Matt Raudonikis

4X4 Australia Editor

Matt is a 30-year veteran of the auto industry spending the last seven as 4x4 Australia editor. As a result, he has been pigeonholed in to the 4x4/off-road arena but he’s into anything with an internal combustion engine and wheels, or no wheels. He has been writing about cars since 1990 and video reviewing them for seven years.

Advice

Smarter ways to save fuel when travelling

Essential tips to make every litre go further on your journey

Reviews

2026 Ford Ranger Super Duty tested off-road with almost a tonne in the tray

We load up a Ford Ranger Super Duty with a tonne on the back and hit the trails to see how it hauls off-road

Opinion

The V8 in Australia: A changing of the guard?

With hybrids and EVs stepping in, the V8 is on life support – but it isn’t gone just yet

Gear

Stage 1 HP-F upgrade transforms our LandCruiser 79 build

Loaded for touring, Toyota’s V8 LandCruiser can struggle on the highway. We fit a Stage 1 upgrade to improve torque, drivability and top-gear cruising

News

2026 Nissan Navara: Pricing and updated range revealed

Nissan has locked in pricing and specifications for the new D27 Navara, launching in March with a four-model, 4x4-only double-cab line-up

4x4 Comparisons

Toyota Prado GX vs Ford Everest Trend: Base model off-road comparison

Two popular entry-level 4x4 wagons, tested for real-world off-road touring. Brought to you by Club 4x4 Insurance.

News

INEOS Grenadier updated for 2026; Black Edition added to line-up

Grenadier gets revised steering, improved climate control, a limited-run Black Edition, and an expanded accessory range

Custom 4x4s

Shop Truck: Rugged USA Imports’ mega Silverado 2500

Built big and built right, Rugged USA Imports’ Silverado 2500 shows what’s possible with the best of the US aftermarket

Opinion

Can the HiLux finally dethrone the Ranger at the top of the sales charts in 2026?

Toyota may have played it safe by sticking to a winning formula, but can the HiLux finally topple the Ranger in 2026?

News

Ford reigns supreme in 2025 4x4 sales

Ford Ranger tops Australia’s sales for a third straight year in 2025, outpacing Toyota HiLux to remain the nation’s best-selling 4x4.

Custom 4x4s

This Tundra by Rugged USA Imports is built for Aussie touring

Rugged USA Imports turns Toyota’s Tundra into a thoughtfully built tourer, showcasing premium US suspension, lighting and hardware now readily available off the shelf in Australia

Reviews

2026 Foton Tunland V7 and V9 review: Budget-friendly utes return to Australia

Foton is back, with an all-new Tunland ute that comes in two distinct variants. We sampled the Tunland V7 and V9 4x4 models

Reviews

2025 Mercedes-Benz G450d off-road review

A diesel powertrain adds practicality to Mercedes-Benz Australia’s G-Class line-up

Reviews

2026 Toyota HiLux Review: Australian launch drive

Tough, simple and capable – the 2026 HiLux sticks to what works

News

2026 Toyota HiLux unpacked: Everything you need to know

Revised models, streamlined powertrains and a look at upcoming alternative-fuel options

Opinion

They rule the sales charts, but dual-cab utes are loaded with compromises

Popular for a reason, but the reality of life in a dual-cab ute is full of trade-offs

4x4 Ute of the Year

2025 4x4 Ute of the Year contender: GWM Cannon Alpha PHEV

Packing serious punch and a feature-rich cabin, the Cannon Alpha PHEV proves it can hold its own against established 4x4s

4x4 Ute of the Year

2025 4x4 Ute of the Year contender: Mitsubishi Triton GSR

The Triton GSR proves midsize utes can be fun and ready for anything

4x4 Ute of the Year

KGM Musso Ultimate: 2025’s Best 4x4 Ute Under $60K

You don’t need big money to get a well-equipped, comfy, hard-working 4x4 ute

4x4 Ute of the Year

2025 4x4 Ute of the Year contender: Isuzu D-MAX X-Terrain

The D-MAX sticks to what works – a simple, tough driveline and honest capability that keeps it a favourite among buyers

4x4 Ute of the Year

2025 4x4 Ute of the Year contender: BYD Shark

A bold first impression, but the Shark falls short as a true off-road or towing ute

4x4 Ute of the Year

2025 4x4 Ute of the Year contender: Mazda BT-50 GT

The Mazda BT-50 GT proves you can have D-MAX guts with a bit more style and attitude

4x4 Ute of the Year

2025 4x4 Ute of the Year contender: LDV Terron9 Origin

Looks good on paper, but confusing controls and sluggish 4x4 leaves the LDV trailing the competition

4x4 Ute of the Year

REDARC powers our 2025 4x4 Ute of the Year with new REDWorks platform

REDARC brings its Aussie-made REDWorks power panels to 4x4 Ute of the Year