Gear




The best bull bars in Australia in 2024
An essential piece of kit for anyone who travels out of the city

The best handheld UHF radios in Australia in 2024
Ensure this essential tool for off-road travel is reliable and up to the task

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

The best 4×4 tyres in Australia in 2024
A good set of off-road rubber can make or break your next epic adventure

Readers’ Rigs: January 2024
Six of the best reader-submitted 4x4s sent to us in January 2024

MAX 4×4 releases MAX RACK roof platform for the GWM Tank 300
The MAX RACK roof platform for GWM’s Tank 300 is the latest offering from Australian 4×4 accessory builder, MAX 4×4

The best 270-degree awnings in Australia in 2024
The best 4×4 awnings on sale, to shelter you from the harsh Australian sun

Fulcrum Suspensions’ levelling solution for US trucks
Fulcrum Suspensions has released Bilstein Levelling Kits for US Trucks in Australia, providing a levelled instead of a stock-raked stance

The best camping fridges in Australia in 2024
Bin the Esky and get into the 21st century, with this extensive range of camping fridge/freezers

The best rooftop tents in Australia in 2025
A good way to avoid crocs, bull ants, scorpions and other bities is to get off the ground and stay dry on top of your 4WD

Projecta’s new range of semi-flexible solar panels
Keeping weight down on your 4×4 is important, and Projecta has made it simpler with its new range of semi-flexible solar panels

What is a diff drop and why a 4×4 needs it
There’s more to lifting an IFS 4×4 than springs and shocks. Here’s the grit and grease of making your CV joints go the distance

4×4 vehicle loading and GVM explained
How to safely and legally load your four-wheel drive

NoCo GB70 jump starter review
A portable jump starter form the good ol’ US of A

The best 12V portable compressors in Australia
The best units on the market to inflate and deflate tyres on your next adventure

The best swags in Australia 2024
The best swags available in Australia in 2024, as selected by the 4X4 Australia team

Winch crushes Holden Rodeo
Can a winch cut a 4×4 in two? We sacrifice a Holden Rodeo to find out

MSA 4×4 Accessories Battery Box tested
Finding a good mounting solution for your second battery can be challenging, but MSA 4X4 has come up with a ripper solution
Tradie Triton ute build: Maxtrax recovery kit
We’ve thrown a Maxtrax Bush Recovery Kit and Lite recovery boards in our Triton to keep us out of strife

Tradie Triton ute build: PIAK nudge bar
In our quest to craft the ultimate tradie work ute we have equipped our Triton with a new PIAK nudge bar

WKND Warrior awning and rooftop tent combo is out now
Improve your touring set-up with this excellent pairing from WKND Warrior

Redarc Smart Battery Monitor is out now
Redarc has released the world’s most accurate smart battery monitor

Readers’ Rigs: Summer 2023
Six stunning set-ups ready for the summer season

4×4 guide: 4WD treks of northeast NSW
A comprehensive guide to one of the most spectacular coasts in 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.