Off road

My 2011 Mitsubishi Challenger keeps dropping into neutral off-road

By David Morley · 17 Jan 2024

The transmission in my 2011 Mitsubishi Challenger drops in to neutral when off-road after a short time, like a limp mode. It's possibly a heat sensor problem, but it's not really getting hot. Any history or suggestions?

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Nissan Patrol 2024 review: Warrior off-road Adventure test

By Marcus Craft · 16 Jan 2024

Nissan Australia and Premcar have given the legendary Patrol 4WD wagon the Warrior treatment.The Patrol Warrior has upgraded Aussie-tuned suspension, a Warrior-specific wheel-and-tyre package, a bi-modal exhaust system, and a payload increase to 736kg - but there are no power and torque increases.So, is this lifted and loaded 4WD wagon worth your attention?

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Does the Ineos Grenadier come in manual?

By David Morley · 15 Jan 2024

Is there a manual gearbox option in the Grenadier range?

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Will Ford ever do another Wildtrak Everest?

By David Morley · 15 Jan 2024

Do you know if Ford is going to do another run of the Wildtrak Everest?

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The hot cars not in Australia until 2025

By Byron Mathioudakis · 14 Jan 2024

Here is our list of the top SUVs, utes and EVs that people expect to see in Australia in 2024, but in fact won't be here until 2025!

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Jeep Gladiator 2024 review: Rubicon - off-road test

By Marcus Craft · 13 Jan 2024

Does Jeep's petrol-powered pick-up, the Gladiator, deserve to be cross-shopped against the Ford Ranger Raptor?On paper, the model's top-spec Rubicon seems like an off-road beast in terms of 4WD mechanicals and driver-assist tech.And though history is littered with failed paper champions, the Gladiator Rubicon appears to be one of the most capable showroom-standard 4WD utes in Australia.

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Overlooked 4WDs: Jeep Wrangler Rubicon

By Marcus Craft · 13 Jan 2024

The Jeep Wrangler Rubicon is one of those vehicles that occupies a niche within a niche – similar to the Suzuki Jimny and Toyota LandCruiser 70 Series. It's a hardcore off-road vehicle with very few concessions to comfort, safety and common sense.

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New GWM Haval H9 4x4 coming for Prado!

By James Cleary · 12 Jan 2024

Fresh reports out of China have confirmed the imminent arrival of an all-new second-generation version of the full-size, seven-seat GWM Haval H9 SUV, with production scheduled to kick off in March this year and export sales commencing in August.

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Does it make sense to buy an Everest diesel in 2023?

By David Morley · 11 Jan 2024

I'm planning on buying a new/used car this year and would love to get into a seven-seat, dirt-road, camping friendly SUV. The Ford Everest is a favourite on the short list, but does it make sense to spend $60K-plus on a diesel car in 2023? What's the likely resale future for this car? And is diesel likely to be affordable in five years' time?

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Is a 2015 BMW X5 suitable for country highway driving and some tough terrain?

By David Morley · 11 Jan 2024

How would a 2015 BMW X5 cope with the use I will be putting my next car to? It will be mostly country highway driving but sometimes there will be mud, water and seriously bad roads. Passenger and luggage space are not big issues but maintenance cost is.

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