Terrain Tamer: News & Reviews

Terrain Tamer Fortified Parts range for the 70 Series
A closer look at Terrain Tamer’s Fortified Parts range and how it strengthens key components on the 70 Series

2025 Christmas Gift Guide: Terrain Tamer
From mud to spills, Terrain Tamer gear has your rig covered inside and out

An epic snow trip with 4X4 Australia’s supporters and suppliers
An alpine convoy over Mt Skene, a brewery stop in Mansfield and plenty of snow driving brought our supporters and mates together for a memorable weekend

Terrain Tamer purchases Steve Irwin’s iconic 1982 Toyota LandCruiser Troop Carrier
The Crocodile Hunter’s legendary HJ47 Troopy has been bought by Terrain Tamer

Best new 4×4 accessories and upgrades in Australia – July 2025
New 4×4 gear released in July 2025 boosts reliability, performance, and comfort for tackling tough trails

Terrain Tamer Suspension Seats tested on a Simpson Desert crossing
We put a set of Terrain Tamer Suspension Seats through to the test on a Simpson crossing – here’s how they held up

Keeping cool with a new Terrain Tamer aluminium radiator
Out with the old and in with the cold, as this HiLux scores a new Terrain Tamer aluminium radiator

Terrain Tamer ELocker put to the test
Nothing screams “get me through that boghole” more than a diff lock

2024 Toyota LandCruiser 79 GXL: Our big build for 2025 gets underway
Our new VDJ79 build gets cracking with a suspension and GVM upgrade from Terrain Tamer

Toyota HiLux gets a Terrain Tamer Disc brake conversion
Just like diamonds trump spades, Terrain Tamer’s disc brake conversion is a winner

Ron Moon’s TroopCarrier gets Terrain Tamer GVM upgrade
Ron engages Terrain Tamer to improve his Troopie’s load-carrying capability and its ride… whether loaded or not

Terrain Tamer expands range of parabolic leaf springs to include 40 Series LandCruiser models
Terrain Tamer’s new 40 Series parabolic springs are in hot demand

Terrain Tamer has the fix for dodgy LandCruiser handbrakes
Terrain Tamer’s Electric Secondary Park Brake (ESPB) put to the test

Terrain Tamer releases all-new Fortified Plus Clutch kits
Built to handle extreme weight and engine capacity, you can’t go past Terrain Tamer’s latest heavy duty clutch kit

Toyota HiLux GVM upgrade guide
Stay legal and carry more load with a GVM upgrade

Toyota HiLux suspension guide
Improve clearance and ride quality with an aftermarket suspension set-up

Don Kyatt and Terrain Tamer expand global reach
Australian aftermarket brand expands into South America

Ron’s LC79 gets new diffs, axles, bearings, housings and more
The harsh Australian continent takes its toll on even the most robust 4WDs

Tested: Terrain Tamer brakes review
You can spend a lot of money searching for the holy grail of brakes, but what is the best bang for your buck for your 4WD?

New 4×4 kit recently released by Terrain Tamer
Terrain Tamer recently released new Upper Control Arms and a Brake Kit

4×4 aftermarket: Terrain Tamer, AMC and Ironman
Terrain Tamer exhaust system + AMC cylinder heads + Ironman 4×4 SsangYong suspension.

New gear: ARB air locker + Terrain Tamer parabolic springs + Tough Dog control arms
New quality 4×4 equipment released by ARB, Terrain Tamer and Tough Dog.

New suspension and driveline kit from EFS, Bendix, Sachs and Terrain Tamer
Improve your 4×4’s off-road credentials by upgrading its suspension, brakes and/or wheel bearings, or give it a diff drop.

Terrain Tamer’s new Parabolic Leaf Spring for Toyota Hilux
Terrain Tamer adds a new Parabolic Leaf Spring for the Toyota Hilux to its extensive suspension range.