Away in a Ranger – RACQ

The Rangerettes might sound like Marvel action heroes, but these off-roading Aussie women are as grounded as they come. Jane Cartwright, founder of the Rangerettes, and her Ford Ranger. Brisbane-based Jane Cartwright is founder of Ford Rangerettes Official which, with more than 4,400 members Australia-wide, is Australia’s largest female-only make-specific 4×4 and adventure community. Established in 2018, the Rangerettes grew out of Jane’s desire to see women better represented in the online 4×4 space, particularly around new vehicle purchases and modifications. “Women were often hesitant to ask questions or get involved,” Jane said. “I wanted to create a supportive, inclusive, no-judgment community where women could learn, share experiences, travel together, and enjoy their Ford 4x4s with confidence.” The Club is open to owners of Ford Ranger and Everest vehicles as well as other Ford 4x4s including Raptors, F-150s and the new Super Duty. Jane describes it as a collective that’s welcoming and inclusive, and says many members give their vehicle a nickname to help differentiate similar models at social events. “All of my Rangers get called MS JANE as my number plates follow me across to each new build,” said Jane, who has now owned five of the best-selling Ford
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