Matt Raudonikis

4X4 Australia Editor

Matt is a 30-year veteran of the auto industry spending the last seven as 4x4 Australia editor. As a result, he has been pigeonholed in to the 4x4/off-road arena but he’s into anything with an internal combustion engine and wheels, or no wheels. He has been writing about cars since 1990 and video reviewing them for seven years.

Ricardo reveals military-spec Ford Ranger
News

Ford Ranger gets the mil-spec treatment

British company, Ricardo, unveil tough, military-spec Ranger 4x4.

Ford Ranger diagrams removable hard top possibility
News

Open-top Ranger a possibility

Could the next-generation Ford Ranger ute have a removable roof?

News

Toyota goes retro with 2020 Land Cruiser Heritage Edition

LC200 Heritage Edition now on sale in the USA, and Australia gets a special one-off

Water Watch fuel separator 4x4 product test review
Outdoors

Water Watch fuel separator: 4x4 product test

We fitted a Water Watch fuel separator to protect our Ranger’s diesel engine against fuel contamination.

4x4 adventure ideas on Instagram
Opinion

Get inspired for your next 4x4 adventure...from Instagram

Social media is a great place to look for ideas for your next great 4x4 adventure.

Ford Bronco mules Australia spyshots
News

Ford Bronco mules spotted testing in Australia

Ford’s new off roader spotted undergoing evaluation in Australia but will not be sold here.

Keep our 4x4 tracks clean opinion
Opinion

Keep our 4x4 tracks clean

We need to be responsible for our own footprint on the environment.

2019 Suzuki Jimny vs Jeep JL Wrangler Rubicon vs Mercedes-Benz G-Class 4x4 comparison review
4x4 Comparisons

2019 Suzuki Jimny vs Jeep JL Wrangler vs Mercedes-Benz G-Class 4x4 comparison review

Traditional 4x4 wagons are on the decline, but this trio keeps the dream alive regardless of your budget.

Nissan Cummins discontinues Titan diesel V8 engine
News

Nissan axes V8 diesel Titan amid news of Australian launch

Nissan V8 diesel Titan axed as part of 2020 model refresh.

Mil-Spec Automotive bespoke H1 Hummer
News

Mil-Spec Automotive debuts bespoke H1 Hummer

Is this the ultimate incarnation of the H1 Hummer?

Exploring NSW South-East part 3
Explore NSW

South-East coast of NSW 4x4 trip - Episode 3: 4x4 Adventure Series

Historic huts, dusty tracks, beautiful beaches and an enticing museum; all within cooee of Eden.

Entry-spec 2020 Land Rover Defender spied
News

Working class 2020 Land Rover Defender spied

All-new Defender 90 snapped wearing steel wheels.

Choosing the best stock off-road 4x4
Opinion

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.

2019 Land Rover Discovery SD4 4x4 review
Road Tests

2019 Land Rover Discovery SD4 4x4 review

The Discovery Sd4 was judged 4x4 of the Year in 2017, but what is it like to live with? We’ve had ours for six months and don’t want to give it back.

2019 Tickford Ford F-150 4x4 review
Road Tests

2019 Tickford Ford F-150 4x4 review

Tickford has tweaked the F-truck to bring you a wicked workhorse.

South-east coast of NSW 4x4 trip Episode 2 4x4 Adventure Series
Explore NSW

South-east coast of NSW 4x4 trip - Episode 2: 4x4 Adventure Series

The rugged hinterland in the south-east of NSW is full of hidden gems and abandoned goldfields.

2020 Land Rover Defender specs leaked
News

2020 Land Rover Defender specs leaked

Leaked information reveals three-model range for new Defender wagon.

Custom 2006 Toyota N70 Hilux review
Custom 4x4s

Custom 2006 Toyota N70 Hilux review

Stock-as-a-rock N70 Hilux gets transformed into a gold nugget.

Off-road racing fun at your own pace
Opinion

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.

Explore NSW

South-east coast of NSW: Episode 1

Rolling through the white sand and red dirt of NSW’s stunning south-east coast.

2020 Holden Colorado first 4x4 drive review
Road Tests

2020 Holden Colorado first 4x4 drive review

Small steps for 2020 Holden Colorado

Snow driving: Preparation
Gear

How to prepare a 4x4 for snow driving

Stay safe on the slippery alpine slopes by following these simple steps.

Ironman 4x4 popular ute accessories review
Gear

Ironman 4x4 Toyota Hilux, Ford Ranger, and Mitsubishi Triton accessories review

What does it take to make the Hilux, Ranger and Triton the best off-road trucks? We head for the hills in a trio of kitted-up utes to put them through their paces.

Goodyear Duratrac tyres 4x4 product test
Wheels & Tyres

Goodyear Duratrac: 4x4 product test

Durable rubber for our resident Discovery.