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Best Amarok modifications in Australia
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Wolf Packed: top Amarok mods in Aus

For some, a basic model truck is enough. For others, modifications are a must. Check out some of the best Volkswagen Amaroks in Australia.

Stretched Toyota Hilux
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Toyota Hilux gets stretched

A crash with a BMW X5, a cracked skull and a chassis-bending bump at Bendethera were unlikely preludes to this superbly stretched Hilux.

Toyota Prado GXL D-4D 2.8 review
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Toyota Prado GXL D-4D 2.8 review

The Prado 150 Series has gone under the knife, getting a smaller diesel engine and an extra ratio in the auto ’box. But is it any better?

Nissan Patrol gets V8 military might
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Nissan Patrol gets V8 military might

This Nissan Patrol has been equipped with an arsenal of weapons-grade modifications, including a military-spec 6.5L V8 diesel engine.

Range Rover Hybrid review
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Range Rover Hybrid review

The Range Rover Sport Hybrid breaks new ground in more ways than one.

Mitsubishi Triton dual-cab Exceed review
Road Tests

Mitsubishi Triton dual-cab Exceed review

Meet the fifth-generation of Mitsubishi’s workhorse ute range: the all-new Triton.

NP300 vs Triton MQ vs BT-50 vs Amarok
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Nissan Navara NP300 vs Mitsubishi Triton MQ vs Mazda BT-50 vs Volkswagen Amarok

New utes from Nissan and Mitsubishi are here to shake up the ute market, but how do they stack up against the established class benchmarks?

Modified Amaroks charge Land Cruiser Mountain Park
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Modified Amaroks charge Land Cruiser Mountain Park

For the 2015 October edition, 4X4 Australia sent a pack of modified Amaroks to battle it out at Queensland’s Land Cruiser Mountain Park. Check out the video.

Nissan Navara ST-X 4x4 review
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Nissan Navara ST-X 4×4 review

The Nissan Navara has stepped it up with a grunty diesel engine and spacious interior that is suited for both on-road and off-road driving.

VDJ79 Land Cruiser
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VDJ79 Land Cruiser

Bigger, louder and tougher. This customised Cruiser is built for the long haul.

Toyota’s Prado 150 Series has received its first significant mechanical upgrade since it first appeared in late 2009.
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2016 Toyota Prado: First Drive

Fraser Stronach gets behind the wheel of the new Toyota Prado

Jeep JK V8
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Jeep JK Hemi V8

Mark Clancy subscribes to the theory that there’s no substitute for cubic inches. His Hemi V8 powered Jeep puts the theory to the ultimate test.

The Iveco Daily 4x4
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Iveco Daily 4×4

Is your everyday four-wheel drive not enough? Check out the Iveco Daily 4×4 in the Sept’ Issue of 4X4 Australia – in stores Thursday.

The new Ford Everest 4x4 SUV
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New Ford Everest Articulation

We take a closer look at the new 4×4 Ford Everest SUV – cut in half

New Ford Everest 4x4 SUV
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New Ford Everest 4×4 SUV

Ford has reached for the sky with its new seven-seat Ford Everest, which has the off road capability to challenge Toyota’s Prado

This custom 4x4 Morris Minor in New Zealand is just plain insane
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Morris Minor goes 4×4

This custom 4×4 Morris Minor in New Zealand is just plain insane

Nissan 2015 Infiniti QX80
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2015 Infiniti QX80 Review

The all-mode 4×4 2015 Infiniti QX80 is the new flagship in terms of price, size and ambition for the luxury arm of Nissan

The Bush Ranger may not be the most civilised machine, but it is a 4WD of great competence, with go-anywhere character
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Bush Ranger ATV

The Bush Ranger may not be the most civilised machine, but it is a 4WD of great competence, with go-anywhere character

Subaru Outback 2.0 Diesel Premium CVT
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Subaru Outback 2.0 Diesel Premium CVT Review

Subaru has taken the knife to Outback prices with the latest fifth-generation model.

The key to any good off-road expedition is clever planning.
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How to prepare for a 4×4 trip

The key to any good off-road expedition is clever planning. Macca shares some of his tips for a successful trip.

Built on a Jeep Wrangler Rubicon, this 4x4 trade truck has terrific off-road credentials.
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Custom Jeep Wrangler ute

Forget your Hiluxes and Rangers, this custom-built Jeep Wrangler ute would be the duck’s guts – if Jeep had the smarts to build them.

The 4X4 Australia gang travelled smoothly along the Great Australian Bight recently thanks to teamwork, the right gear and careful planning.
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How to beach drive

4X4 Australia Editor-At-Large Ron Moon gives a few pointers on avoiding disaster when 4x4ing on the beach.

WW2 US Army Jeep
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Poll: What is the best 4×4 ever? Have your say.

What is the ultimate 4×4? Is it the original WWII Army Jeep? Maybe it’s the Land Cruiser 70 Series? What about the ‘unbreakable’ Toyota HiLux?

Bear Grylls helps build ‘Defender 2,000,000’
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Bear Grylls helps build ‘Defender 2,000,000’

Land Rover has enlisted celebrity help to build a unique 4×4 to commemorate UK production of the Land Rover Defender