Next generation LandCruiser 300 Series expected to have V6 diesel and V6 petrol power – and eventually a hybrid – but no V8. By Joshua Dowling and Paul Maric The iconic Toyota LandCruiser V8 is nearing the end of the road, with well-placed sources claiming the next generation 300 Series will have a choice of [Read more …]
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Driving through mud – Don’t do it, end of Blog :-)
In all seriousness encountering muddy tracks is something we as 4wders all eventually have to encounter and yes being honest I actually used to go out of my way to find the sceptic ooze and as fun as it can be it starts becoming not so fun after it starts emptying your bank account with [Read more …]
Phytophthora dieback
As we are entering the rainy season in Perth and the South West it is very important as responsible off-roaders that we do our best to help stop further spread of dieback. What is Phytophthora dieback? Phytophthora dieback is caused by the plant pathogen, Phytophthora cinnamomi, which kills susceptible plants, such as banksias, jarrah and grass [Read more …]
Lets Talk Tyre Pressures!
A very important aspect of being a competent off road driver is operating with the right tyre pressures to suit your vehicle and terrain, for many off roaders even some seasoned tyre pressure reduction only comes into consideration when soft sand is being driven over which is far from the truth. In any off road [Read more …]
2019 Perth Caravan & Camping show
This year’s Caravan & Camping show was held between the 20th and 24th of March at the Claremont showground and it was bigger than ever! Eureka 4WD ran demonstrations throughout the show focusing on safe recovery techniques. During the show we had the opportunity to catch up with past students and hear all about their [Read more …]
Eureka 4WD on LinkedIn
Did you know Eureka 4WD is on LinkedIn! Head over to our profile to stay up to date with the commercial side of 4WDing ass well as news and information on the mining industry Visit our LinkedIn For more 4WD tips, reviews and articles from Eureka 4WD visit our blog page Feeling adventurous? Then join [Read more …]
Eureka Group 1
Our most in-demand training course, this course allows the student to be site ready for the majority of sites across Australia. The training comprises the three following units and is a one-day training session. Please note that the student completes most of the Eureka Group 1 theory part of the course via the Eureka e-Learning [Read more …]
Nationally Recognised Quad Bike and Side by Side Training
With the units being updated – Eureka 4WD Training is the 1st and currently the only provider of new Quad Bike and Side by Side units in WA: Visit our latest post on the updated units Students completing these commercial courses obtain a nationally recognised statement of attainment which carries no expiry date from ourselves. [Read more …]
looking for the Best 2019 Dual-Cab 4WD Ute: Off-road
Source : motoring.com.au Whether it’s getting about a work site, maintaining remote mining or energy infrastructure, heading bush for the weekend or taking the family on an extended outback holiday, off-road ability is high on the priority list for many four-wheel drive dual-cab 4WD ute customers. By definition, if you’re buying a four-wheel drive double-cab [Read more …]
ANCAP Safety Ratings Explained
ANCAP safety ratings are published for a range of new passenger, sports utility (SUV) and light commercial vehicles (LCV) entering the Australian and New Zealand markets, using a rating system of 0 to 5 stars. Rating System of ANCAP Our vision is: Safe vehicles for all. Our star ratings indicate the level of safety a [Read more …]
ADVICE: More truth about 3500kg towing
Source : Carsales If you think your ute can tow 3500kg, think again. Most can’t realistically tow anything like the manufacturers’ bold claims. We’ve all seen the advertisements depicting a vehicle charging up a hill towing a massive boat or caravan, with superimposed graphics boldly assert a tough 3500kg towing capacity. The fact is this [Read more …]
Introducing Eureka Truck Training
Hi everyone, due to our valued clients feedback requiring truck training we here at Eureka 4WD had decided to purchase 5 trucks. We can now offer Truck Driver Training in either HR, HC, MC or F heavy vehicles. We offer intensive 1 day courses in all heavy vehicle classes. You will receive one on one practical [Read more …]
