Don’t do these 12 things before heading bush
Unsealed 4x4 contributor, Mark Allen, breaks every rule and lives to tell the tale
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Specs shootout: Toyota LC79 Vs Mahindra PikUp – There’s really no contest, right?… RIGHT?!
Ok, I think we can all probably guess how this one will play out.
Toyota has fitted a catch can to the 2024 70 Series LandCruiser – here’s why you should too
In the last week, Toyota has announced pricing and specs for the 2024 70 Series LandCruiser. You can read all about that here. They also revealed that the 70 Series models powered by the 1GD 2.8L 4-cylinder motor, also found in…
How to choose the right lithium battery for your 4×4
The only reason to keep an AGM battery is the initial purchase price. In every other way, lithium is better
Mobile phone hotspots – do they work, or are they a waste of money?
Mobile phone coverage has always been a hot topic. This company has better coverage, that company has better infrastructure, and this one is better for rural and remote calls. As most people know, mobile phone coverage usually sucks once you’ve…
If money was no object, these are the dream 4x4s we’d buy
Hey, Joe Rogan, can we borrow some cash?
Avoid Dingo attacks on K’gari (Fraser Island) with these five simple safety tips
You need to be aware of these amazing and protected natives. Follow these steps to enjoy a safe trip in paradise.
INEOS Grenadier – how does it stack up as a 4×4 tourer?
We’ve had a close look at the much-anticipated INEOS Grenadier’s pure offroad capability, and now it’s time to look at its suitability as a tourer. For a proper evaluation we’ll need a few months and many thousands of touring kays,…
Can this Redarc 12v electrical system reliably power induction cooking?
Technology – ain’t it grand! I reflected on my two-year trip around Australia from 1992 to 94. I had a single 100amphour deep cycle lead acid battery, a 40-litre fridge and a fluoro lantern. No other 12 or 240-volt appliances,…
12v winch maintenance – Five ways to keep your low-mount winch winding
When it comes to off-road recoveries, especially solo ones, an electric winch has to be the most effective piece of gear you could own. Sure, they’re not as versatile as hand winches, they take a little longer to set up…
Tall touring: Is a 4×4 truck better than a dual-cab ute?
Looking to find out, I reached out to a few truck manufacturers to see if they’d throw us the keys to a 4x4 model for a couple of days.
Ram 1500 DT Vs Silverado ZR2 specs battle – which American rig is most at home on Aussie soil?
Australians have long had love affairs with American full-size rigs. Ever since the late `70s, when the F100s and Chevy C10s were imported into the country and used as the gods intended. That is, by being massively overloaded on a…
Five reasons you need to upgrade your towing mirrors
Pop quiz: did you know that there are legal requirements for rearward vision when towing?
Race-proven – The Ultimate Suspension upgrade for Nissan’s forgotten Patrol
Ken O’Keefe loves all four-wheel drives. But has a special place for the MK Patrol. The often-forgotten Nissan Patrol. So does Unsealed staffer Adam, who picked up this beauty recently. It’s a 3.3L diesel SD33 powered SWB MK, that needs…
Mitsubishi Triton vs GWM Cannon specs battle – budget 4×4 utes go toe-to-toe
Let’s not beat around the bush. If you’re in the market for a ute that has heaps of power, a bunch of luxury and will make the guys at the jobsite or your mates at camp turn a little green,…
