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 […]
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 situations, the […]
Wilbinga Conservation Park Adoption Effort
Wilbinga Shacks 4wd Crew (WS4X4C) Team After the northern conservation boundary, fencing and gates damaged over the Australia Day long weekend members of the Wilbinga Shacks 4wd Crew (WS4X4C) teamed up with the farmers to work on a strategy out to try to keep around 300 head of cattle out of the Wilbinga Conservation Park […]
Littering in the Bush
Encountering Dump Sites Okay, we all love our time outdoors in Australia, however, nothing gets us more riled up at Eureka 4WD Training than rubbish in the bush. We regularly encounter dump sites out in the field ranging from asbestos, white goods, household rubble, sheet tin, cigarette butts, cans, stubbies, general rubbish and stolen vehicles […]
Recovery Points – ARB
Off-Road Driving Recover Points Strong, reliable recovery points are essential for off-road driving but the lack of industry standards regarding rated tow points has caused confusion among four-wheel drivers for many years. With this in mind, ARB has sought to set an industry benchmark for how recovery points are designed, tested and selected by 4WDers. […]
Working In The 4WD Industry: A New Pathway
I really want to work in the 4WD industry but I’m not a mechanic and I don’t want to work in sales. Is there a way that I could still work on vehicles? 4WD Parts & Accessories Works Often people who have a passion for cars or 4WD’s want to work with them but don’t […]
Double Demerit Dates | 2020 Update
With the start of the new year comes our 2020 Double demerit list for WA. 2020 Double Demerits Dates for WA* Below are the dates for Double Demerits for 2020: Australia Day Friday 24 January to Monday 27 January inclusive Labour Day Friday 28 February to Monday 2 March inclusive Easter Thursday 9 April to […]
Perth Caravan & Camping Show
2019 Perth Caravan and Camping Show Just around the corner is the 2019 Perth Caravan and Camping Show and as always the whole team from Eureka 4WD Training will be there doing daily demonstrations on safe recovery techniques including the recovery of camper trailers. We are located at stand 422 and will be giving away […]
Help Is On The Way: Personal Emergency Alert Devices
We’ve all feared being stuck without help. Whether you’re with or without your vehicle, you’ll always want to know that you’re relying on more than just a mobile phone to alert those who need to know about your location or situation. We’ve taken a look at personal alert devices to help you decide what suits […]
Looking For A Great Day Trip That Is Safe For The Whole Family?
Wilbinga Conservation Park If you are looking for a great day trip that is safe for the whole family and more than suitable for most 4WD vehicles than look no further than Wilbinga Conservation Park which is situated roughly 70 kilometres north of Perth in the Shire of Gingin. We have been using Wilbinga for […]
Looking For A Fishing Spot To Load Up Your Christmas Lunch Stocking?
With the demersal ban in effect until 15th December, many boat fisho’s have turned their attention to inshore species like whiting and squid and potting or diving for crayfish. Since the Crayfish season has been changed to be open all year many people I speak to have been fishing regularly for these tasty critters. With […]
Ensure You Are Ready For Your Next Adventure With A Eureka 4WD Pre-Start Checklist
Preparation for a 4WD trip is very important to prevent any disappointing mishaps or breakdowns along the way. Regular vehicle inspections via pre-start checks can assist in preventing serious mechanical issues, either in day to day running or prior to the trip of a lifetime. While not a definitive list, use the below pre-start checklist […]
About To Tow A Vehicle?
Understand the Acronyms & Terms For Weights on Your Vehicle I.D Plates With the holiday season fast approaching many of us are going to take a vacation and with that the prospect of towing, yet do you know how to identify the correct terms to ensure a safe journey? Thanks to the Motor Trade Association […]