If Christmas has crept up on you and you’re still trying to work out what to buy your dad, you’re not alone. 

And if he’s the kind of fella like a lot of the dad’s here at 4X4 Australia he already owns all the recovery gear, the camping kit and more torches than anyone needs. That’s where we reckon a 12-month 4X4 Australia magazine subscription is just the gift for him. It’s a gift that fits perfectly with how so many 4×4-loving dads actually spend their time –  reading through a magazine with a coffee before a trip, flicking through pages at camp while the billy boils, or planning the next touring route from the comfort of the caravan.

Subscribe to 4X4 Australia magazine!

Unlike a one-off gift, a subscription keeps turning up month after month, delivering fresh ideas, reviews and comparisons, new destinations and practical advice long after Christmas Day has passed.

At the newsagent, 4X4 Australia retails at $12.99 an issue, which adds up to $156 across 12 issues. A 12-month subscription costs just $109, delivered straight to the door. It’s better value and far more convenient, especially when time is running out before Christmas. And heading into 2026, there’s never been a better time to be a 4X4 Australia reader.

Over the next year we’ll be sharing even more epic Australian touring stories, exploring the tracks, camps and destinations that make this country so special to travel by four-wheel drive. Whether your dad prefers remote outback touring, coastal escapes or relaxed campervan adventures, the stories are about real trips and real experiences he can actually picture himself doing.

We’ll also be stepping up our gear testing, helping readers choose the right suspension, tyres, touring accessories and camping gear for their setup. Whether that’s a dual-cab ute, a wagon or a camper in tow.

And for the dads who love their vehicles, 2026 will deliver more head-to-head 4×4 comparisons than ever before, offering clear, real-world insights to help make smarter buying decisions.

A 4X4 Australia subscription isn’t just something to read once and put aside. It’s inspiration for the next trip, the next camp and the next great Australian adventure. If you’re stuck for a last-minute Christmas gift this year, this is one that your dad will genuinely enjoy while he’s parked up at camp or dreaming about where the next trip might take him.

Subscribe to 4X4 Australia magazine!