How To Recover Yourself When You’re Solo
Getting bogged when you’re travelling with mates is usually an inconvenience. Getting bogged when you’re on your own can become a serious problem very quickly. There’s no second vehicle to…
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The Five Worst Campsite Crimes (and Their Punishments)
Camping has an unwritten code. Nobody hands you a rulebook when you buy your first swag or rooftop tent, but before long you learn there are certain things you just…
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How To Plan An Outback Trip Without Losing Your Mind
The first mistake people make when planning a major outback trip is trying to fit too much into too little time. Australia looks manageable on a map until you start…
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Is Hill End The Next Big Touring Destination?
Hill End has always felt much bigger than its current population suggests. Hidden away in the NSW Central Tablelands, north of Bathurst, the former gold-mining town is filled with old…
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Weight Distribution: Why Your Ute Handles Like a Wet Sponge
There’s a familiar moment in the evolution of almost every touring 4X4. It starts life feeling reasonably sharp and predictable, then slowly accumulates a bull bar, winch, canopy, drawers, fridge,…
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Five Things That End More Trips Than Mechanical Failures
Spend enough time around campfires and you’ll hear plenty of stories about snapped CVs, blown head gaskets and catastrophic engine failures. They’re entertaining tales, but they’re also surprisingly rare. 4X4s…
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The Strzelecki Track Is Changing Forever… But Is That A Good Thing?
Every time another section of the bush gets sealed, the comments light up. Some 4X4ers celebrate another step towards reliable year-round access, while others see it as one more piece…
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What Actually Makes Touring Gear Survive?
There is a particular kind of confidence that comes with bolting new gear to a 4X4 before a big trip. Everything is clean, every switch works and every component looks…
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Shifting Sands: ARB’s 50th Anniversary Tour Heads For The Arabian Desert
There are plenty of companies that sell adventure. Far fewer actually live it. That’s what has made ARB’s 50th anniversary series such a strong reminder of why the brand has…
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The Unwritten Rules Of The Bush
One of the biggest mistakes new 4X4ers make is assuming that because they’re out in the bush, they have the place to themselves. The reality is that every track is…
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Planning A Big Lap? This Weather Forecast Could Change Everything
Most of us spend months planning a major trip. We map routes, book campsites, service the rig and count down the days until departure. What we rarely consider is whether…
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Is Your Roof Rack Dangerously Overloaded? (And How To Fix It)
There’s a good chance you’ve spent plenty of time worrying about your vehicle’s GVM, but how much thought have you given to what’s happening above your head? For many of…
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Why Corrugations Are Destroying Your Rig (And How To Drive Them)
When most people think about vehicle damage in the bush, they picture dramatic moments. A tyre sidewall gets sliced open on a sharp rock. A water crossing goes deeper than…
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Aus J Hot Water System Faces The Ultimate Outback Torture Test
We talk a lot about reliability when we’re prepping our rigs. Usually, that means making sure our winches work or our tyres can handle sharp stakes. For most weekenders though,…
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Important April News
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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10 Tips To Save Fuel In The Bush
With fuel prices bouncing around like a kangaroo on a trampoline and remote outback bowsers regularly charging eye-watering amounts per litre, stretching every drop of diesel or petrol has become…
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Outback Roads Are Closing Fast: What’s Shut & What’s Next
If you’ve been watching the inland radar lately, you’ll know this isn’t just a passing storm. This is basin-wide rain feeding some of Australia’s biggest inland river systems. And when…
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Outback Rain Puts Damper On Remote Touring
Nearly half the country is on flood watch right now. A slow-moving low-pressure system has parked itself over central Australia and it’s dragging tropical moisture deep into the interior. We’re…
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Tub Rack vs Canopy: What Actually Works When the Trip Gets Real?
If you’re building a dual cab for touring, this is the crossroads. Forget tyres and lift kits for a minute, what you do with the back of the ute will…
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The Most Underrated Mod for Long-Distance Touring
We spend a fortune protecting our engines from the harsh Australian elements. We fit snorkels to keep the water out and high-quality airboxes to stop the dust. We obsess over…
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Super Duty Details: More Options For Tough Tourers
Righto, let’s talk heavy hitters. Ford’s Ranger Super Duty ute has been a bit of a dream machine for anyone doing serious work, but let’s be honest, the initial offerings…
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REDARC Unveils The REDLAB Lithium Battery
South Australian manufacturer REDARC has announced the launch of its new REDLAB Lithium Adventure Battery range. A next-generation off-grid power solution designed to survive the same punishing conditions that 4X4ers are known for…
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Engel’s Twin-Door Combi Fridge Freezer Brings Touring Smarts to the Bush
If you’ve spent any time on the road, you’ll know Engel has built its reputation on one thing, reliability. But with the new Twin-Door Combi range, Engel’s stepped things up again,…
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How to Spec Up Your Super Duty
Ford’s Ranger Super Duty lands in early 2026, and while the ute itself is built tough, the real talking point is the way you can tailor it straight out of…
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Mundi Mundi Bash 2025 Hits Full Throttle
The Broken Hill Mundi Mundi Bash is on, and not only is it happening this weekend (August 21–23), it’s sold out, with an epic crowd of nearly 15,000 hitting the red dirt at Belmont Station on…
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ARB Gets Dirty In The Flinders
There’s no shortage of 4X4 gear on the market these days. Every second ute has a lift, lights, or a so-called “adventure rack” bolted to the tub. But when you…
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Free Virtual Caravan Safety Workshop Coming to Your Lounge Room
Whether you’re gearing up for your first big lap in your new caravan or just want to be sure you’re towing within your limits, there’s no shortage of advice out…
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Things I’ve Learned In The Dirt
When I first began camping there was a wave of shock that went over my family, with my mum exclaiming “who is this and what have you done with the…
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How to Cross the Continent: Tips and Tricks for the Ultimate Aussie Adventure
There’s something seriously magnetic about crossing Australia. The sheer size of the country beckons almost every red-blooded wheeler. For me, it’s not just about getting from one spot to another;…
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Get Your Own ‘Thirst Responder’ With Engels Latest Release
If you’ve been tuning into Season 16 of Pat Callinan’s 4X4 Adventures, you’ve no doubt admired Pat’s Ruby Red Metallic Engel kicking around in the back of the ‘Thirst Responder’.…
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Calls for More Outback Roads to Be Sealed: But Is It All Bad News?
