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How to drive in a 4WD convoy
Heading out in a 4WD convoy? Here’s how to keep the group together, communicate clearly and make sure everyone gets there safely

AEV’s Silverado 2500 gets the full Tough Trucks treatment
Tough Trucks brings AEV’s factory-style engineering to Australia with a Silverado 2500 built for serious touring and off-road work

Lazy Lizard Tavern: The Stuart Highway stop that’s hard to beat
What began as a roadside pub has become a Top End destination where travellers can camp, swim, eat and explore a remarkable classic vehicle collection

Aussie specs confirmed for upcoming Chery Stockman ute
Chery has confirmed Australian specs for its new diesel-electric Stockman ute, ahead of its local arrival

Suzuki Jimny Heritage returns for one last run
The Jimny Heritage is back for one final 300-unit run, now with an automatic transmission

Why your 4WD antenna matters when travelling remote
When you’re pushing into the edge of mobile coverage, the right antenna can make the difference between a usable signal and a dead screen

How Loctite can help prepare your 4×4 for a major outback adventure
Corrugations can shake nuts, bolts and accessories loose, but a little Loctite and some pre-trip prep can help keep your 4×4 together in the bush

Chery Stockman reservations open ahead of February 2027 arrival
Chery has opened reservations for its new diesel-hybrid Stockman ute, with deliveries set to begin in Australia from February 2027

Chery-JLR’s Freelander brand confirmed for Australia in 2027
Freelander will launch in Australia in 2027 with the large Freelander 8 SUV, as the new Chery-JLR brand begins its international rollout

Isuzu pulls the plug on D-MAX EV for Australia
Isuzu has cancelled plans to launch the D-MAX EV in Australia, despite previously confirming the electric ute for our market

The 10 types of 4WD drivers you always see on the tracks
Every off-road trip brings a cast of familiar characters – from over-prepared gearheads to quiet experts – and chances are, you know a few of them

2027 LDV T60: Pricing, specs and off-road details revealed
LDV has confirmed pricing and specs for its revised T60

Land Rover’s baby Defender: What we know about it
Land Rover’s baby Defender is taking shape, with hybrid and electric power expected around 2027

CTO Industries builds a touring-ready Chevrolet Silverado 2500
This Silverado 2500 skips the over-the-top look, instead using carefully selected upgrades to create a stylish touring rig

Yakima StageTwo bike rack put to the test
A tough, easy-to-use two-bike rack that’s ideal for heavier e-bikes and 4×4 use, with solid security and handy rear-door access

Ford F-150 vs Ram 1500 vs Silverado 1500 vs Toyota Tundra: towing and payload compared
Full-size US pickups: towing and payload cheat sheet

Great Central Road: The 1100km drive from Uluru to Laverton
Part of Australia’s Longest Shortcut, the Great Central Road is an 1100km run of corrugations, desert history and isolation between Uluru and Laverton

Ford Ranger Super Duty vs Toyota LandCruiser 79: Can Ford topple the ultimate work ute?
Has Ford’s new Ranger Super Duty got what it takes to knock the iconic LandCruiser 79 off the top of the mountain?

Take our touring survey for your chance to win
Tell us how you travel, camp and set up your 4×4, with three $750 BP fuel vouchers and an EcoFlow DELTA 3 up for grabs

2026 Ram 2500 Warlock review: The 2500 Australia needs
The petrol V8 Ram 2500 Warlock combines heavy-duty hardware, 4500kg towing and a huge 1275kg payload. Has Ram accidentally built the American pickup that makes the most sense for Australia?

Foton expands its Australian footprint with new flagship commercial vehicle centre
Foton is putting more weight behind its ute and truck range with a new flagship commercial vehicle centre in western Sydney

Toyota HiLux fleet to run on vegetable oil at AFL Grand Final
Toyota will run 40 HiLux utes on renewable diesel for this year’s AFL Grand Final parade, using fuel made from renewable feedstocks

Blacked-out GMC Yukon flagship lands in Australia
GMC has given its Yukon flagship a blacked-out makeover, with the Signature Black edition tailored specifically for Aussie buyers

Are modern 4x4s too complicated for the bush?
Modern 4x4s are more capable than ever, but all that technology and complexity could make an old-school rig a smarter choice for remote touring