2017 Isuzu MU-X Review by Practical Motoring
14 Feb 2018

Top 5 – Ute-based 4×4 Wagons

These are the Top 5 ute-based 4×4 family wagons, chosen because there are currently only five such vehicles on the Australian market. Did we get the ranking right?

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Ford Everest towing a caravan around a corner
07 Feb 2018

Top 5 – 4×4 Tourers  

When it comes to 4×4 touring you want a vehicle that’s as good on the road as it is off it. It needs to be comfortable, capable and reliable, and able to fit you and all of your gear… and maybe haul a camper or caravan.

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16 Nov 2017

Just how far can a stock-standard 4WD take you?

Just how far can a stock-standard Ford Everest 4WD take you? Ford took me to Tasmania to test my (very basic) off-road driving skills and find out.

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03 Sep 2017

Here are 12 classic 4x4s you know you want

We like to cover the very latest tech here on PM4x4, but we also love the non-electronic classic 4x4s. WHO LOVES BROWSING the classifieds? Yep, us too. But we’re saved you the trouble of flicking the actual pages with a brief roundup of a few interesting vehicles we found over

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Colorado SuperUte
19 Aug 2017

Holden Colorado SuperUte Revealed

Holden has confirmed its Colorado SuperUte has been homologated and is ready to take to the track in 2018 to support Supercars race series.

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Toyota Prado Vs Ford Everest by Practical Motoring
10 Aug 2017

Head to head: Toyota Prado Vs Ford Everest

The Toyota Prado has long been the medium 4×4 wagon king, but the Ford Everest now wants the crown. Is the challenger good enough?

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07 Jul 2017

Why you don’t want a part-time 4X4 wagon or ute

Time was that all 4X4s just drove the rear wheels on road, but now there’s a choice of all wheel drive. So should you buy a part-time 4X4 vehicle? THE TWO BASIC drivetrains for 4X4 vehicles are full-time 4X4 and part-time 4X4.  Full-time 4X4 is also known as constant 4WD,

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30 May 2017

Compared: Toyota Prado Vs Ford Everest

The Toyota Prado is the top-selling mid-sized offroader, and Ford wants a piece of that action, so, which one’s best?

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30 May 2017

2017 Ford Everest Trend Review

Robert Pepper’s 2017 Ford Everest Trend review with pricing, specs, ride and handling, safety, verdict and score.

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Mitsubishi Pajero enjoying the view from the top of the hill. Photo by Robert Pepper / Practical Motoring.
15 May 2017

A beginners guide to driving on sand dunes

Driving on different surfaces challenges both your driving skills and your ability to actively manage your motor vehicle and its features. Pursuing different conditions is, therefore, a great way to help build your skills and learn more about how your car works. My first experience of driving on sand was

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20 Feb 2017

Live axled or manual transmission 4X4s on sale in Australia: February 2017

You want a ‘traditional’ 4X4? Then buy now… Here’s a guide to the only live-axled, manual transmission 4x4s on sale in Australia.

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new year car resolution by Jane Speechley
03 Jan 2017

The car lover’s New Year’s Resolutions

Ah, the first days of the New Year. When we all promise ourselves we’ll be thinner, fitter, smarter and richer this year, than we were in the last.

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07 Dec 2016

Haval recategorise the H9 from MA to MC… will Jeep and Ford follow its lead?

Haval lead the way by re-categorising the H9 4X4 from MA to MC… Will Ford and Jeep follow its lead with Everest and Grand Cherokee?

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2017 Holden Trailblazer goes on-sale in October
06 Dec 2016

Reader Question: What should replace my 2004 Subaru Outback?

The Subaru Outback is a great car, but there comes a time when something more capable is needed, and this reader is leaning towards the Holden Trailblazer.

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4X4 and SUV
04 Nov 2016

Top 5 reasons to buy a 4×4 instead of a wagon (or not)…

Are you thinking of buying a 4X4 but aren’t sure whether you really need one? Our Friday Five explores the pros and cons of owning a 4×4.

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