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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

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

Following Sturt’s footsteps: A 4×4 journey from NSW to South Australia
Retrace Charles Sturt’s 1829-30 expedition along the Murrumbidgee and Murray rivers on a modern 4×4 adventure

Stuart’s Ford Ranger XLT
Stuart chose the Ford Ranger XLT for its mix of family safety, work capability and weekend adventure freedom.

Connor McNally’s 2016 Ford Ranger
Always on the move, Connor McNally needed a dependable ute – and his Ford Ranger delivers power, value and real-world capability.

GWM confirms specs and features for Tank 300 Hi4-T PHEV
The all-new Tank 300 Hi4-T PHEV arrives April 2026 full off-road hardware

Toyota HiLux SR5 vs Ford Ranger Sport: Battle of the best-sellers
The ninth-gen HiLux takes on the Ranger to see which midsize ute comes out on top. Brought to you by Club 4×4 Insurance.

BushWrapz paint protection: How it handles real 4×4 abuse
Bush pinstriping and stone chips are part of life off-road. We test BushWrapz paint protection film to see how well it stands up to real-world touring

One-off D-MAX Concept X show car is up for sale!
The Concept X is a factory-backed, one-off D-MAX built for extreme off-road capability!

The 105 Series LandCruiser that ignited Off Track Concepts
The original build that set the benchmark for Off Track Concepts

Tesla cuts Cybertruck pricing and adds cheapest AWD variant amid sluggish demand
A cheaper Cybertruck and sharp price cuts across the range signal a reset for Tesla’s polarising electric ute, as sales fall short of early targets

Five of the best Victorian High Country tracks
These Vic High Country tracks represent four-wheel driving at its most demanding and rewarding

Radar Renegade X: An aggressive mud-terrain tyre
The Radar Renegade X combines extreme mud-terrain traction for serious off-roaders

2026 Denza B5 and B8 review: Premium Chinese 4x4s under $100K
The B5 and B8 4×4 wagons add low cost, premium options to the luxury off-road market

Superior Engineering expands Hilux GR Sport suspension upgrade range
Superior Engineering has launched a focused range of bolt-on suspension and front-end upgrades for the Toyota Hilux GR Sport