Out now: May 2023 issue of 4X4 Australia

Our massive May 2023 issue of 4X4 Australia is officially on sale.

We were at Chevrolet’s local launch of its revamped Silverado, with the brand’s two-model line-up now consisting of the LTZ Premium and ZR2 range-topper. Both are essentially carryover vehicles - albeit, the interior has been overhauled with modern tech - but there’s no doubting it’s a superb touring ute for families.

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Wheels’ editor, Andy Enright, jet-setted to the Middle East to point Land Rover’s all-new Defender 130 SE P400 eight-seater toward endless sand dunes. It begs the questions, does the vehicle’s extra length affect its off-road ability?

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We also shine a spotlight on a Queensland couple who managed to salvage two junkyard GU Patrols - a 2002 space-cab and a 1998 wagon - and convert them both into something truly remarkable. A great trash-to-treasure yarn.

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Speaking of remarkable, this Dubai-spec 105 Series LandCruiser with more than 1000hp of 1FZ power has been built with the best kit to tame the harshest terrain. Loaded with a long list of the finest quality gear, this 105 Series is built to go anywhere!

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Our 2023 Ford Ranger build went into overdrive this month, with the Blue Oval ute venturing to all corners of Melbourne to get kitted up. The latest gear fitted includes a Projecta 12-volt power system, Rola MKIII Titan trays, Tru-Fit 3D floor mats and a Pacemaker King Brown exhaust system.

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As always, we pointed our tyres toward some picturesque 4x4 destinations. This month we took an historic 4x4 trip along the Darling River in NSW, explored the majestic Flinders Ranges in SA, and tackled a few lesser-known detours in Cape York.

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Plus, we tested a set of Mickey Thompson Baja Boss A/T tyres, as well as Ironman 4x4's Air Champ Pro compressor.

What else is there?

• News from around the world
• New 4x4 products
• Travel advice
• 4x4 prices and more

The May 2023 issue of 4X4 Australia is out now.