Author Archive: 4x4magazine
AMAROK FOR RESCUE
A fleet of 14 new Volkswagen Amarok pick-ups have been rescuing surfers and swimmers in Portugal this summer in one of its first uses as an emergency services vehicle. The Portuguese National Institute for Search and Rescue has chosen the robust all-wheel drive Volkswagen Amarok for its quick response team which carry essential life saving […]
THE LEGEND CONTINUES
Jeep – one of the world’s few, true 4×4 icons – is celebrating its 70th anniversary in 2011. It was born 70 years ago to answer the modern military needs of the time and then evolved to provide civilians with mobility and the means to rebuild their dreams. The first Jeep 4×4 vehicle rolled off […]
VISION OF THE LION
The Peugeot 508 RXH will be unveiled as a world premiere at the Frankfurt International Motor Show in September 2011, and will be on sale in Spring 2012. The Peugot 508 RXH demonstrates a modern and enhanced vision. The style and its innovative HYbrid4 drive unit provide features that allow it to combine freedom and […]
HONDA TRX250X
Aggressive, race-inspired styling gives the new Honda TRX250X a distinctly sporty look. In addition, new Maxxis Razr Vantage tires add to the aggressive image while adding improved sport performance. And thanks to a torquey powerplant and Honda’s innovative and easy-to-use SportClutch plus other great features, this fun-to-ride midsized machine remains a favorite among beginners as […]
OFF-ROAD IN NORTH-WEST VIETNAM
National trunk road Number 6 leads to the historic masterpiece battle of Dien Bien Phu, a strategic victory of 1954 by the Vietnamese over the French forces; a must visit whenever you are in this north western part of Vietnam. For 4×4 enthusiasts, however, Moc Chau is a must stop if you wish to combine a […]
MONSTER BREAKS PIKES PEAK WORLD RECORD
Driving his modified 2011 Monster Sport (Suzuki) SX4 Hill Climb Special, Nobuhiro “Monster” Tajima broke his own former world record, as well as the seemingly unattainable 10-minute mark! On a fiercely competitive day, Monster conquered the climb decisively, mastering the Peak’s winding and perilous path to the top while capturing his sixth consecutive overall win […]
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
The Range Rover celebrates its 40th birthday. One of the most significant vehicles in the history of motoring, the Range Rover was the world’s first vehicle as good on-road as off-road. It was the first fully capable luxury 4×4 and was a milestone in the development of the SUV. From princes to politicians, from rock […]
THE WORLD’S TOUGHEST RALLY EVER
To celebrate the 40th anniversary of the start of the the toughest rally of all time, the 1970 World Cup Rally from London to Mexico City, on 20th April gathered about 25-30 of the original participants and organisers, among others team bosses Stuart Turner, Bill Barnett from Ford and Peter Browning, Bill Price from British […]
KEEPING AIDS AWARENESS ALIVE
Prince York of Schaumburg-Lippe, the Creative Director of YORK Watches at his company Schaumburg Watch, started off on a trip around the world in 100 days with the AIDS activist Joachim Franz and a convoy of five 4×4 vehicles.
MAGNIFICENT TEN
One of the best off-road events in Thailand is the MAGNIFICENT TEN, this year held at Impact Mueang Thong Than lake park.
