Gear
Turbo-diesel performance upgrades
How can you make more power from your turbo-diesel engine safely and reliably? We interview two qualified mechanics who specialise in diesel tuning, to give us the good oil on diesel performance upgrades
New MAXXIS tyres and ROH Wheels for our Isuzu MU-X build
MAXXIS RAZR AT811 tyres on ROH wheels sets off our MU-X build
Bendix Ultimate 4WD brake upgrade kit tested
With 160,000km on the clock, it was time to perform some maintenance on the FJ Cruiser – starting with a brake upgrade from Bendix
The best underbody protection kits in Australia
We have sourced aftermarket armourers for the 9 best underbody protection kits for 4x4s available in Australia
The Best Sleeping Bags in Australia
Not all sleeping bags are the same so we’ve taken the headache of deciding which is right for you with the 8 best on-sale in Australia
Chassis control systems explained
All of today’s new 4x4s come with electronic control systems that play a huge part in how well the 4×4 in question performs off road
Tested: BioLite 2 Campstove
Loaded with cool features and tech, the BioLite 2 looks great on paper, but is it any good in the real world?
How to expertly pack a 4×4
How to safely, securely and smartly pack gear in to your vehicle
The Best Camping Lights in Australia
A closer look at seven of the best camping lights available in Australia
MU-X build: Century Batteries Dual Force +N70 battery
Our project Isuzu MU-X gets an uprated battery from Australia’s Century Batteries
The Best Lightweight Camping Chairs on the Market – Review and Buyers’ Guide
With no shortage of lightweight, compact camp chairs on the market, which is the right one for you? Our comparison test will help guide your butt to the right choice
Tested: Battery World’s SJS1500 Power Pack and Jump Starter
The SJS1500 Lithium Power Pack from Battery World could save you the hassle of a flat battery
Readers’ Rigs: July 2022
The latest batch of reader-submitted 4x4s has landed
Tested: Kickass LED camp lights
For camping and car maintenance, check out the Kickass range of rechargeable LED lighting options
Axial Wraith Spawn: 12-month test
It’s not a toy, I told my wife, it’s much more serious. Here’s how my Wraith Spawn has held up after 12 months of use and abuse
Tested: Hema HX-2 Navigator
After years of research and development, we test Hema’s much-improved HX-2
2022 Isuzu MU-X build: Offroad Animal Predator bar installed
We start the transformation of our 2022 Isuzu MU-X by fitting a Predator bar from Offroad Animal
Ultra Vision changes the lighting game with its latest Nitro Maxx range and more
SPONSORED: Aussie-made and built tough, here are the latest products from Ultra Vision
Amazon Prime Day sale! Everything you need to know to bag a 4×4 bargain
We’ve found the best 4×4 and camping gear deals for you
Readers’ Rigs: June 2022
Toyota builds dominate this instalment of Readers’ Rigs
Rock crawling: How to tame rocky terrain
The best techniques to safely and successfully drive over rocky terrain
Tested: Projecta Intelli-Start jump starter
The Intelli-Start jump starter from Projecta has become an essential tool in our touring kit
Emergency fix: How to plug a tyre
Sooner or later you’re going to get a flat tyre. Rather than remove the wheel and fit the spare, you can often plug the hole. Here’s how
Tested: Darche Dirty Dee 1400 swag
Palatial, perfect for a couple, and packs up neatly in a canvas storage bag
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.