4x4 Magazine

02/12/2021

Cool

24/11/2021

The Yomper 4x4 business is the brainchild of Elland-based engineering company, Samson Engineering Ltd, which has an established background and peerless reputation in the design, development and manufacture of commercial trailers and construction equipment,

22/11/2021

Mitsubishi unveiled the all-new electric SUV Airtrek at Auto Guangzhou.
With its long wheelbase and broad overall width, the new model also offers spacious interior room for the whole family to ride in comfort.
The all-new Airtrek comes equipped with a large capacity 70 kWh battery, achieving a maximum driving range of approximately 520 kilometers. Installing the battery in the center of the floor has achieved an ideal front-rear weight distribution with a low center of gravity. The motor, inverter, and reduction drive have been integrated into a single lightweight, compact unit, combined with a driving system that delivers high output and torque inside a lightweight, high-rigidity body. As a result, the Airtrek delivers the powerful yet smooth ride characteristic of an EV, with nimble handling for a thoroughly exhilarating driving.

14/11/2021

Solterra, the brand’s first battery electric vehicle has been built as an authentic SUV in an environmentally friendly package to be launched globally. The Solterra will be the cornerstone of Subaru’s future BEVs. The vehicle has been jointly-develo

11/11/2021

Gaussin presents the H2 Racing Truck designed by Pininfarina, the most powerful 100% hydrogen and electric racing truck built so far. It will compete at the 2022 Dakar Rally in Saudi Arabia in January. The data and information collected during the 2022 Dakar Rally will be used to further develop Gaussin’s range of road trucks scheduled for launch from 2022.
Gaussin’s hydrogen system has been developed for an ultra-light chassis designed around the hydrogen and electric powertrain, based on the modular skateboard launched last April. The racing truck is powered by two e-motors of 300 kW each, getting energy from fuel cells of 380 kW and batteries of 82 kWh. The volume of the hydrogen tank is 80 kg and it can be recharged in 20 minutes with a specific hydrogen cooling station.
The maximum speed of the racing truck is 140 km/h in compliance with regulations and has a range of 250 km in race conditions.

11/11/2021

Kia today revealed the first official images of the Kia Concept EV9, an all-electric SUV concept set for global debut at AutoMobility LA on November 17

02/11/2021

Chevrolet drives into the SEMA Show this week led by The Chevy Beast — a concept vision of the ultimate in high-performance desert running. The Chevy Beast concept is a four-passenger off-roader that’s based on a modified Silverado chassis, wears a customized pickup body and is powered by a Chevrolet Performance LT4 650-horsepower supercharged crate engine.
Designers and engineers started with the chassis of a Silverado short-bed model and modified it for high-speed desert running. The frame was shortened and a custom-designed, 4130 chromoly tubular safety structure was integrated while the modified chassis was wrapped with a custom, lightweight body. A concept, long-travel off-road suspension system was also created for the vehicle, including a five-link rear suspension. Along with a widened, 91-inch track, it contributes to more stable handling and optimal driver control during high-speed off-road driving. That high-speed capability is derived from a Chevrolet Performance LT4 crate engine — a 6.2L supercharged V-8 that’s rated at 650 hp. It’s backed by a 10L90 10-speed automatic transmission that sends torque to a two-speed transfer case and distributes it to 37-inch-tall off-road tires mounted on 20-inch beadlock wheels. The concept also includes the Chevrolet Performance Big Brake Upgrade System.

01/11/2021

Mitsubishi revealed the all-new plug-in hybrid (PHEV) Outlander crossover SUV, confirming it will share the same bold and distinctive styling as the all-new, gasoline-powered Outlander that launched earlier this year. Sales are scheduled to begin in Japan in mid-December.
The all-new Outlander PHEV model employs twin-motor 4WD that consists of one motor at the front and another one at the rear of the vehicle. The system optimally distributes the driving force between the front and rear wheels according to road and driving conditions.
Combining this with the evolved version of Super-All Wheel Control (S-AWC) increases vehicle maneuverability in driving, cornering and braking. Conventional models employ a braking control system to control the brake forces in the left and right wheels only on the front, but the evolved S-AWC adds a braking control system for the rear wheels. This reduces the load on the front wheels and makes it possible to extract the maximum performance from all four tires in a more balanced manner.
In addition, seven drive modes can be selected depending on road conditions and driving style.
Like its gasoline counterpart, the all-new Outlander PHEV will come standard with third-row seating.

