Interview with Ironman 4x4's Kristian Ristell

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

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

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

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?

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

Off-road racing is fun at your own pace

You don't need to gun for the podium to enjoy a spot of off-road racing.

Interview with Tough Dog's Simon Vella

Tough Dog Suspension’s Simon Vella has spent more than a quarter of a century designing suspension for everything from off-road tourers to bullet- and bomb-proof five-tonne Land Cruisers.

Spy shots of 2020 Land Rover Defender fail to impress

Leaked photos of the 2020 Defender disappoint old-school diehards.

Custom 4x4 builds to stir the mind

There’s nothing like a fully loaded custom rig to get the mind spinning with ideas for your own 4x4 build.

We need an EV infrastructure before adopting EVs

Promising half new vehicles sales to be electric in a decade is putting the cart before the horse.

The allure of going on a 4x4 outback journey

The desert’s lifeless expanse makes Ron feel more alive than ever.

The Jeep Gladiator is the most significant new 4x4 of the decade

When the Gladiator arrives it will truly be in a class of its own.

Interview with Narva's Jake Smith

Jake Smith has been an integral cog of the lighting giant for nearly 12 years, and he showcases Narva's lights every time he heads bush.

Demand for old-school 4x4s are driving prices up

More than $30,000 for a Suzuki Jimny... who'da thunk it?

Always pick a trusted installer for your aftermarket 4x4 accessories

If you are going to pay someone to install an aftermarket accessory, make sure they are good at their job!

Plug-in hybrids offer an answer to electrification

I’ve seen the future … or at least the future for some of us.

Should Victoria have more National Parks?

Push for more national parks in Victoria could come at the cost of state budgets and livelihoods.

Newer 4x4s aren't always better

Today's obsession on emissions tech has Matt pining for the good ol' days.

Interview with ARB's Matt Frost

Matt Frost has spent a quarter of a century helping keep this ever-expanding off-road powerhouse front and centre when it comes to the gear wish lists of four-wheel drivers.

Electric drivetrain impress on road, but questions loom off-road

Is an electrified 4x4 future on the horizon?

The most anticipated 4x4s of 2019

2019 is shaping up as a massive year

What should you do before crossing the outback

Dying in the desert is an unimaginable fate but a very real possibility, here are some steps you can take to survive.

Driverless cars are going nowhere, fast

Even influential tech gurus agree that nothing is going to happen anytime soon.

Why the 2020 Jeep Gladiator is one of the most hotly anticipated 4x4 of the year

Excitement builds for the Gladiator and Matt explains why it is more than your average ute