
Everything you needed to know about OBD2
If you’ve got a car or four-wheel drive built after about 1994, chances are you’ll have an OBD2 port (On-Board Diagnostics Ver.2 port). They’re often up under the steering column, and sometimes over in a kick panel, but it’s not…

Cape York to reopen… sort of.
Chances are you’ve heard about the ‘biosecurity measures’ being lifted by the Federal Government, specifically relating to Cape York and the removal of the main point of restriction on travel to and from The Cape. If you were anything like…

The ultimate tightarse DIY mudflaps for your tow vehicle
If you object to spending money on something you could make yourself, we give you the ultimate tightarse DIY mudflaps for your tow vehicle Keeping the track debris away from your trailer is important to maintain its appearance and value.…

NSW residents (only) able to claim toll rebate
After much debate, backflip, petitions, and now a positive move, the NSW toll increase for large recreational vehicle users has been offset by a rebate – but NSW residents only are able to claim the large recreational vehicle toll rebate.…

Reviewed: AOR Sierra ZR camper trailer
Gary Tischer takes a look at the new AOR Sierra ZR Camper Trailer – a budget-priced Aussie-made camper to which many options can be added over time. You have no doubt seen an Australian Off Road (AOR) camper somewhere in…

The million dollar camper…
Ok, so I didn’t win Powerball last night, but the EarthRoamer LTi is the height of luxury, and it’s described as the most advanced expedition vehicle ever. US-vehicle manufacturer EarthRoamer says its LTi is the most advanced expedition vehicle ever,…

How to keep the track debris off the front of your trailer, part one
Ingenious adaptations of the mudflap that go to great lengths, and widths, to keep the track debris off the front of your trailer. Years ago, I watched a bloke doing circle work in the sand on a station outside Broken…

2021 HiLux scores more power and more towing capacity
In better news for HiLux lovers who want to tow, the 2021 Toyota HiLux scores a 150kW/500Nm 2.8L turbo-diesel engine and more towing capacity for the auto. Amid a flurry of PR, Toyota took the wraps off its 2021 HiLux.…

Cruisemaster’s new DO35 V3Plus hitch available now
The new and improved Cruisemaster DO35 V3Plus hitch has hit the production line and is now available to buy. In the announcement, Cruisemaster states that this product supersedes the existing DO35 V3 models, as in, the current version DO35 will…

Why should you buy Australian-made?
The ongoing health pandemic has raised questions about the state of Australian manufacturing and the loss to overseas production. It’s a mantra that’s gaining momentum again, so why should you buy Australian-made? There has definitely never been a better or…

How to keep the track debris off the front of your trailer, part two
In part one, we looked at the things you can do to protect your trailer, with the gear you can attach to your tow vehicle. In part two, we look at the hardware to attach to your caravan and how…

South Australia opens (almost all) its borders
The South Australian Premier has announced that the state will reopen (almost all) its borders from midnight tonight. With the notable exception of Queensland, the decision to allow inbound travel will resonate with frustrated caravanners and business people alike. It’s…

The caravan storage hacks you need to know!
No matter what caravan or camper you buy, storage is never perfect and optimising storage within the available space is a challenge. The guys at Korker Adventures share some of their ideas to optimise storage in a compact space. Here…

2021 HiLux rumours abound, but is it a solid tow rig?
Toyota Europe has released teaser footage of the 2021 Toyota HiLux driven by ex-Formula One – and now Toyota Gazoo Racing driver and Dakar competitor – Fernando Alonso. Although the short teaser video of the disguised 2021 Toyota HiLux driven…




