Custom 4X4s

Rock crawling: How to tame rocky terrain
The best techniques to safely and successfully drive over rocky terrain

Ford trademarks ‘Thunder’ name for Ranger, F-150 and Maverick
Is Thunder going to come after Lightning?

VFACTS June 2022: Toyota HiLux leads the way for 4x4s, sells more than double its rivals
A stellar month for Toyota’s HiLux has moved it into a stronger lead over the Ford Ranger

Tested: Projecta Intelli-Start jump starter
The Intelli-Start jump starter from Projecta has become an essential tool in our touring kit

Common-rail diesel technology: multiple injection systems
Analysing the effects of multiple injection technology in a common-rail diesel engine

2023 Volkswagen Amarok exterior teased ahead of July 7 reveal
The new 2023 Volkswagen Amarok, developed in partnership with Ford, is set for market launch from the end of 2022 – here’s everything we know so far

Emergency fix: How to plug a tyre
Sooner or later you’re going to get a flat tyre. Rather than remove the wheel and fit the spare, you can often plug the hole. Here’s how

Why the federal election result matters to car companies
The recent election result would have – no doubt – had local auto executives sit up and take notice

Shop Truck: 79 Series Cruiser by Pinnacle 4×4
Pinnacle 4×4’s lofty LandCruiser is a sight to behold

2023 Mahindra Scorpio-N Australian launch confirmed
Mahindra has revealed the Scorpio-N, a body-on-frame four-wheel-drive SUV to rival the Ford Everest and Isuzu MU-X

Tough Dog comparison: 300 Series vs 200 Series
The team at Tough Dog 4WD Suspension hand us the keys to their 200 and 300 Series LandCruisers, to see how they compare off-road

2023 Ford Ranger: Fuel consumption figures revealed
Government website lists fuel economy figures for the all-new Ranger

2022 Jeep Gladiator gets new accessories
New locally-developed accessories available to order via dealers

Ram 1500 TRX: $200,000 performance truck arrives in Australia
Ram’s Raptor-crushing TRX performance truck has officially arrived Down Under

Tested: Darche Dirty Dee 1400 swag
Palatial, perfect for a couple, and packs up neatly in a canvas storage bag

New project car: Isuzu MU-X LS-M
Isuzu’s seven-seat 4×4 wagon joins our fleet in base-model LS-M trim

Video: 2023 Ford Ranger Raptor takes on Goodwood
Ford claims the US-sourced twin-turbo V6 petrol engine and off-road enhancements will satisfy even the most hard-core performance enthusiast

Legendary Land Rover tales
Ron Moon recalls the grandiose feats of the original Land Rover

Out Now: July 2022 issue of 4X4 Australia
Dreamax the ultimate D-MAX, epic custom 79 Series, Tough Dog’s 200 versus 300 Series comparison, our new project vehicle, and plenty more

Tested: Spot X satellite communicator
Ron Moon upgrades from a Gen3 to a Spot X

Flex Ventures reimagines Toyota LandCruisers with retro design
The Japanese aftermarket company is opening up in the United States

GMSV confirms Chevrolet Silverado ZR2 for Australia in 2023 range
The range-topper’s specs and local pricing have been revealed, while the entry-level Trail Boss will be culled

Tested – ARB portable twin air compressor
After seven years of service, how is the portable ARB twin compressor holding up?

Industry profile – Clearview Accessories
Rather than resting on their laurels after 16 years of producing reliable, top-quality touring accessories, Mike Cowan and his team at Clearview Accessories are showing no signs of slowing down