Up until as recently as last year, and for the 11 years before that, it was Australia’s bestselling 4×4. But the Ford Ranger 4×4 has now surpassed it. Despite the Hilux still being Australia’s number-one bestseller overall …
Here is the All-New 2018 Jeep Wrangler
Without any further waits, Jeep have unveiled the all-new Wrangler at Sema. Jeep are calling the 2018 JL Wrangler it the ‘most capable SUV ever’, which going by the pedigree of previous models, could well …
Hennessey VelociRaptor lands in Australia
ONE of the wildest off-road vehicles ever conceived will soon be available to buyers in Australia, but you’ll need deep pockets to secure one. The Hennessey VelociRaptor takes the already nuts Ford Raptor, stretches it, adds six-wheel drive and …
Bosch Putting Safety First
Avoid this happening to you on your next trip. Known to be right at the forefront of innovative new vehicle technology, Bosch Australia is proudly showcasing something we have all been waiting for- an innovative trailer safety …
Tesla Model X
Yes, it’s got gull wings, but can it tow? We tow-test the new Tesla SUV, the all-electric Model X. Whether you like it or not, the internal combustion engine is on the way out, thanks …
Top-Spec Everest Titanium Now With 18in Wheels
For those who pride practicality over perception. If 20in wheels aren’t your cup of tea, Ford is now offering 18in on their top-specced Titanium Everest as an FOC (Free Of Charge) option. The overall diameter …
Toyota Prado GXL Custom Review
He’s a gadget freak and proud of it. One look inside Matt Beetham’s Toyota Prado and you can tell. The dash and roof are chock-a-block with meters, radios, leads and screens, and that’s just the start of it. …
Destination – Alice Springs To Uluru
Take an unforgettable five or six day journey on the Red Centre Way from Alice Springs to Uluru and revel in the beauty that surrounds you along the way. This 1100km loop will take you …
5 Questions To Ask Yourself Before You Travel Outback
Just how ready are YOU to travel the outback? No, we don’t mean your car or your finanaces. We mean YOU. Not your vehicle. You. There’s a myriad of general tips about vehicle preparation out there, …
Tasmania on a Plateau
It’s hard not to be awed viewing Tassie from up here. Words & images by Jan Hawkins The Central Highland Plateau of Tasmania, otherwise known as the Lakes World Heritage region, is a world very …
PROBLEM CAMPERS FORCE RESTRICTIONS ON KIMBERLEY CAMPSITES
By Sam Purcell / Yeeda Station Image credit: PeterWH. Via Wikimedia Commons A number of campsites at Yeeda Station, south of Derby in the Kimberley have had access restricted by the land owners. The campsites are …
IS PRIVATE PROPERTY CAMPING THE FUTURE OF 4X4 EXPLORATION?
We go to Lorella Springs Station to find out. Northern Territory. Atrip to the Gulf Country is not for the faint-hearted. It was the effort to reach this remote place that led to the demise …
2017 ISUZU D-MAX AND MU-X FIRST DRIVE
Isuzu have officially released the new 2017 D-Max ute and MU-X wagon, and our previous story that exclusively leaked the details have proven true: They have stuck with the 3.0 litre turbo-diesel donk, which makes …
HOW TO NOT LOAD YOUR ROOF RACK. A CAUTIONARY TALE
What we have for your today is a story from Facebook, which has a few people in a bit of a sharing dither. We picked it up from our mates at Unsealed 4X4 on Facebook, who credit a …
HOW TO: TACKLE STEEP DESCENTS (MINUS THE BROWN UNDIES)
Sooner or later you’re going to come across a steep hill that you’re going to need to drive down. It’s simply a fact of life when driving off-road. The nose of the vehicle drops down …
7 Tips For Buying Your Next Swag
There is a lot to look out for when buying a modern-day swag. Here is a starting point on your next purchase. A mate recently asked me which swag he should buy. It got me …
5 Reasons an Upright Fridge is Better Than a Chest Fridge
It’s cheaper Compared to an Engel chest fridge of the same size, you’re saving yourself exactly $700. The 80-litre Engel ST90F I have goes for $1,325 RRP. That’s about 14 cartons of Coopers Pale Ale. …
Recipe: Spam fritters & crumbed Spam slices
SPAM is sold in virtually every grocery store Australia-wide, and we’ve found it easy to get wherever we go, making it an ideal camp food. It’s even said that there are 12.8 cans of Spam …
Mallee Shakedown – Exploring a Forgotten Outback Road
But are we going the RIGHT way?” Gary’s knuckles whiten on the wheel. “Well.” I hesitate. “Actually…” The HEMA app says there’s no road, but it’s impossible to argue with the wide red track graded …
2018 Ford F-150 Police Responder ute revealed
Ford Motor Companyhas unveiled the US police industry’s first pursuit-rated ute. Based on the F-150 FX4, the Police Responder will run a 3.5-litre EcoBoost V6 engine (280kW/637Nm), Ford’s SelecShift 10-speed automatic transmission and the FX4’s off-road …
Cooking: Lamb Roast
Ingredients: Lamb Belly 2 Pieces Zest of a Lemon Coriander Parsley Chorizo Sausage Salt Pineapple Juice Method: Lay out your lamb belly and trim to a square shape, overlay the bellies to do this. Stuff …
How You’re Buggering Your Auto-Box
Want to find out exactly what makes autos so good off-road and how you’re probably killing yours? We have a chat with one of the best in the business… First, we need a refresher on how …
Is Private Property Camping the Future of 4X4 Exploration?
We go to Lorella Springs Station to find out. Northern Territory. Atrip to the Gulf Country is not for the faint-hearted. It was the effort to reach this remote place that led to the demise …
Illegal Modifications – Running the Gauntlet
Over the last few years we have been writing articles on a weekly basis covering a wide-range of topics on 4WDing and Insurance. During that time we have grown our audience significantly and hence, many of you …
National 4X4 Show Melbourne: Jackson’s Highlights!
At Club 4X4 we are a very fortunate bunch – we have the opportunity to jump in our beloved GU Patrol and head all over Australia to various trade shows, open days and other industry …
