New Partnership – Mannell Motors

This is Part Two of a two-part series on outback survival. If you haven't read Part One - covering preparation, vehicle setup, communication gear, and animal strike prevention - start there first.

Six years on the road, three tow vehicles, and one very uncomfortable conversation with a set of scales. Here's what we know now that we didn't know at the start.

Planning to cross Australia by 4WD? From tyres and recovery gear to fuel planning, water storage and camp-life essentials, this guide covers the equipment and practical advice that can make or break a continental adventure.