki Sierras across the Simpson Desert for a Guinness World Record, and some pretty hefty bragging rights. That’s what Alan Johnson from Piranha Off-Road Products,…

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The Track Tvan MK5 is a big development over previous models.

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Vehicles

Track Tvan MK5 Revealed

Track Trailer has lifted the covers off the next generation of their well-regarded Tvan camper trailer. This is the Tvan Mk5, let’s have a closer look at what’s new on…

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Vehicles

Watch an FJ Cruiser get swept away by a river.

4WDing is risky business sometimes, and few things are more risky than water crossings. The popular phrase here is ‘If it’s flooded, forget it’. We are bit proponents of this…

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Electrical

Goal Zero Switch 8 Solar Charging Kit & Subscription: Only $100!

4WDers love their gadgets, and this one is a cracker. We have managed to organise a great deal as well, giving you a huge discount on this popular product from…

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