4X4 Advice
Dashing across the Simpson Desert with a Haval H9, Great Wall Steed, a Triton and now an Everest – Part 7 – Meet our support
How And Why We Dashed Across The Simpson Desert In A Week From Melbourne With A Haval H9 And Great Wall Steed. This week we look at another of our companions.
How to drive in mud… off-road driving techniques
Jumping in muddy puddles can be a lot of fun – just ask Peppa Pig – but driving though muddy puddles can be fraught with danger. Here’s how to drive in mud.
What is torque?
Torque is the grunty force that makes your vehicle good for towing and just generally overcoming its own weight. Practical Motoring explains what torque is.
Bush pinstripe damage – advice from a professional
Bush pinstripes are a part of off-roading. We talk with professional detailer, Darren Hosking, about how to prevent them and what to do once you’ve got them.
Dashing across the Simpson Desert with a Haval H9, Great Wall Steed and a Triton – Part 6 – Meet our support
How And Why We Dashed Across The Simpson Desert In A Week From Melbourne With A Haval H9 And Great Wall Steed. This week we look at one of our companions.
Dashing across the Simpson with a Haval H9 and Great Wall Steed – Part 5 – Packing for a Big Trip
How And Why We Dashed Across The Simpson Desert In A Week From Melbourne With A Haval H9 And Great Wall Steed. This week we look at packing for a big trip.
4WD Or SUV/Crossover? 5 Reasons Why You Should Choose A 4WD
Take your off-roading adventure beyond your imagination and explore the best bits of Australia. Find out which vehicle type is the best for you.
Choosing off-road tyres – Why your choice of rubber needs to be rethought
When it comes to choosing tyres for your off-roader, do you really need one set for the road and one for the bush?
BMW xDrive all-wheel drive system explained
BMW’s xDrive all-wheel drive system is one of the most sophisticated and effective on the market. Here’s how it works.
Dashing across the Simpson with a Haval H9 and Great Wall Steed – Part 4 – Communication and Navigation
How And Why We Dashed Across The Simpson Desert In A Week From Melbourne With A Haval H9 And Great Wall Steed. Exploring the communication you need.
4×4 Driving Tips – Adapting To Suit The Terrain
Ready to drive your 4WD off-road? Safely adapting to different terrains is key. Learn more about different terrains so you are prepared for your drive.
Will your brake controller work with advanced safety aids when you’re towing a trailer?
Modern cars have advanced safety aids like AEB, and you want to make sure they still work when you’re towing a trailer or caravan.
Dashing across the Simpson in a Haval H9 and Great Wall Steed – Part 2: Tyres
As we continue our Simpson Desert crossing series with the Haval H9 and Great Wall Stead, this week, we look at tyres; the most important part of your 4×4.
4WD Trailer and Caravan Towing Techniques
Towing a trailer or caravan may seem intimidating but with our quick video guide you can master 4WD towing techniques. Prepare for your next adventure now!
Just how far can a stock-standard 4WD take you?
Just how far can a stock-standard Ford Everest 4WD take you? Ford took me to Tasmania to test my (very basic) off-road driving skills and find out.
