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Installing an Aeromotive Phantom Stealth Fuel System

Verne Simons December 17, 2018

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Automatic vs. Selectable Lockers: Which Is Better?

Trenton McGee December 17, 2018

Editors weight in on their preferences for automatic locking differentials versus... » Read More

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Manual vs. Automatic Transmission

Trenton McGee December 17, 2018

Editors debate which transmission is better for off-road use: manuals or automatics.... » Read More

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Versus! Best New Project Truck

Trenton McGee December 17, 2018

Editor Opinions on the Best Project Platform.... » Read More

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Power Vs. Gearing For Off-Roading

Verne Simons December 17, 2018

We give our personal opinions on what’s better; the horsepowers and torque, or gearing.... » Read More

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Week to Wheeling Day 5

Christian Hazel December 14, 2018

Finishing up the 4-Wheel & Off-Road Week to Wheeling TJ by mounting the Kenda Klever R/T tires,... » Read More

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Week to Wheeling Day 4

Christian Hazel December 13, 2018

Day 4: Putting the final touches on the MetalCloak RockSport Lock-N-Load suspension install,... » Read More

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1974 Chevy C20: Why Buy a New Truck When You Can Build Something Better?

Harry Wagner December 13, 2018

Blake van Brouwer built a classic two-tone Chevy into a truck that can haul the entire family,... » Read More

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New 2018 Jeep Wrangler JL Is Incredibly Capable, but Even More Now

Harry Wagner December 13, 2018

Jason Scherer took a brand new Jeep and worked with Starwood Motors and WFO Concepts to put... » Read More

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Week to Wheeling Day 2

Christian Hazel December 11, 2018

Day 2: Gutting a 1997 Wrangler from the frame down for a MetalCloak RockSport Long-Arm... » Read More

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1972 Jeep CJ-6: A Jeep Fit for a King

Harry Wagner December 11, 2018

This Jeep started as a bone stock CJ5 twenty years ago. It still has the same soul but nearly... » Read More

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A 2007 Chevrolet 2500HD Duramax Built to Travel the World

Harry Wagner December 11, 2018

What would you choose for an expedition across the globe? Jack Peeler built a Duramax with a... » Read More

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Week to Wheeling Day 1 Update

Christian Hazel December 10, 2018

Gutting a 1997 Wrangler from the Frame Down for a MetalCloak RockSport Long-Arm Suspension.... » Read More

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Gearing: Trans vs. T-Case for Off-Road

Verne Simons December 5, 2018

We give our personal opinions on what’s better; gearing in the transmission or gearing in the... » Read More

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Rockhound Installs Dual Batteries & IBS Relay in Our Old Ford

Harry Wagner December 4, 2018

Dual batteries mean more than just putting two batteries under the hood, they need to be wired... » Read More

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Used Parts vs New! Versus!

Verne Simons December 3, 2018

We give our personal opinions on what’s better; buying new parts or used.... » Read More

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Whoops! Trent’s Biggest Fan

Harry Wagner December 3, 2018

Ultimate Adventure fan belt swap.... » Read More

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Pack It Out Even If You Didn’t Pack It In

Christian Hazel November 30, 2018

Clean up the trail. Every bit helps.... » Read More

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Week to Wheeling Coming Dec. 10-14

Christian Hazel November 29, 2018

Building a Wrangler from zero to off-road hero in one week.... » Read More

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Skinny vs Wide Tires! Versus!

Harry Wagner November 29, 2018

From pizza cutters to roller skates, off-road tires come in a variety of widths for every... » Read More

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Originally created as a special interest publication by the editors of Hot Rod, Petersen's 4-Wheel & Off-Road has grown into the largest 4x4 enthusiast brand in the world. Celebrating its 35th anniversary in 2013, Petersen's 4-Wheel & Off-Road has become the biggest title in the 4x4 world by leaving the chrome behind and focusing on hardcore 4-wheeling. From informative and comprehensive technical stories, to coverage of trails and events around the globe, to sharing the latest creations from our readers, 4-Wheel & Off-Road is a wealth of knowledge each and every month.

In addition to 4x4 of the Year and Ultimate Adventure -- the brand's signature annual events–the eminently knowledgeable and passionate editors of 4-Wheel & Off-Road also extensively cover other major gatherings of the 4x4 faithful, feature amazing vehicle builds, serve up technical how-to advice, and wrench on project vehicles. Technical editor Fred Williams is also the star of Dirt Every Day, a fun and informative 4x4-themed series featured on the Motor Trend YouTube channel.

Ultimate Adventure dates back to 2000 and is one of the most aptly named events around, and is at the top of every self-respecting wheelers bucket list. Each year Editor-in-Chief Rick Péwé hand picks a small group of lucky readers and takes them on the trip of a lifetime along with the staff and a group of sponsors. A new destination is chosen each year and kept as a closely guarded secret, but regardless of where they are on the map the week-long off-road journey covers over 1,000 miles of mud, rock, sand, trees, and asphalt while camping through several states. The motto for UA is “No Whining”, and everyone has to be entirely self-sufficient and no trailers are allowed.

First awarded in 1983, the 4x4 of the Year trophy goes to the best new 4x4-capable truck or SUV, with requirements including a two-speed, low-range-equipped transfer case, and with more than 2,500 vehicles produced each year and that we can crawl under the vehicle while the tires are still on the ground to weed out the cute UTEs. Qualifying vehicles are then judged against six criteria – ride & drive impressions, empirical data, mechanical figures, 4-wheeling attributes, interior quality, and exterior quality, with a heavy emphasis on the 4-wheeling attributes.

In short, 4-Wheel & Off-Road offers up a wealth of knowledge, experience and entertainment designed to engage the most passionate 4x4 enthusiasts, those new to the trails, and everyone in-between.

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