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Tristan Tancredi

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Tristan Tancredi

When he’s not obsessing over sport - Aussie Rules and NBA the two biggest culprits – Tristan loves getting out and about, whether it’s around Australia or further abroad. Exploring new places and finding hidden treasures are right up 4X4 Australia’s alley, so writing about places a four-wheel drive will take you, and the gear you’ll need to get you there, seems a natural fit.

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News

Chery KP11 Off-Road concept previewed in China

Could another GWM and LDV rival be en-route to Australia?

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News

Foton Tunland V7 and V9 ute coming to Australia in 2025

Foton secures new Australian distributor; will re-enter market in 2025

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News

Almost 6000 RAM 1500s recalled due to ABS fault

ABS software issue triggers massive recall for the RAM 1500 DT

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News

2025 BYD Shark will be priced below $60,000 in Australia

BYD has confirmed the Shark will have a sharp price tag when it lands in Australia

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News

2025 Hyundai Inster Cross revealed; off-road-styled EV coming to Australia

It may be dressed in off-road equipment, but the all-new Inster Cross isn’t really an off-roader

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News

Hemi V8 in run-out mode: RAM 1500 DT prepares for six-cylinder switch

End of the line for Hemi V8, as RAM Trucks Australia prepares to launch revamped 1500 DT

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News

2025 Mazda BT-50 to get major update: New-look ute to premiere this week

Mazda teases the BT-50’s new look ahead of its reveal later this week

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News

2024 Land Rover Defender OCTA to debut in Australia this week

The high-performance hero variant will make its local debut at SXSW Sydney

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News

November 2024 issue of 4X4 Australia is out now

Y63 details, GX550 and RHD Bronco driven, two stunning custom builds, and plenty more!

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Gear

Why does a 4x4 need a snorkel?

Here’s why you need an aftermarket snorkel if off-road travel is on the cards

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Explore WA

The best 4x4 tracks near Perth

WA may be huge, but you don’t have to travel too far from Perth to find decent 4x4 tracks

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Custom 4x4OTY

2024 Maxxis Custom 4x4 of the Year: Vote to win

The Maxxis Custom 4x4 of the Year is back, bigger than ever for 2024!

Best 4x4 tracks near Adelaide
Explore SA

Best 4x4 tracks near Adelaide

You don't have to venture far from the City of Churches to find touring gold

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News

VFACTs September 2024: Ranger remains top 4x4, but RAV4 is the best-selling vehicle in Australia

Ranger remains relentless in pursuit of best-selling 4x4 crown

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News

2024 Mitsubishi Triton GLX-R added to local line-up

GLX-R variant returns to Triton range; in showroom this month

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News

2025 GMC Yukon: Q2 release date and new details revealed

New info emerges for latest LandCruiser and Patrol rival

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News

Trip-ready MU-X Tour Mate launches; equipped with more than $9K worth of accessories

Touring-ready, special edition MU-X Tour Mate is loaded with accessories and is out now

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News

Walkinshaw and Isuzu are working on D-MAX Blade hero variant; reveal date confirmed

Walkinshaw and Isuzu are collaborating on a tougher D-MAX hero, and Isuzu has confirmed its official reveal date

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Explore VIC

Best 4x4 tracks near Melbourne

Break up the day-to-day grind and disappear down some 4x4 tracks close to Melbourne

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News

2025 BYD Shark 6 on-sale date confirmed for Australia

BYD has confirmed the Australian on-sale date for its plug-in hybrid ute

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4x4 Comparisons

2025 Ford Ranger PHEV vs BYD Shark: SPEC BATTLE!

Rocking the status quo! We line up the spec sheets of two plug-in hybrid utes en-route to Australia in 2025

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Explore VIC

The best 4x4 tracks in the Victorian High Country

Essential 4x4 tracks to explore within the famous Vic High Country

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Explore NT

Best 4x4 tracks near Darwin

NT's capital has plenty of ideal 4WD destinations within a few hundred kilometres

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News

2025 Ford Ranger PHEV makes global debut; Stormtrak launch edition announced

Ranger plug-in hybrid officially revealed; expected to arrive in Australia in 2025