Off-road trailers explained: the pros and cons, the main types from load trailers to off-road caravans, example makers, DIY builds, hitches and what to look for.
A complete guide to engine and exhaust sensors: what each does, how it works, typical symptoms and fault codes, from crankshaft and MAF to lambda and NOx.
Buying off-road tyres: the difference between road, AT and MT, the Alpine winter symbol, tyre pressure, load and speed index, tyre age, and what to look for.
Tyre expert Klaus Faust explains the differences between all-terrain and mud-terrain tyres, when to use which, the right air pressure and why MT tyres are not made for winter.
Toe, camber and caster explained: what these alignment parameters do, how they affect handling, grip and tyre wear, the Ackermann condition, and how they're set on solid and independent axles.
HVO100, FAME, R33: diesel comes in many forms today. We explain the DIN EN590 standard, the new fuel types and which engines can run on them.
Modern vehicles have smart alternators to cut emissions. We explain the problems they cause when charging a dual-battery system, and which chargers cope with them.
How does a fire start and how do you put it out safely? Our guide covers fire classes, extinguishing agents, choosing an extinguisher for your vehicle and first aid for burns.
Airline rails are a versatile, tough system for securing loads. But how do you best fix them in your vehicle, and how much can you actually hang off one? We have put together the key questions about airline rails.
Coolant antifreeze does far more than protect against frost. Our guide explains its jobs, the right mixing ratio, how to top up and which products you can mix.
Satellite internet is one way to get fast internet on the road, and by now Starlink is a real alternative to local SIM cards or slow wifi. But how well does it actually work in practice for travellers? We asked two who use it on the road and at sea.
The tyre is the only connection between the vehicle and the road, and it has to deliver grip, safety and comfort, off-road under harder conditions. But who actually knows how a tyre works? We take a look under the tread.
Every well-equipped off-roader carries shackles. But where are the differences between the shapes, can they be used wrongly, and what do the numbers mean? The little ABC of steel shackles, so your next recovery goes safely.
A pickup makes a brilliant base for a camper, and the choice on the market is almost endless. Demountable, flatbed, hardtop, pop-top or over-cab: an overview of the concepts, plus what to look out for when buying.