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Vehicle weights explained | tare, kerb, GVM, payload and trailer figures
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By Mark Oastler · 18 Feb 2019
Tare Mass? GVM? Kerb Mass? GCM? These terms and acronyms can be found on your vehicle's compliance plates, in your owner's manual and many articles and discussions about weights, but what do they actually mean? They all refer to how much of a load your vehicle is designed to carry or tow, which is crucial to its safe
4x4 or 4x2 high rider ute | which is best for me?
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By Mark Oastler · 18 Feb 2019
A lot of urban 4x4 ute owners rarely venture further off the bitumen than the dirt shoulder or their gravel driveway.
Dual-cab ute vs Crew van: 7 things you should know
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By Mark Oastler · 25 May 2018
An increasing number of light commercial vehicle brands are offering a second row of seating in their medium-sized work vans (2.5 to 3.5 tonne GVM) and calling them Crew Vans.
Top tips for covering the load in your ute
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By Mark Oastler · 15 Mar 2018
The greatest practicality of a ute is its ability to carry a big load in the back, but there’s two potential problems with that – it’s exposed to the elements and not secure from theft.
Top eight towing myths busted
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By Mark Oastler · 17 May 2017
Everyone loves to see a long-standing, widely accepted myth well and truly busted.
Top tips for using a weighbridge with your car
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By Mark Oastler · 23 Mar 2016
You might think that overloading your vehicle is only going to add some extra dollars to your fuel bill. However, more serious consequences can result from this common oversight.