The editorial team
AOR 4x4 is written, edited, and reviewed by the AOR 4x4 Editorial Team. The masthead:
- Editor-in-Chief — oversees the editorial calendar, the review cycle, and house style.
- Drivetrain and Vehicle Editor — covers 4x4 fundamentals and how the drivetrain works.
- Preparation and Recovery Editor — covers vehicle preparation, recovery techniques, and trail readiness.
- Maintenance Editor — covers routine off-road vehicle maintenance.
- Terrain and Safety Editor — covers terrain skills, gear essentials, and safety practice.
- Contributing Editors — write guides and the printable trail-day checklist.
How we work
Every article is assigned to the editor for its section, written to house style, and reviewed by a second editor before publication. Every article carries a byline and First published and Last updated dates, so readers can see how current it is.
Editorial standards
- Accuracy: we publish common-knowledge guidance only and mark anything illustrative or editorial as such.
- Independence: we do not run paid placements, and we do not promote products or services.
- Plain language: practical guidance written for everyday readers.
- Scope: we publish general everyday guidance only — no legal, medical, or financial advice.
Review and updates
Articles are reviewed on a regular cycle and updated when guidance changes. The Last updated date on each article reflects its most recent review.
Corrections
Found an error? Email editorial@aor4x4.com with the article title and the correction. We log corrections and update the article with a note.