April 21st, 2011
Off Roading can be a fantastic and exciting experience, but just as there are rules of the road in towns and cities, there are rules that apply to off roading. Most of these rules are designed to keep you safe and you can be sure that if you follow them it can only make your off roading experience more enjoyable. So follow these simple off roading rules and make sure that you stay safe while you have the time of your life.
- Stay right to avoid oncoming traffic. If there is only room for one vehicle to pass then it’s generally the more experienced driver who should give way – but use your common sense
- When two vehicles meet on a hill and there is no safe place to pull over then the vehicle going up the hill has the right of way.
- When driving your goal should be to have as little impact on the environment as possible
- Keep the driver’s side of the vehicle close to any obstacles when driving through, but don’t forget to keep an eye on the rest of the car.
- Heavily used tracks can cause your undercarriage to get stuck. Try driving with one wheel on the middle hump if you find this is happening.
- When driving in mud, snow or deep sand, deflate your tyres slightly, this will give them a greater surface area and therefore more grip. Don’t forget to re inflate them when you are finished.
- Approach obstacles such as ditches at an angle. That way one wheel can tackle the obstacle while the other three remain on solid ground.
- If you encounter large rocks or boulders then consider whether you will need to build a ramp in order to cross them
- Think about the kind of safety equipment you might need to take such as a self recovery winch
- If you know you will be in an area where there will be few other people about you may need equipment like this.
Remember to always consider your safety and the safety of your passengers and other road users when off roading to ensure that you have fantastic fun but remain safe.
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April 21st, 2011
Safari Snorkels were first introduced in Australia in the 1980’s. They were created as a response to the increased popularity of touring and off roading in four wheel drives. The Safari Snorkel helps protect 4×4 engines from sand, dust and water that might be encountered on an excursion.
Since the 1980’s Safari Snorkels have been thoroughly researched and finely homed to make any 4×4 experience more enjoyable and more worry free.
Safari Snorkels are always manufactured to the highest standards and in cross linked, UV stable polyethylene material. They deliver a constant cool air supply to ensure maximum engine performance. Each Safari Snorkel comes with quality fixtures and fittings for superior sealing, presentation and durability.
Why Do I Need A Safari Snorkel?
If you love off roading adventure then you’ll know a high performance 4×4 can make or break your experience. You want your excursion to be as exciting and challenging as possible. A Safari Snorkel will allow you to travel over dusty and sandy terrain and through water without causing damage to your engine or harming your car’s power or performance.
If you use your 4×4 for work then you’ll know how important it is to maintain a healthy, happy car. With a snorkel you can rest assured that you can put your 4×4 through the mill and still come out smiling on the other side.
Safari Snorkels are a great choice when you are travelling in rainy conditions. All Safari Charge Air Rams feature a fantastic water separator system that is built to remove rain from the incoming air stream, meaning you can carry on driving through even the most torrential downpour.
The Safari Snorkel is even great in the snow. The clever design means that the snorkel can be rotated away from the prevailing wing in a snow storm so that your engine is protected from the choking effects of air build up in the air intake.
So choose a safari snorkel if you want to make the most of your 4×4 and offroad through every season, every type of weather and every type of terrain, safe in the knowledge that your engine is being protected.
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September 18th, 2009
Groups of young people are being challenged to come up with unique new designs for radio controlled 4×4 vehicles with the added incentive of actually building them to a working model. Read the rest of this entry »
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July 23rd, 2009
Could We See the Mini Brand Breaking New Ground
The Mini has once of the most famous backgrounds and pedigrees in the motor industry and now there is speculation that it is set to break even more new ground if stories are true about a 4×4 version of the car are proved to be true.
Rumours were sparked sometime ago but the latest reports also indicate that BMW, the new owners of the Mini brand have taken possession of the Countryman and ActiveE official trademarks.
Those of us who are old enough to remember the original Countryman vehicles will recall how it originated from the classic Austin Seven. The first Austin Seven Countryman rolled off the production lines back in 1960 and became a cult car of its time along with the Morris Mini Traveller.
There have also been talks about BMW launching a 4×4 Mini with the Crossman badge and many are hoping the new 4×4 Mini will be ready for official launch at this years motor show in Frankfurt.
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