review2022 Mazda BT-50 Thunder off-road reviewSimon Christie Off-Road Editor, Simon Christie, puts Mazda's flagship BT-50 to the test to see if it's a worthy rival to specialist 4x4 dual cab utes.3 months ago
review2022 Ineos Grenadier review: Prototype ride-alongSimon Christie Our 4x4 expert gets a passenger stint in one of the most anticipated off-roaders heading to market. This prototype sets a high standard... 7 months ago
review2022 Ram 1500 Express off-road reviewSimon Christie Off-road expert Simon Christie heads off the beaten track in a Big Red Ram – a modified 1500 Express that goes as hard as it looks.8 months ago
newsGWM Ute: China's HiLux gets hardcore treatmentSimon Christie Another partnership between GWM and China's top 4x4 accessory distributor Yunliang has created this mean-looking ute, called the Black Bullet. 9 months ago
newsGWM Tank 300: Meet China's Jeep Wrangler off-road rivalSimon Christie The GWM Tank 300 is already tough, but Yunliang has made it meaner again. Here's a closer look at what's happening under the skin. 9 months ago
review2021 Jeep Gladiator off-road reviewSimon Christie If you are looking to do weekends away and an excuse to head bush, then the Gladiator is a winner – provided payload and towing aren't essential.11 months ago
review2021 SsangYong Musso XLV off-road reviewSimon Christie The Musso blends refined engine performance with capable foundations, though it's lacking in ground clearance and aftermarket mods.1 year ago
review2021 Jeep Compass Trailhawk off-road reviewSimon Christie Jeep's range-topping Compass has the coveted Trail Rated badge on its flanks. Does it have the capability to back it up?1 year ago
review2021 Toyota Fortuner Crusade off-road reviewSimon Christie Thought the HiLux was the only ladder-frame off-roader in the Toyota stable worth your time? Don't forget about the Fortuner. 1 year ago
review2021 GWM Ute off-road reviewSimon Christie Great Wall has made a great leap forward with the new Cannon ute, which packs capability despite its bargain price. 1 year ago
review2021 Ford Ranger FX4 Max off-road reviewSimon Christie With a list of upgrades nicked from the Raptor, the Ford Ranger FX4 Max is definitely ready to take you further than the XLT.1 year ago
review2020 Isuzu MU-X LS-T off-road reviewSimon Christie The MU-X is a solid performer, taking the reasonable platform shared with the Holden Trailblazer and teaming it with a reliable engine and handsome looks.1 year ago