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My conquering cohort

Her husband's adventurous spirit knows no bounds, says Anita Homann. But this time he may have gone too far.

Holey hell!

Roads are in a dilapidated condition throughout large parts of our country, but they're not much better at some popular campsites either, says Leon Botha.

All aboard!

What could be better than touring with a van full of friends or family members? Here's the bus you need.

Donkey years

There's no reason why his workhorse can't reach the million-kilometer mark, says Lou Toerien from Kempton Park about this 17-year-old Toyota Corolla.

Even better Brezza

The Brezza is enormously popular in India and has gained many South African fans in the past year, but can it still compete with his opponents?

Bespoke vellies

Landie enthusiasts are ecstatic about the extended-body version of the Land Rover Defender, says Cyril Klopper.

Moving on up

The recent kykNET Buite Expo in Limpopo proved that our caravan industry is going from strength to strength.

Pick and chews

Camp, swim, spot game... and catch a fish or two. Bring on the weekend!

Over the hills and far away

The Overberg is known for its rolling hills, covered in golden canola and emerald wheat fields in winter. Most people race through the region along the N2, blissfully ignorant of the lovely dirt roads waiting to be explored.

Relaxing in Rondeberg

Pack up your troubles in your old kit bag, head to Rondeberg, and you'll be smiling all the way. Here, you'll be able to rest for real.

East coast calling

While the rest of the country still clings to their electric blankets, residents of KwaZulu-Natal are already swanning around in their cozzies. We pitch camp in the north and south of the province.

Among the (grumpy) ellies

The Tshugulu 4x4 eco-route isn't widely marketed by the Mapungubwe National Park - actually it's only guests at the Tshugulu Lodge that really have access to it.

Once More, With Attitude

The Raptor is the jewel in the Ford Ranger lineup, and, like its older brothers, it handles a caravan with ease.

Get Amped For The T8

Electric vehicles are becoming all the rage but considering Eskom’s track record, it may be better to rely on hybrid technology for now before we write offfuel.

Roam The Dome

Bring your off-roader and come play on one of the most famous and well-established 4x4 trails in the country – in a World Heritage Site!

Diesel Does It

With his thirsty petrol V6 SUV behind him, Jakkie Coetsee from Randburg couldn’t be happier with his thrifty turbodiesel bakkie.

Take The Bull By The Horns!

We presented the go! Drive & Camp Bull Run again earlier this year in the Northern Cape town Vanwyksvlei – and, as always, it was one big jol.

"Easy" Does It

The group of off-roaders testing their mettle against one of the most extreme challenges every year tackled the infamous Letele Pass in Lesotho this year.

Jewels Along The West Coast

Between the Hardeveld’s wildflowers and an icy Atlantic Ocean – with the Olifants River to the south and the Spoeg River to the north – lies a beautiful coastal region, and you’ll need an off-road vehicle to experience the best of it.

We'll Be Back, Kosi Bay!

Once you’ve visited Kosi Bay, you’ll return again and again.

Secrets In The Soutpansberg

You can relax properly at Tshipise’s hot springs in Limpopo, but if the 4x4 bug unexpectedly bites, there’s a free trail nearby for you to tackle.

Get Cosy At Onverwags

Visit a campsite where the Bushveld enchants, neighbours become friends and children run and play till late.

Destination Unknown

When you’re taking everything with you – including the kitchen sink – you may end up driving forever. Well, you can do just that with the Motorhome-World Discoverer 4.

Mending A Broken Heart

After tragedy struck, Hennie Prinsloo from Pretoria dealt with his trauma by taking on an ambitious project: redesigning the nose of his Mercedes-Benz Geländewagen.

Sweating In Swaziland

Whether it’s one of South Africa’s fiercest 4x4 trails, the Northern Cape’s deep sand, or the rocky riverbeds of Limpopo, the Nissan Patrol forum isn’t scared of a challenge – something they proved again in Swaziland recently.

Lightning Strikes Twice

It doesn’t matter how often you travel, you always need to be prepared for the unexpected. Because the moment you become too complacent is the moment that fate steps in, just like our Drive Out journalist found out.

High Five, Discovery

Drive Out was the first local publication to test drive the new, fifth-generation Land Rover Discovery. Jaco Kirsten gives his impressions.

The Final Word

I would like to give my side of the story regarding Danie Pienaar’s letter “My farm boy heart is not happy” (Drive Out #111).

Drinks And Cars: You Know It's Not Going To Work

After almost 18 years of writing about different kinds of vehicles, I have literally driven thousands, in various conditions. From places like Nürburgring race course in Germany, the Namib Desert, and deep water in Moremi to the biting cold of Iceland (there is a reason they don’t call it “Sunland”). Eventuall you start to know things about vehicles. Not a lot, but at least a bit more than the average guy who goes to buy cigarettes and bread in his slip-slops.

A Canopy With Cool Curves

If you’re struggling to find a proper canopy for a Mitsubishi Triton’s unique load bin, you should do what Charl Carstensen did and build one yourself.