December 2018
ISSUE 057 – Christmas Buyer’s Guide
It’s that time of the year yet again, and what better way to celebrate Christmas than with our massive annual Christmas Buyer’s Guide. Unsealed 4X4 staff searched for the best 4WD accessories and camping gear we’d like to see under…
2019 Mitsubishi Triton reveals striking new look
Does it have what it takes to grab top spot? The Mitsubishi Triton has long been the affordable step sister to the Toyota HiLux and Ford Ranger. It is the third best-selling ute in the country, which is a huge…
2018 HAVAL H9 ULTRA VS THE OUTBACK
10 days in the outback driving China’s petrol-powered Toyota Prado rival, the Haval H9 … will it survive? Words by Bruce Newton It’s no longer a case of when the Chinese arrive in the Australian new vehicle market, the fact…
Camper trailer review: The Drifta Evolution from DOT to WUHT
It may not be the prettiest camper in the park, but it sure turns a lot of heads Words and Images by Gary Tischer In a year when we have lost three well-known and established Aussie camper trailer manufacturers, Drifta…
Queensland – 48hrs in Byfield National Park
Killing time in paradise – just how far can you go in two days? Words and Images by Dan Watkins Tunnel vision. We have all been guilty of it at one time or another, myself included. Racing to our intended…
New South Wales: Bush-to-beach weekender
If you can wrangle a couple of days off work in Sydney or Brisbane, we have the off-road escape for you Words by Harry Temple, Images by Harry Temple and Lindsay Reid THE TRIP Having a borderline obsessive fascination for…
What on earth is an OBD-II and why should I care?
Well, do you know what to do if your 4WD goes into limp-home mode? Words and Images by Gary Tischer Picture this, you are at your favourite camping spot or in the middle of the Simpson Desert and your Check…
Recipe: Classic Pork Loin Roast
The perfect roast for a chilly night, and enough time to socialise while it cooks. Serves: 4-6 Time: 80 minutes CLICK HERE TO READ THE RECIPE IN OUR FREE DIGITAL MAGAZINE INGREDIENTS 1.5kg pork loin, rolled, with the skin scored…
Uniflame Cook Set reviewed
Is this a flamin’ good piece of cooking gear or will it only add to your camping clutter? Words by Grant Hanan and Linda Bloffwitch, Images and Video by My Aussie Travel Guide We’re probably not telling you anything new…
Industry News: New Mundaring to Albany off-road route now open
Western Australians take note: A new off-road touring route has been opened in the south west, providing a tremendous 900km off-highway trip through forest and farmland. River crossings, lakes and small country towns are features of the leisurely three to…
The Ev’itor’s Column: Don’t make bets with photographers
I lost, and ended up with a tattoo of a glorified (yet endangered) budgie What on earth does this have to do with 4WDing? Well, stick with me folks, there is a link. Let me set the scene … Scott…
Issue 57: Readers’ Rigs
JAKE’S HILUX After a fender-bender to start off the year, followed by the battle to keep his pride and joy, Jake emerged with a new front end and a new enthusiasm for the three-year build. The old farm ‘Lux was…
Custom 4X4 Defender 130: Desert Tourer
One of the most modified and well-travelled Land Rover Defenders in Australia, all custom built by the owner Words by Mark Kendrick, Images by Wayne ‘Nugget’ Nielsen THE OWNER Wayne is one of our regular travel contributors with over a…
Iveco Daily Custom Tourer: Love-hate relationship
Trials and tribulations for this Iveco Daily owner, five years in the making Words and Images by Harry Temple THE OWNER Spitting a gearbox and limping to Sydney might sound like a couple’s worst nightmare when touring around Australia. However,…
RODEZI BULLBAR FISHING ROD HOLDER
Travelling to your favourite remote fishing spot will almost always result in problems when it comes to transporting your rods there with you. Fear no more thanks to the Rodezi Bullbar Fishing Rod Holder, which claims to be the only…