31/10/2021

Land Rover has revealed the New Range Rover at the Royal Opera House in London.
The fifth generation RR is available with a choice of efficient mild-hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains and four, five or seven-seat interiors across Standard and Long Wheelbase body designs. A pure-electric Range Rover – the first all-electric Land Rover – will join the line-up in 2024.
It has been designed, developed and engineered in the UK and will be produced exclusively at Land Rover’s Solihull Manufacturing Facility – the historic home of Range Rover.

16/10/2021

Sweet memories! Who has this sticker still on his car?

29/09/2021

From the moment the Jeep introduced the Grand Cherokee in 1992, by literally driving the SUV up the steps of Cobo Hall in Detroit and through a glass window, after more than 7 million in global sales, now introduces the fifth-generation of Grand Cherokee bringing an all-new architecture, new plug-in hybrid powertrain, all-new exterior design and interior design.
The lineup includes the Grand Cherokee 4xe, the first electrified Grand Cherokee, and the new Trailhawk, the ultimate 4x4 Grand Cherokee.
The fuel-efficient 2.0-liter turbocharged I-4 engine is part of Stellantis’s Global Medium Engine family. The high-tech, direct-injection engine uses a twin-scroll, low-inertia turbocharger mounted directly to the cylinder head.
Overall, the 4xe system delivers 375 horsepower (280 kW) and 637 Nm of torque.

08/09/2021

The Beginning of the End

With the Concept EQG, Mercedes-Benz presents the near-production study of an all-electric model variant of its utilitarian off-road icon. Visually, the concept car combines the unmistakably striking look of the G-Class with selected design elements typical of all-electric models from Mercedes as contrasting highlights. The Concept EQG offers a preview of what a Mercedes-Benz G-Class with battery-electric drive will be capable of.
The chassis design remains off-road capable, as is typical of the G-Class: with independent suspension on the front axle and a rigid axle at the rear, newly developed for the integration of the electric drive. With four electric motors close to the wheels and individually controllable, the vehicle will offer unique driving characteristics both on- and off-road. As with any real 4x4, the Concept EQG's off-road reduction can be activated via a shiftable 2-speed gearbox.

15/07/2020

After two postponement 41st Bangkok International Motor Show has opened it's door in line with the Thai government recommendations for event organizers.

14/07/2020

18/06/2020

Masterpiece

29/02/2020

THE GENEVA INTERNATIONAL MOTOR SHOW IS CANCELLED!
This is an injonction decision of the Federal Council of 28 February 2020 that no events with more than 1,000 people are allowed to take place until 15 March 2020. The organizers accept this decision.
The decision falls 3 days before the opening of the exhibition. The construction of the stands was very nearly complete. A week ago, during the press conferences announcing the 2020 edition, there was nothing to suggest that such a measure was necessary. The situation changed with the appearance of the first confirmed coronavirus diseases in Switzerland and the injonction of the Federal Council on 28.02.2020. The event is cancelled due to this decision.
In the meantime, the dismantling of the event will now have to be organised. The financial consequences for all those involved in the event are significant and will need to be assessed over the coming weeks. One thing is certain: tickets already purchased for the event will be refunded. The organisers will communicate about this as soon as possible, via their website.

20/02/2020

Land Rover Club Indonesia will celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Camel Trophy and pay a tribute to the 1981 Camel Trophy Sumatra with an international "Sumatra Tribute 2020" event. The 15 days adventure will start on 5th of December and follows previously used Camel Trophy tracks in the hot and humid jungle, and will be spiced up with tricky team challenges along the way.

