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Invicta Xero is an exciting new lithium deep-cycle solution
With several innovative features, the Xero pushes the boundaries of energy storage

2024 Nissan Patrol pricing and features: Long-overdue Apple CarPlay, Android Auto update arrives
Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, digital radio, and a wireless phone charger have been added to the Nissan Patrol at last – but there’s bad news for audiophiles

2025 Ford Ranger PHEV spotted at Bunnings
The first PHEV Ranger has been spied in public, well before its official release

2025 RAM 1500 review: HEMI V8 dropped for 313kW/638Nm straight six
RAM dumps beloved HEMI for a six-banger. Have they buggered things up?

Remote Rudall River run within Karlamilyi National Park
This national park in WA’s Pilbara region is the state’s largest and most remote, and it combines great scenery, rich history and fantastic camping

Single-cab HiLux tourer is close to flawless
Unlike a lot of builds, Dylan has taken his time on his HiLux and the result is close to perfect

2024 GWM Cannon Alpha: Bigger ute coming to Australia with hybrid & diesel power
The GWM Cannon Ute’s bigger brother is on its way to Australia, bringing more carrying space and greener motoring from mid 2024

2024 Mazda BT-50 update revealed in Thailand with subtle differences
A minor update for the Mazda BT-50 ute has launched in Thailand, missing out on most features added to the latest version of its Isuzu D-Max twin

VFACTS March 2024: Ford’s Ranger and Everest lead the charge
A strong month by Ford, with both the Ranger and Everest registering strong sales
CTEK CS ONE battery charger tested
CTEK has invented one charger to rule them all

2024 Toyota Prado: First UK reviews
The Brits have just been testing the new Prado – known simply as the Land Cruiser there. We take a look at what they think of the 4WD ahead of its local launch later this year

Experience the stunning Flinders Ranges behind the wheel of a Defender
Land Rover holds its Defender Experience at Arkaba in the Flinders Ranges
Maxxis RAZR AT tyres tested on a 50,000km trip through WA
After a massive trip through Western Australia, these Maxxis tyres have provided reliable performance on and off the road

Readers’ Rigs: March 2024
Six more reader-submitted rides to cap off another stellar month

Going for gold: 4×4 tour of Castlemaine
The 4WDing mightn’t match the nearby High Country, but thanks to its gold-mining history there is plenty to do around the wider Castlemaine area

Tested: The Derek table from Stratus Outdoors
Finding the right camp table can be a challenge, but the Derek from Stratus Outdoors just might be it

Top End adventure: Litchfield National Park
Spectacular waterfalls, incredible swimming holes and fun water crossings, Litchfield is essential when in the Top End

2024 GWM Tank 500 review
GWM expands it Tank 4×4 range with the luxurious 500 wagon

Volkswagen RooBadge set to be world-first kangaroo deterrent
The German car maker has reached the next stage in the development of a scientifically-proven deterrent designed to reduce collisions with the world-famous marsupial.

April 2024 issue of 4X4 Australia is out now
Four-cylinder 79 Series to the bush; 1322Nm V8-powered Silverado 2500; single-cab HiLux and F-150 Tremor customs; and plenty more!

2025 Infiniti QX80 previews next-gen Patrol
Twin-turbo V6-powered QX80 provides a glimpse at what to expect with the incoming Patrol

Next Nissan Patrol and Navara teased in future roadmap
Nissan has confirmed the all-new Patrol will launch within the next 12 months, while the next Navara will be a Mitsubishi Triton twin with an “EV or PHEV” option

2024 Isuzu MU-X pricing and features: 1.9-litre engine added
The Isuzu MU-X line-up has expanded with a more affordable and fuel-efficient 1.9-litre engine option – but prices are up for existing 3.0-litre models

Toyota LandCruiser 300 Series chopped and transformed into mind-blowing ute
Who said you can’t make a good thing much, much better?