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 Mazda BT-50 to get major update: New-look ute to premiere this week

Mazda teases the BT-50’s new look ahead of its reveal later this week

News

2024 Land Rover Defender OCTA to debut in Australia this week

The high-performance hero variant will make its local debut at SXSW Sydney

News

November 2024 issue of 4X4 Australia is out now

Y63 details, GX550 and RHD Bronco driven, two stunning custom builds, and plenty more!

Gear

Why does a 4x4 need a snorkel?

Here’s why you need an aftermarket snorkel if off-road travel is on the cards

Explore WA

The best 4x4 tracks near Perth

WA may be huge, but you don’t have to travel too far from Perth to find decent 4x4 tracks

Custom 4x4OTY

2024 Maxxis Custom 4x4 of the Year: Vote to win

The Maxxis Custom 4x4 of the Year is back, bigger than ever for 2024!

Best 4x4 tracks near Adelaide
Explore SA

Best 4x4 tracks near Adelaide

You don't have to venture far from the City of Churches to find touring gold

News

VFACTs September 2024: Ranger remains top 4x4, but RAV4 is the best-selling vehicle in Australia

Ranger remains relentless in pursuit of best-selling 4x4 crown

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2024 Mitsubishi Triton GLX-R added to local line-up

GLX-R variant returns to Triton range; in showroom this month

News

2025 GMC Yukon: Q2 release date and new details revealed

New info emerges for latest LandCruiser and Patrol rival

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Trip-ready MU-X Tour Mate launches; equipped with more than $9K worth of accessories

Touring-ready, special edition MU-X Tour Mate is loaded with accessories and is out now

News

Walkinshaw and Isuzu are working on D-MAX Blade hero variant; reveal date confirmed

Walkinshaw and Isuzu are collaborating on a tougher D-MAX hero, and Isuzu has confirmed its official reveal date

Explore VIC

Best 4x4 tracks near Melbourne

Break up the day-to-day grind and disappear down some 4x4 tracks close to Melbourne

News

2025 BYD Shark 6 on-sale date confirmed for Australia

BYD has confirmed the Australian on-sale date for its plug-in hybrid ute

Explore VIC

The best 4x4 tracks in the Victorian High Country

Essential 4x4 tracks to explore within the famous Vic High Country

Explore NT

Best 4x4 tracks near Darwin

NT's capital has plenty of ideal 4WD destinations within a few hundred kilometres

News

2025 Ford Ranger PHEV makes global debut; Stormtrak launch edition announced

Ranger plug-in hybrid officially revealed; expected to arrive in Australia in 2025

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2025 Ford Ranger PHEV: Australian development reaches major milestone

1000th prototype rolls out of Melbourne assembly facility

Explore NSW

Best 4x4 tracks near Sydney

There's more to Sydney than an Opera House. Here are a few spectacular 4x4 destinations close to the city for weekend adventures

News

Nissan Patrol Warrior claims Production Class victory at the 2024 Sunraysia Safari Cross Country Rally

Premcar-fettled Y62 Patrol Warrior dominates Production 4WD class at outback rally

News

October 2024 issue of 4X4 Australia is out now

Comprehensive Custom 4x4 of the Year coverage; D-MAX versus Triton; Everest build gets Tough Dog treatment; and plenty more!

Advice

Can't wait for the 2025 Toyota Prado? Check out these family 4WD alternatives

The next-generation Prado is arriving at the end of 2024. If you need a new family 4WD sooner, here are eight options to consider

Explore QLD

Best 4x4 tracks near Brisbane

Iconic sand islands and vast national parks, Brisbane's surrounds has something for any tourer

News

Reveal date set for next-gen Scout off-roaders

A reveal date has finally been set for Scout’s electrified off-roaders