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The FJ Cruiser ute chop that broke the internet
If like myself, you are lucky enough to own a Toyota FJ Cruiser… you’ll know they tend to get a bit of attention. I can’t go a week without someone sending a message asking if I’m driving through (insert suburb).…
2024 LDV T60 Max Plus to get coil-sprung rear end
LDV has just announced some significant news for their latest release, the T60 Max Plus 4×4 ute. With the most significant upgrade being found at the back of the vehicle. Yep, the LDV T60 Max Plus features a multi-link coil…
Suzuki Jimny XL Heritage model announced – but there’s a catch
Yep, you have read that right. Suzuki has just announced that they will be releasing a Heritage version of their 5-door XL Jimny. However, with only 500 models for sale, Suzuki says their limited edition 5-door Heritage Jimny is going…
Everything you ever wanted to know about a turbo
If you get your hands on any diesel-powered vehicle these days, chances are they will be helped along by a turbocharger hanging off the side of the engine. For a lot of older folks who might’ve been used to a…
RAM Truck Australia builds their 30,000 vehicle in Australia
RAM Trucks Australia has announced they have just remanufactured their 30,000th vehicle at its Melbourne Manufacturing Facility – a RAM 1500 Big Horn. The Billet Silver Crew Cab with 6’4” cargo tub marks a significant milestone in the RAM Trucks…
Are emission standards killing your diesel 4×4?
Tighter laws controlling the emission standards for light vehicles were announced way back in 2011 and introduced in 2013. While this is a great thing for penguins, and those suspicious members of society who claim to be all about the…
Five reasons you should install a roof console
When you think of 4×4 storage, normally it’s the big ticket items like storage drawers or tubs that come to mind. Which makes sense. But, what about some of the smaller items that serve a big job, like roof consoles? …
Best used dual-cab utes for under $20K
Our top five picks for second hand dual-cab utes we’d be happy to park in our driveway Dual-cab utes, the crossbreed mongrels of the 4X4 world. Half family wagon and half commercial utility, good at both but not the best…
First drive of the 2024 Isuzu MU-X: Five key points we took away
Last week, Unsealed 4×4 was invited to the launch of the updated 2024 Isuzu D-MAX and MU-X range. It was great to see some significant updates, as well as some visual facelifting. The biggest change would be introducing the RZ4E-TC 1.9…
Lightforce BEAST LED driving lights review
Full disclosure, Lightforce sent these lights out to me for the purpose of testing. That doesn’t mean my opinions of the product will be swayed. In fact, this review ended up costing me money, as I had to order a…
Six sensors that will drive you crazy!
Every modern vehicle is governed by computers these days. It’s an unassailable fact that you simply can’t ignore. Millions of lines of code go into algorithms that control our engine’s fuel delivery, turbo boost, fuel consumption, ignition timing, our transmission’s…
Is this the most un-modified LandCruiser we have ever featured?
We first featured Rob’s BJ42 6 years ago, and you know what… It’s still chugging along in this trim. Proving the point, that Rob Knight the owner, has done a sterling job. Let’s take a dive back through the archives,…
First look at the new Lightforce BEAST LED driving lights
We’ve just had a special delivery at Unsealed 4×4 HQ. A set of the brand new BEAST LED driving lights from Lightforce. Before we go and fit them up for a proper test, now that the product embargo has lifted,…
8 4X4 myths debunked
If you hang around the off-road scene for long enough, you’ll hear a lot of opinion and conjecture on what works and what doesn’t regarding 4X4s. A lot of folks are damn sure that their way is the only way…
Why mud sucks
Off-road driving means a lot of different things to a lot of different people. For some it’s the pure isolation touring provides. Travelling thousands of kilometres just to find that piece of untouched beauty. For others, it’s the technical challenge…
