Ford Ranger XLT available as a cab-chassis from December

There’s no shortage of opinions on what tyres your caravan should be running. You’ve probably heard everything from “just match your tow rig” to “it doesn’t matter, they’re not even driven wheels.” Like most things in the touring world, the truth sits somewhere between bush logic and engineer-speak.

If you’re new to 4WDing or you need a little reminder on what’s okay and what behaviours should be left home, I’ve created this cheat sheet to guide you on the tracks.

Let’s cut through the hype. Is the F-150 actually built for our backyard, or is it just a chrome-plated “Yank Tank” destined for Bunnings runs and flexing at the local boat ramp?