Jeep has revealed the all new 2011 Grand Cherokee line, boasting new more powerful engines, an all new electronic 4x4 system and a stylish new interior.
For all the details- http://www.the4wdzone.com/2011Jeepgrandcherokee.htm
Friday, April 10, 2009
Hummers helping Victorian Police Officers to Keep Victoria Safe
Five Victorian Police HUMMER H3s’ have helped keep Victoria’s streets safe as part of a series of initiatives to address public order related issues in the Melbourne CBD and throughout Victoria.
Provided as part of a no-cost community service initiative for five months, Victoria Police identified the HUMMER as ideal for policing duties throughout Victoria due to their bold exterior look and functional capability.
“We sincerely thank HUMMER for their generosity in donating five HUMMERS to Victoria Police over a five month period” Inspector Paul Ross said.
For all the details- http://www.the4wdzone.com/policehummernews.htm
Provided as part of a no-cost community service initiative for five months, Victoria Police identified the HUMMER as ideal for policing duties throughout Victoria due to their bold exterior look and functional capability.
“We sincerely thank HUMMER for their generosity in donating five HUMMERS to Victoria Police over a five month period” Inspector Paul Ross said.
For all the details- http://www.the4wdzone.com/policehummernews.htm
Powerful new engines, revolutionary interior technologies and enhanced driving dynamics reinforce the position of the Range Rover Vogue 10MY as Land Rover's most complete luxury 4x4. Land Rover's flagship has been comprehensively updated to deliver more refined and efficient performance, along with the ultimate in interior comfort and craftsmanship.For all the details- http://www.the4wdzone.com/10MYRRVoguenews.htm
Unrivalled performance & dynamics from Range Rover Sport 10MY
The Range Rover Sport reaffirms its status as the most exciting and dynamic member of the Land Rover range with a comprehensive package of engineering and design changes for the 2010 model year. The vehicle's stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the skin, which includes three powerful and efficient new engines, enhanced levels of interior craftsmanship and refinement, and significant improvements to both on-road and off-road driving dynamics.
For all the details- http://www.the4wdzone.com/10MYRRSnews.htm
Land Rover Releases the new Discovery 4
The new, fourth generation of Land Rover's supremely versatile seven-seat vehicle gains a new name, Discovery 4, to go with its powerful and highly efficient new TDV6 diesel engine, fresh exterior identity and more premium cabin. The model's class-leading breadth of capability is extended even further with dynamic improvements, for both on-road and off-road driving, and the addition of user-friendly new technologies and features.
For all the details visit- http://www.the4wdzone.com/discovery4news.htm
Thursday, March 26, 2009
Are 4wd's in the city really that bad? Or should people just harden up?
After spending considerable time reading a blog from a news site where people were asked the question "Do 4WDs get a bad rap or are they a menace that should be kept off-road?", yet everyone takes these findings as gospel and the whole study was based on a test group of a mere 16 people, of which 11.5 of them (72%) were found to be agressive etc. Im sure if i hand selected my test group I could find a test group of lawn bowlers and find 72% of them agressive drivers. Does this mean that engaging in the sport of lawn bowls makes you an agressive driver? I doubt it.
People need to remove their head from their anus and view reality for a while. I dont doubt that agressive drivers drive 4wd's, but they drive cars, motorbikes, trucks, buses, ferrys and trains aswell. Should we ban all of them and just walk to work? 4wd's aren't what is dangerous, its the person behind the wheel, this applies to any form of motor vehicle transport, especially cars. Just because a car isn't as big no one cars as much, its only a small car it wont do as much damage.
Shouldnt we be focusing on educating all drivers to drive safely and in consideration for other road users? It makes sense to me, alot more sense than blaming a minority, after all, of all the vehicles on the road 4wd's only make up a very small percentage. In the month of December 2008, the RTA records a total of 15449 passenger cars newly registered onto NSW roads, yet only 2094 4wd's were newly registered in NSW that month. In November it was 13732 cars and 1798 4wd's. So, there are a hell of a lot more cars both already on the road and being added to the road than 4wd's. Yet its the 4wd's who always get the blame.
Now, back to the question at hand. Are 4wd's a menace? No i dont think they are, to simply lump 4wd owners into this category based on what they drive isn't overly fair. This news site mentions a study which was conducted revealing that "drivers went faster and braked harder in a 4WD and that special skills were needed to drive the vehicles through suburbia". Some people lack these skills regardless of what they drive. Fair enough driving a 4wd gives them the ability to potentially do more damage, but should all 4wd's be banned from city streets because some of their owners cant drive? A larger percentage of vehicle owners in general lack the skills required to handle a vehicle safely in suburbia and I know from my experience i am cut off or bothered on the road by car drivers alot more frequently than i am 4wders, in fact in over 10yrs of driving i think i could count on 1 hand the number of times a 4wd owner has done something wrong around me on the road. The majority of 4wd owners appreciate that their vehicle is larger and are more mindful off the car driving road users.
