Gear




Invicta Hybrid Starter battery released
Invicta Hybrid Starter battery said to be “absolute game-changer”

4X4 Australia D-MAX gets a MaxTrax recovery kit
The 4X4 Australia D-MAX is ready to hit the tracks, with a comprehensive MaxTrax recovery kit the final piece of the puzzle

Book review: Firepit Barbecue
Away from the city lights and hankering for some Cordon Bleu, try these lip-smacking campfire recipes to up your campfire gastronomic delights

Camp Kitchen: Rocky Road
A great and delicious way to keep the kids quiet at camp

How to safely drive up steep inclines in a 4×4
In this instalment of 4X4 Australia’s How To Off-Road driving series, we give the rundown on how to safely drive up steep hill climbs

MSA 4×4 towing mirrors fitted to the 4X4 Australia D-MAX
We dust off the old socket set and install a set of MSA 4×4 towing mirrors to the 4X4 Australia D-MAX

Companion 60-litre fridge added to the 4X4 Australia D-MAX
Our 60-litre fridge from Companion keeps the beers cold, even when it’s not plugged in to the 4X4 Australia D-MAX

Perentie tops Readers’ Rigs in January 2022
Highly modified Land Rover Perentie leads the latest round of Readers’ Rigs

Tested: Radar Renegade RT all-terrain tyre
We see how Radar’s Renegade RT tyre measures up on our outback turf

Building a custom 4×4 on a budget
With patience and a sensible approach, it’s possible to create a capable and versatile 4×4 adventure rig for less than $35K

How to pack a 4×4 for an off-road escape
An effective 4×4 storage set-up is key to a fun and successful off-road escape

Book review: The Wimmera – A journey through Western Victoria
A follow-up to The Mallee, this book compels the reader to get out and explore this stunning region

Readers’ 4x4s: December 2021
Tidy 79 Series Cruiser leads the latest batch of Readers’ Rigs

How to build a custom 4×4
Dreaming of customising a new rig? We’ve learnt the expensive mistakes so you get it right the first time

How to secure a load with straps and ratchets
Securing a load is a serious matter, for the safety of your precious cargo and for the motorists behind

Hayman Reese celebrates its 70th anniversary
The famous Aussie towing brand hits a milestone birthday, celebrating seven decades at the forefront of towing technology and solutions

How to use traction boards
Deano explains how to use recovery boards to extract your vehicle from a stuck situation, when you’re on your own

Camping with OzTrail’s new Ignite Speaker Lantern
OzTrail’s latest addition to its lantern range comes with a Bluetooth stereo, so we took a pair to the bush

New camping products from OzTrail
Tents, chairs, tables and camp accessories from the team at OzTrail

New camping products from Companion and Campfire
A selection of new products to make camp life more comfortable

Projecta 12-volt system installed
The first step when setting up a new 4×4 for off-road adventures is fitting a quality 12-volt system

Readers’ 4x4s: November 2021
20-year-old Nissan Pathfinder leads the pack of reader-submitted 4x4s in November

Camp Kitchen: Pulled pork nachos
Enjoy these spicy pulled pork nachos the next time you pull up at camp

D-MAX gets a King Brown exhaust
Time to liven things up on 4×4 Australia’s D-MAX, with a three-inch King Brown exhaust from Pacemaker Australia
4X4 Australia’s Gear section is your ultimate resource for the latest and best 4×4 gear, accessories, and equipment. Our team of off-road enthusiasts and automotive experts brings you in-depth reviews, comparisons, and buying guides for a variety of 4×4 products to help you make informed decisions and enhance your off-roading adventures.
Our in-depth reviews encompass a wide array of 4×4 equipment and accessories, such as off-road tyres, roof racks, winches, recovery gear, camping gear, and more. We assess each product’s performance, durability, and value for money to help you find the ideal solution for your off-road activities.