4X4 News

Kia Tasman overhaul tipped in leaked 2028 plans – report
Kia’s first ute could be in for a major rethink, with leaked plans pointing to an expanded Tasman range in 2028

BYD raided over alleged Land Rover Defender copycat claims – report
Records have reportedly been seized from BYD’s Dutch offices amid allegations its new Ti7 copies elements of the Land Rover Defender

Kia offers up to $5000 cashback to boost Tasman sales
Kia is offering up to $5000 cashback on select 2025 Tasman models as it looks to increase sales

2027 Mitsubishi Pajero to get Australian-developed accessories at launch
The new Pajero will be offered with locally developed accessories, backed by decades of Australian engineering experience

VFACTS October 2026: HiLux back on top as BYD sales surge
The HiLux returns to the top of the 4×4 charts as BYD sales surge and electric vehicle demand keeps climbing

BYD Denza N9 EV revealed with 890kW punch
BYD’s large luxury SUV is going fully electric, with three motors delivering 890kW. Could it eventually make its way to Australia?

Ford planning cheaper ute to slot below Ranger
A new, more affordable Ford ute is due in 2027, but could it make its way to Australian showrooms?

Toyota HiLux GR Sport reportedly set to return in 2027
Toyota’s HiLux GR Sport flagship is tipped to return in 2027, but a return to Australia is yet to be confirmed

Defender Classic V8 available to commission in Australia for the first time
The iconic off-roader comes with a hefty price tag and plenty of room for personalisation

Chery Tiggo X7 unveiled: It looks tough, but is it ready for the bush?
Chery’s rugged Tiggo X7 gets 700mm wading depth and off-road tech, but does it have the hardware to tackle serious tracks?

2027 Chery Stockman: Everything we know about it
Chery is having a crack at Australia’s 4×4 ute market with a diesel hybrid, big power figures and plenty of off road hardware

Chery Stockman faces final development push ahead of launch
Chery’s diesel PHEV ute is nearing launch, but key specs are still being finalised ahead of Australian deliveries in February 2027

MGU9 EV electric ute goes on sale in Australia
The MGU9 EV is out now, with Australia the first market globally to get MG’s all-electric ute

RAM 2500 and 3500 recalled over potential brake fault
A brake fault has put RAM’s heavy-duty 2500 and 3500 trucks in the recall spotlight

Isuzu unveils new 2.2-litre bi-turbo diesel, but will Australia get it?
Isuzu’s new 2.2-litre bi-turbo diesel outguns the 3.0-litre, but its Australian arrival remains unconfirmed

Ford Ranger and Everest recalled over centre screen fault
More than 1000 Ford Ranger and Everest vehicles recalled over a centre screen fault that could disable the reversing camera

Tesla Cybertruck officially cancelled for Australia
The Cybertruck has hit the roadblock many saw coming, with Aussie reservations cancelled and deposits refunded

Honda to launch Triton-based ute in 2028
Honda is getting into the ute game with a Triton-based pickup due in 2028

GWM Cannon PHEV arrives in Australian dealerships
The Cannon Hi4-T PHEV has arrived at Australian dealerships, with launch offers extended

Ironman 4×4 loads up Chery Stockman with off-road gear
Chery’s Stockman gets an off-road upgrade, with Ironman 4×4 hardware

New details emerge on Australia-bound Freelander 8
A new challenger is taking shape, with fresh details emerging on the SUV set to revive the Freelander name in Australia

Ineos Quartermuster draws record crowd to NSW pub
Ineos Quartermuster rocks Rockley, bringing more than 70 Grenadiers and over 100 attendees to the NSW country pub for a record-breaking gathering

BYD Yangwang U8 gains Australian approval
BYD’s 880kW Yangwang U8 is one step closer to a local release, following its Australian approval

Ford F-150 recalled over potential fire risk
More than 3700 F-150s have been recalled due to a potential fuel leak fault that could pose a fire risk