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.

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March 2024 issue of 4X4 Australia is out now

Marks 4WD V8-converted HiLux; chopped 300 Series LandCruiser; our next project build; and much more

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2025 Nissan Navara: New Triton-based ute imagined

It’ll share its DNA with the all-new Triton, so is this what the 2025 Navara will look like?

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2024 Toyota LandCruiser 250 Series revealed for USA; 'Prado' entry-level price confirmed

Hybrid Prado marks the return of the LandCruiser to the USA

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2024 Ford Ranger MS-RT “street truck” unveiled

Wider, lower Ranger unveiled in UK, with European deliveries to begin this year

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Super Bowl LVIII: the 4x4s of the NFL

Some of the best gridiron grunt in the NFL

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VFACTS January 2024: Ranger domination continues in the new year

New year, same result, as Ford Ranger remains best-selling 4x4

Gear

Readers' Rigs: January 2024

Six of the best reader-submitted 4x4s sent to us in January 2024

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February 2024 issue of 4X4 Australia is out now

Mazda BT-50 and 79 Series LandCruiser modified to the max; Tundra driven down under; Project Ranger build wraps up; and plenty more

Australian deserts
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The best 4x4 desert trips in Australia

From easy to extreme, there is an Australian desert that caters to all-comers; even newbies will find one to try

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Six-wheel D-MAX wins 2023 Custom 4x4 of the Year

Six-wheeler claims coveted crown in a tight tussle with Barra-powered FJ45

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January 2024 issue of 4X4 Australia is out now

Grenadier, 70 Series, Jimny XL and new-gen Triton driven + two epic custom builds + plenty more

Reviews

2024 Mitsubishi Triton review: Pre-production drive

New Triton sheds its value stigma to take the fight to the segment’s heavy hitters

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Summer 2023 issue of 4X4 Australia is out now

Three killer custom builds, RAM 1500 Big Horn tested, our 2023 Christmas Gift Guide, and heaps more

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Will the Pajero nameplate return to Australia?

The curtains closed on the iconic nameplate in 2020, but is a resurgence on the cards?

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2024 Toyota HiLux 48V hybrid: new multi-terrain system, infotainment and safety confirmed

Toyota Australia has announced certain HiLux variants will gain 48-volt mild-hybrid tech in 2024, with a claimed fuel consumption reduction and improved drivability

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2024 Ineos Quartermaster ute: Australian deliveries due early next year

First series production Quartermasters start to roll off INEOS production line

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December 2023 issue of 4X4 Australia is out now

Showcase 79 Series, Rambler’s Silverado TrailBoss, Tradie Triton build, and plenty more

4x4 Comparisons

Budget brawl: 2023 GWM Tank 300 Ultra vs Mahindra Scorpio Z8L

You don’t need to spend silly money to park a feature-packed, off-road-ready SUV in your driveway

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VFACTs October 2023: Ford Ranger posts best monthly sales result so far in 2023

Ranger, HiLux and D-MAX were Australia’s best-selling vehicles in October

Gear

KAON’s impressive range of 4WD storage solutions

Emerging 4x4 aftermarket brand, KAON, has the catalogue to fulfill all storage needs

Top 10 4x4 tracks in Australia
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Top 10 4x4 tracks in Australia

Ten of the best 4WD tracks in Australia. How many have you travelled?

IRONMAN SNORKEL
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4WD snorkel buyers' guide

Any serious four-wheeler wouldn’t leave the driveway without a quality snorkel installed on their 4x4

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New MAXTRAX LITE recovery boards, lighter on wallet and scales

MAXTRAX releases lighter, cheaper recovery board

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November 2023 issue of 4X4 Australia is out now

2023 Custom 4x4 of the Year coverage, Toyota HiLux GR Sport and Ford F-150 reviews, and much more