Affectionately known as Project Thirst Responder, Pat’s newest ride is his biggest and best yet, here’s what makes it stand out in a crowd!

Spotting a mate is a game of trust, make sure you trust your spotter, and make sure your spotter is trustworthy.

The temptation to drive your 4X4 straight through a muddy section rather than going out of your way to avoid it is hardwired into many of us.

Overloading your 4X4 is a common pitfall for beginners and experienced 4X4ers alike. It’s easy to get 4X4 accessory fever and overload your rig with every knick-knack known to man. All that gear comes with a cost in kilos though.

Heading on the Hume Highway between Melbourne and Sydney might be seen as an epic trip for some, but it can be quite monotonous.

With the F-150 the fun one, and the Everest the everyday adventurer, the Ranger was always going to be my big-lap tourer.