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Is a dual battery system still necessary? Why portable power stations are changing the game for 4WD touring
Can you tour without a dual battery setup? We explore how portable power stations compare, and share real-world insights from off-grid 4WD camping.
Step-by-step guide to installing under-bonnet lights
Ever been stuck by the side of the road at night and the battery in your torch is flat? Here's how to install under-bonnet lights for those untimely repairs.
Review: Bluetti Elite 200 V2 – A heavy-hitter power station for serious off-grid trips
Tested: The Bluetti Elite 200 V2 is a powerful, portable LiFePO4 station built for serious 4WD touring and remote camping setups.
Battery Box vs Portable Power Station – what’s the difference and which one’s better for you?
Not sure whether to get a battery box or portable power station? We break down the pros, cons and key differences to help you choose.
An unexpected review of the EcoFlow Delta 3 Plus
We tested the EcoFlow DELTA 3 Plus during a home blackout. See how this portable power station handled this real world test.
Solid State Batteries vs Lithium-Ion: What’s the better choice for 4WD and camping?
Solid state vs lithium ion: What’s the better battery for your 4WD and off-grid camp setup? We break it down in plain English.
Best Portable Power Stations for off-grid adventures
In the market for a Portable Power Station to fuel your next off-grid 4x4 adventure? We've done the research for you. Explore more here.
Beginner’s guide to solar panels: what you need to know for camping and 4WD adventures
Learn how solar panels work, what panel efficiency means, regulated vs unregulated panels, and how to choose the right setup for your 4WD or camping trip.
Portable Solar Generators: A practical guide for off-grid and 4WD camping
Learn how portable solar generators work, how they compare to fuel-powered options, who they're for and where to get them.
Auto fuses – a guide to not letting your 4X4 burn to the ground
Auto fuses - I think it's time we sat down and talked about what is possibly the single most crucial component to keeping our 4X4s safe.
Could this Invicta Hybrid starter battery do away with a traditional dual battery setup?
Get the best of both worlds with the Invicta hybrid battery. Could this battery be a viable alternative to a dual battery set up?
Everything you need to know about OBD2
The OBD2 Port If you’ve got a four-wheel drive built after about 1994, chances are you’ll have an OBD2 port. They’re often up under the steering column, and sometimes over in a kick panel, but it’s not so much its…
Six sensors that will drive you crazy!
Every modern vehicle is governed by computers these days. It’s an unassailable fact that you simply can’t ignore. Millions of lines of code go into algorithms that control our engine’s fuel delivery, turbo boost, fuel consumption, ignition timing, our transmission’s…
Our top 5 portable power tools you should never leave home without
It’s a good idea to carry some tools with you when you head bush, and most of us carry some sort of basic tool kit and spares. But often little thought goes into some of the tools needed to carry…
5 reasons an upright fridge could work for your ute
Here are the five reasons we reckon you should consider an upright fridge, if you can make them work in your four-wheel drive. They are cheaper Compared to a chest fridge of the same size, you’re saving yourself roughly $550.…
