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Preparing our Toyota LandCruiser TroopCarrier for another epic outback expedition

Our long-term Troopy gets a few smart upgrades ahead of another off-road adventure through Central Australia and the Gulf

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Sink or swim: Is the BYD Shark tough enough for the Simpson Desert?

The Chinese-built BYD Shark sinks its teeth into the brutal Simpson Desert to prove it’s much more than an urban EV

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Kia Tasman 2025 review: Is it a serious threat to the Ranger and HiLux?

After one of the longest, most star-studded pre-launch campaigns in recent memory, Kia’s first-ever 4×4 ute has finally entered Australia’s most competitive vehicle segment

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LDV Terron 9 Origin 2025 review: Is this the turning point for LDV?

LDV has unveiled a new ute that marks a major leap forward from its ageing T60 platform

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Ford Ranger Raptor transformed into a lightweight super-tourer

The next campsite just got a lot closer for this race-inspired Raptor

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Ineos Grenadier Quartermaster 2025 review: Put to the test at Mt Buller

A fleet of Ineos Grenadiers isn’t at Mount Buller for fun and apres-ski, it’s there to work

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GWM Cannon XSR 2025 review: Budget 4×4 ute packs serious off-road capability

Top-of-the-range Cannon XSR gains off-road ability at the expense of safety tech. We weigh up the compromise

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Toyota LandCruiser 60 Series restored with D-MAX diesel power

Raised from the dead, this 60 Series now runs an Isuzu heart

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Ford Everest Tremor vs Toyota Prado Altitude: Ultimate off-road 4×4 wagon comparison

Ford and Toyota claim these two are the ‘off-road ready’ models in their respective 4×4 wagon line-ups. We hit the dirt to see if they really are

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Mr 4WD turns the new Prado 250 Altitude into a touring beast

A bold build transforms Toyota’s latest Prado into a go-anywhere adventure rig

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2026 Ford Ranger Super Duty vs Toyota LandCruiser 79 Series: Spec comparison

We compare two heavy-duty utes on payload, power and off-road ability

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GWM Cannon Alpha PHEV 2025 review: Shark hunter is a gem

GWM adds to its Cannon Alpha range by introducing a PHEV variant, and it’s a beauty!

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2026 JAC T9 Haven review: A bargain or just bare-bones?

The JAC T9 is the most affordable new ute on the market, and after testing it we can clearly see why

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Ford Ranger PHEV 2025 review: A compelling alternative

Blends petrol and electric power for strong performance, smooth handling, true 4×4 capability, and lower fuel use with plug-in convenience

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Land Rover Defender 110 D350 SE 2025 Review

In the market for a large off-road 4×4 wagon? The Defender should definitely be on your shortlist

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Toyota Prado showdown: Old versus new!

Never sold in Australia, the 70 Series Prado turns heads off-road. With a 250 Series on hand, we couldn’t resist a comparison

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WATCH: TroopCarrier built for a long-term lap of Australia!

Cassie’s Troopy and custom camper rig are ready for the full Aussie lap

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Jeep JL Wrangler Rubicon SWB 2025 review: Is it still THE off-road champion?

The Wrangler is the quintessential Jeep model and the short wheelbase Rubicon represents its purest form

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GMC Yukon Denali 2025 review: Is it worth the price of two Nissan Patrols?

GMSV has expanded its vehicle lineup in Australia and New Zealand by adding the GMC Yukon Denali to its range

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Mitsubishi Triton GLS 2024 long-term review

Our resident snapper has the keys to a Mitsubishi Triton GLS for the next few months

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Kia Tasman 2025 pre-production off-road test

We get the Kia Tasman dirty in a pre-launch off-road drive

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BYD Shark 6 2025 off-road review

The Shark is a stunning first entry into the market, but there’s still room for improvement

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Nissan Patrol Warrior versus Toyota Prado Altitude

Two off-road big dogs go head-to-head

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Saving the best ’til last: 2025 Nissan Patrol Warrior review

After nearly 15 years on Aussie shores, does the final version of the V8 Y62 still hold up?