How to attach a snatch strap
28 Jun 2024

How to safely use a snatch strap off-road

6 months ago 2

If you drive off-road, sooner or later you’ll either need recovering or need to recover someone. Here’s how to use a snatch strap correctly and safely.

Practical Motoring
17 Jun 2024

Monocoque 4X4s explained

6 months ago 6 1

There’s a fair bit of misconception about what monocoque construction actually is – all explained here.

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haval H9 great Walla Steed desert simpson australia
12 Jan 2023

Are Chinese 4WDs up to the task?

2 years ago 1 2

We drove across the Simpson Desert in two Chinese four-wheel drives. The seven-part series is complete and this is everything you need to know about it.

Practical Motoring 1
06 Jan 2023

Should I buy an SUV or 4WD?

2 years ago 2 2

Sports Utility Vehicle or 4WD? SUVs are so popular it seems like you’re not doing family right unless you sell […]

Practical Motoring 2
15 Feb 2021

The best V8 four-wheel drives on sale

4 years ago 0 0

There are plenty of options when looking for a 4WD, but only some four-wheel drives offer up V8 power. With […]

Alex Rae 0
07 May 2020

New Land Rover V8 Defender to battle G-Wagen

5 years ago 9 0

The new Land Rover Defender is set to get a V8 lump upfront that could produce over 450kW. DON’T MENTION […]

Alex Rae 9
14 Apr 2020

Chinese Haval building a Defender/Bronco rival

5 years ago 0 0

Retro-inspired mini off-roaders are becoming the rage, and this is the first next-gen model we’ve seen to come from China. […]

Alex Rae 0
27 Mar 2020

Ford V6 diesel turbo could power next-gen VW Amarok

5 years ago 5 0

Ford and VW’s new partnership will bring many efficiencies to production, including the sharing of drivetrains. FORD AND Volkswagen have […]

Alex Rae 5
Mitsubishi Pajero 2021 return australia
27 Mar 2020

Mitsubishi Pajero could return as a four-pot hybrid

5 years ago 0 0

A loose report from Japan suggests the Mitsubishi Pajero is in fact not dead. WE’RE ALREADY hearing that the new […]

Alex Rae 0
23 Mar 2020

Why 4×4 ground clearance isn’t the same for all vehicles

5 years ago 5 2

Ground clearance is a fundamental measurement for 4x4s, but it’s not always what you think and the message from car makers can be confusing.

Robert Pepper 5
Lexus RX four-wheel driving Overland
22 Jan 2020

Lexus goes off-roading with GX Overland

5 years ago 1 0

Though it’s usually reserved as the ultimate Toorak Tractor, the Lexus GX looks completely capable of going far off-road with this Overland concept.

Alex Rae 1
Towing 3500kg caravan ranger
04 Dec 2019

Why a 3500kg tow rating may not really be a 3500kg tow rating

5 years ago 96

Can tow 3500kg! The claim is there in big bold letters in the brochure, but here’s why your 3500kg tow rating may not really be a 3500kg tow rating.

Robert Pepper
27 Nov 2019

The best budget 4×4 wagons in 2019

5 years ago 2 0

Shopping for a new, cheap 4×4 wagon on a budget can be tricky… there’s so many to choose.

Practical Motoring 2
15 Oct 2019

Land Rover Defender priced from $69,990 in Australia

5 years ago 0 0

Land Rover has confirmed local Australian pricing for its highly anticipated next-generation Defender.

Alex Rae 0
11 Oct 2015

4X4 utes in 2015 and beyond (October 2015)…

9 years ago 8 8

The last few years have been big for 4×4 utes, and the rate of development shows no signs of slowing. What’s here now, and what’s on the way?

Robert Pepper 8
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