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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

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

Living with the Ineos Grenadier Trialmaster: Long-term review
Over the next few months we’ll be testing the Grenadier, putting its mods and accessories through their paces

Agreed value vs market value: What 4×4 owners need to know
Understanding agreed and market value is essential for 4×4 owners with mods, accessories, or touring gear, and it can make all the difference if disaster strikes

New patent reveals likely successor to the Lada Niva
Design filings published in Russia show a compact SUV that may preview a replacement for the Lada Niva

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

5 essential sand driving tips every 4×4 driver needs to know
The beach and the desert will humble you fast. Here’s how to stay safe on sand

How to drive a 4×4 on sand: Beach, dunes and recovery basics
Beach driving looks simple, but sand can quickly bog a 4×4 or leave you exposed to changing tides

NB2 registration: What it is and why it matters before you build
NB2 sits well outside most 4WD builds. But if you’re turning a Silverado 2500 HD or Ram 2500 into a serious expedition rig, understand it before you build

10 convoy rules every 4WDer should never ignore
Convoy travel works best when everyone follows a few simple, often-overlooked rules

4WD recovery gear explained: Building a setup that actually works off-road
Knowing what gear you need, and how it all works together, is what makes a recovery safe and effective

Top 5 essential items for safe 4×4 desert travel
Australia’s deserts are beautiful but brutal and unforgiving. Head into these remote regions without the right gear and your adventure can turn sour
Jeep Gladiator Rubicon built to tackle any adventure
Gladiator transformed into a highly capable tourer with serious off-road weaponry

10 unwritten rules every 4×4 driver should know
No handbook comes with your 4×4, but the rules out on the tracks are pretty clear

Updated Suzuki Jimny spied testing in snow
Camouflaged Jimny prototypes have been spotted testing overseas, hinting at an update for the compact 4×4

Keeping your 70 Series cool in Australia’s extreme conditions
From the Simpson Desert to the Kimberley, the 70 Series Store has solutions to keep your Cruiser cool

Are you insured when you drive off-road?
Exploring is at the heart of 4×4 adventures, but it’s important to make sure your insurance covers off-road use

VFACTS: Ranger still on top, as EV surge grows and diesel, petrol sales fall
Ranger again outsells HiLux, as EV demand climbs sharply and petrol and diesel sales continue to decline

300 Series Hybrid: Most powerful LandCruiser ever priced from $156K
Toyota has priced its hybrid LandCruiser 300 Series ahead of a mid-year launch

JAC Hunter PHEV to land under $50K with 3.5-tonne tow rating
Sub-$50K hybrid ute to seriously undercut both the Shark and Ranger PHEV

Final names shortlisted from public submissions for Chery’s hybrid diesel ute
Chery has confirmed nine finalist names for its upcoming plug-in hybrid diesel ute, with Australians now set to choose the winner ahead of its local launch

Tuff Terrain V4 High Output Air Compressor: Built for the end of the track
A high-output 4WD compressor built to make post-track tyre inflation faster, easier and more consistent

JAC T9 gets $4000 EOFY fuel voucher deal in Australia
JAC is offering a $4000 fuel voucher on T9 diesel utes as EOFY incentives ramp up across the market

Off-roading in mud: How to stay in control and avoid getting bogged
Mud might look like harmless fun, but it’s one of the most unpredictable and damaging off-road conditions. Here’s how to handle it safely when you can’t avoid it