Off road

By Marcus Craft · 04 Jun 2018

Some people love them, some people loathe them but steep hills are part of the off-roading landscape. Prepare yourself for them with our expert tips and you'll be able to tackle them safely every time

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More Jeep Trackhawk madness on the way

By Andrew Chesterton · 04 Jun 2018

The baddest Grand Cherokee ever will soon be getting some equally madhouse siblings, with Jeep to expand its go-fast Trackhawk range to include its smaller models.

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How to get your car ready for a snow trip

By Tim O'Brien · 04 Jun 2018

Driving on icy alpine roads can be dangerous, even for seasoned winter travellers, so it pays to be prepared for the sometimes-challenging road conditions.

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How to drive in the snow

By Tim O'Brien · 04 Jun 2018

So, you're ready for a winter trip into snowy climes.

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4WD and MTB adventure in Marysville State Forest, Victoria

By Tim Robson · 01 Jun 2018

I haven't seen so much fear in a set of faces since... well, ever.

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Which smallish SUV for under $20,000 for beach driving?

By Malcolm Flynn · 30 May 2018

I have a 2003 Toyota RAV4 AWD that runs great, but I want something to take on the beach and a few tame trails as I've moved to an area with heaps of 4WD beach access. I love the storage for dogs, bike and surfboards my Rav gives with its clip out seats and would like something similar. Diesel would be a bonus too. I was thinking about an X-trail as its not super big. Do you have any other suggestions with my $20K limit?

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Ford EcoSport Titanium petrol FWD 2018 off-road review

By Tim Robson · 30 May 2018

Ford's smallest SUV offers up one of the company's cleverest engines... so why does it feel so underwhelming?

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Lexus LX 450d 2018 off-road review

By Marcus Craft · 29 May 2018

If your vehicular predilections tend towards the high end of upper-large SUVS, then the new diesel Lexus LX 450d - with a price-tag tickling $140,000 - might just be your cup of Da Hong Pao* tea. (Apparently the world's most expensive tea)

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Ford Escape Titanium petrol AWD 2018 review

By Marcus Craft · 29 May 2018

Petrol-engined SUVs retain some punchy appeal with the leisure-loving masses, but does the Ford Escape have what it takes to hold its own in an ever-tougher market?

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4WD beach-driving adventure in Great Sandy National Park, Qld

By Bruce McMahon · 29 May 2018

Queensland's Teewah Beach is a gateway to the legendary 4WD playgrounds of Rainbow Beach and Fraser Island. Go there now - but, be warned, you'll never want to leave...

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