Tristan Tancredi

Digital Editor

Tristan Tancredi

When he’s not obsessing over sport - Aussie Rules and NBA the two biggest culprits – Tristan loves getting out and about, whether it’s around Australia or further abroad. Exploring new places and finding hidden treasures are right up 4X4 Australia’s alley, so writing about places a four-wheel drive will take you, and the gear you’ll need to get you there, seems a natural fit.

News

Offline Campers expands manufacturing footprint at former Holden site

Offline Campers has expanded its manufacturing base at the former Holden site in Adelaide’s north, quadrupling its floor space

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Special-edition Jimny Rhino charges into Australia

The Suzuki Jimny Rhino has charged into Australia as a limited-run special edition

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Chery confirms name for diesel PHEV ute after public vote

A Victorian just won the keys to the first one off the line. Here's the name he came up with

Gear

Bluetti FridgePower review: Keeping fridges running for days

A purpose-built backup system made for household fridges but doubles up for remote touring use, with extended off-grid runtime

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New research shows $100K 4x4s are spending more time in school zones than the bush

Club 4x4 research suggests Australians still dream of big road trips, but rising fuel prices and cost-of-living pressures are keeping many 4x4s in suburbia

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Rhino-Rack launches new Low Profile Roof Top Tent

The new 69kg hard-shell tent integrates accessory channels and a quick release mounting system compatible with existing Rhino-Rack setups

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Toyota recalls more than 13,000 Prado variants 

More than 13,000 Prados have been recalled in Australia due to a software issue

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VFACTS: Diesel and petrol sales decline as electrified vehicles surge in May

EVs hit a record 20-per-cent share of new vehicle sales in May as electrified models continue to surge across the market

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VFACTS: Ford Ranger continues dominance as Australia’s top-selling 4x4

The Ford Ranger once again led Australia’s 4x4 market in May, holding off the new HiLux

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Jeep turns back time with Wrangler Rewind limited edition

Jeep Australia has revealed the Wrangler Rewind, a 50-unit limited edition model that looks like it time-travelled out of an 80s arcade game

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Toyota HiLux BEV gets five-star ANCAP safety rating

Battery-electric HiLux has earned a five-star ANCAP safety rating after additional crash testing confirmed parity with diesel variants

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GM reveals GMC HUMMER X pick-up and SUV concepts

General Motors unveils a pair of modular electric off-roader concepts built as a testbed for technology and design

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Isuzu MU-X buyers offered three years free scheduled servicing in limited-time deal

Isuzu is offering three years of free scheduled servicing on new MU-X models to help ease financial pressure on buyers

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Mitsubishi Pajero nameplate to return after five-year hiatus

Mitsubishi has confirmed the Pajero nameplate will return, set for a global reveal at a world premiere later this year

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Denza B5 and B8 receive free OTA update, improving towing and off-road capability

Denza has rolled out a free OTA update for the B5 and B8 in Australia, adding towing and off-road upgrades

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Jimny Rhino edition teased by Suzuki Australia

Tongue-in-cheek "spy" shots tease a Jimny with Rhino branding

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Automotive legend Allan Gray inducted into Australian Auto Aftermarket Hall of Fame

The 92-year-old LandCruiser legend has been recognised for a career spanning nearly eight decades in Australia's aftermarket industry

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GWM Tank 500 Hi4-T PHEV gets Aussie tuning update

The Tank 500 Hi4-T PHEV has been updated with Australia-specific suspension and steering tuning

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Toyota to offer factory HiLux GVM upgrade in Australia

Factory-fitted upgrade boosts HiLux payload by up to 435kg while retaining full warranty

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Ranger PHEV update coming later this year, set to undercut the BYD Shark on price

2026 Ford Ranger PHEV slated for Q3 arrival with a new entry-level XL variant priced to take on the BYD Shark

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Ram adds entry-level Express Black Edition to 1500 range

Ram's new MY26 1500 Express Black Edition brings the Hurricane inline-six to a lower price point, landing in Australian showrooms from June 2026

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Mitsubishi locks in pricing for Triton Raider

Pricing confirmed for Mitsubishi's new range-topping Triton Raider, arriving in Australian dealerships from June 2026

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Key specs confirmed for Australia-bound Freelander 8

Chinese filings reveal full specs for the Chery-JLR Freelander 8, a large six-seat SUV targeting Australia in 2027

Advice

5 essential sand driving tips every 4x4 driver needs to know

The beach and the desert will humble you fast. Here's how to stay safe on sand