1981 Sumatra Tribute

10/02/2020

The all-new Kia Sorento will make its world premiere at the 2020 Geneva International Motor Show.
A mainstay of Kia’s global line-up, more than three million Sorento models have been sold worldwide since it was launched in 2002.
The fourth generation of Kia’s flagship global SUV is the latest addition to the brand’s reinvigorated SUV line-up. The first vehicle based on Kia’s new-generation midsize SUV platform, the Sorento raises standards in its segment for practicality, offering space on a par with larger vehicles. The new model also marks the first-time adoption of hybrid power in the Sorento line-up.
Kia is applying a range of innovations to the new Sorento, including advanced driver assistance systems and progressive connectivity and infotainment features.

09/02/2020

Kia Motors unveiled the new Sonet concept, tailored for the Indian market, at the Auto Expo 2020 in Delhi. The concept will be developed further ahead of a launch in the second half of 2020.
With a modern, dynamic and bold design, the Sonet is equipped with several first-in-class features. These include head-turning looks, Kia’s signature ‘tiger-nose’ grille, stepwell geometry within the grille mesh, ‘tiger-eyeline’ daytime running lights, and wide rear signature lighting.
Inside, Sonet is made for the young, social, connected, tech-savvy Indian. The cabin is fitted with a 10.25-inch infotainment and navigation system with UVO Connect, a Bose premium audio system, and an intelligent manual transmission (iMT). The Kia Sonet concept also hints at best-in-class interior space.

05/01/2020

Genesis shared the first official images of the GV80, the first sport-utility vehicle for the brand. The much-anticipated, three-row GV80 will become the fourth model in the Genesis lineup. Like its sedan siblings, GV80 will be based on a rear-wheel-drive platform unique to the Genesis brand; all-wheel drive will be optional.

02/12/2019

Tata Motors is all set to strengthen its SUV portfolio further. The company named its upcoming flagship SUV: Tata GRAVITAS, set for launch in February 2020.
Being the second vehicle built on the OMEGA (Optimal Modular Efficient Global Advanced) Architecture), which is derived from Land Rover’s legendary D8 platform, the GRAVITAS will set international level benchmarks in terms of performance, driveability and luxury.

01/12/2019

Welcome to Hungary! The members of The Last Overland traveling from Singapore to London to recreate The First Overland from 1955 today arrived o Budapest. Hungary is the 17th country on their route back to UK and they are on the road exactly 100 days today.
The three vehicle, including "Oxford", the last remaining unit of the original Land Rovers making the First Overland, were escorted by dozens of Hungarian Land Rover enthusiasts from the Serbian border to Budapest, where the participants were given a welcome reception by Magyar Autóklub in attendance of Iain Lindsey, the Ambassador of UK to Hungary.

21/11/2019

A new chapter and a landmark moment in Aston Martin’s illustrious 106-year history, Aston Martin has yesterday unveiled its first SUV in Beijing, a model that will propel the brand to new heights worldwide. That model, is DBX.
Powered by a new version of the characterful 4-litre, twin-turbocharged V8 engine found in DB11 and Vantage, DBX features an impressive output of 550PS and 700NM of torque. The turbocharged V8 has cylinder deactivation to enhance fuel economy, yet it can also propel DBX from 0 to 62 mph in 4.5 seconds and on to a top speed of 181 mph.
Transmitting this power and torque to the ground is a nine-speed torque convertor automatic gearbox, allied to an all-wheel drive system with active differentials featuring an active central differential and an electronic rear limited slip differential. With its capacity to raise the ride height by 45 mm or lower it by 50 mm the air suspension gives any driver the confidence to tackle a wide range of terrain.

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19/11/2019

Rolls-Royce today showcased the full lineup of the marque’s permanent Bespoke Black Badge family for the first time in China at the OCT Contemporary Art Terminal Shenzhen with the debut of its newest and final member, Black Badge Cullinan.
For Black Badge, the Architecture of Luxury has been comprehensively re-engineered for the first time while retaining Rolls-Royce’s signature ‘Magic Carpet Ride’ experience. The motor car’s 6.75-litre twin-turbocharged V12 engine delivers more power (600PS) and greater torque (900NM), and its re-engineered drivetrain and chassis provide enhanced dynamic performance.

