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Offroad Caravan: Trip Prep

Even if you own the best offroad caravan, you simply cannot expect it to survive a long offroad jaunt without performing some pre-trip preparation. Here are four tips that will improve your caravan’s survivability...
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Bent Dual Cab Ute Chassis: How and Why

The other day, my wife and I were driving along Milleria Road in Melbourne’s inner west when we pulled up alongside a dual-cab ute. I can’t recall the make and model but it looked...
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Onboard Diagnostics: Diagnose Error Codes

On the outskirts of Melbourne during peak-hour traffic and light rain, my Land Cruiser suddenly flashed a warning: “Pre-Collision System Malfunction. Visit Dealer.” Then it shifted into limp mode, leaving me with just enough...

Three tips to hitch your caravan

Hitching a caravan isn’t a dark art but, for the unwary, it can become complicated. These three top tips might make all the difference… MEASURE TOWBALL DOWNLOAD Not knowing how much weight is pushing on your...
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Caravan Air-Conditioning: Webasto Cool Top Trail

Of all the features and comforts found on a modern caravan, arguably none are more important than the reverse-cycle air-conditioner. It’ll keep you cool in the heat and warm in the cold. The Webasto Cool...
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Test: Outback Tracks Roll Out Awning Anchor Kit

In my travelling life, I have had three mishaps involving awnings. The first occurred when I attempted to pull up my 4WD and caravan on a side street in Coffs Harbour. I misjudged the...
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Uniden iGO Cam 90R Dash Cam Review

Caravanners have had their fair share of blame and criticism when it comes to road accidents and safety concerns. Often unjustly labelled as ‘hazards’ on the roads, they find themselves at the receiving end...
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Caravan Weight Check

The most important thing you can do before hitting the road: ensure your caravan, tow vehicle and its towbar aren’t overloaded. Caravans that have been loaded beyond their Aggregate Trailer Mass remain an issue –...
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How To Run Starlink on 12V!

Starlink’s satellite-based internet service has revolutionised connectivity for people across the country, particularly for the travelling community. That said, it does have a glaring problem. It needs 240V mains power to operate. However, you...
EcoFlow

Review: EcoFlow Delta 2 Max Lithium Power Station

We recently looked at how a portable lithium power station such as the EcoFlow Delta 2 could be a viable alternative to a petrol-powered generator. In that article, I suggested the 1024Wh battery in...