NEWS

Preview: March 2021 issue of 4X4 Australia

By Tristan Tancredi, 01 Mar 2021

OPINION

Don’t believe everything you read in car brochures

OUTDOORS

TESTED: ARB BASE Rack and accessories

EXPLORE SA

4x4 trip: Depot Creek in South Australia

NEWS

VFACTS: Hilux remains best-selling 4x4

By Tristan Tancredi03 Mar 2021

Solid 4x4 sales in February indicate resurgence is continuing.

Jeep Australia reveals limited run of Wrangler Unlimited Willys

By Tristan Tancredi03 Mar 2021

Jeep gets its 80th anniversary celebrations rolling by announcing limited run of Wrangler Unlimited Willys.

Land Rover launches 386kW/625Nm Defender V8, Australian pricing revealed

By Tristan Tancredi25 Feb 2021

Land Rover confirms V8 Defender is on its way

Raptor-fighting TRX launches, with Australian deliveries on the cards

By Tristan Tancredi25 Feb 2021

TRX debuts with unrivalled pace and power ... for a pick-up.

No Facebook, no worries. Here’s how to get your 4x4 fix

By Matt Raudonikis22 Feb 2021

There are still plenty of ways to reach 4X4 Australia magazine.

Last chance to win a Patriot X3 camper

By Tristan Tancredi22 Feb 2021

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

REVIEWS

Musso XLV Ultimate in the 4x4 Australia shed

By Matt Raudonikis05 Mar 2021

How does the SsangYong Musso perform under the 4x4 Australia long-term microscope?

2020 Isuzu D-MAX LS-M off-road review

By Evan Spence04 Mar 2021

Here’s why the mid-spec LS-M D-MAX is the smart call for modern four-wheel drivers.

Kitted-out 2012 Land Rover Defender

By Evan Spence02 Mar 2021

Don’t lie, you wish your first 4x4 was as neat as this kitted-out Defender

Custom 69 Stout is a giant killer

By Daniel Everett26 Feb 2021

Built with nothing more than experience and hands, this Stout is one of the toughest rigs on the tracks.

David versus Goliath: SsangYong Musso vs Toyota Hilux

By Matt Raudonikis23 Feb 2021

Toyota gave its Hilux a well-deserved upgrade late in 2020, so we took an SR5 out with our long-term Musso XLV to see how the fresh model performs.

4x4 Comparisons

Video: Wild Toyota FJ45 winch truck

By Evan Spence18 Feb 2021

Have you ever wondered what would happen if you combined the best parts from Toyota, Nissan and General Motors? This wild FJ45 winch truck is what you get.

GEAR

Kenda Klever Mud-Terrain tyres tested

By Kev Smith27 Feb 2021

Lesser-known tyres like these Kendas can deliver similar results as more established brands, and sometimes at up to half the cost.

Tested: Ultimate 9 throttle controller

By Evan Spence24 Feb 2021

After six months of testing the ultimate 9 throttle controller in my Hilux, is it worth the money?

Electronics & Gadgets

High Voltage: Dual-battery system test

By Chris Collard21 Feb 2021

Dual-battery systems that won’t leave you stranded in the outback.

Electronics & Gadgets

New camping equipment from Companion

Companion ring burner, lithium power, two-burner stove and gas shower.

TRED recovery board + EFS kinetic rope + EFS X3 LED torch

New 4x4 recovery gear from TRED and EFS

OzTrail Director’s Chair + Oztrail Ironside tables + Campfire jaffle irons

New camping gear from OzTrail and Campfire

OPINION

What's the deal with vehicle valuations?

By Kalen Ziflian14 Feb 2021

Club 4x4's Kalen Ziflian looks at when the COVID-19 price bubble for used cars will burst.

Here’s why it’s essential to completely extinguish a campfire

By Ron Moon13 Feb 2021

Lessons to learn from Fraser Island bushfires

One of Australia’s most historical tourers: 1952 'Overland'

By Ron Moon06 Feb 2021

Ron Moon regales us with tales of some of Australia’s most historical tourers

Is Toyota’s 4.5-litre V8 diesel on the chopping block?

By Fraser Stronach19 Jan 2021

Is Toyota going to invest in a new-generation diesel for the 300?

Here’s why the new Defender upsets Land Rover purists

By Fraser Stronach31 Dec 2020

The new Defender has upset a lot of Land Rover faithful.

Vanishings haunt the Vic High Country

By Ron Moon20 Dec 2020

The Vic High Country is haunted by strange disappearances, both old and new.

EXPLORE

4x4 trip to Googs Track in South Australia

By Scott Mason28 Feb 2021

There is nothing better than deflating the tyres, hitting the dirt and feeling like you are the only person on this planet.

Exploring North Stradbroke Island by 4x4

By Matthew & Lucy Eaton20 Feb 2021

Dreaming of a getaway? Why not check out what Straddie has to offer … it’s the whole box and dice!

Upcoming, postponed and cancelled 4x4 events

By Matt Raudonikis12 Feb 2021

4x4 events were postponed and cancelled in 2020 due to COVID-19, but the gates are opening up again throughout Australia.

4x4 trip to Victoria’s stunning Mallee region

By Adam McNicol05 Jan 2021

Sunsets, big skies, flat landscapes, desert dunes and salt lakes all shape the Mallee.

Darling River run in NSW

By Toby Hagon02 Jan 2021

The Darling River run in western NSW follows the famous river, its towns, history and unique outback environments.

2020 Drive 4 Life team tours outback NSW

Like many events planned for 2020, COVID restrictions pushed the Drive 4 Life team to reassess its plans.

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.

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