12/11/2019

Mitsubishi today revealed the latest addition to the XPANDER lineup, the all-new crossover MPV – XPANDER CROSS, which will be launched in Indonesia first, then to other ASEAN markets sequentially.
Based on the solid foundation of the multi-award winning XPANDER, Mitsubishi has brought together its expertise in tough SUVs and spacious MPVs to create the new model.
The ground clearance is raised by 20mm over the standard XPANDER to provide better ability on rougher or flooded roads, and also higher eye-point and clear visibility for the driver.
Power for the XPANDER CROSS is provided by the latest 4A91 1.5-liter petrol engine with 4AT or 5MT, which is an enhancement of the existing 4A9 series.

08/11/2019

Mitsubishi will reveal a new crossover MPV that embodies its brand and crosses characters of multi-purpose vehicles (MPV) and sport utility vehicles (SUV).
By bringing together its expertise in high driving performance, robust yet modern SUV-like design, and the unique strengths of a well-equipped, spacious MPV, Mitsubishi has created the new model that drives the ambition of customers across the world.
More details will be unveiled on November 12, 2019 in Jakarta, Indonesia.

06/11/2019

Hinting at upcoming Bronco production model, Ford’s Bronco R race prototype debuts in the desert to celebrate 50th anniversary of Rod Hall’s historic Baja 1000 win, an overall victory in a 4x4 that’s never been duplicated in 50 years.
As a tribute, it was appropriately parked alongside the Bronco that Rod Hall and Larry Minor famously drove to an overall win 50 years ago at the 1969 Baja 1000 – a victory that no other 4x4 has replicated. Featuring a race livery inspired by Hall’s winning vehicle, Bronco R passes the torch to off-road racer Shelby Hall, Rod’s granddaughter, who will drive it for portions of this year’s prestigious race in honor of her late grandfather.
The race prototype is built on a modified Ford T6 architecture that will provide the base for the production model. Beefed up for Baja, Bronco R features an independent front suspension with 14 inches of travel and a production-based five-link rear chassis design with up to 18 inches of travel, plus custom Fox shocks, 17-inch beadlock-capable aluminum wheels and 37-inch BFGoodrich tires.

Hinting at upcoming Bronco production model, Ford’s Bronco R race prototype debuts in the desert to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Rod Hall’s historic Baj...

10/09/2019

Land Rover has revealed the New Defender at the Frankfurt Motor Show.
It will be available in 90 and 110 body designs, with up to six seats in the 90 and the option of five, six or 5+2 seating in the 110. The 110 is just the start for this family and will be swiftly followed by a compact, short wheelbase 90, before a pair of practical commercial models join the line-up in 2020.
New Defender features permanent four-wheel drive, a twin-speed automatic gearbox, a maximum towing capability of 3,720 kg.
It is the first Land Rover to feature Configurable Terrain Response, which allows drivers to fine-tune a range of settings to suit the conditions more precisely than ever before. A new Wade programme optimises the vehicle for fording, it has a world-class maximum wading depth of up to 900 mm.
The new body architecture provides ground clearance of 291mm and world-class off-road geometry, giving the 110 approach, breakover and departure angles of 38, 28 and 40 degrees respectively.
At launch, the petrol line-up comprises a four-cylinder P300 and a powerful six-cylinder P400, featuring efficient Mild Hybrid Electric Vehicle technology. Alternatively, customers can choose from a pair of four-cylinder diesels – the D200 and powerful D240, while a Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) powertrain will join the range next year

03/09/2019

All-new Nissan JUKE made its global debut in 5 cities across Europe, a market where almost 1 million JUKE have been sold since it defined the compact crossover segment 9 years ago.
The sporty JUKE is designed for agility, but the all-new coupe crossover has also grown up. Dimensions are now 4,210 mm length; 1,595 mm height; and a width of 1,800 mm for better roominess while remaining compact and lighter by 23 kg.
The new JUKE is powered by an efficient 1.0-liter three-cylinder DIG-T turbocharged petrol engine with 117 PS, giving drivers improved performance, fuel economy and refinement. Available with an engaging 6-speed manual or sporty 7-speed dual-clutch (DCT) paddle-shift transmission, and a driving mode selector (Eco, Standard, Sport).