Unless you’ve been living under a rock (or boulder in my case), chances are you’ll know about the OBD2 port and that it can “somehow help you diagnose and fix issues” with your four-wheel drive. As you could well imagine,…
Hot pies on the go… Meet the Travel Buddy While racking up big kilometres from campsite to campsite every day often leaves little time to worry about organising food. Especially so on those big transport legs of your trip. What…
Let’s look at aerials in our ultimate guide to UHF radio While we’re on the subject of the UHF in our ultimate guide, we thought the next most obvious point, was the aerials. If you missed the first instalment, you’ll…
Owners of Honda EU22i are urged to check the dates and follow notices given in relation to the possible fault listed below. Australia’s love of camping and camping independently has seen many thousands of generators sold throughout the country. Honda…
The Elecbrakes system uses Bluetooth connectivity to link tow vehicle and trailer, and we’ve tested the latest version. If you tow and you’re reading this, chances are you have a heavy trailer which has electric brakes that can be operated…
We tackle a DIY Projecta BM320 Smart Battery Gauge installation to stop a repeat of the unthinkable: warm beer On a trip to the Gulf, I discovered an electrical problem that drained the batteries completely. With no way to check…
Aussie engineer brings about a quiet revolution in a portable air conditioner that’s great news for the planet and those on the move Australia is experiencing above-average temperatures and erratic weather behaviour. With air conditioning, complicit in the rising energy…
A recall notice has been issued for more than 17,931 Suburban Hot Water systems used on caravans and motorhomes in Australia because of their potential to emit carbon monoxide into the living space of an RV. The ACCC and Product…
Because, let’s face it, not even the bravest among us can handle a cold shower in the middle of winter (except maybe that guy from Siberia) Words and Images Chris Blakemore In places where it rarely gets warmer than a…
Is this smart battery charger from Redarc going to be top of its class? Words and Images Grant Hanan & Linda Bloffwitch Ah … the good ol’ flat battery! There can’t be too many other things more frustrating than when…
AL-KO has announced the AL-KO LightR Chassis – an Australian-engineered lightweight chassis concept, which they claim has the potential to revolutionise Australian caravan design. Developed by AL-KO in Melbourne over the past two years, AL-KO LightR offers significant weight savings…
Now the recipient of three major awards, Redarc’s RedVision Total Vehicle Management System allows users to monitor and manage their energy levels, water tank levels, lighting and a whole host of automotive aftermarket devices, all from the palm of their…
Our sun-loving adventurers had headed north after Fran had been in hospital in Kalgoorlie. With the all clear given, they again found themselves in the sun heading to Gwalia then moving on to Leinster. A couple of days catching up…
Our intrepid testers hauled the Retreat from Laverton along the Old Laverton Road to the Deep Well area, a favourite spot for some time-out. This road was rough and in very poor condition, which really tested the dirt road driveability…
After several days getting the Retreat serviced and prep’d for the big haul through to Kalgoorlie and parts further north, plus getting the Ford ready to go as well, the electric van hits the road for the next stage of…
BMPRO have just announced they have secured substantial contracts with two of the largest US manufacturers of RVs, Thor Motor Coach and Jayco USA, for 2019. Whilst BMPRO has been the exclusive partner with local companies such as Jayco, New…
Redarc are being very proactive in this recall and in the first phase of getting information out to the public, they are very much into the initial awareness stage. According to Anthony Kittel, Managing Director, REDARC Electronics, “Redarc are really…
Narva has taken out the Best Stand Award Over 100sqm at the recent National 4×4 Show in Melbourne. The stand included their new range of LED lights, the Ultima 180, Ultima 175 and the Ultima 225. With a vibrant looking stand and…
