Articles by Tim Robson

Tim Robson
Contributing Journalist

Tim Robson has been involved in automotive journalism for almost two decades, after cutting his teeth on alternative forms of wheeled transport. 

Studiously avoiding tertiary education while writing about mountain bikes in the 1990s, Tim started with Motor magazine in 2001, moving on to edit Auto Action and Motor before joining Top Gear Australia in 2010.

Tim formed his own company, 032Media, in 2014, building up a freelance business that supplies leading news outlets like CarsGuide and GoAuto, as well as Evo Australia, Motor, 4x4 Australia and The Robb Report. He's also a skilled photographer, practicing videographer, presenter and editor.

He’s also recently returned to his roots, currently editing Australia's oldest and most prestigious mountain bike magazine, Mountain Biking Australia.

Tim lives in Wollongong, NSW, and is married with three double-digit age kids… two of who are learning to drive. One’s already learned to race, with 16-year-old Max helping Tim to build and run his only car – a track-registered Honda Civic EG.

You can check out Tim’s bike collection, race car failings and more on his Insta feed or Facebook.

Top 5 tips for an ultimate High Country getaway
By Tim Robson · 04 Jun 2018
Helpful hints to make sure you get the most out of exploring of Australia's High Country
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4WD and MTB adventure in Marysville State Forest, Victoria
By Tim Robson · 01 Jun 2018
I haven't seen so much fear in a set of faces since... well, ever.
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Ford EcoSport Titanium petrol FWD 2018 off-road review
By Tim Robson · 30 May 2018
Ford's smallest SUV offers up one of the company's cleverest engines... so why does it feel so underwhelming?
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How to find the ultimate aftermarket suspension
By Tim Robson · 28 May 2018
For many 4x4 owners, the notion of upgrading the suspension seems like something that’s a good idea… but in truth, most people aren’t exactly sure what’s involved and what should be done.
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How to find the best headlights
By Tim Robson · 28 May 2018
As the incandescent bulb did to the candle, so the light-emitting diode – or LED – is doing for halogen lamps on cars.
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How to find the perfect boots
By Tim Robson · 28 May 2018
This type of footwear provides the triple-whammy of comfort, support and protection of your feet, making them ideal for short day walks or longer multi-day journeys.
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How to find the perfect wheels and tyres for your car
By Tim Robson · 28 May 2018
Adding a shiny new set of rims to your dual-cab is a great way of making your car stand out from the crowd…
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How to find the best tyre deflators
By Tim Robson · 28 May 2018
Driving with the right tyre pressure is key to getting the most out of your vehicle on any terrain so, it stands to reason, that a great tyre deflator will help you achieve that quickly and accurately
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How to choose the perfect camping stove
By Tim Robson · 28 May 2018
Your choices of camp stoves are many, with basic hot plates, or those powered by portable gas bottles the most popular.
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How to find the best sleeping bag
By Tim Robson · 28 May 2018
A sleeping bag is one of the most important pieces of outdoor gear to get right at purchase.
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