Gear




Husqvarna 120i battery-operated chainsaw: 4×4 product test
Spare the 2-stroke, the chainsaw of the future is battery powered.

More Piranha Off Road gear than ever before
Piranha Off Road Products expands its range of off-road products to become a one-stop shop.

4×4 Camper Trailer buyers’ guide
The ins and outs of the ups and downs of camper trailers. Everything you need to know to pick the right portable home for you.

New 4×4 products by Tred and MSA 4×4
We check out new Tred recovery boards and a winch rope protector from MSA 4×4.

Goal Zero Sherpa 100PD power bank and GME TX616XO radio
Sussing out Goal Zero’s Sherpa 100PD Power Bank and GME’s TX616XO radio.

Water Watch fuel separator: 4×4 product test
We fitted a Water Watch fuel separator to protect our Ranger’s diesel engine against fuel contamination.

New 4×4 products by Rhino-Rack and BlackWolf
A closer look at Rhino-Rack Backbone and BlackWolf Sombra shelter

New 4×4 and camping products by Narva Australia
Narva Australia adds heavy duty RV USB flush-mount sockets and multi-colour ALS head torch to its aftermarket catalogue.

Aussie-made Terra Trek Expedition camper tested
Rarely does a camper exude as much confidence when off-road. Ron Moon took the Terra Trek to the outback to give it a solid workout.

How to clean carbon build-up in a diesel engine
If you own a diesel 4×4, chances are your intake is clogged up and you don’t even know it. Here’s our guide to carbon cleaning, and the preventive measures to keep your spoons in the kitchen.

4×4 batteries buyers’ guide
To learn the positives and negatives of 4×4 batteries, we chat to the industry’s experts.

New seat covers by EFS and MSA 4×4
Upgrade your 4×4’s seat covers and reap the practical benefits.

How to prepare for a 4×4 road trip in Australia
Planning a 4×4 road trip in Australia? Here’s a guide on how to prepare to avoid disaster.

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.

Great Aussie Car Fails and HEMA Maps’ Go-To Guide for Campers
A close look at the many stuff-ups of the Australian motoring industry; and loads of expert advice for hitching a camper.

Kinetic ropes versus snatch straps
Kinetic recovery ropes offer a new, safer way to snatch stuck vehicles out of predicaments.

All-new Yakima storage kit
A closer look at Yakima’s Hangover 4 and OffGrid.

How to survive in the outback if your car breaks down
Stranded in the outback? Here are the simple steps that’ll help you survive the ordeal unscathed.

New 4×4 lighting products: August 2019
Brighten your campsite with these lighting solutions.

Navman DRIVEDUO SUV GPS navigation unit: 4×4 product test
The Navman DRIVEDUO SUV combines a dash cam with GPS navigation, and throws in a few extras as well.

Cub Frontier camper trailer: 4×4 product test
More than 50 years of R&D brings us the quickest forward-fold camper yet.

New 4×4 maps and books: August 2019
Escape the rat race and unwind with a good book, with these new 4×4 products.

New 4×4 engine, transmission and battery maintenance gear: August 2019
Optimise your vehicle’s essential bits with quality aftermarket kit.

New tyres, brakes and suspension components: August 2019
Big players on the aftermarket scene release a bunch of new 4×4 kit.
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.