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After seven years of waiting, the Cybertruck dream is over for Australia. Tesla has ditched right-hand drive plans, leaving us wondering: did we ever really want it anyway?

The Chery Stockman is already turning heads as Australia's first diesel plug-in hybrid ute, and now it's getting the accessories to match. IRONMAN 4X4 has confirmed a full range of touring and off-road gear, from bull bars and canopies to suspension and GVM upgrades.

The all-new Nissan Navara Pro PHEV is headed to Australia in 2027, bringing 300kW, 800Nm and a 3,500kg towing capacity. Developed with local testing and tuned specifically for Australian conditions, Nissan's first electrified ute looks ready to take on everything from work sites to weekend tracks.

Ford has added two new Everest variants under the Wolftrak name, bringing exclusive green styling, premium interior finishes and a standard towing package. Available with either the proven 2.0L bi-turbo diesel or the powerful 3.0L V6, the Wolftrak blends touring capability with a fresh new look.

Land Rover has finally built a Defender ute... sort of. Revealed as part of a British Army contract bid, the Defender Wolf Series II proves the modern Defender platform can support a genuine pickup body. Could this military workhorse be the strongest hint yet at a civilian Defender ute?

A diesel plug-in hybrid, 3.5-tonne towing capacity and up to 800Nm on tap. Could the upcoming Chery Stockman be the ute that finally bridges the gap between traditional touring and electrification?

The Pajero is back. With a new ladder-frame chassis, diesel power and serious touring ambitions, Mitsubishi's iconic wagon could be ready to challenge the Prado once again.

After decades of absence, the Ford Bronco is finally heading back to Australian showrooms. There's just one catch: it's not the Bronco enthusiasts have been waiting for. So what exactly are we getting, and why is it so different from its American counterpart?

Meet Bob, the voice that's been helping Club 4X4 members for 14 years. With 600,000km of Aussie adventures under his belt, he's got no shortage of travel tips, road stories and helpful advice to share.

Premium diesel isn’t essential, but it helps keep injectors clean, reduce deposits, and protect your 4WD’s fuel system. For most drivers, using it occasionally, especially after long trips, towing, or remote adventures, is usually sufficient.

From beaches to bush tracks to water crossings, we cover 4X4s, Caravans and Camper Trailers anywhere they’re allowed to go & can recover them when things go wrong.

Here’s how to prepare and protect your setup when severe weather strikes.