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Three Days Across the Simpson Desert with Hema Maps:
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Words & Pics Dayv Carter I acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the lands upon...
Road Closures & Track Conditions- 17th September:
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20 Years on the Tracks
As owner and tour leader at Adrenalin Off-Road, Ben Carceller has plenty of opportunities to see some of the best that remote Australia has to offer. Courtney Cunningham sat down with him to ask about journey ideas, travel tips, his favourite Hema products, and being an “Alpha” user. Q. You...
DIY Sunshades
Your van has insulated walls and automotive door and window seals, so the main cause of heat gain and heat...
Hema's Top 5 Things You Need For Desert Travel
Desert travel, while rugged and unique, can be dangerous without the right gear and essentials. When venturing out into the remote...
Being Prepared
Travelling isn’t all happy hour and tourist attractions. People need to consider the ‘what ifs’ and be prepared in case things...
Hema's Tips For Rear Bar Replacements
Most 4WDs in Australia have a bullbar on the front for protection but oftentimes, the rear has a flimsy, plastic...
11 Reasons to Drive the Gibb River Road
This major artery through The Kimberley in Western Australia is one of Australia’s most beautiful drives. We provide 11 reasons...
Treading Lightly in the Outdoors
An appreciation of nature goes hand-in-hand with the camping lifestyle, so how can we ensure we ‘leave no trace’ as...
Cape York Trip Prep Tips
How does one prepare for a bumpy old haul up the old Tele Track? Scott Heiman offers his views on...
Dealing With Dust
You just can’t beat a good old fashion off-road adventure. As good as it is, getting to the best campsites...
How To Build a Budget DIY Tourer
When you’re working to a tight budget, setting up your 4WD for touring can be daunting – there’s a million...
Hema's Guide to Snatch Straps
In the right hands, snatch straps are a clever and effective way to help a stricken vehicle. It's always safe to...
Upsizing Your Tyres
Get any group of 4WDers together and sooner or later the topic of tyres will come up. “How big are...
UHF Antennae – is bigger always better?
Don't get caught up in the sales pitch when selecting a UHF antenna, know which is best for you. When it...
Preparing for the Outback
The Outback is a pretty special place for us 4WDers. At first glance nothing but salt bush and dust paints...
9 Things You Should Know About Water Crossings
We provide a guide on what you should know before you go water crossings. But before you hit the road,...
Batteries- How Much & What Type?
One of the most common questions that prospective camper trailer or caravan owners have is about how large a battery...
Desert Survival Tips
Rescue services are regularly called out to find lost bushwalkers, campers, tourists and hunters in and around Central Australia. Our...
Top 7 Flinders Ranges Escapes
The rugged beauty of the Flinders Ranges is packed full of hidden escapes, from wilderness sanctuaries to national parks and...
How Hema Maps Are Made
Have you ever picked up a map and just felt more lost after looking at it than you had beforehand?...
Tips for Driving on Sand
Sand driving requires a certain set of skills that, once attained, will open some of the most enjoyable and scenic...
4WD Storage Ideas
There are so many different types of 4WD storage options out there, we thought it was time to show you...