Is the BYD SHARK truly Australia ready?

Two very different 4WDs. One of the toughest deserts in Australia. Over 1,000 sand dunes, salt pans, creek crossings… and a whole lot of recovery straps. In this epic off-road showdown, we take the BYD Shark hybrid 4x4 and a Toyota LandCruiser 70 Series across the Simpson Desert to see how they stack up in the real world. From Mt Dare to Birdsville, we cover 430km of rugged terrain on the famous French Line and QAA Line. Along the way, we push both vehicles to their limits, battle the harsh outback elements, and discover whether a hybrid really can survive – and thrive – in Australia’s most unforgiving terrain. This is more than just a 4WD test – it’s a clash of old-school diesel muscle vs modern hybrid tech. Join the conversation: #4x4australia CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Intro