Custom 4X4s
Ford Ranger light protectors and surrounds
A crucial piece of kit for protecting headlights in harsh terrain and in extreme weather conditions
Ford Ranger scuff plates
An often-overlooked accessory for any vehicle, so let’s delve into the options available to the Ranger
Ford Ranger sports bars
Providing increased support for cargo, sports bars also give your Ranger a more rugged look
Golden shortcut: Yunta to Wilpena Pound, SA
A shortcut can save on time and fuel, but sometimes it can add to an adventure
Not a Prado! Lexus GX470 custom build
A factory V8 petrol-powered Lexus GX470 based on a Prado and rolling on 37-inch tyres. Why can’t we build them like this in Australia?
Tested: Companion 200W folding solar panel and Rover 40 lithium power station
How are the Companion 200W folding solar panel and Rover 40 lithium power station holding up after a year of use and abuse?
2023 Ford Ranger build: Trig Point canopy
The 4X4 Australia Ford Ranger build passes a major milestone, with the fitment of a smart Trig Point canopy
2023 Nissan Navara SL Warrior: 4×4 review
No-frills version of the PRO-4X Warrior fanged off-road
MU-X build: Rola Titan Tray and Ridge Mount system
We maximise the Isuzu’s carrying capacity with a Rola Titan tray on a Ridge Mount system
Clearview mirrors now available for next-gen Ranger and Everest
Clearview’s range of mirrors now covers all new Ranger and Everest models
2023 Ford Ranger build: Fuel Ripper wheels and Maxxis RAZR tyres
We ditch the Ranger’s standard wheels and tyres for better looking and more suitable replacements
GCM, GVM and payload: What are they?
Your guide to some ute basics that can easily confuse newcomers.
2023 Ford Ranger build: TJM bar, winch and underbody protection
Our Ford Ranger build kicks off with the installation of quality TJM gear
2023 Ford Ranger XLT 4-cyl v Toyota HiLux SR5: Spec to spec
Ford’s new-gen Ranger has proven a hit since launching in 2022, outselling its HiLux arch-rival in January 2023. So how do these mid-range variants compare on paper?
Opinion: Towing cross country? Learn the basics first
If you plan on towing cross country, then it’s best to learn the basics first
Readers’ Rigs: January 2023
More Readers’ Rigs to whet your four-wheeling appetite
Razed Products’ MaxTrax Flush Mounting Kit review
Mounting kit provides an easy way to carry and quickly access MaxTrax boards
2023 Isuzu D-Max review: 1.9-litre SX 4×4
Isuzu’s new 2023 range refresh includes an intriguing 1.9-litre 4×4 fleet-special dual-cab D-Max. Under-engined? Let’s see…
Opinion: Manual gearboxes for 4x4s are on the endangered list
It has become an automatic choice for nearly all new-car buyers
Top-end Toyota N80 Hilux SR5
Built for reliability and touring comfort, this top-end Hilux gets the job done with a minimum of fuss
Best 4×4 buys of 2023
Depending on your cash flow, here are some of the best 4x4s you can buy in 2023
Jeep marks 20th anniversary of Wrangler Rubicon with limited edition model
Limited to 150 vehicles, the Wrangler Rubicon 20th Anniversary Edition will be offered to only USA buyers
Electric Ineos will be off-road ready
Ineos’s second model to bring ‘impressive off-road credentials’ to the electric vehicle market
New 4×4 products buyers’ guide: January 2023
Keeping an eye on new products to hit aftermarket shelves so far this year