Ford and VW to collaborate on their next-gen utes
In fact it seems almost all future utes will be joint ventures! Developing a new vehicle is a very, very expensive exercise and costs are only heading north. That’s why we’re seeing increasing numbers of manufacturers working together to develop…
Ford Ranger/Bronco gets Australian development
Aussie expertise exported to the USA. There has been a lot of talk about the demise of Australian manufacturing, especially with vehicle assembly all but drying up domestically. Out of the 1,178,133 new vehicles sold in Australia in 2016, only…
Ford Ranger Recalled
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…
Ford Ranger Recalled
Owners take note, and book yourself into your local dealer. Ford has issued a recall for the Ranger ute and Territory SUV, owing to a dodgy output shaft speed sensor. This affects the PX Ranger (not the current PXII), built…
Franklin Caravans’ Iconic Blast From the Past
In a field of heavy weights, this bantam 12ft Franklin Iconic caravan, with its rounded roof and sides, has brought the 1970s classic style into the 21st century. Embracing a design based on an original find, this reborn Iconic caravan…
Fraser Fruit Cobbler
An easy tropical dessert that the family will love Ingredients Method
Gay nomads
Celebrate a love of caravanning and camping at Mardi Gras. The Gay Nomads are a community group created for like-minded people who enjoy caravanning and camping. Playing on the term Grey Nomads, the Gay Nomads areall ages, genders and hair…
Gear: Mean Mother 2 in 1 digital tyre gauge and deflator kit
If you’re looking for simplicity and adaptability in maintaining correct tyre pressure then have a look at this Mean Mother 2 in 1 digital tyre gauge and deflator kit. We all know that tyre pressures are crucial to the safe…
Get More From Smartphone Photography With This Gadget
Taking photos with a smartphone these days is so easy but there are still some shortfalls. Why not remove the limitations and really have some fun with smartphone photography? I think I’ve found the answer to a range of photographic…
Get Set For the Big Wet
Ten reasons you should hit the road up north this wet season WORDS & images Monica McInnes Most people avoid travelling through Australia’s north during the summer months. It’s understandable really. It rains – a lot. It’s humid and hot…
Getting all charged up
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…
Getting Into Hot Water
A hot water service doesn’t last forever. Here’s how you replace a 12V/240V RV system It’s fair to say that an RV’s hot water service isn’t going to last forever. The tank can begin to leak after years of service…
Served a dose of camping karma at Conondale and Kenilworth
Introducing urbanites to the world of camping looked so easy but then we were served a dose of camping karma at Conondale and Kenilworth! Our friends had a 4WD although they were nervous even engaging it in a puddle at…
Go on be a devil
And take a bit out of Tasmania’s glorious apple.By Jan Hawkins If you’re planning on taking on Tasmania with your RV and mobile home then there are a few things you need to know while in the planning stage. Firstly,…
