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NZ4WD June 2014
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Superwinch Mainland Challenge
A preview of what’s to come in this tough, hard-fought winching series from the South Island
Six Appeal
What’s the best ute? This year’s comprehensive comparison test takes six of the top models into the forest for a decent assessment. A few surprises in the mix…
Hokianga Safari
A bit more challenging than the average safari, complete with sand hills, tough forest tracks, river crossings and rocky streams. It was all over too soon
Time to accessorise?
Need some practical extras for your working ute? Here’s a guide to some of the useful, clever products out there
High Country Journeys
A first-hand account of a memorable week’s driving in the spectacular South Island high country. A wonderful off-road tour
Rally Tours NZ
Your ticket to the unique driving adventure of a lifetime from London to Vladivostok on the incredible and historic Silk Road
Coast to Coast
Part one of the first leg across the North Island. A fantastic way to enjoy some stunning back-country NZ scenery
DRIVEN
New Nissan X-Trail
A serious shape transformation for an impressive road performer. Off-road
ability, though…
Honda Pioneer 700-4
We push the new side-by-side to its limits and find a highly capable, highly mobile machine that’s a heck of a lot of fun for work and play
Off-road sport
62 National Trials Round 6
The final round from this year’s closely contested season. Teams head to Onewhero, north Waikato, for a tough, varied event
Off-road Racing
Round 2 from Twizel was competitive, with plenty of UTV action and a good turnout from the new generation