2022 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
2021 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
2021 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
2021 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
2021 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
2021 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
2021 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
4WD modes explained: Differential lock, 2H, 4H, 4L and hill descent controlPaul Maric If you've just bought a new dual-cab ute or an SUV and there are controls for the four-wheel drive system, would you know what to do with them? We run through the basics of 2H, 4H, 4L, hill descent control and differential locks.1 year ago
2020 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
2020 Nissan Navara ST off-road reviewSimon Christie The Navara isn't a huge sales success like some of its peers, but a powerful twin-turbo diesel and coil-sprung rear make for a capable off-road machine. 2 years ago
2020 Mitsubishi Triton GLS off-road reviewSimon Christie The Mitsubishi Triton is a quiet achiever on the sales charts compared to the Ranger and HiLux, offering equivalent capability for a lot less money.2 years ago
2020 Toyota HiLux Rogue off-road reviewSimon Christie It's the best selling car in Australia and while it will spend most of its time on the black top, what's it like off-road?2 years ago
