Back Pain on the Road
The Editor’s Column In the last month, I’ve been to the Victorian High Country for over a week, Queenstown NZ for a product launch and the Gawler Ranges in South Australia for a vehicle launch. That’s just the obligations I’ve…
Unsealed 4x4
Founded in 2014, Unsealed 4X4 has grown into one of Australia’s most trusted sources for 4WD advice, off-road travel inspiration, and gear reviews. Every article is written by our team of passionate, experienced 4X4 adventurers, dedicated to helping you explore further, travel smarter, and make the most of every adventure.
May 2018 – Show us your rigs and win!
Unsealed 4X4 Readers’ Rigs CLICK HERE TO READ THIS STORY IN OUR ONLINE MAGAZINE DAVID’S LS2 POWERED JK WRANGLER While the plates on David’s JK Wrangler may seem a little over the top for a JK, we assure you, they’re…
The DIY solution to protecting your 4X4’s canopy
CLICK HERE TO READ THIS STORY IN OUR ONLINE MAGAZINE REVIEWED: RAPTOR PROTECTIVE COATING When you’re looking at protecting your 4X4’s canopy and outer surfaces, there’s the typical choices such as paint, auto paint or using finishes such as aluminium…
Increase your vehicle’s throttle control
Reviewed: Torqit Pedal Torq Plus CLICK HERE TO READ THIS STORY IN OUR ONLINE MAGAZINE The preconceptions Everyone who is a member of an online 4X4 forum or Facebook group has probably heard of these mystery devices that ‘turn up’…
Does this budget Chinese import stack up?
Review: Balance Compact Mini Off-road Camper When you have a small budget in mind for an off-road camper that has some bells and whistles, a long search is required indeed. Clair and Amanda searched for months to find one that…
A good, hard look at the new Mercedes-Benz X-Class
Tarted up Navara? We take a good, hard look at the new Mercedes X-Class CLICK HERE TO READ THIS STORY IN OUR ONLINE MAGAZINE Can the new Benz ute shake it’s far eastern origins and make a positive impact for…
Coastal camping that ticks all the boxes
Travel: Pebbly Beach CLICK HERE TO READ THIS STORY IN OUR ONLINE MAGAZINE Spectacular campsites Amazing scenery 4WD-only access Australia is blessed with many great 4WD destinations and camping areas including plenty in coastal areas. One of the absolute…
Wongi Waterholes
Drop in on the way to The Cape – A kettle full of gold could be yours! The Cape is a long way north of everywhere so you’ll need to stop somewhere on the way there. Wongi Waterholes is a…
The most modified 200 Series LandCruiser in Australia?
Custom 4X4: 200 Series LandCruiser Chopped, Shopped, Extended! CLICK HERE TO READ THIS STORY IN OUR ONLINE MAGAZINE The Owner If spending three months in a purpose-built adventure machine exploring the Territory doesn’t excite you, you might as well stop…
Six awesome spots in the Victorian High Country
How to get to there, and why you need to see them The High Country is a place that needs no introduction to 4WDers. There is a myriad of tracks available, combining all kinds of terrains, challenges and difficulty. And…
Dreamy Creamy Pesto Pasta
The recipe I’ve made a hundred times over, now in camp-friendly form! CLICK HERE TO READ THIS STORY IN OUR ONLINE MAGAZINE I sometimes imagine what it would be like to line up all the jars of pesto I’ve…
Custom 40 Series: Coil-sprung with Chevy fun
Custom 4X4: 40 Series LandCruiser A classic Aussie ’Cruiser with a dash of American diesel: This is how you build a LandCruiser! CLICK HERE TO READ THIS STORY IN OUR ONLINE MAGAZINE THE OWNER Not many people can say they…
How to Camp Safely in Croc Country
Don’t be croc meat! After spending a couple of years in Australia’s crocodile capital, the Northern Territory, my crocodile knowledge went from next-to-nothing to wonderment and admiration of these prehistoric reptilian predators. Don’t get me wrong, I’m no croc cuddler,…
Lightforce Striker Scoop
IT’S HIP TO BE SQUARE! WE’VE GOT THE SCOOP ON THE NEW LIGHTFORCE STRIKER LED DRIVING LIGHTS, SO WHAT’S INSIDE THE BOX? CLICK HERE TO READ THIS STORY IN OUR ONLINE MAGAZINE Lightforce have always made round driving lights, right?…
MAZDA BT-50 UPDATE COMING SOON
CLICK HERE TO READ THIS STORY IN OUR ONLINE MAGAZINE While Ford’s Ranger is selling like $5 Schnitzels at your local, the Mazda BT-50 has turned into $40 seafood chowder. We put down down to the more sedate styling cues…
