Toyota face $2,000,000,000 class action over alleged emissions defeat devices
Toyota in hot water for their Diesel engines again. A two billion dollar class action claims they've dodgied up emissions systems
Diesel
Would you pay $60,000 for a badge?
Unseal4X4 contributor Paul Todd stacks the new LC300 up against the new Everest. The results are a lot closer than you may think
The rise (and current fall) of diesel
Unsealed4X4 contributor Paul Todd takes a close look at what made the diesel engine so popular, and why it's going the way of the dodo bird
How I saved $58,000 on diesel
This one simple trick saved Ernie $58,000 in diesel on his big lap, but dig a little deeper and things start to seem a little... cooked
4X4 Technological breakthroughs over the years
We’ve listed the nifty little innovations that have come with time and have changed the face of four-wheel driving and touring. Check out what’s made the life of the 4X4 enthusiast so much more comfortable.
Ultimate 9 scan tools simplifies diesels
Every new generation of 4×4 we want more. More towing ability. Bigger power outputs. Improved fuel economy. Sharper throttle response. Cleaner emissions. We’re insatiable. You’ve only gotta read the comments of any new 4×4 release. Even with increasing power and…
OLD TRICKS FOR NEW TRUCKs
It’s a shame to say – but older, mechanical and live-axle 4WDs are slowly disappearing from our tracks. They are getting rustier and more worn out, gradually being replaced by the next generation of 4X4 ‘shininess’ with modern tricks and…
LC300 LandCruiser’s new engine
With Toyota’s upcoming LC300 finally primed and ready for launch the covers have been finally lifted on what we can expect to see under the bonnet in dealer lots later this year. Powered exclusively by the upcoming F33A-FTV engine the LandCruiser…
Isuzu’s new MU-X has arrived
New styling, new technology, new engine and new levels of safety. Isuzu’s latest MU-X boasts some decent Off-Road ability. Combining bold and dynamic design, with a comprehensive suite of standardised safety, driver-assist technologies and improved capabilities including segment-topping 3.5-tonne braked towing…
Ford Drops Diesels
In a move sure to ruffle more than a few feathers, U.S. giant Ford has ditched the diesel. The F150 range is now entirely petrol powered and not because of reasons you’d expect. “Our customers overwhelmingly order our EcoBoost V6 gasoline…
Mercedes-Benz G 400 d: Old-school look with new-tech 243kW/700Nm diesel
Despite its old-school looks the Mercedes-Benz G 400 d is packed with new technology… and a potent 243kW/700Nm 3.0L six-cylinder turbo-diesel donk. The Mercedes-Benz G 400 d has joined the G-Wagen line-up alongside the potent petrol-V8 powered Mercedes-AMG G 63.…
Federal Court adopts report stating Toyota DPFs defective
A finding in a DPF Class Action against Toyota Australia says the Federal Court has adopted an independent referee’s report concluding HiLux, Prado and Fortuner DPF systems were defective. According to a letter sent to participants in a Class Action…
Hot or not? 1991 Patrol with 50,000km on the odo
Check out this low-mileage 1991 Patrol cab chassis we found while scouring eBay… with just 50,000km on the odo! When it comes to low-mileage 4X4s it doesn’t get much better than this eBay find: a 1991 Patrol with just over…
Land Rover Defender 90 at last… with coils from $71,500
Land Rover Defender 90 to launch in Australia in February 2021 with coil springs and new six-cylinder diesel engines from $71,500. Land Rover has announced the 2021 Defender line-up, and the Defender 110 five-door wagon will be joined by the…
Driven: Toyota HiLux SR5 Double Cab Cab Chassis
Is Toyota’s new more powerful HiLux SR5 Double Cab Cab Chassis much better than its predecessor? We get behind the wheel to find out… As you’re undoubtedly aware, Toyota has recently updated the HiLux 4×4 range and last week we…
