Gear
Front Runner launches Pro Bed Rack System – and it looks awesome!
Pro Bed Rack System, the latest release from Front Runner, is sure to be of interest to dual-cab 4×4 ute owners looking to maximise space for work and play. In-fact, Dometic, the parent company of Front Runner, is confident in…
Suzuki Jimny XL Heritage model announced – but there’s a catch
Yep, you have read that right. Suzuki has just announced that they will be releasing a Heritage version of their 5-door XL Jimny. However, with only 500 models for sale, Suzuki says their limited edition 5-door Heritage Jimny is going…
2024 National 4×4 Outdoors Show coming soon for Sydney
It’s nearly that time of year again, you don’t want to miss the 2024 National 4×4 Outdoors Show in Sydney. Keep your calendar free from 14-16 June, and get yourself to the Sydney Showground. The 4×4 Show is Sydney’s biggest…
First drive of the 2024 Isuzu D-Max 4×4
The 2024 Isuzu D-Max marks the second update to this platform, which was introduced to the Australian market as the Third Generation D-Max back in 2020. The D-Max was the third best selling 4×4 in 2023 and 2024, so this…
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…
Five reasons you should install a roof console
When you think of 4×4 storage, normally it’s the big ticket items like storage drawers or tubs that come to mind. Which makes sense. But, what about some of the smaller items that serve a big job, like roof consoles? …
Kumho MT51 mud terrain tyre 10,000km report
Tyre reviews are funny things. Which is why I’ve decided to not call this a review. You see, I’ve done just over 10,000km on the Kumho MT51s I had fitted up by the team at Bob Jane Penrith. And I…
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…
Clearview releases 300 Series LandCruiser towing mirrors
With nearly 20 years of experience under their belt, you know that when Clearview Accessories releases a new product, to suit a new LandCruiser, they made sure it was right the first time. With the launch of the Toyota LandCruiser…
How to use a snatch strap safely
Chances are you saw our little write up around exactly what a snatch strap is, and how it works. If you missed it, you will find it here. Now, it’s time for a few safety tips on safely using your…
The best $100 I ever spent
Do you have those little voices in the back of your head that say “You really need to buy that”? I do, in fact, they are more than likely the bigger voice in my head … anyway, this isn’t a…
2024 Isuzu MU-X to get smaller capacity 1.9L turbo-diesel engine
Australian Isuzu 4×4 dealerships will see the arrival of the 2024 Isuzu MU-X, from the second of April 2024. And there are some big updates this time around it seems. Namely, that the 2024 MU-X range will be offered with…
REDARC releases all-new Integrated Power System
REDARC Electronics has just announced the launch of their all-new Integrated Power System. The idea behind this clever system is to bring together REDARC’s power devices into a single, compact, all-in-one solution. And ute owners, this is a win for…
2024 Toyota HiLux suspension buyers’ guide
If you own a late-model HiLux, and are looking for a suspension lift to make it even better off-road, here’s the place to start. Back in 2015, Toyota released the updated GUN HiLux, sometimes dubbed the N80, onto the Australian…
Uniden releases new dash cam range
In this day and age, having a quality dash cam is just about the cheapest insurance any motorist can have. Not only will having a dash cam protect you in the event of an accident, but the footage could also…
