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The 2020 Brisbane National 4X4 Outdoors Show and Boatring & Fishing Expo is just two weeks away! We’ve even got a discount code for your tickets. It’s that time of…

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4X4 makers continue to get ground clearance measurements wrong…

Why do ‘ground clearance’ measurements differ so much from vehicle to vehicle, and why do other media organisations gulp down the nonsense? We explain the truth about 4X4 ground clearances and…

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2020 Jeep Gladiator Review

Dave Morley’s first drive 2020 Jeep Gladiator Review with performance, ride and handling, practicality, safety and verdict. 2020 Jeep Gladiator Specifications Price From $70,000 (est) Warranty Five years/100,000km Safety Not rated Engine 3.6-litre petrol…

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A guide to water crossings in your 4X4

Water crossings can make a weekend camping trip into a proper off-road adventure but they require careful planning to get right. Here’s everything you ever needed to know about water…

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Building the Ultimate 4X4 documentary airs this weekend!

Building the Ultimate 4X4 documentary airs this weekend, and you’re in for a treat! Taking the prize for arguably the worst kept secret in the 4X4 world is the building…

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Travel

Episode Three of Season 12 of Pat Callinan’s 4X4 Adventures this Sunday!

Episode Three of Season 12 of Pat Callinan’s 4X4 Adventures kicks off this Sunday when Pat takes us for a drive on some of the best 4X4 tracks within cooee…

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Social media blamed for Jeep Australia sales slump

Jeep Australia has slumped to less than 9000 sale so far this year and is blaming Australian social media users for the poor result. Words by Dave Morley: Jeep bosses…

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Travel

Bendelby Ranges: A four-wheeler’s paradise

Bendelby Ranges sits south of the Flinders Ranges near Hawker and offers 170km of off-road tracks, from beginner level to advanced. Words and images by Scott Mason and Liam Foster:…

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Track Trailer T4 Symphony Review

The Tvan is an amazing bit of kit, but the Track Trailer T4 Symphony is a step above the rest. Track Trailer is synonymous with striking designs, and its Tvan…

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Advice

How to keep dust out of your engine

Touring more often than not involves travelling dusty dirt roads, but with these tips, we may just be able to save your pride and joy from getting a gutful of…

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2019 Holden Trailblazer LTZ Review

Read our 2019 Holden Trailblazer LTZ Review with Price, Specs, Performance, Ride and Handling On- and Off-Road, Towing, Practicality, Safety and Verdict. 2019 Holden Trailblazer LTZ Specifications Pricing $52,490+ORC Warranty…

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2019 Nissan Navara N-Trek Review

Isaac Bober’s 2019 Nissan Navara N-Trek Review with pricing, specs, practicality, performance, on- and off-road ride and handling, safety and verdict. 2019 Nissan Navara N-Trek Specifications Price $58,950+ORC (as tested) Warranty…

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2019 Ford Everest Titanium Long-Term Review

We have three months with the Everest Titanium to find out if the bi-turbo engine, the seven-seat layout and its rough-road ability make it a must-buy for families. What are…

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Offroad Xperience, Albanien Mercedes Benz X Klasse – Exterie

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Driving an X-Class in Albania

How does the Mercedes-Benz X-Class X350d deal with earthquakes, torrential rain, rock falls and tracks being washed away before our eyes? Disclaimer: The photos you’re looking at were taken two…

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2019 Toyota Prado fuel pipe recall

Toyota Australia is recalling 1899 Toyota Prados built between March and April 2019 because of the fuel pipe being improperly tightened and the potential for it to leak. Toyota Australia…

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New 2020 Isuzu D-MAX revealed

The new 2020 Isuzu D-MAX has now been revealed, albeit to the Thai market first. It’s no surprise the new 2020 Isuzu D-MAX has been revealed to the Thai market…

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All Holden Colorado 4x4s purchased from today (October 1) until 31 December will receive seven-years' free scheduled servicing.

