Tristan Tancredi

Journalist

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.

Competition heats up in the 4x4 ute segment
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Competition heats up in the 4x4 ute segment

Major marques launch special deals to entice consumers to the 4x4 ute market.

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Toyota Hilux has outsold Ford Ranger at the halfway point of the year

Six months into 2018 and Hilux narrowly leads Ranger in the 4x4 sales race.

All-electric Voltra eCruiser cut emissions mining sites
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All-electric Voltra eCruiser to cut emissions in mining sites

Zero-emissions eCruiser is being trialled at BHP Billiton’s Olympic Dam site.

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Jon Olsson’s Mercedes-Benz G500 4x4² convertible

Swedish vlogger cuts the roof off a G500 4x4²

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2019 Ford Ranger Raptor in left-hand drive spied

Video surfaces of LHD Raptor, sparking chatter in US markets.

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DARPA’s shapeshifting wheel-track technology: video

Military-based vehicle gets reconfigurable wheel-to-track technology

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Illegal dumping of rubbish in parks and forests a major concern

Asbestos and commercial waste found dumped in Victorian parks and forests.

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More vehicles added to Ford Ranger recall

Ranger fire risk recall spreads to more vehicles.

July 2018 issue
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July 2018 issue with bonus DVD is out June 21

Mega ute shootout tops massive July 2018 issue of 4X4 Australia.

2018 Mazda BT-50 recall issue
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2018 Mazda BT-50 recall issued

Recall notice goes out for 11 BT-50s due to steering shaft weld fault.

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VIDEO: Concrete barrier stops out-of-control RAM pick-up

Out-of-control RAM pick-up stopped by concrete barrier, saving two pedestrians.

2018 Ford Ranger and Everest recall
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2018 Ford Ranger and Everest recall issued

Select number of Rangers and Everests built in 2018 recalled for steering fault.

Land Rover Discovery production
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Land Rover Discovery UK production to cease

Land Rover shifts the Discovery’s assembly plant to Slovakia.

Ram 1500
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Ram 1500 could pave the way for American invasion

Aussie interest in brute utes is on the rise.

VW Amarok 6x4 prototype
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VW Amarok 6x4 prototype unveiled

Six Wheeler Conversions’ six-wheeled Amarok coming later this year.

4x4 track closures gippsland
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Seasonal track closures for Victoria’s Gippsland region

More 4x4 tracks to close during the wetter winter and spring period.

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3D zebra crossing for remote outback Queensland town

Outback town of Boulia in western Queensland installs Australia’s first 3D zebra crossing.

Nissan NV300 and e NV200 Camper vans unveiled
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Nissan NV300 and e-NV200 Camper vans unveiled

Self-contained Camper vans ideal for an Iberian escape.

2019 Suzuki Jimny
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2019 Suzuki Jimny photos surface

First look at undisguised 2019 Jimny.

Holden Colorado Xtreme
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Holden Colorado Xtreme to premiere in New Zealand

Colorado Xtreme goes from concept to reality – but only for NZ… for now.

First RAM 1500 rolls off the Australian production line
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First RAM 1500 rolls off the Australian production line

With V8 power and an ability to tow 4.5 tonnes, RAM proves size matters with its 1500 ute.

Toyota Hilux remains best-selling 4x4 in Australia
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Toyota Hilux remains best-selling 4x4 in Australia

The 4x4 sales fight remains a two-horse race between Ranger and Hilux.

RAM Rebel TRX confirmed for production
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RAM Rebel TRX confirmed for production

TRX set to hunt Raptor in performance ute segment.

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2018 National 4x4 Outdoors Show and Fishing & Boating expo

Tickets now available for Melbourne’s biggest outdoor adventure show.