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Best Portable Power Stations in Australia for camping & 4WD touring
From budget camping units to serious off-grid powerhouses, here are the best portable power stations for Australian campers and 4WDers.
Camp oven cooking: 10 essential tips for cooking with a camp oven
Master camp oven cooking with these 10 simple tips for delicious campfire meals, even if you're just starting out. Learn more here.
The complete guide to 4WD roof storage: bars, racks, platforms and boxes explained
Selecting the right roof storage for your 4WD can significantly influence how you pack your gear, improve accessibility, and ensure safe handling. Here’s a summary of the main roof storage options – roof bars, racks, platforms, and roof boxes –…
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.
5 Things most people get wrong about airbag suspension
We’re busting 5 common airbag suspension myths. From GVM confusion to chassis damage, here's what you need to know about airbag suspension.
4×4 recovery gear: what you actually need (and what you don’t)
Not all 4x4 recovery gear is worth the hype. Here’s what you really need (and what’s just dead weight) for safer off-road trips.
Jayco launches Crosstrail: a new Aussie-built toy hauler without the caravan bulk
Jayco has just dropped a new toy hauler, and it’s one that’s sure to catch the eye of riders, campers, and weekend warriors across the country. Say hello to the Jayco Crosstrail. It’s a customisable base trailer, purpose-built for transporting…
Reviewed: Travel Buddy 12V oven
Hot pies on the go! Could the Travel Buddy 12V oven be the second-best four-wheel drive upgrade after a 12V fridge?
Camp cooking for beginners: What to use and why
Learn about camp cooking for beginners here. We break down the gear with the pros & cons - BBQs, gas stoves, open fire, portable pizza ovens & more.
9 Recovery mistakes you need to stop making
With a bit of know-how, it's easy to prevent things from going wrong with 4X4 recoveries. Here's a list of mistakes you need to stop making!
Oztent launches new lightweight ‘Cubbie’ swag range
Oztent has introduced the new Cubbie Swag range, designed for solo and duo travellers. Learn more about the CS-1 and CS-2 models here.
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.
New Avida Explorer LX 4×4: Off-grid comfort for the not-so-hardcore off-roader
Meet the Avida Explorer LX 4x4 campervan - an off-grid-ready van for travellers who like comfort with a touch of adventure.
Beginner’s guide to 4WD storage solutions: organise your off-road gear like a pro
New to 4WD storage solutions? Learn how to organise your gear for off-road adventures with smart storage ideas and setups.
First impressions: Predator New Mutant X-AT tyres
Are the Predator New Mutants every bit as tough as they look? How do they actually perform both on and off-road? Dan gives us his first impressions of the Predator New Mutant AX-T tyres.
