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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

November 2020 issue of 4X4 Australia is out now

Patriot Campers X3 Jeep

Club 4x4 Insurance Raptor

2020 SsangYong Musso XLV Ultimate mud

New LED lighting solutions for your 4x4

NEWS

Here's how you can win a Patriot X3 camper

By Tristan Tancredi29 Oct 2020

Swipe your credit card at a Jeep Dealership and you could win a Patriot X3 camper trailer.

GMC reveals open-air Hummer EV

By Tristan Tancredi21 Oct 2020

Hummer brand is reborn as an EV that's loaded with clever off-road technology

Top 5 tips for driving a 4x4 on the beach

By Tristan Tancredi20 Oct 2020

Here's how to safely enjoy your 4x4 trip to the beach.

Epic November issue is OUT NOW!

By Tristan Tancredi15 Oct 2020

Beach-dwelling GQ Patrol, 200 Series single-cab, and the all-new D-MAX versus Ranger Wildtrak. All in the November 2020 issue.

Isuzu unveils special edition MU-X ONYX

By Tristan Tancredi12 Oct 2020

It mightn’t be the next-gen model, but IUA has revealed its first ever special edition MU-X.

Ford Ranger leads the recovery of 4x4 sales

By Matt Raudonikis05 Oct 2020

The Ford Ranger and Toyota Hilux get 4x4 sales back on an upwards trend.

REVIEWS

Musso XLV Ultimate in the 4x4 shed

By Matt Raudonikis27 Oct 2020

We've been playing with a SsangYong Musso in the 4x4 shed.

We fang the Raptor-hunting 523kW Ram TRX

By Chris Collard24 Oct 2020

Ram drops its new Raptor hunter, the 523kW Supercharged Hemi powered TRX. And we drive it in the desert.

Dune-scorching custom GQ Patrol

By Matt Raudonikis22 Oct 2020

Pumped-up GQ Patrol is a flying first 4x4 for young Nick Mitic.

Off-road in Mazda's all-new BT-50

By Matt Raudonikis21 Oct 2020

Mazda steps out in a new direction with the 2020 BT-50 one-tonne ute.

Ranger leads latest pack of Readers' Rigs

By Tristan Tancredi13 Oct 2020

Six new reader-submitted 4x4s have landed at 4X4 HQ.

All-new Isuzu D-MAX vs Ford Ranger Wildtrak

By Fraser Stronach09 Oct 2020

The next-generation D-MAX is finally here, but how does it shape up againt an established benchmark?

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GEAR

New LED lighting solutions for your 4x4

A closer look at two new LED products released by ARB and Wurth.

Electronics & Gadgets

New 4x4 kit recently released by Terrain Tamer

Terrain Tamer recently released new Upper Control Arms and a Brake Kit

Radio Active: Testing GME's XRS 330-COB Radio Pack

By Matt Raudonikis19 Oct 2020

The GME XRS 330-C UHF CB teaches an old dog a few new tricks.

Electronics & Gadgets

TJM and Ironman 4x4 kit for 2021 D-MAX

A suite of equipment from two of Australia's biggest aftermarket companies is out for Isuzu's all-new 2021 D-MAX.

Walkinshaw unleashes Fury Pack for Silverado 1500

By Tristan Tancredi15 Oct 2020

Walkinshaw takes the Silverado 1500 to yet another level.

How well can Ryobi's One+ Air Pump inflate tyres?

By Matt Raudonikis11 Oct 2020

Inflating 4x4 tyres is a big ask for the Ryobi One+ Air Pump.

Electronics & Gadgets

OPINION

Should you sign up to a 4WD club?

By Kalen Zliflian28 Oct 2020

Belonging to a 4WD club brings with it myriad benefits. Club 4x4 Insurance’s Kalen Zliflian lists the reasons why you should sign up.

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.

EXPLORE

Wandering and winching in Lima, Victoria

By Miriam Blaker25 Oct 2020

Sometimes the going gets tough when there is no one else around and the humble winch becomes your next best friend.

Following famous bushranger routes in outback NSW

By Ron Moon17 Oct 2020

Wherever there was gold discovered, there were bushrangers trying to pry it out of the government’s hands, and you can still follow their trails and misdeeds in NSW.

Upcoming, postponed and cancelled 4x4 events

By Matt Raudonikis16 Oct 2020

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

The best Aussie bush pubs

By Tristan Tancredi10 Oct 2020

Fancy an outback tipple? Here are a handful of quintessential Aussie pubs where you can wet your whistle.

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.

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.