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FJ Cruiser still strong
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FJ Cruiser still strong

Toyota’s FJ Cruiser has exceeded predicted sales, with 10,000 sold in Australia since 2011.

Mitsubishi Triton dual-cab Exceed review
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Mitsubishi Triton dual-cab Exceed review

Meet the fifth-generation of Mitsubishi’s workhorse ute range: the all-new Triton.

NP300 vs Triton MQ vs BT-50 vs Amarok
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Nissan Navara NP300 vs Mitsubishi Triton MQ vs Mazda BT-50 vs Volkswagen Amarok

New utes from Nissan and Mitsubishi are here to shake up the ute market, but how do they stack up against the established class benchmarks?

Modified Amaroks charge Land Cruiser Mountain Park
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Modified Amaroks charge Land Cruiser Mountain Park

For the 2015 October edition, 4X4 Australia sent a pack of modified Amaroks to battle it out at Queensland’s Land Cruiser Mountain Park. Check out the video.

Toyota reveals genuine accessories for new Hilux
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Toyota reveals genuine accessories for new Hilux

The new Toyota Hilux’s accessories have been revealed ahead of the 2016 vehicle’s release in October this year.

Flinders Ranges: South Australia
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Flinders Ranges: South Australia

There are many great 4WD routes in the Flinders Ranges, but this easy run simply can’t be missed.

4X4 Australia October edition on shelves now
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4X4 Australia October edition on shelves now

The 4X4 Australia October 2015 edition is on shelves now. Check out the new Ford Everest, updated Ford Ranger and a stretched Toyota Hilux.

Nissan Navara ST-X 4x4 review
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Nissan Navara ST-X 4×4 review

The Nissan Navara has stepped it up with a grunty diesel engine and spacious interior that is suited for both on-road and off-road driving.

Dirty Work
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Dirty Work

Roothy winches a Disco to safety, helps rescue a camel and gets stuck on Fraser when his starter motor fails.

El Questro: Western Australia
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El Questro: Western Australia

No trip to WA’s north-west would be complete without a visit to El Questro and Purnululu, two jewels in the otherwise dry East Kimberley.

VDJ79 Land Cruiser
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VDJ79 Land Cruiser

Bigger, louder and tougher. This customised Cruiser is built for the long haul.

Renault Alaskan Concept Truck
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Renault Alaskan Concept Truck

Renault reveals what its version of the Nissan Navara will look like.

How to- chainsaw maintenance
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How to: chainsaw maintenance

When you need your chainsaw to clear a 4×4 track or cut some fire wood, you want it to start. Here’s how to make sure it’s always ready to go.

Toyota’s Prado 150 Series has received its first significant mechanical upgrade since it first appeared in late 2009.
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2016 Toyota Prado: First Drive

Fraser Stronach gets behind the wheel of the new Toyota Prado

Nissan's NP300 Navara range now has King Cab and Single Cab versions in its ranks
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Nissan NP300 Navara goes Single Cab

Nissan’s NP300 Navara range now has King Cab and Single Cab versions in its ranks

Toyota’s Prado has a new turbo-diesel engine and a new six-speed automatic transmission.
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Prado gets new engine and transmission

Toyota has given its Land Cruiser Prado a heart transplant to bring it into line with the new-gen Hilux and Fortuner

Performance engineer Harrop opens doors
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Performance engineer Harrop opens doors

Interested in precision engineering and manufacturing? Motoring performance specialists Harrop will host its annual Open House in Melbourne this September.

Jeep JK V8
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Jeep JK Hemi V8

Mark Clancy subscribes to the theory that there’s no substitute for cubic inches. His Hemi V8 powered Jeep puts the theory to the ultimate test.

The Northern Territory's Finke River Gorge is a special place on many travellers' bucket lists
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Finke River Gorge: Northern Territory

The Northern Territory’s Finke River Gorge is a special place on many travellers’ bucket lists

Willangi Bush Escapes is just two hours from Adelaide and is perfect for a weekend adventure
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Wander Willangi: South Australia

Willangi Bush Escapes is just two hours from Adelaide and is perfect for a weekend adventure

Toyota has revealed its revamped Land Cruiser 200 Series
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Toyota upgrades Land Cruiser

Toyota has revealed its revamped Land Cruiser 200 Series ahead of its launch in Australia in October

Recovery Boards: 4x4 Beach Test
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Recovery Boards: 4×4 Beach Test

Recovery boards, bog mats, sand tracks – it doesn’t matter what you call them, as long as they get your 4×4 moving. We put the best to the test.

4x4 Australia will take on the RZR buggy challenge this weekend.
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4X4 Australia to take RZR Challenge

4X4 Australia will take on the RZR buggy challenge this weekend. But first we had to learn how to drive (crash) one. Check out the practice.

The 4x4 Australia September edition goes on sale this Thursday.
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4×4 Australia September edition on sale now

The 4X4 Australia September edition is on sale now. See the Triton and Navara take on the Amarok and BT-50.