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DARWIN, AUSTRALIA: Rheinmetall, the largest supplier of defence vehicles and a prime contractor to the Australian Defence Force, has expanded its maintenance capability in the Northern Territory and Queensland. Joern Buelter, Rheinmetall Defence Australia General Manager Logistic Vehicles, said the organisation has provided Medium Heavy Capability (MHC) Introduction and Maintenance training in association with partner RGM Maintenance. “Rheinmetall Defence Australia’s training program ensures that RGM’s certification levels are the same as those performed by Australian Army personnel at Robertson Barracks in the Northern Territory on Rheinmetall MAN vehicles across the HX Truck fleet. “The partnership reflects the strong commitment to…

I’m not necessarily shy about peeing outside, but there have been many times when I’ve had to trek a long way off a busy trail for some privacy. Rather than simply squatting behind the nearest tree, I’ve ended up tromping over downed logs and squishy, moss-laden ground to find a spot where no one could see. But the GoFly zipper tech from Gnara claims to solve that problem — or, at least, to make it easier for women. Thanks to a zipper extending from front to back, women can use the bathroom in (relative) privacy without adding another quarter mile…

Support us! GearJunkie may earn a small commission from affiliate links in this article. Learn More The Aston Martin DBX is about to get even better. A new Aston Martin DBX S model takes the 707 and gives it more of what buyers want: more power, less weight, and even less utility. Aston Martin DBX S Ups the 707’s Game When Aston launched the 697-horsepower DBX707, it was a hit — so popular that it pushed the 542-horsepower base model right out of showrooms. So, Aston is heading back to that successful well, grabbing the S badge that it first…

Marks the Dawn of Transition from Full-Rate Production to Lifelong Sustainment Amarillo, TEXAS (April 28, 2025) – Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, and Boeing [NYSE: BA] celebrate the upcoming completion of the CV-22 Program of Record (POR) for the U.S. Air Force. Bell and Boeing commemorated the V-22 Osprey production milestone during a ceremony at the Bell Amarillo Assembly Center on April 18. “Completing the CV-22 production aircraft for the U.S. Air Force is an immense honor and testament to the amazing men and women who have worked to design, engineer, and build these incredible aircraft,”…

The Nodus Duality II is a gorgeous watch, full stop. If you didn’t know much about watches and saw it sitting next to big-name brands in a jewelry case, you’d have a hard time understanding why it costs thousands of dollars less than many leading Swiss brands. Not only does it look good, but it has also a unique, functional internal rotating bezel. And yes, there are reasons for the price difference. I’ll get into those soon. But after a few weeks of wearing the Nodus Duality II as an everyday adventure watch, this timepiece has impressed me with its…

Taurus has just brought back the Model 58, a lightweight .380 ACP pistol with a 15-round capacity..380 ACP has been experiencing a bit of a renaissance recently, and Taurus has responded by bringing back the once-discontinued Model 58. Featuring some minor modernizations and improvements, the compact .380 carry-sized pistol now boasts a larger magazine capacity, an aluminum frame and an ambidextrous safety/decocker that allows for cocked and locked carry.The Taurus 58 features a 4-inch barrel, a DA/SA trigger and a 15-round magazine (two are included). Because the Model 58 is essentially a scaled-down version of the Taurus 92, the 58…

Le Col is a high-end cycling apparel brand that has traditionally made products geared toward road cyclists. London-based Le Col has branched into the growing gravel and adventure-riding market with the launch of its new ARC collection.  Released in the fall of 2024, ARC — Adaptable. Reliable. Capable. — has a full line of men’s and women’s cycling apparel, including tops, bottoms, and accessories intended for venturing off the beaten path. An all-female team designed the collection with the attention to detail and premium materials that Le Col is known for. The ARC collection adds depth to its already extensive…

Anyone who liked Brian Brown’s sleek and tactically-inflected tanto folder, the Trogon, but wanted it in a smaller footprint will be pleased to know that Brown and We have delivered the perfect solution, the Micro Trogon. This is one of those cases where the child is more or less an exact replica of the parent knife, just smaller. The Micro Trogon’s blade is 2.68 inches long – not flamboyantly micro by any means, but significantly smaller than the original model, which touts a 3.2-inch blade. The blade shape is a spear point/tanto crossover, spiced up even further with a compound…

Full Control Over Light and Darkness Since the invention of the world’s first self-illuminating wristwatch in 1989, traser has stood for pioneering spirit and highly functional watch technology. Now, traser once again sets new standards – and introduces not just one but two groundbreaking innovations with the special edition P99 Iris, limited to 300 pieces. The combination of next-generation Super Powered trigalights and a flexibly closable iris diaphragm ensures optimal readability with absolute control. Both Swiss-made solutions are patented and the result of years of development. Permanent light sources allow an ideal time display even in prolonged darkness. While the…

Support us! GearJunkie may earn a small commission from affiliate links in this article. Learn More If you’re looking for an e-bike for commutes, errands, and general fun, the Segway Xafari offers a smooth, long-lasting ride, wherever your day takes you. This versatile city e-bike has a 750W motor with 80Nm torque that can easily tackle steep climbs, while the 936Wh battery and intelligent Battery Management System provide an 88-mile maximum range for plenty of use in between. Dual suspension — 80mm up front and 70mm in the rear — makes bumpy rides a thing of the past, even at…