Transmissions love their coolers, The automatic transmission is one of the most significant inventions in the automotive industry’s history, making driving much easier and helping with better fuel...
At this point in a magazine of this nature, it would be fair to expect some commentary regarding incidental products and accessories which enhance the usefulness of the SUV you have chosen.
With so many different options available, it’s hard to know exactly what solution is right for a specific setup. Redarc has broken down the three most popular charging solutions to get a 4WD charged...
Terrain Tamer’s new front brake upgrade kits provide improved brake performance for selected vehicles, combining large 6- and 8-pot caliper designs, Kevlar ceramic brake pads and a larger slotted and...
Ute accessory manufacturer Utemaster have just released a range of products for the next-gen 2022 Ford Ranger. New products include the Centurion Canopy-known for its iconic “full width doors” for...
Dollar for dollar a suspension upgrade can create the most impressive change in the performance of a 4WD.
The choice is vast – replacement OEM-spec struts, coil springs, leaf springs and shock...
Suspension lift kits for all purposes
The popularity of utes in this country is news to no one but enhancing those vehicles by raising the height and improving the ride is becoming more popular as a...
The name really does say it all
Camping and exploring New Zealand’s great outdoors is a passion for many 4WDers. But what happens when the appeal of roof-top campers or tents has worn off or when the...
Charging any battery just got a whole lot simpler with the CTEK CS One. Its revolutionary APTO (adaptive charging) technology takes the trickiness out of charging a vehicle’s battery system.
Yakima has the shower solution for adventuring
Sandy feet, dirty paws, and muddy bikes and muddy people. Yakima’s RoadShower is a trusty sidekick that provides pure luxury in the outdoors – the...
Getting power in remote places has always been a bit tricky.
Even when solar became affordable and accessible to 4WD enthusiasts, the relative fragility of rigid solar panels made transporting them a...
Usiing technology in the outdoors
Take them everywhere. An Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon (EPIRB) or Personal Locator Beacon (PLB) is a lifesaver. These beacons are used by emergency...
When Kiwis go 4WD adventuring these days, an enormous number of gadgets come along for the ride. This means keeping a charged battery is more important than ever.
Roof tents: soft shell or hard shell?
Roof tents. Perfect for classic Kiwi summer trips on or off-road. They offer comfort, convenience and camping fun.
Every day we realise more and more it’s all about that feeling of boundless freedom. The ability to look up at the starry sky, detached from all constraints of everyday life.
HULK Professional Series has launched its latest product to enhance a vehicle’s driving performance – Quick Response Electric Throttle Controllers, available through HULK 4X4 distributors nationwid
Before heading out on your next off-road adventure, take the time to check your battery and avoid becoming one of New Zealand’s breakdown statistics this winter.
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