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Common Ford Ranger problems: Gearbox, engine & reliability fixes
Common Ford Ranger gearbox issues, 3.2 engine problems and transmission faults - plus simple fixes, causes and what to watch for.

A simple guide to soft shackles
We answer all your questions about soft shackles! What they are, how to use them, why they're safer and whether you can make your own.

Unboxing the REVO MKII Winch: first impressions from Bushranger’s latest
Unboxing the REVO MKII winch from Bushranger! Watch our first impressions video and see what stands out in this off-road essential.

Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) – the essential guide
We've answered some common questions about your diesel particulate filter (DPF), including what it is, how it works, DPF burns, DPF warning lights, DPF delete and the legalities, DPF cleaning, DPF failure and more.

11 reasons wheel spacers are a bad idea
Are wheel spacers a good or bad idea for your 4x4? Are they even legal in Australia? In this article, we're going to answer these questions and talk about why wheel spacers are a dumb idea.

Introducing Diesel Care’s new Fuel Filter Kits for the 2024 Hilux (and others)
Discover how Diesel Care's new fuel filter and catch can kits can protect your 2024 Hilux (and others) from dirty fuel and carbon build-up.

Power modules vs. ECU tunes vs. diesel chips – what’s the difference?
Wondering how to get more out of your 4x4 diesel? Discover the key differences between Power Modules, ECU Tunes, and Diesel Chips here.

7 Fun 4WD trips near Melbourne
These 7 fun 4WD trips near Melbourne range from scenic bush drives to challenging off-road tracks. Check them out here.

Bog Out Review – Winches for your wheels?
Bog Out review! Should you carry a set of these wheel winches in the back of your 4x4? We put them through the wringer to find out.

Father’s Day gift ideas for adventurous dads
Nothing says “I’m the favourite child” on Father's Day like gifting something that fuels Dad's obsession with all things 4WD and camping.

6 towing tips for beginners – please learn from my mistakes
I’ve got a confession to make. You see, while I’m in my happy place behind the wheel of a 4WD, once you put a trailer on the back I’m not so confident. And being that I work in the off-road…

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…

Top tips to help you select an electronic brake controller
Did you know that if you tow anything that weighs more than 750kg when loaded, you’ll need to have a brake controller fitted to your tow vehicle? This is nothing new in the eyes of the law. What is new…

Ironman 4×4 release Frontier Winch
Ironman 4×4 has just announced a new range of 4×4 winches, built off their long-serving Monster Winch platform. The Monster Winch range was in service for 10 years, so it makes total sense to build off a platform Ironman 4×4…

The FJ Cruiser ute chop that broke the internet
If like myself, you are lucky enough to own a Toyota FJ Cruiser… you’ll know they tend to get a bit of attention. I can’t go a week without someone sending a message asking if I’m driving through (insert suburb).…