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Holden Colorado 4×4 gets seven years’ free servicing

All Holden Colorado 4x4s purchased from today (October 1) until 31 December will receive seven years’ free scheduled servicing. Holden has introduced seven years’ free scheduled servicing on its Colorado…

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Your Guide To Adblue What Is It Who Needs It And How To Refill It 1

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What is AdBlue and what does it do?

Otherwise known as AdBlue (the marketing name), diesel exhaust fluid which helps to reduce nitrogen oxide emissions is the result of ever-tightening emissions laws in Europe. Diesel exhaust fluid which…

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2020 Nissan Patrol Revealed

The 2020 Nissan Patrol was revealed overnight in Abu Dhabi boasting two petrol engines, a new look and “even higher levels of sophistication”. The 2020 Nissan Patrol was revealed last…

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Equipment

Goodyear Wrangler AT SilentTrac launched

The all-new Goodyear Wrangler AT SilentTrac tyres have launched in Australia promising to be quiet on-road and strong off it. Goodyear really needs no introduction when it comes to four-wheel…

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Overloaded caravans on the Gibb River Road causing problems

The Gibb River Road is popular with four-wheel drivers and caravanners but local businesses are reporting issues with the size of rigs and road condition. The Gibb River Road is…

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Ford Ranger Wildtrak X on-sale now from $65,290+ORCs

The Ford Ranger Wildtrak X has arrived at Ford dealerships boasting new wheels and flared arches, a snorkel and more…pricing is from $65,290+ORCs. Available with either a 3.2-litre five-cylinder turbo-diesel…

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2020 Nissan Patrol photos leaked

The internet has struck again with pictures of the refreshed 2020 Nissan Patrol flooding the ‘net via a Middle East holding yard, and shows off the interior for the first…

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Buy the Dalai Lama’s old Land Rover Series IIA

A 1966 Land Rover Series IIA once owned by His Holiness, the 14th Dalai Lama and used to ferry him around the mountainous roads of the Dharamsala region of India…

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2017 Mitsubishi Pajero recalled because of potential suspension failure

The 2017-2018 Mitsubishi Pajero is being recalled because of poor welding that could see the front suspension break and cause steering failure.

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Travel

Melbourne 4×4 Show is this weekend, last chance to grab cheap tickets

The National 4×4 Outdoors Show, Boating & Fishing Expo kicks off in Melbourne this Friday and will deliver loads of awesome 4×4 vehicles, gear, demonstrations, guest speakers and entertainment across the…

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Victorian Luxury Car Tax cash grab

In the recently released 2019/2020 budget by the Victorian State Government, there are proposed changes to the Luxury Car Tax amounts. These changes have been deemed purely a cash grab…

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Travel

2019 Brisbane National 4X4 Outdoors Show this weekend!

Don’t forget Brissy, you’ve got the 2019 Brisbane National 4X4 Outdoors Show, Fishing and Boating Expo on this weekend! Head over here to get your tickets, and make sure you use…

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2019 Brisbane 4X4 Outdoors Show, Fishing & Boating Expo

It’s that time of year again! The 2019 Brisbane 4X4 Outdoors show is on April 5-7 at the Brisbane Showgrounds (600 Gregory Terrace, Bowen Hills Qld 4006). The show has been running…

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Equipment

Meth found in 4X4 winches

Now for something a little left of centre: The Australian Federal Police (AFP) have arrested two men after detecting $13.5 million worth of methamphetamine inside 14 ‘modified 4WD recovery winches’.…

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Advice

Pat Callinan’s 4X4 Adventures Magazine – Issue 36 out now!

Issue 36 of Pat Callinan’s 4X4 Adventures has just gone on sale, and it’s better than ever! Have a look at the video, for a quick wrap up of what…

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Advice

4X4/Off-Road Licence: Your Reply

The voices of the people have spoken out! The conversation has been strong and divisive… A licence is not the answer. Clearly, there is vehement opposition (easily over 90%) to…

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Pat Callinan’s 4X4 Adventures Season 11 airs this Sunday!

