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How to rock crawl
Gear

Rock crawling: How to tame rocky terrain

The best techniques to safely and successfully drive over rocky terrain

News

Ford trademarks ‘Thunder’ name for Ranger, F-150 and Maverick

Is Thunder going to come after Lightning?

News

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

Projecta Intelli-Start jump starter
Gear

Tested: Projecta Intelli-Start jump starter

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

Opinion

Common-rail diesel technology: multiple injection systems

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

News

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

How to plug a 4x4 tyre
Gear

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

Petrol vs EV
Opinion

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

Pinnacle 4x4's 79 Series
Custom 4x4s

Shop Truck: 79 Series Cruiser by Pinnacle 4×4

Pinnacle 4×4’s lofty LandCruiser is a sight to behold

News

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 200 versus 300 Series
Custom 4x4s

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

News

2023 Ford Ranger: Fuel consumption figures revealed

Government website lists fuel economy figures for the all-new Ranger

News

2022 Jeep Gladiator gets new accessories

New locally-developed accessories available to order via dealers

News

Ram 1500 TRX: $200,000 performance truck arrives in Australia

Ram’s Raptor-crushing TRX performance truck has officially arrived Down Under

Darche Dirty Dee 1400 swag
Gear

Tested: Darche Dirty Dee 1400 swag

Palatial, perfect for a couple, and packs up neatly in a canvas storage bag

2022 Isuzu MU-X LS-M
Reviews

New project car: Isuzu MU-X LS-M

Isuzu’s seven-seat 4×4 wagon joins our fleet in base-model LS-M trim

News

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

Land Rover History
Opinion

Legendary Land Rover tales

Ron Moon recalls the grandiose feats of the original Land Rover

July 2022 issue of 4X4 Australia
News

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

Electronics & Gadgets

Tested: Spot X satellite communicator

Ron Moon upgrades from a Gen3 to a Spot X

Flex Ventures retro Toyota LandCruiser
News

Flex Ventures reimagines Toyota LandCruisers with retro design

The Japanese aftermarket company is opening up in the United States

News

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

Electronics & Gadgets

Tested – ARB portable twin air compressor

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

Gear

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