Tim Parremore

If you've tried to plan a run between the Derwent Valley and Huon Valley over the last few months, you've probably already heard the bad news: Jefferys Track is closed. Not "wait for the seasonal gate" closed. Not "track conditions" closed. Closed because of a property and policy dispute that nobody at a state level seems willing to fix. Last year we wrote a guide to driving Jefferys Track. We've had a few people contact the shop asking what's actually going on, so here's the most up-to-date...

If you’ve been researching suspension upgrades for your 4WD, you’ve probably seen leaf springs advertised with terms like “50mm lift” and “500kg constant load.” On the surface, that sounds straightforward — but in reality, constant load ratings are one of the most misunderstood parts of suspension selection, and getting it wrong is one of the biggest reasons people end up unhappy with their ride, handling, or load-carrying ability. Let’s break down what constant load actually means, how it...