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2023 Ford Ranger build: Trig Point canopy

The 4X4 Australia Ford Ranger build passes a major milestone, with the fitment of a smart Trig Point canopy

Reviews

2023 Nissan Navara SL Warrior: 4×4 review

No-frills version of the PRO-4X Warrior fanged off-road

Gear

MU-X build: Rola Titan Tray and Ridge Mount system

We maximise the Isuzu’s carrying capacity with a Rola Titan tray on a Ridge Mount system

Gear

Clearview mirrors now available for next-gen Ranger and Everest

Clearview’s range of mirrors now covers all new Ranger and Everest models

Fuel Ripper wheels and Maxxis RAZR tyres
Gear

2023 Ford Ranger build: Fuel Ripper wheels and Maxxis RAZR tyres

We ditch the Ranger’s standard wheels and tyres for better looking and more suitable replacements

Gear

GCM, GVM and payload: What are they?

Your guide to some ute basics that can easily confuse newcomers.

Gear

2023 Ford Ranger build: TJM bar, winch and underbody protection

Our Ford Ranger build kicks off with the installation of quality TJM gear

4×4 Comparisons

2023 Ford Ranger XLT 4-cyl v Toyota HiLux SR5: Spec to spec

Ford’s new-gen Ranger has proven a hit since launching in 2022, outselling its HiLux arch-rival in January 2023. So how do these mid-range variants compare on paper?

Opinion

Opinion: Towing cross country? Learn the basics first

If you plan on towing cross country, then it’s best to learn the basics first

Readers Rigs January 23
Gear

Readers’ Rigs: January 2023

More Readers’ Rigs to whet your four-wheeling appetite

Gear

Razed Products’ MaxTrax Flush Mounting Kit review

Mounting kit provides an easy way to carry and quickly access MaxTrax boards

Reviews

2023 Isuzu D-Max review: 1.9-litre SX 4×4

Isuzu’s new 2023 range refresh includes an intriguing 1.9-litre 4×4 fleet-special dual-cab D-Max. Under-engined? Let’s see…

Manual transmissions are endangered
Opinion

Opinion: Manual gearboxes for 4x4s are on the endangered list

It has become an automatic choice for nearly all new-car buyers

Custom Toyota N80 Hilux SR5
Custom 4x4s

Top-end Toyota N80 Hilux SR5

Built for reliability and touring comfort, this top-end Hilux gets the job done with a minimum of fuss

News

Best 4×4 buys of 2023

Depending on your cash flow, here are some of the best 4x4s you can buy in 2023

News

Jeep marks 20th anniversary of Wrangler Rubicon with limited edition model

Limited to 150 vehicles, the Wrangler Rubicon 20th Anniversary Edition will be offered to only USA buyers

News

Electric Ineos will be off-road ready

Ineos’s second model to bring ‘impressive off-road credentials’ to the electric vehicle market

New stuff Jan 23
Gear

New 4×4 products buyers’ guide: January 2023

Keeping an eye on new products to hit aftermarket shelves so far this year

Reviews

2023 Ineos Grenadier review

We head to the Scottish Highlands for a first drive of the Ineos Grenadier – the new 4×4 aiming to replace the discontinued original Defender.

News

Porsche partners with Australia’s own MaxTrax for the 911 Dakar

While ownership of the Porsche 911 Dakar will be limited to just a lucky few Australians, you can own a locally-made part that is offered for it

Ironman 4x4 Ridge Pole Swag review
Gear

Ironman 4×4 Ridge Pole Swag review

Ironman 4×4’s Ridge Pole Swag promises quality and functionality at a great price

Gear

Readers’ Rigs: Summer 2023

Five reader-submitted rides hitting tracks around Australia

Explore WA

Wandering the western deserts

The vastness of the Western Australian deserts can be full of surprise and wonder

Opinion

Opinion: Go out and seek a river source

Seeking the source of a river is an enthralling 4×4 hobby.