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Tuff Terrain gear on display at the 2026 Brisbane 4×4 Show
Outback Equipment is set to showcase Tuff Terrain gear and launch the limited-edition Pooly Recovery Kit at the Brisbane 4×4 Show
GME launches next-gen XRS Connect UHF CB radios
GME releases the new XRS Connect UHF CB radios with updated features and improved durability
GME XRS-375C review: A tough, feature-packed UHF built for serious off-roading
We put GME’s latest XRS-375C UHF radio to the test to see if its GPS tracking, Bluetooth connectivity and rugged build make it the ultimate off-road communicator
Terrain Tamer Fortified Parts range for the 70 Series
A closer look at Terrain Tamer’s Fortified Parts range and how it strengthens key components on the 70 Series
Last chance to buy: The sale of our epic 79 Series build is ending soon!
We’ve spent more than a year building it up, but now it’s time for someone else to have some fun with it!
BLUETTI Elite 400 rolls into Australia with nearly 4kWh of portable power
A suitcase-style power station built for backyards, outdoor events, and off-grid work
Crowdy Bay National Park is a hidden gem for 4x4ing
From headland lookouts and beachside camps to quiet forest tracks, Crowdy Bay National Park rewards those who slow down and explore
Bendix Ultimate 4WD brake upgrade kit put to the test
More weight. More stopping power. Bendix’s Ultimate 4WD Brake Upgrade Kit delivers control and confidence
A week on the Madigan Line
An epic seven-day 4×4 adventure across Australia’s Simpson Desert, following the legendary Madigan Line
Ford warns Australian jobs could be at risk over emissions rules
Ford says Australian engineering jobs at risk without government support to offset emissions costs
10 essential 4×4 touring mistakes to avoid
Common touring mistakes that can turn a great 4×4 trip into an expensive or dangerous exercise
Top 10 pet peeves of Aussie 4×4 drivers
From slow lane hogs to dusty convoy chaos, these are the frustrations every Aussie off-roader knows too well
Y62 Patrol transformed into the ultimate off-roader
Taking Nissan’s Y62 Patrol to the next level
Our 2026 project builds: New HiLux vs Old HiLux
The new HiLux isn’t radically different from the outgoing model, so in 2026 we’ll customise both to see whether your money is better spent upgrading an older one instead
Denza B5 and B8 prove their off-road chops by conquering Beer O’Clock Hill
DENZA’s B5 and B8 have flaunted their off-road nous at Beer O’Clock Hill
VFACTS: HiLux fails to topple Ranger; China becomes Australia’s leading vehicle source
February sales show the Ford Ranger holding the 4×4 crown while China overtakes Japan as Australia’s top source of new vehicles
How to prepare your 4×4 for the Victorian High Country
From tyres and clearance to recovery and water crossings, here’s how to set your 4×4 up for confident touring in the Victorian High Country
Living with the Kia Tasman X-Pro: Long-term review
After a few months on the road, can the 2025 Kia Tasman X‑Pro handle real-world touring?
GWM boosts dealer network and aftermarket support alongside expanded 2026 line-up
GWM is widening its Australian dealer footprint and technical support while introducing a broader range of models
How car insurance works for 4x4s and SUVs
Understanding how off-road vehicle insurance actually works can save you a lot of pain when something goes wrong
Petrol prices expected to surge amid tension in Middle East
Recent military action against Iran has pushed global oil prices higher, with Australian petrol likely to rise
Why the new Donaldson PowerCore 4×4 filter is a game-changer for HiLux owners
The Donaldson PowerCore 4×4 gives your Hilux industrial-strength dust protection and cleaner airflow, keeping your engine healthy off-road
Australia’s electric utes: Current models and future launches
What’s out, what’s coming and what’s likely, in what is currently a very shallow segment
Is this GrenX-built INEOS Quartermaster a match for the 79 Series?
Ineos is taking no prisoners in its battle for the LC79’s mantle – and this built-up Quartermaster is its latest weapon