New Mercedes ute scores an X in our tow test
If badges are important, then you’ll no doubt look at the Mercedes X-Class. In this case, the three-pointed star has two faces and as a ute the opinions are good. As a tow vehicle? Cue fanfare: on a kazoo. Mercedes-Benz…
Issue 027 – New Mercedes ute scores an X in our tow test
The X-Class has landed so we’ve given it a tow test; an über ute it ain’t. Plus, we find out what it takes to be a campground host, why Australia’s driving laws need to be the same and make sure you’re…

Terrain Tamer Modified Ratio Gear Sets
If you’re serious about off-roading and want to get the most out of your vehicle, or if you do lots of travelling on the highway and want to make your drives more comfortable and fuel efficient, Terrain Tamer may have…
Rigidek Full System Hard Tonneau Cover
If you’ve got a ute and you haven’t already heard of them, you’re going to love Rigidek, Australia’s newest supplier of high-end ute accessories. Their award-winning flagship product, the Full System hard tonneau cover, comes with a bevvy of awesome…
Simarine PICO Battery Monitor
Monitoring your battery, tank levels and temperatures just got easier than ever, thanks to PICO, the ultimate, one-of-kind, all-in-one battery monitoring system for your RV. Installation is simple because programming is done from your smartphone using the free Simarine app…
Bracketron PwrMate Lightning Car Charger
On long journeys, the last thing you want to worry about is your device running out of charge, especially if you’re using it for navigation or music, which can use up a lot of power in a short space of…
Barebones Trailblazer Torch
Barebones brand-new Trailblazer Torch may just be the shining beacon you need on a dark night spent in the great outdoors. On its dimmest setting (38 Lumens), it can run for up to 24 hours straight; on its brightest setting…
Camec RV Media Evolution 22-inch TV
Looking to upgrade your caravan TV? The new Camec RV Media Evolution TV is an excellent candidate, offering a range of handy features like the low RV battery voltage warning, two HDMI inputs, an exclusive backlit remote control, and RCA…
ARB TRED Pro Recovery Tracks
Keen off-roaders will know how important a set of recovery tracks can be when it comes to un-bogging a heavy vehicle that’s met an unfortunate fate in soft sand or muddy terrain. ARB has partnered with TRED to bring out…
Bushranger Portable Gas Hot Water Shower
Hot water is one luxury many of us don’t want to give up, especially if it’s a cold night or if we had a big adventure that day (read: are extra-stinky). Well, the Bushranger Portable Gas Hot Water Shower gives…
G&S Chassis Snapped Up!
In some BIG Friday NEWS – DexKo Global has expanded into chassis manufacturing in Australia with the acquisition of G&S Chassis and Hume Caravan and Camping Accessories. DexKo Global Inc., refers to itself as a global leader in highly engineered…
5 Ripper Bush Camps
If summer’s too hot for camping, and winter’s too cold, now must be the perfect time to pack up and head out. Here are some ideas for that last-minute autumn camping trip 1 – Coledale Camping Reserve, NSW Enjoy a…
CARAVAN PARKS: 3 WE LOVE, 3 WE LONG FOR
Dreaming of your next holiday? Add these destinations to your list CLICK HERE TO READ THIS STORY IN OUR ONLINE MAGAZINE WE LOVE 1 Grampians Edge Caravan Park, Vic This caravan park is located on the edge of the Grampians,…
The Tong Master
Last time, I spoke about a character that always pops his head up when we strike camp, but there’s more than one and today we will visit another regular in the campsite. This bloke emerges when the fire monitor has…