Custom 4X4s

Madigan Line with Denis Bartell, NT
In 1979, Denis Bartell followed Cecil Madigan’s route across the Simpson Desert. We took Denis back to retrace his steps.

2011 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon custom review
Enthusiasm and experience culminate in this execution of off-road artistry

2011 Volkswagen Amarok vs 2011 Mitsubishi Triton vs 2011 Nissan Navara comparison review
No more one-on-one tests; it’s time for Amarok to endure some group therapy

Safari Armax Performance ECU: product review
Safari launches sophisticated, state-of-the-art Engine Control Unit (ECU).

Walkinshaw Colorado Wildfire in the works
Twin-turbo petrol V6 set to put a wick to the Colorado.

How to rotate tyres
To get the most out of 4×4 tyres, a regular rotation should be part of the schedule. Here’s how to do it.

Hybrid JL Wrangler coming in 2020: LA Motor Show
Hybrid JL Wrangler confirmed at LA Motor Show

Alpana Station, SA
Explore one of the best 4×4 tracks to be found in South Australia’s picturesque Flinders Ranges.

Limited Edition TJM Patriot bullbar in stores December 1
With only 100 Patriot bullbars available, you best get in quick.

Safari Armax Snorkel: video product test
Safari Armax snorkel is given the nod to free up the Troopy’s induction.

Ironman 4×4 opens 75th interactive showroom
Myriad new stores in the works for expanding off-road brand.

2015 Holden RG Colorado custom review
A little know-how and a lot of DIY built this bush-ready Colorado.

2011 Volkswagen Amarok Highline vs 2011 Volkswagen Amarok Ultimate comparison review
VW’s 2011 Amarok range comes with either dual-range part-time 4×4 or single-range full-time 4×4, but which system is best?

Choosing the right tyre for your 4×4
Tyres may be the most unappreciated part of a 4×4.

Opinions on 4x4s are changing
Attitudes towards four-wheel drivers are a changin’.

2010 Isuzu D-Max custom review
The often underrated dual-cab D-Max ticked all the boxes when this couple was looking for a touring rig. And they haven’t looked back

Margaret River region, WA
WA’s Margaret River region vies for the attention of all travellers, no matter what their outdoor predilection

2017 Mercedes-Benz G300 Professional joins the 4×4 shed
We liked the G-professional wagon so much, we decided to keep it.

Port Fairy, Vic
Thankfully, the visiting wildlife makes more successful landings than some of the historic nautical approaches to Port Fairy

Ron Moon reminisces on his first 4×4 adventure
Looking back across the Nullarbor

2006 Toyota TroopCarrier custom review
An ex-hire Troopie becomes a tourer for Brad and Sue Newham. After all, a million backpackers can’t be wrong … can they?

Lee Kernaghan on his favourite Australian destinations
Lee Kernaghan has sold almost two million albums in Australia alone, but he loves nothing more than getting away in the Aussie bush

Silverton Hotel, NSW: Country Pub
It’s no surprise that the Silverton Hotel was named the Best Bush Pub of 2017!

Nangar National Park, NSW
The gold rushes may have gone but western NSW retains riches for the traveller