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Can fast-charging batteries make EV 4X4s remote-area capable?
Can new-tech, fast-charging batteries make electric 4X4 vehicles suitable for long-distance, remote-area travel? There’s no denying that electric 4X4 vehicles (EVs) are coming – whether we like it or not – with the uptake of EVs in urban areas already…
Wanna go off-road racing… and take the kids along for the ride? You need to get the Boot!
The SCG Boot is a road-legal Baja 1000 weapon for the budding off-road racer… and there’s even a four-door family version for those with kids! Here’s the perfect Weird Wednesday vehicle for budding off-road racers: the SCG Boot. This epic…
Hot or Not? A 450hp Tesla-powered Defender
For this week’s Hot or Not we bring you a 450hp Tesla-powered Defender EV and ask the question, can such a vehicle ever be a practical 4X4? That’s right! This yellow shorty is a 450hp Tesla-powered Defender that’s claimed to…
Hot or not? GWM Black Bullet – a Ranger Raptor rival?
Hot or Not? The Black Bullet concept is based on the GWM Cannon ute that’s just gone on sale in Australia. Is this Hot or Not? It’s the Black Bullet, a concept ute unveiled at last year’s Beijing Motor Show…
Nissan reveals new-look 2021 Navara line-up and pricing
Nissan revealed its 2021 Navara line-up and pricing details while we were kicking back and drinking beer over the Christmas break. Here are the deets… The 2021 Nissan Navara line-up and pricing details have been revealed and the headline act,…
Custom Ford Ranger built for the big lap
Okay, so how do you make a custom Ford ranger suitable for the big lap when it runs the 2.2L four-pot? Here’s how… This custom Ford Ranger from the Unsealed 4X4 Vault is unusual in that it runs the 2.2L…
CUSTOM GU Patrol – Perfect XCAPE
Loaded with carbon-fibre goodies this custom GU Patrol is certainly an eye-catcher, and it could even have some devout Toyota fans leaning for the other camp. Words and images by Chris Blakemore The attention to detail on this trick-looking custom…
Gear test: VRS 9500lb Winch
There’s nothing like the notorious Blue Mountains ‘Spanish Steps’ in the wet to put the VRS 9500lb winch through its paces. Words: Bill Callinan Photos: Harry Armstrong and BC A veritable glut of electric winches floods the market nowadays, so…
Custom Land Rover Defender 110 Wagon
This Custom Land Rover Defender 110 Wagon is much more than a means to an end. It’s more like an itch that can’t be scratched… A custom Land Rover Defender 110 Wagon from the Unsealed 4X4 Vault that clearly explains…
Why you need to check your insurance before the holidays
The borders are open after a shocking 2020 and we’re all itching to get away, but make sure you check your insurance before you head bush these holidays. Itching to get away after a year of lockdowns? Make sure you…
Ineos acquires French plant to build Grenadier 4X4
Ineos Automotive has acquired a French production plant to build its upcoming Grenadier 4X4 wagon and ute models. British startup Ineos Automotive has announced that it has acquired a production plant from Mercedes-Benz in Hambach France to build its upcoming…
CUSTOM FJ CRUISER
According to the lucky owner of this custom FJ Cruiser, off-road perfection takes time… and a plan. Words and pics: Ray Cully Here’s one of the neatest customs from the Unsealed 4X4 vault, and building a 4X4 like this Custom…
How to: Outback Driving Part 4 – Desert Driving
In Part 4 of our series on Outback Driving we’ll look at how to drive in desert country and what gear you’ll need for your outback adventure. In ‘How To: Outback Driving Part 4’ we’re going to look at the…
All-new GWM Ute Aussie line-up revealed
GWM Australia has revealed pricing and (some) specification details on its all-new GWM Cannon Ute, which is due in dealer showrooms this month. GWM has announced the line-up for its all-new GWM Cannon Ute. The all-new Chinese-built dual-cab 4X4 ute…
Official! Jeep launches V8 Wrangler Rubicon 392
It’s official! Jeep has unveiled the MY2021 V8 Wrangler Rubicon 392 model… and it will go on sale stateside early next year. How does 350kW (470hp) and 637Nm (470lb-ft) sound? That’s what the V8-powered Wrangler Rubicon 392 will deliver when…
