Lovells is a long standing supporter of the Outback Car Trek, which raises funds for the Royal Flying Doctor Service

Lovells Automotive Systems has reaffirmed its support of the Royal Flying Doctor Service’s (RFDS) largest and most complex fundraising events, the Outback Car Trek and the Drive 4×4 The Doc, with the supply and fitment of its locally designed and engineered Gross Vehicle Mass (GVM) upgrades for the RFDS owned Toyota Land Cruiser 300 Series event support and reconnaissance vehicle.
Since its inception in 1990, the Outback Car Trek alone has raised over $36 million for the Royal Flying Doctor Service.
Over the past 10 years, Lovells has supported the cause with upgrades, including enhancing two previous Land Cruisers.
The latest Land Cruiser model features Lovells’ Land Cruiser specific 3,805kg GVM upgrade, which includes comprehensive shock absorber and spring improvements for better durability and performance.
“The ongoing support of Lovells Group is crucial to the success of these events now and into the future,” Outback Car Trek Chief Excitement Officer, Bill Patrick, said.
“When you are responsible for pre-planning, event support and recovery operation for over 75 vehicles more than 30 years old – some with unknown offroad capabilities – the additional carrying abilities and offroad composure is key to keeping an event on track.”
The Royal Flying Doctor Service provides essential healthcare and emergency services across Australia, flying over 27 million kilometres annually and handling 775 patient contacts daily.
With 67 aircraft in operation, they rely on donations to deliver life-saving support to remote communities.
Events like the Outback Car Trek and Drive 4×4 The Doc raise funds through charity events, where participants raise at least $1,000 to take part in multi-day journeys, supporting the Flying Doctor’s vital services.
“For the past 30-years, our outback vehicle treks have been a significant contributor to keep this vital service in the air,” Royal Flying Doctor Service Executive General Manager of Corporate Affairs and Fundraising, Annabey Whitehead, said.
“The continued support of Lovells means that the Outback Car Trek team can plan and execute these events with confidence that their vehicle has the capabilities to get to the finish and return all participants home.”
Designed to enhance a vehicle’s handling, comfort, load carrying abilities and durability under demanding conditions, Lovells’ 3,805kg GVM upgrade for the Land Cruiser 300 Series includes the installation of heavy-duty springs and shock absorbers, providing greater stability and improved ride quality, particularly when carrying heavy loads or navigating rough terrain.
“Lovells’ support of the Outback Car Trek and Drive 4×4 The Doc are the ideal events to support a great cause and highlight the capabilities of our locally designed LandCruiser upgrades,” Lovells Group Marketing Manager, Dan Hughes, said.
The 2025 Outback Car Trek and Drive 4×4 The Doc will be held during the months of May/June and November 2025. To learn more about either event, visit www.outbackcartrek.com.au and www.drive4x4thedoc.com.au

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