Car Opinions

Interview with MaxTrax's Brad McCarthy

After getting stuck on a beach in North Queensland by himself, Brad McCarthy thought there had to be a better solo-vehicle recovery method.

If you think the new Defender isn’t a ‘true off roader’, you are wrong

The reborn Land Rover Defender is going to be a serious weapon off the beaten track

Editor's Letter: Australian electric car debate

The fact that our nation’s leaders are only now debating if electric cars are important, or simply a passing fad, is embarrassing

Negative bank interest rates might be a blessing in disguise

Negative positivity … or something like that.

Get inspired for your next 4x4 adventure...from Instagram

Social media is a great place to look for ideas for your next great 4x4 adventure.

Just shut up about how much BMW is in the Toyota Supra

If you’re not buying the Supra because ‘it’s a BMW’, you’ve probably crossed the line from car enthusiast to car bore

Father’s Day: “Go and see your Dad.”

Alex Inwood’s bittersweet journey to Bathurst in a Boxster

Prepare for the worst when crossing the Australian outback

With very few travellers and no phone connection, preparations for crossing Australia's remote country are essential.

Pedestrians you’re doing it wrong

No matter how loudly they argue their point, pedestrians do not always have right of way

Does a higher engine cylinder count mean better towing performance?

Just because it has a bigger engine, doesn't mean it will be better at towing

Keep our 4x4 tracks clean

We need to be responsible for our own footprint on the environment.

Alex Inwood on the great V8

“There’s something about a V8 soundtrack that appeals to our base instincts in a way no other configuration seems to”

Power and torque explained

Engine output is defined by power and torque, but which one is more important to how a 4x4 performs?

Stephen Corby on the money pit that is Formula 1

“This car is constantly testing parts over every single bump of every single circuit in the world”

Would you drive an EV charged with nuclear power?

Nuclear energy is often feared and rarely understood but is it a better EV solution than the current arrangement?

Part-time 4WD vs full-time 4WD: What are the differences?

Part-time 4WD or full-time 4WD? Are three diffs better than two?

Alex Inwood: Not all power-to-weight ratios are created equal

“Common wisdom tells us that with every successive generation, cars are getting fatter, larger and more bloated. But are they?”

Yes, F1 is a bit rooted, but us moaning about it isn’t going to fix anything

Formula One sends out the SOS; expect a reply in 2021

Interview with Ironman 4x4's Kristian Ristell

Kristian helps design and supply suspension kit for Afghan-bound Rangers and armoured rigs, through to everyday Aussie off-roaders.

Soft shackles are great for getting out of emergency situations

Broken down in croc-infested waters? You’re gonna need a quick and safe recovery technique.

Choosing the "best stock off-road 4x4" is tricky

After giving the subject much thought, 4x4 Australia has named the "Serious Seven" in its August 2019 issue.

Defender vs Wrangler | evolution vs tradition

Alienate a loyal customer base or give them exactly what they want – which is the right strategy?

Where is the Tesla Roadster?

Has Elon Musk’s ambition finally overreached itself?

Michael Stahl: Morgan's next chapter

“Along with its money, Morgan’s new venture-capital owner also has a heart, and it seems to be in the right place”