What do you get when you cross a HiLux with a Tonka?

Dirk Hartog Island isn’t your average 4X4 trip. It’s remote, raw, and completely unforgiving if you’re not prepared. From barge logistics to soft sand driving and tide traps, this guide breaks down what it really takes to tackle one of Australia’s most rewarding off-road destinations.

Buying a used dual cab ute in 2026 can be the smartest way into touring, towing and weekend adventures, but only if you know what to look for. This guide breaks down the best-value options in Australia (HiLux, Ranger, D-MAX, Triton and Navara), what you’ll get at each budget, and the inspection checks that stop a “bargain” becoming a money pit.

A weekend of sand, effort and community. The 2026 K’gari Clean Up brought together the 4WD community to remove tonnes of rubbish from one of Australia’s most iconic islands, proving that looking after the places we love starts with showing up.