New and tested 4WDs

Monday, 22 May 2023

We have been musing over the runaway success of the diesel double cab ute sector for a few years now.

Monday, 24 April 2023

Could the Ranger Sport be the best of the bunch? It’s no secret among 4WDers that Ford’s 2023 Rangers set the mid-size 4X4 ute segment on fire since their launch.

My4WD Jimny adventure build

Monday, 24 April 2023

It’s no secret that for many, the Suzuki Jimny is the ‘it’ 4WD of the year. Twelve months ago, NZ4WD tested the limited-run Safari edition, and loved it for is compact, can-do honesty.

Wide track Hilux

Wednesday, 15 March 2023

Sean Willmot has questions – and finds answers – during his drive of Toyota’s wide track Hilux. Question: When is an SR5 Cruiser Hilux not an SR5 Cruiser Hilux?

Tested: Nissan Pathfinder

Wednesday, 15 March 2023

With a history that spans nearly four decades, it’s no surprise that inspiration for the latest Pathfinder can be traced all the way back to the original boxy style version which launched in 1985 a

Mahindra Pik Up auto

Thursday, 16 February 2023

Mahindra has added a six-speed auto to its funky Pik Up. Sean Willmot takes a close look at Mahindra’s new offering.

Nissan’s flagship Navara

Thursday, 16 February 2023

Capable, well equipped, with something of a cult following, Nissan’s Navara has become ever-more viable for ute buyers who don’t want to follow the crowd.

Firepower efficiency with GWM’s Haval H6 Hybrid

Wednesday, 08 February 2023

Ready to discover where the future of the automobile industry is heading?

Jeep Compass – the Baby Grand!

Wednesday, 18 January 2023

Jeep's new Compass - unlimited.

NZ4WD Large 4WD SUV of the Year

Tuesday, 20 December 2022

Our Large 4WD SUV of the Year award was a difficult one this year.

NZ4WD Medium 4WD SUV of the Year

Friday, 16 December 2022

NZ4WD Compact 4WD SUV of the Year

Thursday, 15 December 2022

Vehicles for this award don’t have to have a transfer case, or even ultra-low gear (or two), though they do have to be able to deliver off road capability and this narrows the field considerably.

Massive 4WD Buyers guide 2022

Saturday, 10 December 2022

In the SUV section you might feel that there are some popular models missing, especially amongst the small SUV section.

Large 4WD’s done three ways

Saturday, 10 December 2022

Normally when we set out to do a comparison test for the Annual, we select three similar vehicles (say three models of ute) and test them on and off-road.

In search of the blue-gray crow

Monday, 24 October 2022

Isuzu MU-X – out and about in filthy weather

Karoq and roll is King

Monday, 24 October 2022

As the man said, “Who doesn’t like a little bit of ELO (Electric Light Orchestra)?” and the song title from that fabulous band sums up the new generation Karoq SUV from Skoda very well.

Taking to the trees with a Tucson

Monday, 24 October 2022

Sean gets back to nature with Hyundai’s Tucson hybrid.

Exploring the back roads with a RAV4

Monday, 24 October 2022

With hybrid power and AWD, the RAV4 handles highways and byways with aplomb.

Exploring the Far North and beyond in a Suzuki S-Cross

Monday, 24 October 2022

Suzuki has re-engineered the S-Cross for the young-at-heart market but has kept the model’s mature sophistication.

Hyundai Tucson takes on the dunes

Monday, 17 October 2022

Technology goes off-road, and Sean has questions. An on-road editor goes off-roading with something he probably shouldn’t.

Dual test – Ranger vs Triton

Monday, 17 October 2022

But which horse? Ford Ranger XLT vs Mitsubishi Triton GLX-R Images by Hannah Wilmott

Alltranz – just cool it

Wednesday, 14 September 2022

The automatic transmission is one of the most significant inventions in the automotive industry’s history, making driving much easier and helping with better fuel efficiency.