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What is the best 4x4 ever?
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What is the best 4×4 ever?

4×4 Australia’s expert judges debate the best 4×4 of all time. Stay tuned for the verdict.

45 Years of Firsts for Range Rover
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45 Years of Firsts for Range Rover

During the past 45 years, Range Rover has delivered a series of industry firsts as it has evolved into the peerless SUV we know today

Toyota Land Cruiser 200 Sahara D4D review
Road Tests

Toyota Land Cruiser 200 Sahara D4D review

The new Toyota Land Cruiser 200 Sahara D4D takes on the Simpson Desert in the name of charity.

2015 Nissan Navara NP300 Range review
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2015 Nissan Navara NP300 Range review

Nissan’s long-awaited D23 Navara range is here and is a step up over both the Navvies it supersedes.

Land Rover Discovery SD4 SE auto
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Land Rover Discovery SD4 SE Auto Review

The Discovery Sport is a big step up on its medium luxury rivals, with a willingness to clamber up some relatively challenging obstacles.

Ironman 4x4 D23 Navara
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Ironman 4×4 D23 Navara

Nissan is launching its new Navara in Australia over the next couple of days and we had a sneak peak of the D23 taking the Ironman 4×4’s development vehicle for a spin.

Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit diesel review
Road Tests

Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit diesel review

The Jeep Grand’s appeal lies in its sensible (read: not too hulking) size, great towing credentials and decent blend of on- and off-road ability.

4X4 driving on Sand
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Techniques – Driving on Sand

Glenn Torrens explains a few simple practices for successful sand driving.

Classic 4x4: 1956 Series 1 107 Land Rover Station Wagon
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Classic 4×4: 1956 Series 1 107 Land Rover Station Wagon

This is a 4×4 love story. A 50-year romance between a man, his rare 1956 Land Rover, and the pretty Danish tourist he wooed in it then married.

Redline FJ-Ute
Custom 4x4s

Modified: Redline FJ-Ute

Fancy a four-door 40 Series LandCruiser with all the modcons? Meet the amazing Redline FJ-Ute

Land Rover Discovery TDV6 review
Road Tests

Land Rover Discovery TDV6 review

We took the expedition-ready TDV6 Discovery for a weekend shakedown in the Vic High Country.

Suzuki Jimny Sierra
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Suzuki Jimny Sierra: Driven

Suzuki’s tough little Jimny Sierra has gained a new lease on life thanks to the addition of electronic traction and stability control.

Hyundai Santa Fe
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Hyundai Santa Fe Review

There’s lots to like with the Santa Fe, starting with the practical, well-priced body. The diesel engine, too, is a win in a market segment where thirstier petrol models reign.

2016 Mitsubishi Triton
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2016 Mitsubishi Triton: First Drive

It’s taken a while but the new Mitsubishi Triton is finally here and we have driven it…

Land Cruiser 79
Custom 4x4s

Land Cruiser 79

After years of hard work Mark and Sharon Makin are finally behind the wheel of their ideal four-wheel drive: A custom-made Toyota Land Cruiser 79.

Mercedes-Benz G 500 4x4² Concept review
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Mercedes-Benz G 500 4×4² Concept review

Mercedes Benz has raided the parts bin to create a Frankenstein G-Wagen to scare the bejesus out of anyone who dares test its limits. 4×4 Australia scored an exclusive first drive the concept.

Volkswagen Tiguan 130TDI
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Volkswagen Tiguan 130TDI Review

Volkswagen’s second generation Tiguan SUV is more evolution than revolution yet remains one of the better small all-wheel drive wagons. Toby Hagon takes a spin in the 130tdi variant.

AEV Ram 2500 Ute
Custom 4x4s

AEV Ram 2500 Ute

We belt American Expedition Vehicle’s first public offering of a full-size truck, the Ram 2500 Ute.

Mazda BT-50 GT
Custom 4x4s

Custom 4X4: Mazda BT-50 GT

When you cover 70,000km a year snapping Australia’s toughest four-wheel drives in the most remote locations, you need a bush-capable rig. Michael’s mighty Mazda BT-50 is up to the challenge.

Land Rover Discovery TDV6 v Toyota Prado D-4D v Jeep Grand Cherokee CRD
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Diesel warfare: Jeep Grand Cherokee vs Land Rover Discovery vs Toyota Prado

Jeep’s Grand Cherokee CRD, Land Rover’s Discovery TDV6 and Toyota’s Prado D-4D go head-to-head.

Ford F350 Super Duty review
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Ford F350 Super Duty review

The United States’ own Ford F350 Super Duty has been converted for Aussie soil.

Safari Holden Ute
Custom 4x4s

Safari Holden Ute | Modified review

Steve Riley’s Holden ute was built for tough off-road rallies. We drove it following its impressive debut in the Australasian Safari.

Icon LR Defender
Custom 4x4s

MODIFIED: ICON LAND ROVER DEFENDER

What would you build if you had an unlimited bank balance and a penchant for old Land Rovers?

Marks 4WD Land Cruiser Ute
Custom 4x4s

Modified Land Cruiser – Marks 4WD

Marks 4WD Adapters gives the Land Cruiser 70 Series the auto transmission buyers have craved. We put it to the test.