I really think that the minority of people who actually care enough to hack on 4wders need to find a hobby and get a life. We have a right to buy and drive our 4wd's on any road in australia. Or is it because they are jealous that they will never see the parts of Australia that we get to see in our 4wd's. Honestly, just get over it, and if you are going to sprout bullshit about 4wd's at least get your facts straight. One of the higher selling 4wd's on the market, the toyota Prado is extremely similar in size to a holden commodore station wagon, it just sits slightly higher above the ground.
This news blog can be found at- http://blogs.news.com.au/news/yoursay/index.php/news/comments/4wd_menace1/
Have a read of some of the comments yourself.
What are your thoughts?
People need to remove their head from their anus and view reality for a while. I dont doubt that agressive drivers drive 4wd's, but they drive cars, motorbikes, trucks, buses, ferrys and trains aswell. Should we ban all of them and just walk to work? 4wd's aren't what is dangerous, its the person behind the wheel, this applies to any form of motor vehicle transport, especially cars. Just because a car isn't as big no one cars as much, its only a small car it wont do as much damage.
Shouldnt we be focusing on educating all drivers to drive safely and in consideration for other road users? It makes sense to me, alot more sense than blaming a minority, after all, of all the vehicles on the road 4wd's only make up a very small percentage. In the month of December 2008, the RTA records a total of 15449 passenger cars newly registered onto NSW roads, yet only 2094 4wd's were newly registered in NSW that month. In November it was 13732 cars and 1798 4wd's. So, there are a hell of a lot more cars both already on the road and being added to the road than 4wd's. Yet its the 4wd's who always get the blame.
Now, back to the question at hand. Are 4wd's a menace? No i dont think they are, to simply lump 4wd owners into this category based on what they drive isn't overly fair. This news site mentions a study which was conducted revealing that "drivers went faster and braked harder in a 4WD and that special skills were needed to drive the vehicles through suburbia". Some people lack these skills regardless of what they drive. Fair enough driving a 4wd gives them the ability to potentially do more damage, but should all 4wd's be banned from city streets because some of their owners cant drive? A larger percentage of vehicle owners in general lack the skills required to handle a vehicle safely in suburbia and I know from my experience i am cut off or bothered on the road by car drivers alot more frequently than i am 4wders, in fact in over 10yrs of driving i think i could count on 1 hand the number of times a 4wd owner has done something wrong around me on the road. The majority of 4wd owners appreciate that their vehicle is larger and are more mindful off the car driving road users.
I really think that the minority of people who actually care enough to hack on 4wders need to find a hobby and get a life. We have a right to buy and drive our 4wd's on any road in australia. Or is it because they are jealous that they will never see the parts of Australia that we get to see in our 4wd's. Honestly, just get over it, and if you are going to sprout bullshit about 4wd's at least get your facts straight. One of the higher selling 4wd's on the market, the toyota Prado is extremely similar in size to a holden commodore station wagon, it just sits slightly higher above the ground.
This news blog can be found at- http://blogs.news.com.au/news/yoursay/index.php/news/comments/4wd_menace1/
Have a read of some of the comments yourself.
What are your thoughts?
New Range Rover Sport Body Kit Option
The Stormer Kit introduces a bolder, more aggressive, personalised look for the Range Rover Sport, and it is now available in Australia on 09MY vehicles.The Kit draws its aggressive styling lines from the 2004 Range Stormer Concept Car, ensuring a distinctive design that enhances the appeal of the Range Rover Sport.
The Stormer Kit is an exclusive, limited edition, factory fitted option available only on the Range Rover Sport TDV8 or Supercharged models. It is available in a choice of three colours.
For full details- http://www.the4wdzone.com/rrsstormerbodykit.htm
New Mahindra Pickup Goes On Sale
Mahindra Automotive Australia (MAA) today announced a first ever sale on its entire range of vehicles in an end of model run out. Sensational deals are being offered by dealers across Victoria, New South Wales and Queensland on all 4x2, 4x4, cab chassis, single or dual cab Mahindra Pik-Up variants, with prices starting at $16,990 plus on-road costs.For all the details and a detailed list on the model variants and prices- http://www.the4wdzone.com/mahindragoesonsalenews.htm
Land Rover Confirms Grant Offer to Build New Model
The UK Government has confirmed a grant offer of up to £27 million is to be made available to Land Rover for the production of an all-new car. The company is due to make a final decision on the go-ahead of the project at its award-winning plant in Halewood, on Merseyside, later this year.
For full details http://www.the4wdzone.com/lrnewmodelgrant.htm
Easter Long Weekend Day trip- Sunday the 12th
Hi all, The 4wd Zone is organising a day trip around the Lake Lyall/Mt Walker area near lithgow on Sunday the 12th of april. The tracks are easy to medium, with some harder sections to play on that are optional. All you need is a sense of adventure, a good sense of humour, a snatch strap and two shackles and lunch etc for the day.
We are meeting opposite the Wallerawang Turn off on the Great Western Highway approx 12km west of Lithgow at 9am.
If you are keen to come, post here and so we know how many to wait for.
We are meeting opposite the Wallerawang Turn off on the Great Western Highway approx 12km west of Lithgow at 9am.
If you are keen to come, post here and so we know how many to wait for.
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