On the Road Driving Articleshttps://www.exploroz.com/on_the_road/drivingQuickly browse your way through all ExplorOz Articles, related to on the road Drivingen-auCopyright 2001 - 2024 I.T. Beyond Pty Ltd1440https://cdn.exploroz.com/exploroz/images/logo.pngExplorOz Logohttps://www.exploroz.com/on_the_road/driving4WD Driving Skills & Ruleshttps://www.exploroz.com/ontheroad/skills/4wdskills.aspxhttps://www.exploroz.com/ontheroad/skills/4wdskills.aspx<a href="https://www.exploroz.com/ontheroad/skills/4wdskills.aspx"><img src="//cdn.exploroz.com/images/Pages/127__TN100F.jpg" border="0" align="left" hspace="5" /></a>4WD vehicles are designed to drive through obstacles that conventional (2WD) vehicles would not be able to overcome. Many places in the Australian bush are not negotiable without a 4WD however simply owning such a vehicle does not mean that you can drive it safely. Driving a 4WD vehicle requires a fair degree of understanding about the mechanics of the transmission and the effects that water and dust (common occurrences on offroad tracks) may have upon your safe progress. Every owner of a 4WD vehicle should check these essential skills and practise them before going offroad.Mon, 26 Jun 2023 03:12:00 GMTDriver Fatiguehttps://www.exploroz.com/ontheroad/driver_fatigue.aspxhttps://www.exploroz.com/ontheroad/driver_fatigue.aspx<a href="https://www.exploroz.com/ontheroad/driver_fatigue.aspx"><img src="//cdn.exploroz.com/images/Pages/207897__TN100F.jpg" border="0" align="left" hspace="5" /></a>This article provides the facts on why driver fatigue causes accidents, tips for how you can recognise the signs of driver fatigue, and advice for how to use power-naps to help reduce driver fatigue.Tue, 21 May 2013 03:32:00 GMTDriver Fatiguehttps://www.exploroz.com/ontheroad/camping/driverfatigue.aspxhttps://www.exploroz.com/ontheroad/camping/driverfatigue.aspx<a href="https://www.exploroz.com/ontheroad/camping/driverfatigue.aspx"><img src="//cdn.exploroz.com/images/Pages/210040__TN100F.jpg" border="0" align="left" hspace="5" /></a>Some drivers put unrealistic expectations on the daily distances they plan to travel, however this can lead to driving tired and putting yourself and others on the road at great risk. This article includes some practical tips to help you avoid driver fatigue, help you to recognise the early signs of fatigue, and looks at the evidence for using power naps to help overcome fatigue.Thu, 03 Apr 2014 05:48:00 GMTDriver Traininghttps://www.exploroz.com/ontheroad/skills/drivertraining.aspxhttps://www.exploroz.com/ontheroad/skills/drivertraining.aspx<a href="https://www.exploroz.com/ontheroad/skills/drivertraining.aspx"><img src="//cdn.exploroz.com/images/Pages/1067__TN100F.jpg" border="0" align="left" hspace="5" /></a>A lot of new four wheel drivers have instantly recognised the need for the acquisition of new skills in the use of their four wheel drive. These people need little convincing that some form of Driver Training will be a great asset. This article discusses everything about Driver Training courses - if you need it, where to get it etc.Michelle MartinMon, 26 Aug 2013 01:16:00 GMTP-Bays and Rest Areashttps://www.exploroz.com/ontheroad/camping/restareas.aspxhttps://www.exploroz.com/ontheroad/camping/restareas.aspx<a href="https://www.exploroz.com/ontheroad/camping/restareas.aspx"><img src="//cdn.exploroz.com/images/Pages/125212__TN100F.jpg" border="0" align="left" hspace="5" /></a>Driving on Australia's lonely long roads, it is important to take frequent stops to avoid driver fatigue. Fortunately, most major roads have a system of P-bays but not all rest areas offer the same services, particularly with regards to overnight camping restrictions. This article highlights how to make the most of rest areas and provides tips for those that seek out places to stop overnight for free camping. We include instructions to allow you to get the GPS positions from ExplorOz for all rest areas, including the 24 hour rest areas, where you can free camp.Fri, 05 Sep 2014 09:05:00 GMTQuarantine Regulations & Checkpointshttps://www.exploroz.com/ontheroad/quarantine.aspxhttps://www.exploroz.com/ontheroad/quarantine.aspx<a href="https://www.exploroz.com/ontheroad/quarantine.aspx"><img src="//cdn.exploroz.com/images/Pages/212649__TN100F.png" border="0" align="left" hspace="5" /></a>Regulations and restrictions are in place throughout Australia relating to the transporting of fruit, fruit boxes, honey, vegetables and so on across state borders. Many people are unaware of these restrictions and are disappointed to have to place fresh produce in disposal bins at checkpoints. ExplorOz TeamThu, 12 May 2016 07:11:00 GMT