Custom 4X4s

An artist’s dream: Silverton, NSW
At dawn and dusk, the spectacular outlook over the Mundi Mundi Plains offers viewers the full palette of outback hues. Come with us as we roam the ruins of a once thriving mining area

Tested: Terrain Tamer brakes review
You can spend a lot of money searching for the holy grail of brakes, but what is the best bang for your buck for your 4WD?

2022 Volkswagen Amarok W580X goes on sale as prices increased
Walkinshaw and VW’s W580X Amarok will be limited to 600 units

2023 Ssangyong Torres off-roading SUV teased
The electric mid-size SUV is aimed at the more adventurous end of the market

2022 Volkswagen Amarok W580X review: Tested on- and off-road
Volkswagen delivers its final current-generation Amarok ute in the W580X

2023 Ineos Grenadier Australian order books open
Ineos Automotive has put the Grenadier on sale across a widespread dealer base in Australia and New Zealand.

2023 Land Rover Defender 130 confirmed for June 1 reveal
The extended Defender is coming in under a fortnight

2023 Volkswagen Amarok to be revealed on July 7
Next-gen Amarok to be unveiled by Volkswagen in the coming weeks

Readers’ Rigs: April 2022
Anniversary edition 80 Series leads latest selection of Readers’ Rigs

BAW Automotive’s mean and green 200 Series
BAW Automotive’s chopped 200 Series is a build worthy of being displayed at SEMA. The attention to detail is mind-blowing!

2023 Ford Ranger: Ford-backed ARB accessories revealed in leaked document
4X4 Australia has obtained a document that offers a clear look at ARB’s upcoming range of Ford-approved accessories for the next-gen Ranger

Exploring Kalbarri in Western Australia
Kalbarri is getting on with life after Cyclone Seroja laid waste to the picturesque coastal town. So what are you waiting for?

All-new 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vs Y62 Patrol comparison
The Patrol is a proven 4×4 that is starting to show its age, while this 2022 Cherokee L is a brand-new model loaded with modern tech – but can they both do the same job when the going gets tough?

Maxxis RAZR MT772 tyres: 20,000km update
How have the Maxxis RAZR muddies fitted to the 4X4 Australia D-MAX performed after 20,000km of use and abuse?

Volkswagen announces Scout will become its new off-road EV brand
After over four decades in the wild, Volkswagen is reviving the Scout name

2023 Ford Ranger production begins, first customer deliveries en route to Australia
The first round of Ford’s next-gen Ranger shipments have begun

Read & watch: 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L review – Australian first drive
Seven-slot flagship goes long for the catch

2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L pricing and features for Australia
The all-new seven-seat, petrol V6 only Grand Cherokee L has been priced for Australia

Toyota to update 70 Series LandCruiser range
More safety and a higher payload announced for the 70 Series LandCruiser from November 2022

First drive: 2023 Ford Ranger V6 prototype
Our first drive of Ford’s new V6 diesel Ranger suggests the new model is going to be a ripper!

2022 Mazda BT-50: 50 Days with a BT-50 – Towing
SPONSORED: In this second instalment of our partnership with Mazda, Dom Wiseman and reader Lloyd find out how the popular BT-50 ute fares with towing.

Camp Kitchen: Sausage rolls
The ultimate camping snack, but don’t forget to pack the tomato sauce

Calls for off-road licence endorsement to reduce bush rescues
All the gear and no idea? Some argue training should be required to drive off road

VFACTS April 2022: 4×4 sales wrap
Mid-size utes remain popular amid sales slump