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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

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Mitsubishi locks in pricing for Triton Raider

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

Reviews

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

Advice

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

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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

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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

Advice

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

Advice

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

Advice

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

Advice

10 convoy rules every 4WDer should never ignore

Convoy travel works best when everyone follows a few simple, often-overlooked rules

Gear

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

Advice

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

Custom 4x4s

Jeep Gladiator Rubicon built to tackle any adventure

Gladiator transformed into a highly capable tourer with serious off-road weaponry

How to check 4x4 tyre pressures
Advice

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

News

Updated Suzuki Jimny spied testing in snow

Camouflaged Jimny prototypes have been spotted testing overseas, hinting at an update for the compact 4×4

Gear

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

Advice

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

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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

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300 Series Hybrid: Most powerful LandCruiser ever priced from $156K

Toyota has priced its hybrid LandCruiser 300 Series ahead of a mid-year launch

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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

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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

Gear

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

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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

Advice

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