4x4 Driving Tips - Water

Welcome to the third and final issue of my 4x4 Driving Tips. Last week we discussed mud. Now we get wet, and go WATER crossing.

Water crossing can be more dangerous than you think. Knowing how high your air-intake is should be your guide to the depth you can go.

Look at the surroundings of the river. The chances are that if the area around the river is rocky, there will be rocks in the river.  read more »

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Prado 43 degree ramp

Check out the Land Cruiser Prado 43 degree ramp in action at the Outdoor Expo which was held at Kyalami last weekend.

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4x4 Driving Tips - Mud

Welcome to the second part of my 4x4 driving tips. Last week we focused on sand. This week, we get down and dirty and talk MUD.

Mud, surprisingly, does actually comes in various types, from thick clay to slippery surface mud. As with sand driving, reduced tyre pressures and a low gear to give enough engine speed, and momentum are advised.

But be warned: Driving in first gear will cause wheel spin, resulting in less traction and momentum.

Before you drive through any mud, it is advisable to engage four-wheel drive and in really difficult sections, the diff locks.  read more »

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4x4 Driving Tips - Sand

Over the next few weeks I'll be explaining to you how to drive and handle different types of terrain in your trusty 4x4...

This week: Sand  read more »

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The Ultimate Master of Africa

It's been around for 50 years, unsurpassed in design and vehicle abilities. Along with a reputation thats been renowned in over 140 countries world-wide.

Introducing the newest 'Master of Africa' the LC200.  read more »

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The Hilux's new features

The trusty Hilux has been around for many years and Toyota is constantly improving on its wonder formula.

The latest range of Hiluxes can vary from a Single-Cab 2.0 VVT-i all the way up to the top of the range 4.0 V6 Double Cab 4x4 Raider Automatic.

Both the Single-Cab and Double-Cab models have large load-boxes and can accommodate anything you'd like to take on your trip with you; be it a load of sand and cement, or a surfboard, tent and your bike.  read more »

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