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We were at Chevrolet’s local launch of its revamped Silverado, with the brand’s two-model line-up now consisting of the LTZ Premium and ZR2 range-topper. Both are essentially carryover vehicles – albeit, the interior has been overhauled with modern tech – but there’s no doubting it’s a superb touring ute for families.

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Wheels’ editor, Andy Enright, jet-setted to the Middle East to point Land Rover’s all-new Defender 130 SE P400 eight-seater toward endless sand dunes. It begs the questions, does the vehicle’s extra length affect its off-road ability?

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We also shine a spotlight on a Queensland couple who managed to salvage two junkyard GU Patrols – a 2002 space-cab and a 1998 wagon – and convert them both into something truly remarkable. A great trash-to-treasure yarn.

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Speaking of remarkable, this Dubai-spec 105 Series LandCruiser with more than 1000hp of 1FZ power has been built with the best kit to tame the harshest terrain. Loaded with a long list of the finest quality gear, this 105 Series is built to go anywhere!

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Our 2023 Ford Ranger build went into overdrive this month, with the Blue Oval ute venturing to all corners of Melbourne to get kitted up. The latest gear fitted includes a Projecta 12-volt power system, Rola MKIII Titan trays, Tru-Fit 3D floor mats and a Pacemaker King Brown exhaust system.

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As always, we pointed our tyres toward some picturesque 4×4 destinations. This month we took an historic 4×4 trip along the Darling River in NSW, explored the majestic Flinders Ranges in SA, and tackled a few lesser-known detours in Cape York.

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Plus, we tested a set of Mickey Thompson Baja Boss A/T tyres, as well as Ironman 4×4’s Air Champ Pro compressor.

What else is there?

  • News from around the world
  • New 4×4 products
  • Travel advice
  • 4×4 prices and more

The May 2023 issue of 4X4 Australia is out now.