Shut the gate, close the curtains, lock the door…it’s time for Pat Callinan’s 4X4 Adventures! Episode 1 shows this Sunday the 4th of November at 2:00pm AEST on Channel Ten!…

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New 2019 Triton to be announced soon

Mitsubishi are set to reveal the new 2019 Triton on November 9, with the first wave expected to go on sale in Australia during the first quarter of 2019. At…

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Amazing photoshopped off road 4X4 driver licence

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Separate 4X4 licence classing. Do we need it?

With hooning in National Parks raising its ugly head again last week, cries for a licence classification for 4X4 vehicles, or at least off-road licensing, has been called for by…

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Travel

Toowoomba Spring Expo starts tomorrow!

Following along on the backs of some magic shows on the Queensland coast, the Toowoomba Spring Expo kicks off tomorrow! The Toowoomba Spring Show and Outdoor Leisure Expo starts tomorrow…

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Exclusive Unsealed 4X4 and RV Daily shirts available at this weekends Sydney 4X4 Show!

You’ve asked, and we’ve listened! If you’re heading down to the Sydney 4WD and Adventure show this weekend, you’ll be able to get your hands on a set of exclusive…

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Travel

Queensland 4X4 Operation Lift wrap up

You’ll no doubt have seen a massive amount of news and information on “Operation Lift” over the past few weeks, and if you want the blow by blow, have a…

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Travel

Willowglen 4X4 challenge is on this weekend!

If watching 26 blokes chase a tiny little ball around a paddock does nothing for you, and you’ve not got a ute, nor plan on mustering up the one you…

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Electrical

Uniden releases waterproof in-vehicle UHF: XTRAK 40

Fresh out of the stable from the folks over at Uniden, is the brand spanking new XTRAK 40. Now before you roll your eyes and think “just another UHF entering the…

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Travel

Cleveland Caravanning & 4X4 Expo this weekend!

It’s that time of year again, the Cleveland Caravanning & 4X4 Expo is on this weekend! Kicking off from 8:30am till 4pm daily, and running from Friday 21st of September, until…

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Equipment

Reviewed: Hardcase for a tough life

There’s a new 4X4 gear case on the market that we have been testing out, during filming for season 11. Now a box is a box, right? They all do…

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Advice

Unsealed 4X4 Issue 54 – Out Now!

Spring has absolutely sprung and with it, we bring you Unsealed 4X4 Issue 54! Have a look at the video below for the hard and fast look at what’s in Unsealed 4X4…

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NSW Police know how to make a good looking Ranger

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Queensland Government confirm interstate vehicles will not be defected

In what has been a rather tumultuous week for Queenslanders and, indeed, just about anyone who would travel into the state for holidays or work with their four-wheel drive, the…

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HiLux face-lift in the works

Toyota have just released information on the new HiLux face-lift. The new face-lift designed front end has been taken from the HiLux Rogue that was released earlier in the year. The…

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Will the Lada Niva make a comeback?

Lada’s tough little 4X4 hasn’t been seen new in Australia since 1998 or thereabouts, and the design is over 40 years old. A child of the 70s, the Lada 4X4…

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Advice

Pat Callinan’s 4X4 Adventures Magazine – Issue 35 out now!

Issue 35 of Pat Callinan’s 4X4 Adventures is out now! In this issue Pat shows you how to reach the tip, while keeping your 4X4 in one piece. Have a…

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Travel

Townsville 4X4 Expo this weekend!

If you’re looking for something to do at the end of the month up in Townsville, we’ve got the Townsville 4X4 Expo this weekend! Running from 31 August to 2…

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Travel

2018 ARB Caboolture Open Day – 25/08/2018

If you’re looking for something to do tomorrow in the Brisbane area, make sure you head on in to the annual ARB Caboolture Open Day, this Saturday 25 August, 2018.…

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2018 Willowglen 4X4 Challenge

It’s coming around to that time of year again, for the Toyota Land Cruiser Club of Australia 2018 Willowglen 4X4 Challenge. Proudly sponsored by Unsealed 4X4, ARB 4X4 Accessories, Go Treads…

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