4×4 Accessories & 4WD Gear – Reviews & Expert Advice



Welcome to 4X4 Australia’s Gear hub – the ultimate destination for expert advice on 4×4 accessories, off-road 4WD gear reviews, and buyer guides. From recovery equipment to rooftop tents, lights, suspension upgrades and more, our expert team tests and rates the best 4×4 accessories available in Australia.

Ironman GVM upgrade for Jimny doubles payload
New GVM upgrade suspension kit from Ironman 4×4 doubles the current-gen Jimny’s payload.

New 4×4 gear: KMC KM545 wheels + Maxxis Razr AT811 + Bendix brake kit
New all-terrains from Maxxis, new wheels from KMC, and a Bendix 4×4 brake kit

New 4×4 gear: ARB Base Rack + TJM awning range
A closer look at TJM’s updated range of awnings and a new storage system from ARB.

Warn launches Bluetooth winch controller
Warn’s HUB Wireless Receiver provides Bluetooth winch control.

Code-breaking with an Autophix OBD scanner
Ron’s a firm believer in having an OBD code reader as part of his fault-finding equipment, whenever he travels.

Bronze Age: KMC Addict 2 tested
We equipped the Ranger with KMC wheels that stand out and stand up.

Ironman recovery points + Carbon winch mounts + Warn winch
New 4×4 kit from Ironman 4×4, Carbon Offroad and Warn

We test the Zoleo satellite communicator
The Zoleo satellite communicator provides affordable peace of mind for remote-area travel.

New 4×4 gear: ARB Sportlid + Rhino-Rack multi-purpose holder
Father’s Day gift ideas from ARB and Rhino-Rack.

New 4×4 gear: outback shirts + radios + a camping guide
Gift ideas for the old man this Father’s Day.

Ironman 4×4 Jimny underbody protection + TJM Venturer bar
Protect your rig with quality kit from Ironman 4×4 and TJM.

Wurth under-bonnet LED + Bushranger Nighthawk 7-inch LED
New LED lighting products from Wurth and Bushranger

Lost and found: A guide to satellite navigation
A purpose-built sat-nav system for 4×4 use guarantees continent-wide coverage.

Why every 4x4er needs a satellite phone
It’s a big country out there, and a satellite phone gets the coverage you won’t get from a mobile phone when you’re away from the city lights.

We test the GME 6160XO UHF radio
GME’s 6160XO compact handheld UHF proves itself as a reliable communicator in all conditions.

Avoid buying inferior lithium batteries. Here’s why!
When it comes to all things lithium, watch out for the cheap and nasty … and avoid the shock!

New gear: TJM Rambler 200 + BlackWolf Helan + Direction-Plus Transmission Cooler
A new daypack from BlackWolf, a Transchill Transmission Oil Cooler kit from Direction-Plus, and a full-on 200 Series Rambler build from TJM.

New 4×4 gear: Hella LEDs + Narva Aeromax + ARB winch bar
New 4×4 products released by Narva, Hella and ARB.

New 4×4 gear: Uniden jumpstart kit + GME Connect range + Piranha recovery kit
New 4×4 equipment released by Uniden, GME and Piranha Offroad

New 4×4 gear: KMC wheels + Kumho tyres + Protex brakes
Give Dad the present he wants this Father’s Day.

How to convert a Land Rover Defender from manual to auto
The aftermarket comes to the rescue again, this time converting the manual-only Defender into an auto cog-swapper.

Our Ranger gets loaded with an ARB Awning and Light Kit
A vehicle-mounted awning is the quickest and easiest way to deal with the weather conditions. We fitted an ARB Awning to our ranger.

New gear: EFS winch recovery kit + TRED bracket + MSA 4×4 drop slide
A winch recovery kit from EFS, new TRED mounting brackets and MSA 4×4’s drop slide..

Satellite Messengers: How they work and why you need one
Big parts of Australia and the world lack cell coverage, hence the need to carry emergency comm devices like satellite messengers.
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.













