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2023 Ford Ranger XLS review

Does the more affordable second-lowest trim grade in the 2023 Ford Ranger line-up make perfect sense for four-wheel-drivers, or should you keep saving for a Wildtrak?

INEOS Grenadier production line
News

First Ineos Grenadier rolls off production line, one step closer to local launch

Old-school Grenadier takes one step closer to local launch

First-aid kit
Opinion

OPINION: Always improve your first-aid skills

First-aid equipment and treatment is constantly evolving, and it pays to stay up to date

Hilux and Ranger
Opinion

OPINION: Part-time 4×4 doesn’t cut the mustard anymore

Part-time 4×4 doesn’t cut it these days if you want the best

November 2022 issue preview
News

Out Now: November 2022 issue of 4X4 Australia

2022 Custom 4×4 of the Year campaign begins, epic 76 Series LandCruiser build, Next-Gen Everest driven, and plenty more

MSA 4x4 cargo storage
Gear

Isuzu MU-X build: MSA 4×4 cargo system

We fit-out the back of the MU-X with an MSA Explorer drawer and fridge slide

4×4 Comparisons

2023 Mitsubishi Outlander vs Pajero Sport comparison review

So you need to carry seven people, have a little less than $60K to burn, and want an SUV. Mitsubishi has two answers. The question is: How much capability do you need?

4X4 Australia D-MAX build
Gear

4X4 Australia D-MAX: Total cost

How much did it cost to build the 4X4 Australia D-MAX, including the updated Club 4×4 insurance policy?

Reviews

2022 Toyota Hilux SR5 Premium review

The Premium package adds luxury items such as heated leather front seats to the aging but popular 2022 Toyota Hilux SR5

Readers Rigs September 2022
Gear

Readers’ Rigs: September 2022

Six new reader-submitted 4x4s land at 4X4 HQ

2023 Ford Ranger Sport V6
Reviews

2023 Ford Ranger Sport V6 review

What you get with the 2023 Next-Gen Ranger Sport V6 as the newest variant in Ford’s super-popular 4×4 pickup range

News

2023 Mitsubishi Triton: pricing, features and new special edition

Triton range revamped for 2023; new limited Sport grade; better stereos; higher prices

Armadillo Bag
Outdoors

4×4 product: Armadillo Bag

Liquid storage solutions with the all-new Armadillo Bag

Wheels & Tyres

4×4 product: YOKOHAMA Geolandar X-AT G016

A closer look at YOKOHAMA’s Geolandar X-AT G016

News

VFACTS September 2022: Ranger storms past HiLux on 4×4 sales charts

Next-gen Ranger topples ever-popular HiLux, to become new 4×4 sales leader

Explore

Road trip from Coober Pedy to Apatula, SA-NT

Road trips don’t get much better than taking the route northwards from Coober Pedy via Oodnadatta to Apatula, tracing the route of the old Ghan Railway along the way

Gear

The Best Portable Electric Chainsaws in Australia 2024

Portable electric chainsaws have plenty going for them in practical terms, and the 4X4 Australia team has sourced eight of the best going around in 2024 from the big brands to the up-and-comers

Explore

Rufus River Run: Wentworth to Renmark, NSW-SA

At the confluence of the Murray and Darling Rivers lies the NSW town of Wentworth, the starting point for our trek along the Murray and Lake Victoria to Renmark in SA

News

Toyota FJ Cruiser production for the UAE finally ends, what’s next?

Funky Toyota SUV is still sold in the Middle East.

Gear

How to: 4×4 systems and traction aids

In this instalment of 4×4 Australia’s How To: Off-Road Driving Series, we’re looking at the different 4×4 systems and traction aids available in various vehicles, what they do and how to best use them

Custom 4x4s

Rambler Vehicles’ custom 79 Series LandCruiser

Introducing Rambler Vehicles’ 79 Series Cruiser, an automotive work of art

News

Ram is considering a Ranger-sized Dakota ute

American truck specialist Ram is pondering a one-tonne ute, CEO to show a concept to dealers shortly

Explore

How to survive in the wild

Plenty can go wrong when you’re miles from civilisation – breakdowns, accidents, bush fires, floods, deadly creatures – so are you prepared for any eventuality? It can quickly become a matter of life or death

News

2022 Bronco and Tundra RHD ready for Australia

Melbourne’s American Vehicle Sales has right hand drive 2022 Ford Bronco and Toyota Tundra on the way