4X4 News

Neighbours or nuisance? Queensland councils eye tighter caravan parking rules
A move to restrict long-term caravan parking on streets has sparked debate among 4×4 and caravan owners

NSW National Parks planning to lease popular campsites to private operators
A new NPWS plan could see prime public campsites reserved for commercial supported camping, potentially limiting access for regular campers

Viral video highlights dangerous slipstreaming tactic on outback roads
A viral TikTok from 4×4 travellers Kira and Mitch shows the risks of tailgating for fuel savings on remote Australian roads

Ford updates F-150 in Australia; New Platinum model tops local line-up
Ford has updated the F-150 range in Australia, introducing revised styling, new tech, and a top-of-the-line Platinum model

$380K off-roader revealed: Mercedes-AMG unveils G63 Offroad PRO
The G63 Offroad PRO takes Mercedes’ iconic SUV further off-road with beefed-up suspension

2026 Isuzu MU-X Tour Mate returns to Australia
The MU-X Tour Mate is back, loaded with almost $9000 worth of towing gear

Kia Tasman military vehicle revealed in Korea
Kia’s new Tasman has gone tactical, debuting in military guise at Seoul ADEX 2025

Toyota’s new LandCruiser FJ unveiled, but is it coming to Australia?
Toyota has revealed its compact new LandCruiser FJ in Japan, but there are currently no plans to bring it to Australia

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

Rivian R1T spotted in Melbourne on Australian roads
A left-hand-drive Rivian R1T has been seen testing on Melbourne roads

New 4x4s coming to Australia in 2025, 2026 and beyond!
Every new 4×4 en-route to Australia!

Ford introduces Pro Convertor program for certified vehicle conversions
Ford’s new Pro Convertor program simplifies and standardises custom vehicle conversions for commercial applications

Is Audi working on an off-road 4×4 to rival the Defender and G-Class?
Audi is reportedly exploring a rugged, premium SUV aimed at off-road enthusiasts – a potential halo for its SUV range

2026 Toyota HiLux: Everything we know so far
Plenty of uncertainty remains regarding the next-gen HiLux. Will it even be a ground-up rebuild?

Leaked image reveals interior of 2026 Toyota HiLux
A leaked photo suggests Toyota’s next-generation HiLux will feature a more refined, tech-focused cabin ahead of its official unveiling

Ironman 4×4’s full range of BYD Shark gear now available via its nationwide network
BYD Shark 6 owners can now access Ironman 4×4 accessories and suspension kits directly through its stores as well as dealerships

Grays Online enters administration after Slattery Auctions acquisition
Grays Online has entered administration following its $2 million purchase by family-owned Slattery Auctions

JAC T9 line-up set to expand in Australia
JAC will add four new T9 variants to its Australian range from November 2025

2025 MGU9 dual-cab ute secures five-star ANCAP safety rating
The MGU9 carries over the LDV eTerron 9’s five-star safety score from 2024

2026 Ford Ranger Raptor Desert Pack announced
Ford Australia has launched a limited-edition Desert Pack for the Ranger Raptor

Torsus launches next-generation Terrastorm off-road ambulance
The new Terrastorm is designed to reach patients in the toughest terrain where conventional vehicles cannot

How ASG 4×4 and Touring Solutions Australia convert LandCruisers into tour-ready rigs
After converting more than 1000 LandCruiser wagons into touring-ready utes, ASG4x4 and Touring Solutions Australia are back under original ownership – and sharper than ever

Denza B5 and B8 set for Australian launch in November 2025
BYD’s premium Denza brand will debut locally with two plug-in hybrid SUVs aimed at Prado and LandCruiser buyers

Chevrolet Silverado now backed by five-year warranty in Australia
Chevrolet’s Silverado range gains longer warranty and roadside cover