Custom 4X4s
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
Touring Kakadu National Park, NT
One of the world’s great National Parks is easy enough to get to by road, but to fully experience this jewel of the Top End you need a 4WD
Military-spec 1952 Austin Champ
A war machine created to take on the original Jeep and serve in the British Army, this trooper was hidden for years under deep, deep cover
2022 Mazda BT-50: 50 Days with a BT-50 – Comfort
SPONSORED: In this final instalment of our partnership with Mazda, Dom Wiseman and reader Lloyd enjoy the comfort of the popular BT-50 ute.
Tech: Ten most significant advances in 4x4s
4x4s have come a long way from the 40 Series LandCruisers and early Land Rovers that ignited Australia’s love of 4x4s some 60 years ago
Toyota LiteCruiser: Compact Cruiser electric concept revealed
Toyota will draw upon inspiration from its past to influence its future EVs
2022 Nissan Navara PRO-4X Warrior: Sand driving
Cars are becoming less engaging to drive, so it’s refreshing to have a manual Warrior to keep us interested
2023 Ssangyong Torres revealed, Australian launch confirmed
The new SsangYong SUV will be coming to Australia to bolster the brand’s local line-up
Guide to 12-volt systems for your 4×4
A guide to 12-volt jargon, the latest components and new delivery systems, with advice on what best suits your touring needs
Exploring Torrington, northern NSW
The rugged Granite Country of Northern NSW has been home to bushrangers, miners and pastoralists. The natural scenery alone is spectacular, as is this region’s history
2022 Mazda BT-50: 50 Days with a BT-50 – Safety
SPONSORED: In this fourth instalment of our partnership with Mazda, Dom Wiseman and reader Lloyd explore the safety credentials of the popular BT-50 ute.
Custom Landcruiser 75 series Troopy
Forget the parts bin special. This one-of-a-kind Troopy is pieced together with busted knuckles and long nights
4X4 Australia’s modified D-Max up for auction
Avoid the long wait times, and snap up our ready to travel Isuzu D-Max through Grays Online – Hurry though, time is running out
Exploring the Savannah Way, Qld-NT
A series of highways, roads and tracks that span the north of Australia, from Cairns in the east to Broome in the west
EXCLUSIVE: Mitsubishi MD crosses Simpson Desert in PHEV
Outlander PHEV proves its off-road mettle in epic Simpson Desert challenge
Exploring the Grampians National Park, Victoria
Abundant wildlife, waterfalls, lakes, wildflowers and bushwalks have made this one of Victoria’s more popular tourist destinations
Readers’ Rigs: May 2022
An old LandCruiser, a new Everest, and everything in-between
2022 Mazda BT-50: 50 Days with a BT-50 – Accessories
SPONSORED: In this third instalment of our partnership with Mazda, Dom Wiseman and reader Lloyd discuss the OE accessories available for the popular BT-50 ute.
VFACTS May 2022: Hilux remains best-selling vehicle in Australia
Hilux remains best-seller as supply issues linger
Travelling to Woods Point with Sandy 60
With three very different vehicles, we tackled a sweet and steep route in the Victorian High Country
Top tips for outback trips
Expert tips on outback travel, from an experienced adventurer
Weekend warrior: 2015 Ford Ranger
Wild Ranger is designed to work hard and play harder
2023 Ford Ranger factory ARB accessory prices revealed
We know Ford is offering a range of ARB off-road accessories for the 2022 Ranger, now we can reveal much they will cost
How to drive in a convoy
We look at best practice when it comes to driving in convoys – the why, the how and what equipment you’ll need to keep a group of travellers safe and prevent anyone from getting lost