Project D-Max Vs modified 79 Series LandCruiser
Project D-Max is done, and we couldn’t be happier with how it has turned out. It’s a real treat to see it out of the workshop and out on the tracks. To really see what it’s made of, we decided…
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Project D-Max – the final reveal
Well, all good things must come to an end. Project D-Max has rolled out of the Pez’s 4×4 Fitouts workshop for the last time and is ready to hit the tracks. Which is exactly what we did the second the…
Earthcruiser just released their crazy six-wheel drive Extreme 330 XTR6X6 motorhome, and I want one.
Earthcruiser Australia has just taken the covers off its latest creation. This time, they have created a six-wheel drive motorhome based on the 79 Series Toyota LandCruiser platform. And it looks awesome. What’s the story? Developed over 12 months, Earthcruiser…
GVM upgrade kits – how much extra weight can you legally carry and how much do they cost?
GVM (Gross Vehicle Mass) upgrade kits have been the talk of the town lately. With so much recent coverage about vehicles and caravans being overweight, it’s almost enough to make you want to stay home and do some gardening over…
Specs battle – Toyota LC79 Vs Ram. Heavyweight 4x4s dust up for the win (on paper)
If you were to head out of the city limits, and drive in any particular direction for a few hours you would start to notice a trend. Namely, you’ll see more Land Cruisers than any other make and model. The…
Dual cab ute Parabolic springs – We get greasy installing Terrain Tamer suspension into a Holden Colorado
I have an enviable position testing and evaluating 4×4 products. Yep, it’s fun playing with big boys’ toys… er… researching, testing and evaluating products, but it brings with it a sense of responsibility. Yes, I am responsible for ensuring I…
Terrain Tamer parabolic and suspension upgrades for Project D-Max
There’s one thing I don’t like about this newer generation Isuzu D-Max. And that is the way it rides in factory trim. Especially the performance of the rear leaf springs. Unladen they have a jarring ride quality, noticeable on speed…
First drive of the 2023 Volkswagen Amarok Style – on and off road review
Like many other motoring journalists in the last few months, I have spent loads of time driving the new 2023 Ford Ranger. From base models to the Wildtrak – right up to the fire-breathing Ranger Raptor. And I’ve enjoyed every…
Product safety recall issued for all Ironman 4×4 Pro Forge upper control arms
Australian four-wheel drive accessory giant, Ironman 4×4, has just announced a product safety recall on their Pro Forge upper control arms range. Effective immediately, they are recalling all Pro Forge upper control arms. What’s the recall story? Ironman 4×4 says…
2023 Nissan Patrol Warrior – First drive
It’s not often Aussies can chat about local manufacturing any more, but the Nissan Patrol Warrior is one of those rare occasions where some Australian ingenuity has made a car better. Its mix of clever engineering and design updates have…
Mitsubishi Triton Xtreme review – is it really worth more than $70,000?
Go down the list of top-selling 4×4 dual cab utes and there’s one that stands out. No prizes for guessing we’re talking about the Mitsubishi Triton here. Noticeably the absence of a high-priced flagship model from its line-up. Ford comes…
Chevrolet Silverado ZR2 review: Will this American pick-up truck take you further off-road?
Toby recently drove the Chevrolet Silverado ZR2 and gave us his first hand experience with the larger than life American pick-up truck
Australia’s most powerful diesel HiLux ever is a head turner
Australia’s best-selling vehicle just levelled it up with the world premiere of the Toyota HiLux GR Sport. Here's what we know.
We pressure tested Terrain Tamer Parabolic Springs
Mark installed the Terrain Tamer Parabolic Springs 3 years ago. Here's how they've held up over the years and why he thinks they're superior.
A closer look at the Pioneer Verve
When the Pioneer Verve launched recently, it was clear that this brand-new offering represented the best in Aussie ingenuity.
