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August 2019 issue of 4X4 Australia out now

Pair of coiled Cruisers, DBOR-tweaked JL Wrangler, the seven best showroom-stock off-roaders, and plenty more.

By Tristan Tancredi

4X4 Australia August 2019 issue preview

2019 Birdsville Races seeking volunteers

Navman DRIVEDUO SUV GPS product test

Cub Frontier camper trailer 4x4 product test

New 4x4 maps books August 2019

Scuderia Cameron Glickenhaus Boot Steve McQueen Baja Boot

2020 Ford Ranger updates announced

NEWS

2019 Birdsville Races seeking volunteers

By Tristan Tancredi18 Aug 2019

Volunteer registrations for the 2019 Birdsville Races are now live.

Scuderia Cameron Glickenhaus Boot reimagines Steve McQueen's Baja racer

By Daniel Wong16 Aug 2019

American racing outfit and car builder reveals 21st century interpretation of McQueen’s off-road racer.

2020 Ford Ranger updates announced

By Tristan Tancredi16 Aug 2019

New kit for the 2020 Ranger, with the new model on sale December 2019

The man behind the 'how to poo in the bush' video

By Sean Muir14 Aug 2019

He taught us how to poo in the bush, so we caught up with Jim McNabb to see what other outback lessons we could learn.

How to poo in the bush

By Sean Muir14 Aug 2019

An Aussie 4x4er has taken to YouTube to toilet-train careless campers on how to poo in the bush.

2020 Rezvani TANK is built for the end of the world

By Tristan Tancredi13 Aug 2019

The bullet-proof TANK is the world’s most extreme SUV.

2020 MG Extender ute not coming to Australia

By Tristan Tancredi13 Aug 2019

Don’t get too excited, the MG Extender ute isn’t coming to Australia.

GEAR

Navman DRIVEDUO SUV GPS navigation unit: 4x4 product test

By Dean Mellor18 Aug 2019

The Navman DRIVEDUO SUV combines a dash cam with GPS navigation, and throws in a few extras as well.

Electronics & Gadgets

Cub Frontier camper trailer: 4x4 product test

By Dan Everett17 Aug 2019

More than 50 years of R&D brings us the quickest forward-fold camper yet.

New 4x4 maps and books: August 2019

By Justin Walker17 Aug 2019

Escape the rat race and unwind with a good book, with these new 4x4 products.

New 4x4 engine, transmission and battery maintenance gear: August 2019

By Justin Walker15 Aug 2019

Optimise your vehicle’s essential bits with quality aftermarket kit.

New tyres, brakes and suspension components: August 2019

By Justin Walker11 Aug 2019

Big players on the aftermarket scene release a bunch of new 4x4 kit.

New 4x4 bullbars and side steps: August 2019

By Justin Walker10 Aug 2019

A selection of all-new bullbars and side steps currently in aftermarket catalogues.

All-new campsite essentials: August 2019

By Justin Walker09 Aug 2019

New camping equipment to make life at camp even easier.

REVIEWS

What causes a ute chassis to bend?

By Ron and Viv Moon15 Aug 2019

What causes a ute chassis to bend and how to prevent it from happening.

Twin custom Toyota 76 Series Land Cruisers review

By Dan Everett14 Aug 2019

You’re not seeing double, this pigeon pair of Cruisers are a match made in heaven.

2019's best new off-road 4x4s

By Fraser Stronach12 Aug 2019

Keen to head straight from the showroom to serious off-road tracks with only a tyre stop along the way? These are the seven best 4x4s money will buy.

2019 Suzuki Jimny vs Jeep JL Wrangler vs Mercedes-Benz G-Class 4x4 comparison review

By Matt Raudonikis | Photos: Holger Karkheck10 Aug 2019

Traditional 4x4 wagons are on the decline, but this trio keeps the dream alive regardless of your budget.

4x4 Comparisons

MSA 4x4 Custom Toyota LandCruiser 200 6x6: part 3

By Dean Mellor | Photos: AEV & Shane Miles06 Aug 2019

Project Super Cruiser is a more complicated build than anyone could have imagined, but progress remains steady despite several delays.

1976 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 long-term review: 4x4 Shed

By Matt Wood04 Aug 2019

Woody lives a childhood dream.

Double Black Offroad's custom Jeep JL Wrangler Overland review

By Justin Walker | Photos: Cristian Brunelli03 Aug 2019

Double Black Offroad revealed the first modified Aussie-based JL Wrangler – an unstoppable Punk’N Orange Overland – before the Wrangler’s official Down Under launch.

OPINION

Power and torque explained

By Fraser Stronach16 Aug 2019

Engine output is defined by power and torque, but which one is more important to how a 4x4 performs?

Part-time 4WD vs full-time 4WD: What are the differences?

By Fraser Stronach05 Aug 2019

Part-time 4WD or full-time 4WD? Are three diffs better than two?

Interview with Ironman 4x4's Kristian Ristell

By 4x4 Australia29 Jul 2019

Kristian helps design and supply suspension kit for Afghan-bound Rangers and armoured rigs, through to everyday Aussie off-roaders.

Soft shackles are great for getting out of emergency situations

By Dean Mellor28 Jul 2019

Broken down in croc-infested waters? You’re gonna need a quick and safe recovery technique.

Choosing the "best stock off-road 4x4" is tricky

By Matt Raudonikis27 Jul 2019

After giving the subject much thought, 4x4 Australia has named the "Serious Seven" in its August 2019 issue.

Experiencing the Kimberley from the coast is not to be missed

By Ron Moon06 Jul 2019

Ron finally tries taking on a watery route on his trip through the Kimberley.

Will the superiority of electric vehicle drivetrains spell the end of the piston engine?

By Fraser Stronach02 Jul 2019

Superior in performance metrics, refinement, efficiency, and simplicity, can EVs replace the traditional engine?

EXPLORE

Australian 4x4 Event Calendar

By 4x4 Australia12 Aug 2019

Here are the latest 4x4 events and festivals taking place around Australia.

Condon to Marble Bar route, WA: 4x4 travel guide

By Ron Moon04 Aug 2019

From the sea to the iron- and gold-rich mountains of the northern Pilbara.

Chillagoe, QLD: 4x4 travel guide

By Dick Eussen03 Aug 2019

Cape York adventures can begin long before reaching Cape York proper.

South-East coast of NSW 4x4 trip - Episode 3: 4x4 Adventure Series

By Matt Raudonikis & Ron Moon01 Aug 2019

Historic huts, dusty tracks, beautiful beaches and an enticing museum; all within cooee of Eden.

Pilliga National Park, NSW: 4x4 travel guide

By Kev Smith26 Jul 2019

Adventure awaits within NSW’s rugged Pilliga National Park.

Wandiligong, Vic: 4x4 travel guide

By Miriam Blaker14 Jul 2019

Vibrant sub-alpine town near Bright in Victoria's north-east is ideal for 4x4 enthusiasts.

Nundle, NSW: 4x4 travel guide

By Kev Smith13 Jul 2019

Once a bustling mining town, this small area near Tamworth still hides a few treasures.

Arnhem land, NT: 4x4 travel guide

By Dick Eussen09 Jul 2019

Dick Eussen reminisces on dangerous and daring Arnhem Land expeditions.

South-east coast of NSW 4x4 trip - Episode 2: 4x4 Adventure Series

By Matt Raudonikis & Ron Moon07 Jul 2019

The rugged hinterland in the south-east of NSW is full of hidden gems and abandoned goldfields.