Dex Fulton

Contributor – 4X4 Australia

Dex Fulton can be found in, under or, weirdly, on top of some sort of motor vehicle. After having too much common sense to pursue a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Dex fell into 4WD journalism 15-ish years back. Some say he peaked early. They’re yet to be proven wrong.

Opinion

4x4s we'd buy, and how we'd modify them: Nissan Y62 Patrol

A tough, V8-powered touring rig, the Patrol Y62 still earns its place in 2025

4x4 Comparisons

Nissan Patrol Warrior versus Toyota Prado Altitude

Two off-road big dogs go head-to-head

Opinion

4x4s we’d buy, and how we'd modify them: Ford Everest

A well-balanced, well-equipped wagon that’s ready for touring straight from the showroom

Opinion

4x4s we'd buy, and how we'd modify them: Isuzu MU-X

Pairing a tough 3.0L diesel with real-world comfort and capability

Opinion

4x4s we'd buy, and how we'd modify them: Toyota LandCruiser 300 Series

Skip the GR Sport. Build a better, tougher tourer from the base GX and pocket the difference

Reviews

Saving the best 'til last: 2025 Nissan Patrol Warrior review

After nearly 15 years on Aussie shores, does the final version of the V8 Y62 still hold up?

Reviews

Value off-roader: 2025 GWM Tank 300 Ultra turbo-diesel review

The Tank 300 offers great bang-for-buck, but is it actually any good off-road?

Opinion

4x4s we'd buy, and how we'd modify them: Mitsubishi Pajero Sport

The Pajero Sport is a sleeper hit – Japanese-built, reliable and off-road-ready

Opinion

4x4s we'd buy, and how we'd modify them: Mazda BT-50

The under-appreciated BT-50 is a great base from which to build a capable tourer

Reviews

Better than a Ranger? 2025 Ford Everest Sport 3.0L V6 review

The Everest is better on-road than the Ranger, so why aren’t more people buying it?

Custom 4x4s

This BT-75 six-wheeler is a BT-50 on steroids!

Just like a regular BT-50 … but with 33 per cent more of everything

News

2025 LDV D90 price and specs: the most affordable 7-seater?

The most affordable 7-seater in Australia? LDV D90 gets an update

News

GMSV releases Chevrolet Silverado factory accessories range

GMSV accessories released for flagship Silverado, allowing customers to personalise their utes with the mods to be fully covered under the factory warranty.

News

2025 Toyota Tundra Price & Specifications

Everything you need to know about the latest full-size workhorse to hit our shores

Gear

Camping fridge comparison: Chest vs upright vs drawer

Chest, upright or drawer fridge? How to make the right choice for your needs

Custom 4x4s

BT-50 built on a budget

Balling on a budget with a black BT-50

Custom 4x4s

Modified to the MAX: Custom D-MAX build!

A bit of trimming and a little lift… and 35s fit under this trick late-model D-MAX without any dramas

Custom 4x4s

BT-50 built to handle all conditions

From daily duties to remote touring, this grey BT is built to take it all

Gear

How to swap a BMW M57 engine into a 4x4

You wanna swap one of the best diesel engines ever built into your rig? Here’s everything you need to know…

Custom 4x4s

105 Series LandCruiser gets BMW M57 engine transplant

When it comes to first 4x4s, few are as nice as this BMW-powered LandCruiser

Custom 4x4s

One-off Jeep J20 with an LS3, 37s and linked suspension

Why? Because life is too short to drive a Camry

Custom 4x4s

Unassuming 80 Series LandCruiser is anything but ordinary

It may look like a fairly standard 80 Series, but dive a little deeper and you’ll find a monster below the surface

Explore NSW

Touring the famous Bridle Track in NSW

From beginner to expert, there’s something for everyone on the Bridle Track

Custom 4x4s

Single-cab HiLux tourer is close to flawless

Unlike a lot of builds, Dylan has taken his time on his HiLux and the result is close to perfect