For those of us who love exploring past the black stump, the news that more outback roads might be sealed can feel like a bit of a gut punch. The…
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ARB Launches Versatile Hard Lid for Utes
Getting the balance right between work and play is one of the major obstacles most dual cab ute owners find when decking out their pride and joy. The empty tub…
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The Big Lap Bible: A Guide to Touring Australia
Touring Australia is one of the most rewarding, and at times, challenging holidays you’ll ever have the pleasure of doing. It offers the chance to explore the vast and varied…
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4×4 Adventures Await in Reopened Kimberley National Parks
The wait is over for 4X4 adventurers as Western Australia’s Kimberley region opens its gates once again. After a challenging period of recovery from the worst floods in the state’s…
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Plan The Ultimate Desert Adventure
To most Aussie 4X4’ers touring Australia’s remote outback is a rite of passage. The rugged terrain tests the mettle of even the most seasoned travellers and their rigs, but the…
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Red Centre Turns Green with Outback Rains
With a deluge of water in the red centre, outback travellers are finding things looks a little… different this year. The iconic red dirt of Birdsville, typically synonymous with arid,…
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Touring Tech – What Suspension Is Right For You?
When venturing out into the wild, the performance of your rig hinges on numerous factors, with one of the most critical being the choice of shock absorbers. This choice can…
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Port Mac to Sydney Through the Backroads
Hey folks, this week on Pat Callinan’s 4X4 Adventures we’re taking you through the last chapter of our epic Brisbane to Sydney adventure. We’re kicking things off from the stunning…
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Surviving the Slithery: A 4X4 Adventurer’s Guide to Snake Bites
Heading into the wild on four wheels? Fantastic! But before you channel your inner Bear Grylls, there’s a little something about our legless friends you might want to consider. Yes,…
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Beyond the Adventure: The Unsung Hero of Your 4X4’s Interior
Imagine this: you’re on the adventure of a lifetime, maybe you’ve finally made it to the stunning wild beaches of Esperance, you’re knee-deep in the Tele’ Track, or ascended to…
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Paradise not just by name, K’Gari is a must-see for every 4X4er
If you’re a sucker for off-road adventures and the great outdoors, Pat Callinan’s recent video on K’Gari will hit all the right notes. No stranger to the epic sun sets…
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The Unwritten Rules Every 4×4 Driver Should Know
Alright, all you mud-slinging, adventure-livin’, transfer case enthusiasts, let’s talk 4×4 etiquette! Yeah, I know, the word “etiquette” might sound a tad fancy when you’re covered in dirt and your…
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How to Build the Perfect Campfire: A Sizzling Guide
Ah, the allure of the Friday night camp, the freedom of endless bush, and the promise of an ice-cold beverage and a hearty meal after a long day on the…
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Top Tips for saving fuel
There’s no freedom quite like owning a 4×4. Endless tracks, pristine beach campsites, and crystal clear rivers far beyond the hustle and bustle of everyday life. It’s the epitome of…
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Big mods for the Big Lap
As we travel around this great country, we get the opportunity to meet other fellow travellers living on the road or doing the big lap. Almost all of them are…
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What’s involved in a Mapping Expedition (and how I scored the gig)
Ever wondered what it’s like to get onto a mapping expedition with the team from HEMA? Ben Carceller got the chance to find out. Hema Maps cover hundreds of thousands…
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FIRST LOOK – BFGOODRICH TRAIL TERRAIN
There’s never been a time to head off on adventure. Down tools. Tune out. Turn off the pager. And escape from reality. A big lap around the country for 12…
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Guide – Tyre Pressure Monitoring Systems
Everything you wanted to know about Tyre Pressure Monitoring Systems (TPMS) but were afraid to ask. We look at everything you ever wanted to know about Tyre Pressure Monitoring Systems and…
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TJM’s awesome new high-performance Twin Air Compressor.
TJM has officially announced the arrival of an all-new twin air compressor that will allow 4WD owners to stay ahead of the pack on their next adventure. A good quality…
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Why Electric Vehicle (EV) 4X4s are and are not our future
The electric vehicle revolution is well and truly upon us…or is it? The statistics don’t lie. The electric vehicle share of the market in 2020 was around 0.78%, and in…
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