Holden, Ford and Toyota have something on the cards There are plenty of special-edition 4WD utes and tow rigs floating around at the moment. But beyond some special stickers and paint options, the cars are mechanically identical to others in…
With the phrase ‘you never stop learning’ ringing loudly, it’s time to announce properly the major project we’ve been slaving away on for months: The RV Daily Practical Guide to Modern Towing. It’s a bit of a mouthful, but it’s…
With low prices, a new look and updated driveline Indian 4WD manufacturer Mahindra has updated its Pik-Up 4WD ute for 2018, bringing extra grunt and a new look to the brand. It’s still a high-value proposition, with prices ranging from…
Don’t write it off because of its country of origin It’s a new player in the cheap ute segment, but there’s more to the T60 than just the pricetag. It has a decent 3000kg tow rating, and it doesn’t even…
Merry Christmas. For many that means summer holidays, so we ask – can you afford what the parks are charging? If you go free camping instead you’ll love our generator guide and we also look at how to avoid the…
Do yourself a favour next time you are at a 4WD store or show, and check out the Ultravision Nitro 140 MAXX LED driving light. We have tested them here in the past, and have been blown away by their…
Specifically made to easily slot onto any standard tow-hitch, be it a 2” ball or pin assembly, Towcell is a 25kN wireless loadcell that monitors tensile towing forces. It’s handy for carriageway clearance for emergency services, rescue and salvage and…
It has been a very long time since Yokohama has released a new mud terrain tyre, after having a successful run out of the previous chunky directional offering. Speaking of chunky, the MT G003 muddie continues that trend however they…
Bracketon, the industry leader in universal mounting accessories, have come up with a heavy-duty mounting solution for your GPS or tablets that are sized between 7 and 10 inches. This NavGrip XL will safely and securely hold your device while…
Element Fire Extinguisher Sticks are based on a chemical reaction utilising potassium as the catalyst. These sticks are just shy of 12 inches long, and an inch in diameter, and are activated in a similar way to which you’d light…
Having a tough bag that doesn’t mind getting amongst the sand, dust and mud is handy when you’re running low on storage space in your 4WD. The team at Pat Callinan has been using Darche’s PVC bags for a while…
Getting into your 4X4 or ute needn’t be a struggle anymore with the new Kingsley Rogue Steel Side Step. Made in Australia from a heavy-duty steel construction with steel brackets, this matt black side step offers a trendy and functional…
ARB SkyDome Swag Series II If you’re after a roomy, well-ventilated swag for your next summer camping trip, the latest SkyDome Swag Series is sure to please. These swags are big enough for you to move freely in, while the…
Them’s Fighting Words. Apparently. I walked into an office recently and greeted a group of women sitting at a table with a bright and cheery “morning ladies”. This greeting, which is my go-to hello for a huddle of the fairer…
Gearbox problems for a 9-month batch of Rangers under the spotlight. Ford has issued a recall for its successful and popular Ranger ute, for a problem with the six-speed manual gearbox. It’s a classic case of something tiny causing potentially…
