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Underbody protection for 4X4s: what you really need (and when)
Not sure if you need underbody protection? Here’s what’s worth fitting, when you need it, and how to avoid expensive trackside repairs.
Clearview Classic Mirrors: The trusted original with a lower price tag
Clearview Classic Mirrors offer reliable towing performance with a lower price tag. Here’s what’s new in the updated Original range.
Lightforce BEAST driving light snags good design award
The Lightforce BEAST driving light has bagged a win at the 2024 Australian Good Design Awards. Find out why here and where to get your own set.
Hayman Reese X-Bar now available for JB74 Suzuki Jimny
Just because the JB74 Suzuki Jimny is small, doesn’t mean it isn’t tough. This is why Hayman Reese decided to produce what they say is the strongest towbar on the market, for the pint-sized off-roader. The Hayman Reese X-Bar. What’s…
Easy guide to Bull Bars – Everything You Need to Know
For the love of all things 4WD, do NOT buy a bull bar based on aesthetics alone. Here's what you need to consider when buying a bull bar!
Can you fit a Hayman Reese X-Bar to your 4×4? Updated for 2024
Hayman Reese has released some new X-Bar towbars, for 2024, to suit some of the most popular four-wheel drives on the market. Towbars have a hard job. They have to lug your heavy caravan or camper trailer around. They are…
Lightforce BEAST LED driving lights review
Full disclosure, Lightforce sent these lights out to me for the purpose of testing. That doesn’t mean my opinions of the product will be swayed. In fact, this review ended up costing me money, as I had to order a…
A closer-look at the Clearview Accessories Power Boards
Have you lifted your four-wheel drive recently? Added big tyres as well? Then maybe had a kid or two, or sadly you might have sustained a knee or back injury, and need a helping hand? Whatever the case, if you…
A bar is born – what goes into making a bull bar?
A new HiAce has a monocoque body; it’ll be too weak, they said. Stick with the old style “bolt over the top of the plastic bumper bar”, they screamed. Rated recovery hooks; you’re dreaming, they said. Upswept wings, great approach…
How can you prevent rear windscreen damage when towing?
Sorry, but if you aren't prepared this is not going to be a fun experience at all.
Clearview Accessories – upgraded mirrors for the 70 Series LandCruiser
It’s common knowledge that the Toyota LandCruiser 70 Series is one of the most iconic 4X4s in Australia. It’s a vehicle loved by Aussie 4×4 enthusiasts of all ages. As well as with farmers and those working in challenging mining…
Ironman 4×4 release Rear Swing Arm Bar to suit 76/78 Series LandCruiser
Upgraded rear bars on touring four-wheel drives just make sense. They offer better protection than factory offerings. They offer a rated tow hitch. And make carrying spare tyres and Jerry cans so much more practical. Ironman 4×4 has just announced…
Narva launches new EX2 LED driving lights
The LED driving light industry is one that never sits still. There are constant upgrades and improvements being made to ensure we get the best quality lighting options for our four-wheel drives. I for one love seeing innovation in this…
Does your vehicle need Raptor Coat?
Justin goes into detail on why he chose to apply Raptor Coat to his vehicle and how it's held up after 3 years.
The day a bullbar saved my life
The reason why every four-wheel driver should have a bull bar on the front of their 4X4.
