Simon Christie

has been a passionate 4 wheel driver for well over 20 years. Starting with a modified LJ50 Suzuki and progressing to his current ride, an amazing 400Hp custom built FJ40 Landcruiser, Simon's 4wd experiences have spanned all aspects of the popular 4wd lifestyle. Whether it is camping and touring through remote areas or competing in extreme 4wd motor sport Simon has always approached his 4wdriving with an enthusiasm and vigour equalled only by his passion and proactivity in positively promoting 4wdriving.

In 2004 this drive saw Simon and his wife Miranda launch the exciting 4wd TV, Australia's first dedicated 4x4 television show. Within a few short months the popularity and success of the program saw it winning numerous awards and within a few short years it was airing nationally within Australia via a combination of community and satellite TV stations and nationally in NZ via SKY. Five years on, 4wd TV is heralded as one of the most resilient and highly supported programs nationally and continues to produce an outstanding forty all new episodes each year.

With 4wd TV covering all aspects of the 4x4 scene from family day trips to extreme 4wd motor sport, the demand for more content was staggering and the opportunity to expand into a dedicated 4x4 touring program was realised with YOUR4X4.

Now regularly travelling right across Australia and abroad in search of the best 4x4 destinations and action Simon and Miranda are well known and respected as pioneering ambassadors of the 4wd industry. As such, Simon writes for a number of magazines, appears in and produces numerous training and promotional corporate videos, presents at 4x4 shows and consults industry on product developments and new directions.

Simon and Miranda currently own three 4wds. An 80 Series Cruiser on 35s with a 5 inch lift, a GU Patrol on 35s with a 3 inch lift and a fully decked out FJ40 sitting on 37s and powered by a 5.7l V8.