Unseal My 4X4
A Prado gets transformed from mall crawler to Outback Warrior in a single day… for a hell of a good reason We Aussies are a funny mob – separated by the vast distances that this magnificent country covers, we…
Unsealed 4x4
Unsealed 4X4 delivers honest 4WD advice, gear reviews, and travel guides crafted from real Australian adventures. Since 2014, we've tested the gear, driven the tracks, and learned what works - so you can hit the tracks safely.
WHERE THE BLOODY HELL ARE YA (GOING)?
…This summer? We’ve got 10 of the best warm-weather camping locations lined up for you, and we’ll even tell you how not to die when you’re there With the warmer weather on our doorstep, we thought it was high…
Fraser feelings
Exploring Fraser Island in the off-season can be just as rewarding as the summertime version… …minus the crowds. Fraser Island is a powerful place. While on the island your troubles and stress levels melt away like a bad dream…
Weather Apps …are they any good?
Everywhere you go, always take the weather with you… Unless you’re one of those storm-chasing weirdos, spending more than a night or two camping in a torrential downpour is nobody’s idea of a good time. The Bureau of Meteorology…
The Icons Depart
A journey with a difference: Step aboard ARB’s four Icon 4WDs and see the Outback like we’ve never seen it before. The keys jingle as they fly through the air, clanging into my palm. I can’t help but feel…
UNSEALED 4X4 GARAGE – PROJECT RUSTY GETS BARRED UP
With the Sydney 4WD & Adventure show right around the corner, some jerk had the great idea that we should put the pedal to the metal and get Rusty finished to have on the stand at the show. Thanks a…
Industry News – ADELAIDE AND PERTH 4WD & ADVENTURE SHOWS
By the time you are reading this, the Sydney 4WD and Adventure Show will have wrapped up and will now be en-route to the next destination. For anyone who resides in Adelaide or Perth, this is the time to get…
Food & Fodder with Allysia
Super No-Cook Noodle Soup – Serves 1 The idea of taking noodle soup on the road is probably as popular as eggplant at a kid’s birthday party, but this is different. Trust me, I’m a doctor. Well not really, but…
STAFF CORNER: THE UNSEALED 4X4 TEAM GETS DIRTY
It doesn’t happen often, you know – with the pressures of pumping out the biggest four-wheel drive magazine in the country, amongst other things – but we decided it was high time to get the entire Unsealed 4X4 team out…
EDITOR’S COLUMN: CHASE THAT FEELING
Soul. It’s often overlooked by vehicle manufacturers. I’m not talking about James Brown pumping out the 4in splits, I’m talking about a vehicle’s characteristics that effect you on an emotional level. They put a smile on your face every time…
WHICH 4X4s ARE KEEPING IT REAL?
While they’re shouting from the rooftops, 4X4 manufacturers are in a race to the bottom. We’re being ripped off. The mid-size 4X4 market is absolutely booming and Aussies are lapping up anything that resembles a 4X4: even better if…
DOBINSON MRR SHOCK REVIEW: 8 SHOCKS, 2 PATROLS & 10,000KM OF PAIN
We ran Dobinson MRR Remote Res shocks on two very different Nissan Patrols to come up with one solid verdict. Scott Mason, our gun photographer and serial wanderer, was having issues with the suspension in his GU Patrol. As…
PRE-SUMMER COOLING SYSTEM CHECKLIST
Your mates mightn’t think you’re cool, but your 4X4 sure will after following these five simple cooling system tips… Much like David Bowie and Freddie Mercury were way back in 1981, your cooling system is under pressure. And much…
THE CORAL COAST
Forget the Cape, forget the Simpson, you need to start planning your next trip here… We’re about to let you in on a bit of a secret. It’s one that those who live in WA already know about, but…
SAT-NAV SYSTEMS HAVE REPLACED TAG-ALONG TOURS
We attempt to right a wrong – with these 5 ways to choose the best tour for you! Safety in numbers isn’t just a catchy phrase. While travelling solo can be a rewarding experience, sometimes it’s a much better…
