• KIA shows offroad ideas
    KIA has shown off a pair of concept vehicles that reach out for some off-road credibility. The first is called the “Advntr” concept and is based on Kia’s EV9 electric three-row SUV, while the second...
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  • JAC ute arrives
    NZ’s newest 4WD ute is the JAC T9 ute, and it arrives with a single high spec model and a sharp sub-$50k price
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  • VW shows off Scout 4WDs
    VW has shown off its new Scout EV 4WDs in America. The company will build a double cab pickup and a four door SUV, with vehicles going on sale in late 2026 or early 2027. Why the long lead time? One...
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  • Overall NZ4WD of the Year 2024 and Large SUV of the year: Ineos Grenadier
    The first mistake an Ineos Grenadier owner makes is about time management. For every trip to Bunnings or the supermarket, add at least 30 minutes for dealing with questions from auto and 4WD...
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  • Adventuring in the south
    My good friend Gordon Colmore and I try to get away midweek for an overnight trip once a fortnight or so.
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Products
Ironman’s 4X4 shock absorber range expands
Tuesday, 14 January 2025

Ironman 4X4’s heritage is built on suspension solutions dating back to 1958.

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News and General
4WD ute of the year: Ford Ranger Tremor
Sunday, 15 December 2024

This is good, very good. The Tremor is based on the mid-spec 2.0-litre Ranger Sport but has the line-up’s full-time selectable 4WD system, which is standard on V6 Rangers.

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Adventure NZ
Great New Zealand drives
Friday, 06 December 2024

They are short, long, steep, flat. They are all epic. New Zealand has some superb off-road drives to explore, and right now is the best time to get out there.

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Tech Talk
Transmission ratios: eight is enough
Tuesday, 14 January 2025

It’s a shifty business. Looking for a new or pre-loved 4WD is a chance to choose which fuel, which engine, and which transmission best suits the planned use of that vehicle.

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Adventure NZ
High country adventure
Tuesday, 14 January 2025

One of the many good things about retirement is that you can make a spur of the moment decision to go see a place you have not been before.

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Products
Redarc: power redefined
Tuesday, 14 January 2025

When deep in the heart of the New Zealand wilderness, where the air is crisp and the stars are endless, the hustle and bustle of the city is a distant memory.

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News and General
Medium 4WD SUV of the Year: Land Rover Discovery Sport
Sunday, 15 December 2024

The 2024 version of the ‘Disco Sport’ is a revelation.

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Adventure NZ
Overland in the south
Friday, 06 December 2024

After nearly 40 years in Europe, 4x4 Explorer Adventures owner Richard Soult returned to New Zealand in 2014 and began overlanding around the South Island.

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Products
Ironman winches
Monday, 11 November 2024

A winch can serve many purposes, not least a form of offroad insurance.

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4WD Accesories
Ironman 4x4’s new rooftop tent range
Monday, 14 October 2024
Welcome to the all-new IRONMAN 4x4 rooftop tent collection. Named after famous star constellations, the tents are compact, functional designs that enhance off-road adventure and touring camping.
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4WD Accesories
Unravelling the World of Mud Tyres: A Guide for 4x4 Off-Roaders
Tuesday, 14 May 2024
Embark on a thrilling journey through New Zealand's rugged terrain with the ultimate companion: Mud Tyres.
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4WD Accesories
Beast or machine? Nexen offers the choice
Tuesday, 14 May 2024
When it comes to utes, performance and reliability are paramount. Enter Nexen’s latest Roadian ATX and Roadian MTX tyres.
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Adventure NZ
Adventuring in the south
Friday, 06 December 2024
My good friend Gordon Colmore and I try to get away midweek for an overnight trip once a fortnight or so.
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Adventure NZ
Special tours in the south
Friday, 06 December 2024
Great scenery, great company, great yarns. South Island Tours offers this and more on its small group off-road tours.
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Adventure NZ
Farewelling the snow deep in the Hopkins Valley
Monday, 11 November 2024
When I’m away guiding, people often ask me if I get bored driving the same tracks week after week. The simple answer is no. I’m always with a different group of great people, the weather is different...
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