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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
Barkly Homestead Wayside Inn: An oasis in the middle of nowhere
On one of Australia’s loneliest highways sits an outback pub that has been welcoming surprised travellers since 1984
What are the common insurance exclusions for 4×4 vehicles?
Built your 4WD for the bush? Make sure your insurance covers it. Here are the common exclusions that could leave you footing the bill
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?
BLUETTI launches Elite 100 mini portable power station
BLUETTI’s smallest and lightest 1kWh power station is out now, weighing just 10.7kg
Toyota HiLux suspension upgrade: Which TJM kit is right for you?
From daily driving to touring with a camper, find the right HiLux suspension setup for your load, terrain and driving needs
5 essential 4WD trackside repairs every off-roader should know
Five common trackside repairs every 4WD owner should know to help avoid a breakdown and keep the adventure moving
Don’t be that person: 10 rules of bush etiquette
From leaving toilet paper behind to tearing up tracks, these are the unwritten rules every 4×4 owner should follow to keep the bush open for everyone
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
Warrabah National Park: A remote riverside escape
Riverside camping, granite gorges and rugged 4×4 tracks make Warrabah National Park a rewarding escape, with a scenic drive to Uralla adding bushranger history and country charm
2027 Ram 1500 TRX SRT review: V8 off-road monster returns
RAM Trucks brings its apex predator back from extinction with the 1500 TRX SRT
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?
JAC Hunter X vs BYD Shark 6 Performance: Is the Shark worth $8000 more?
The JAC Hunter X undercuts the BYD Shark 6 Performance by more than $8000 and brings more traditional 4×4 hardware. But is value enough to topple Australia’s PHEV ute benchmark?
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
GEN-Y Mega Duty 4500kg drop hitch: How it performed in our US truck tow test
The adjustable GEN-Y Mega Duty kept our Kokoda caravan level behind four full-size pickups during our US truck towing test
Ford F-150 vs Toyota Tundra vs RAM 1500 vs Chevrolet Silverado: American trucks tested
We tested the Ford F-150, RAM 1500, Silverado and Tundra on-road, off-road and towing a 3.3-tonne caravan. Here’s how the American pick-ups compare
What makes an antenna suitable for harsh off-road use?
Corrugations, scrub and rough tracks put 4WD antennas to the test. Here’s what to look for before heading off-road