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Our Ford Ranger custom build

The once-stock Ranger XLS is now a pin-up fourby, courtesy of Australia’s elite aftermarket industry.

By Matt Raudonikis

Custom Ford Ranger 4x4 touring build guide

4X4 Australia October 2020

2021 Toyota Hilux Rogue and Rugged X

New 4x4 gear: MaxTrax Indeflate + Ironman 4x4 rear tow bar

Sherpa Big Air compressor

New 4x4 gear: Uniden UH45-4 UHF radios + GME AE4707B antenna

Ineos Grenadier

NEWS

More power for Hilux Rugged X and Rogue

By Matt Raudonikis28 Sep 2020

Toyota's locally developed halo models receive performance and equipment upgrades.

Pricing revealed for new 2021 Mazda BT-50 ute range

By Matt Raudonikis22 Sep 2020

Australian pricing for the new iteration of Mazda's popular ute range

Mahindra Thar coming to Australia in 2021

By Matt Raudonikis22 Sep 2020

A closer look at the Jeep-like Thar, which is set to land locally in 2021.

Ford debuts Raptor-lite Ranger FX4 MAX

By Tristan Tancredi18 Sep 2020

Rock-ready FX4 MAX revealed, with Aussie-tuned suspension and Ford's 2.0-litre powertrain.

October 2020 issue of 4X4 Australia is out now

By Tristan Tancredi17 Sep 2020

V8-powered 1983 Bronco XLT, an ultimate Unimog recovery rig, Ram 1500 vs Silverado 1500, and stacks more in the October 2020 mag.

2021 D-MAX gets five-star safety rating

By Tristan Tancredi16 Sep 2020

All-new D-MAX passes stringent new criteria to achieve five-star ANCAP safety rating.

REVIEWS

200 Series Cruiser tops September's Readers Rigs

By Tristan Tancredi19 Sep 2020

We round-up six tidy fourbies for September's selection of Readers' Rigs.

Musso XLV Ultimate in the 4X4 shed

By Matt Raudonikis16 Sep 2020

A Musso has arrived in the 4x4 shed for us to play with.

This Ford F250 build is a game-changer

By Dan Everett15 Sep 2020

Monster F250 proves that the tools we previously used to travel the country have changed quite a bit.

Super Trooper: Custom Troop Carrier

By Matt Raudonikis11 Sep 2020

Taller, wider and wilder than any Troopy we’ve seen before, this stunning Cruiser is ready for adventure.

LandCruiser Goliath is the ultimate Super Tourer

By Daniel Everett02 Sep 2020

It’s not every day you find a LandCruiser that leaves you speechless, but this isn’t your everyday LandCruiser.

We build a Hilux tourer on a budget

By James Secher01 Sep 2020

Jimmy picked up a cheap secondhand Hilux, and he’ll keep us updated on the trials and tribulations of building a 4x4 tourer on a budget.

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GEAR

New 4x4 gear: MaxTrax Indeflate + Ironman 4x4 rear tow bar

A closer look at the MaxTrax Indeflate and an Ironman 4x4 rear protecton tow bar for the VW Amarok.

We test Sherpa's Big Air compressor

By Matt Raudonikis25 Sep 2020

Sherpa’s Big Air should cover all your 4x4 air supply needs.

Electronics & Gadgets

New 4x4 gear: Uniden UH45-4 UHF radios + GME AE4707B antenna

New comms equipment for your next 4x4 trip.

Electronics & Gadgets

Ironman GVM upgrade for Jimny doubles payload

By Matt Raudonikis22 Sep 2020

New GVM upgrade suspension kit from Ironman 4x4 doubles the current-gen Jimny's payload.

New 4x4 gear: KMC KM545 wheels + Maxxis Razr AT811 + Bendix brake kit

New all-terrains from Maxxis, new wheels from KMC, and a Bendix 4x4 brake kit

New 4x4 gear: ARB Base Rack + TJM awning range

A closer look at TJM's updated range of awnings and a new storage system from ARB.

OPINION

Where's the originality in the design of new 4x4s?

By Matt Raudonikis23 Sep 2020

Matt is disappointed with the lack of originality from bespoke 4x4 manufacturers.

Opinion: Shout-outs during these COVID times

By Matt Raudonikis12 Sep 2020

Be patient folks, it's important to be thankful during these testing times.

Opinion: Does old tech make new 4x4s better?

By Matt Raudonikis03 Aug 2020

Our August 2020 cover car fuses old- and new-school 4x4 tech.

Is the Amarok V6 manual the best drivers' ute?

By Matt Raudonikis17 Jul 2020

Matt reckons the V6 manual combo in the Amarok makes it the best driving ute on the market.

Now is the time to plan a 4x4 trip

By Matt Raudonikis01 May 2020

Crack open some maps and travel guides, and plan a post-lockdown trip.

How to treat bites or stings in the outback

By Ron Moon18 Apr 2020

Animal bites and stings can be fatal when in the remote outback, our veteran outback traveler shares his experiences in unfortunate brushes with wildlife.

EXPLORE

Cancelled, postponed and upcoming 4x4 events

By Matt Raudonikis21 Sep 2020

4x4 events have been postponed and cancelled in 2020 due to COVID-19, but there are a handful still running throughout Australia.

Top 8 Australian desert trips

By Tristan Tancredi14 Sep 2020

From easy to extreme, there is an Australian desert that caters to all-comers; even newbies will find one to try.

Isuzu I-Venture visits the wilds of Tasmania

By Tristan Tancredi | Photos: Isuzu UTE Australia13 Sep 2020

The Isuzu I-Venture team attempts its toughest challenge yet: Tasmania's brutal Climies Track.

Touring Tassie's tough tracks and wild beaches: Part 3

By Ron Moon08 Sep 2020

If there is one thing Tassie is known for, it's mud ... and wild beaches.

Season 7: Tasmania

By Ron Moon & Dean Mellor07 Sep 2020

For Season 7, we head south to tour the picturesque state of Tasmania.

4X4 Adventure Series

Tasmania by 4x4: Episode 3

By Ron Moon & Dean Mellor05 Sep 2020

Our journey through Tasmania continues, with a jaunt along the wild west coast.

4X4 OF THE YEAR

2020 4X4 Of The Year contender: Jeep Wrangler Rubicon review

By Fraser Stronach | Photos: Nathan Jacobs18 Feb 2020

Can a true off-road 4x4 clinch the 4X4OTY gong?

2020 4X4 Of The Year contender: Suzuki Jimny review

By Fraser Stronach | Photos: Nathan Jacobs17 Feb 2020

Pint-sized Jimny shortlisted for a shot at the 4X4 Of The Year title.

2020 4X4 Of The Year contender: Land Rover Discovery Sd6 review

By Fraser Stronach | Photos: Nathan Jacobs16 Feb 2020

Can the V6 Disco repeat the Sd4’s success of two years ago?

2020 4X4 Of The Year contender: Nissan Navara N-Trek Warrior review

By Fraser Stronach | Photos: Nathan Jacobs15 Feb 2020

With the bark to match the bite, the Warrior dons the gloves for a title fight.

2020 4X4 Of The Year contender: Ssangyong Musso XLV Ultimate review

By Fraser Stronach | Photos: Nathan Jacobs14 Feb 2020

Ssangyong returns to 4X4OTY arena, this time with a ute.

2020 4X4 Of The Year contender: Mitsubishi Triton GLS review

By Fraser Stronach | Photos: Nathan Jacobs13 Feb 2020

After a four-year hiatus, the Triton returns to the 4X4OTY field.