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First Look at the Completely Redesigned 2017 Land Rover Discovery

Christian Hazel September 28, 2016

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Whoops! Field Dart

Tom Morr September 27, 2016

Off-road enthusiasts share photos of their 4-wheeling predicaments and mishaps... » Read More

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Truth in Advertising: Carnage Canyon Lives Up to Name

Harry Wagner September 26, 2016

“Carnage Canyon”? We admit we are jaded. We rolled our eyes at the name. Until we got there,... » Read More

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Black Bear Pass, Once a Year, Backwards

Verne Simons September 23, 2016

We jump in the passenger seat for a unique trip up Black Bear Pass near Telluride, Colorado,... » Read More

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Transmission & Drivetrain

Nuts & Bolts: Toyota Pickup Regularly Breaks Locking Hub Studs

Trenton McGee September 20, 2016

A reader offers another solution for a Toyota that regularly breaks locking hub studs.... » Read More

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Nuts & Bolts: Help for a Cluttered Garage

Trenton McGee September 19, 2016

A reader asks for advice with his cluttered and disorganized garage.... » Read More

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Nuts & Bolts: Chevy Gas Tank Skid?

Trenton McGee September 18, 2016

A readers ask about protecting the plastic fuel tank on his 1999-2006 Chevrolet/GMC 4x4.... » Read More

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Nuts & Bolts: AutoTrac Transfer Case Delete

Trenton McGee September 17, 2016

A reader with a 2006 Chevy 1500HD would like to replace the AutoTrac transfer case to one... » Read More

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Nothing Is the Norm on This Toyota V-8–powered Right-Hand-Drive Samurai

Harry Wagner September 16, 2016

This Samurai sports 42-inch tall tires, one ton axles, and a Toyota V8 engine... » Read More

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4xForward - Off-Roaders Take Unique Vacations

Christian Hazel September 16, 2016

I imagine that to an outsider our hobby is hard to understand.... » Read More

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Colorado’s Poughkeepsie Gulch and More

Verne Simons September 16, 2016

We hit the road in Rosco P. Drivetrain and run up Poughkeepsie Gulch looking for beautiful views... » Read More

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Wheels & Tires

Nuts & Bolts - Can Wheel Backspacing Cause Death Wobble?

Trenton McGee September 16, 2016

A readers suggests that poor wheel backspacing is a cause of death wobble.... » Read More

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Whoops! King of the Sidehill

Tom Morr September 16, 2016

Reader in a 4-wheeling predicament.... » Read More

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Project Vehicles

DED Project Revived for Flatfender Frame & Rust Repair

Fred Williams September 14, 2016

Boxing a Flatfender Frame... » Read More

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Cheap Truck Challenge 2016

Fred Williams September 14, 2016

Two teams compete in an off road challenge in vehicles built and modified on a budget.... » Read More

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This YJ Owner Went Big With 42s & 1-Ton Axles

Harry Wagner September 13, 2016

This YJ Can’t Lose With 42s... » Read More

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Product Reviews

Dynatrac ProRock 60 Tacoma Review

Ali Mansour September 13, 2016

Bolt-In 60 for the Second-Gen Tacoma... » Read More

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Old Man Emu BP-51 Tacoma Suspension Review

Ali Mansour September 13, 2016

BP-51: Internal Bypass Shocks... » Read More

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Would You Rather Go Wheeling or Wrenching?

Christian Hazel September 8, 2016

Wheeling or Wrenching: What’s on Your Desert Island?... » Read More

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This 1944 Dodge Power Wagon Was Built Before You Could Google Everything

Harry Wagner September 8, 2016

Modern Suspension & Drivetrain, Classic Styling... » 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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