One of the most intriguing and anticipated vehicles in years will arrive on local soil very soon.

But before it does, we jet-setted to the Scottish Highlands – in winter, mind you – to drive the 2023 Ineos Grenadier on challenging terrain. Dan Gardner left the launch event expressing that there’s nothing else quite like it on the market today.

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Closer to home, we took a Nissan Navara SL Warrior – the Pro-4X’s no-frills stablemate – to some wet and slippery off-road tracks in NSW. Does the Premcar-developed SL Warrior offer better bang-for-buck than the premium Pro-4X? For someone who wants an off-road-ready 4×4 from the showroom floor, it makes a compelling case.

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The featured custom builds this month include an insanely cool backyard-built FJ45 LandCruiser and a race-inspired Navara.

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Our MU-X build gets some storage support with the addition of a Rola Titan tray and Ridge Mount system – perfect for securing a swag and set of Maxtrax.

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Plus, our all-new Ranger build reaches a milestone this month, with a top-quality Trig Point canopy replacing the factory tub. Plus, we’ve added new wheels and tyres in the form of Fuel Ripper wheels inside Maxxis RAZR mud-terrains.

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In the most recent ‘How to 4×4’ instalment, Deano reveals the tricks to staying safe on the roads at night – and it takes more than just a great set of LEDs.

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What else is there?

  • 4×4 trip to Googs Track, SA
  • 4×4 trip to Cooper Creek, SA
  • OZtrail Tarkine 1400 rooftop tent tested
  • Front Runner Slimline II roof rack tested
  • New products, news and more!
The March 2023 issue of 4X4 Australia is out now.
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