Tristan Tancredi

Journalist

Tristan Tancredi

When he’s not obsessing over sport - Aussie Rules and NBA the two biggest culprits – Tristan loves getting out and about, whether it’s around Australia or further abroad. Exploring new places and finding hidden treasures are right up 4X4 Australia’s alley, so writing about places a four-wheel drive will take you, and the gear you’ll need to get you there, seems a natural fit.

News

2025 BYD Denza B5 spied testing in Australia

Plug-in hybrid SUV prototype seen on local roads, but will we see it in Aussie dealerships this year?

News

VFACTs: Ford Ranger was the best-selling vehicle in Australia in 2024

Ranger domination continues, as Ford’s unassailable ute ends 2024 atop the sales charts

News

VFACTs: Toyota dominates overall sales in Australia in 2024

Toyota is the best-selling brand in Australia; but Ford Ranger remains the best selling vehicle

Gear

New 4x4 aftermarket products: December 2024

A bunch of 4x4 aftermarket gear landed locally in December

Electronics & Gadgets

UHF CB Radios: everything you need to know

A UHF CB radio is an essential, non-negotiable tool for any remote-area traveller

Opinion

Five non-negotiables for safe touring this festive season

Trip preparation: Stay safe on the roads this holiday season

News

2024 JAC T9 ute: Australian deliveries begin

The first Aussie customers have received their all-new T9 dual-cab

News

INEOS reveals Grenadier Quartermaster Kaiju one-off custom build

Kaiju Quartermaster showcases an extensive range of accessories and customisable options

News

Patriot Campers transforms Adrian Portelli’s Jeep Wrangler Rubicon

Patriot given green light to overhaul Adrian Portelli’s brand-new Jeep Wrangler Rubicon into SEMA stunner

News

The Champ is here: Odd-looking three-row HiLux Rangga SUV

Champ-based seven-row Toyota SUV set for Indonesian roads

News

2025 Toyota Prado gets five-star ANCAP safety rating

Top safety score for the all-new Prado

News

Refreshed 2025 Toyota LandCruiser 300 Series set for Q2 arrival

Toyota’s family-friendly off-road wagon gets biggest update since its 2021 launch

4x4 Comparisons

2025 Ford Ranger PHEV vs BYD Shark: SPEC BATTLE!

Rocking the status quo! We line up the spec sheets of two plug-in hybrid utes en-route to Australia

Gear

TJM launches Venturer bull bar to suit Ford F-150 Lightning

Aussie-designed and built steel bull bar for F-150 EV

News

VFACTs November 2024: Strong start on the sales charts for the all-new Prado

Prado hits the market running, while the Ford Ranger keeps forging on

News

2024 Maxxis Custom 4x4 of the Year winner revealed

This 80 Series proves LandCruisers remain the people’s choice!

Gear

2025 Toyota LandCruiser Prado: TJM reveals new bar designs

TJM unveils new bar designs for the Prado; available to order now

News

JAC announces warranty loan program for its T9 dual-cab ute

Industry-leading warranty loan program will keep JAC T9 owners on the road during warranty repairs

News

We just bought a 2025 BYD Shark 6 ute!

We bought a Shark, and it'll arrive at 4X4 HQ early next year!

News

2025 Toyota LandCruiser Prado: Full specs and features list

An in-depth look at the all-new Prado line-up

News

Range of Toyota Genuine Accessories available for 2025 Toyota LandCruiser Prado

The all-new Prado will come with a suite of Toyota Genuine Accessories

News

2025 GMC Yukon SUV: Everything we know

Premium large SUV is tracking for a Q2 2025 release in Australia

News

2025 GMC Yukon: Australian pricing and specs revealed

Order books open for the burly eight-seater, but deep pockets needed to secure one

News

2025 Toyota Prado equipped with ARB kit on display at SEMA 2024

ARB showcases a selection of its gear for the all-new Prado