Ellen Dewar

Ellen has been snapping cars for more than 25 years, and is the head of Wheels Media's photography department.

Blue Land Rover Defender driving through muddy water in a forest, splashing as it passes.
Reviews

Land Rover Defender 110 X-Dynamic SE P425 review: Supercharged V8 power

A supercharged V8 engine gives the Defender a performance boost, and we had to check it out for ourselves

Custom 4x4s

Off-road in Arctic Trucks’ AT35 D-MAX and AT37 Prado

Iceland’s extreme-terrain specialist Arctic Trucks has arrived in Australia with road-legal, big-tyre conversions for the D-MAX and Prado. We put both to the test off-road

Reviews

Toyota Tundra Platinum review: Does Toyota’s big ute cut it off-road?

Toyota’s range-topping Tundra Platinum combines vast interior space, premium appointments and a punchy hybrid powertrain in one imposing full-size pick-up

Close-up front-right view of a silver Isuzu pickup in a parking lot, with a white SUV in the background on a wet, muddy surface under a cloudy sky.
News

Arctic Trucks has arrived in Australia

Arctic Trucks has officially landed in Australia, with Marks 4WD set to offer its first locally converted vehicles

Gear

2026 Toyota HiLux build: Projecta 12V power system

A clever auxiliary 12V power system from Projecta powers up our HiLux when we’re off the grid

Beige off-road SUV angled on a dirt trail in a wooded area, large tires and roof rack visible.
Custom 4x4s

Razed Products transforms Lexus GX550 into a serious 4x4 tourer

A kitted-out Lexus GX550 adds luxury, performance and capability to Toyota’s 250 Series platform

4x4 Comparisons

Toyota HiLux vs Nissan Navara: Can the new Navara topple Australia’s perennial favourite?

Nissan has thrown everything at its latest dual-cab, but the HiLux’s decades-long reputation won’t be easy to overcome

Gear

2026 Toyota HiLux build: DWC Sentinel alloy wheels fitted

Dual-purpose DWC Sentinel alloys are the latest addition to our 2026 Toyota HiLux build

Gear

2026 Toyota HiLux build: Radar Renegade RT+ tyre upgrade

Replacing the stock tyres on our HiLux with off-road-ready rubber from Radar Tyres

Gear

2026 Toyota HiLux build: MSA 4x4 towing mirrors

A favourite upgrade across our builds is MSA 4x4’s full-replacement towing mirror

Gear

2026 Toyota HiLux build: MSA 4x4 storage transforms the tub

MSA 4x4 drawers and battery boxes turn our HiLux tub into a smarter, more practical touring setup

Gear

2026 Toyota HiLux build: Ironman 4x4 canopy and roof rack installed

Our 2026 Toyota HiLux build gains secure tub storage and extra roof-carrying capacity thanks to Ironman 4x4

Reviews

GWM Tank 300 PHEV review: Is this Australia's best-value off-road hybrid?

Top-of-the-range Tank 300 PHEV delivers a competent package and a compelling argument for GWM’s hybrid product

Custom 4x4s

Ford Ranger Raptor with 74Weld portal axles tested off-road

Ultimate Offroad takes the Ranger Raptor to new heights with a 74Weld portal axle conversion that adds serious clearance without sacrificing its factory suspension smarts

Gear

Expedition HQ X-Spec shower system review: Real-world test in the INEOS Grenadier

Fresh water and showers on the go with the X-Spec system from Expedition HQ

Gear

ARB front-end upgrade for our 2026 HiLux build

Our 2026 HiLux gets its first major upgrade with an ARB bull bar, winch, lighting and underbody protection package

4x4 Comparisons

Prado GX vs Altitude: Is the flagship worth the extra money?

Is the Prado Altitude worth the premium, or does the GX make more sense as a smarter base for building a proper 4x4?

Custom 4x4s

V8 to the limit: A hardcore 79 Series on 37s

This LandCruiser rides tall, but every inch is fully legal, thanks to an approved lift and tyre package engineered for compliance

Gear

Six-month update: The real-world verdict on the 70 Series Store upgrades

Tilpa to Fraser Island in our project 79 Series. Here's how the 70 Series Store upgrades held up

Reviews

2026 Ford F-150 Lariat SWB off-road review

Ford’s updated F-150 Lariat shows how a full-size pick-up can balance big towing capability with genuine everyday comfort

Custom 4x4s

Jeep Gladiator Rubicon built to tackle any adventure

Gladiator transformed into a highly capable tourer with serious off-road weaponry

Custom 4x4s

Showcase build: Ineos Grenadier Quartermaster by Trig Point

When a growing family meant that Murray Brooks needed a second row of seats in his 4x4, he took a chance with the Quartermaster

4x4 Comparisons

Budget battle: KGM Musso Ultimate vs MG U9 Explore Pro

These well-equipped utes might not be at the top of every buyer’s shopping list, but for around $60K, they're well worth a look

Custom 4x4s

From factory to touring weapon: This Prado 250 Series is a serious build

Clever design and manufacturing takes this Prado 250 to the height of touring functionality and ability