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12V & Power
Six sensors that will drive you crazy!
Every modern vehicle is governed by computers these days. It’s an unassailable fact that you simply can’t ignore. Millions of lines of code go into algorithms that control our engine’s fuel delivery, turbo boost, fuel consumption, ignition timing, our transmission’s…
Our top 5 portable power tools you should never leave home without
It’s a good idea to carry some tools with you when you head bush, and most of us carry some sort of basic tool kit and spares. But often little thought goes into some of the tools needed to carry…
5 reasons an upright fridge could work for your ute
Here are the five reasons we reckon you should consider an upright fridge, if you can make them work in your four-wheel drive. They are cheaper Compared to a chest fridge of the same size, you’re saving yourself roughly $550.…
Calculating how much solar you really need
In this guide, we’ll run through how to work out exactly how much solar you’ll need to be self-sufficient in the power department in your 4X4. If you’ve seen any of my 12-volt guides over the years, you would have…
How to choose your next camera
One of (if not the most common question) I get asked as a photographer, is “What camera should I buy”. To me, it’s not a difficult one to answer, but my reply usually stumps most people because it’s not what…
DIY – How to install a UHF radio into your 4×4
10 quick and easy DIY tips to help you get the job done at home
ARK introduces new Smart Connector – every trailer owner needs one of these
ARK has just introduced what they say is the world’s first 12-pin vehicle socket that automatically checks the trailer lighting electrical system. This works on any trailer connected to the tow vehicle. The coolest feature is that it has been…
Redarc introduces TVMS Rogue Control Module
Wiring a neat and practical 12V electrical solution into your four-wheel drive or caravan can make or break your entire setup. Not only can poor-quality wiring jobs be potentially dangerous, nobody wants to see a rat’s nest of wiring when…
This $300 Ultimate9 gadget will make your diesel feel like petrol
Want your diesel vehicle to feel like a petrol does? Ultimate9's EVC Throttle Controller may be just the product you've been looking for!
Big Red Gear expands with new range and website
If you’re looking to build a tough rig on a budget, then you should check out Big Red Gear for your lighting gear. Learn more here.
The 5 most important gauges your 4X4 needs
With a few gauges placed within eyesight we’re able to monitor the bangs and the whirs to make sure they’re banging and whirring in the way we want them to.
9 Ways to get the most out of your 12V fridge
It doesn’t matter which make or model fridge you own, these following 9 tips will guarantee your food and drinks stay cooler for longer.
Night driving made easy with our tips and tricks
Night driving can be difficult. Challenges look more daunting and tracks can quickly become unfamiliar. Check out our tips for staying safe!
Failed electronics left me stranded in the outback and cost $12,000
Three weeks stranded in the outback, and a $12,000 bill for their troubles. How one couple's dream trip turned sour
Tested: The quintessential 12V setup from Victron Energy
Eyeing off a new 12V setup but can't make heads or tails of it? Unsealed4X4 contributor Josh Leonard runs through his Victron package
