
Dual Battery System: A Beginner’s Guide
The ultimate guide to dual battery systems If you need your rig to power gear such as a portable fridge, safety lights, or radios while your fourby is parked, you’re…

Which 4×4 Transmission Is The Best: Manual vs Auto?
Manual VS Auto: Which 4x4 Transmission Is The Best? It’s a debate that’s sure to never grow old, which is better: automatic or manual transmission? When it comes to 4WDs…

How to Pick the Perfect Roof Rack
A roof rack can make fitting everything in – and on – your fourby so much easier. Don’t go to the trouble of attaching a trailer to transport your board,…

A rundown on Snorkels Materials and Snorkels Head types
A snorkel is more than just a great way to improve the look of your 4x4; it also improves the overall performance of your vehicle. You might think snorkels only…

Tips, road rules and 4WD mods when towing in WA
Summer is just around the corner, and there’s no better time to escape on a quick holiday. If you’re thinking of taking out the boat or caravan and enjoying some…

Provision your next 4×4 adventure | A Quick 101 Guide On Long Range Fuel Tanks
A Quick 101 Guide On Long Range Fuel Tanks Ahhh yes, the trivial decision of wondering if you really need a long range fuel tank. There comes a time when…

Your Go-To Tyre Pressure Guide For Tackling All Terrains
Your Go-To Tyre Pressure Guide For Tackling All Terrains Get the most out of your 4x4 across any terrain with the recommended tyre pressure that keeps you trekking. If you’re…

Tips for 4WDriving on sand and what to do if you get bogged
Tips for 4WDriving on sand and what to do if you get bogged The truth of the matter is, when it comes to beach driving on soft sand you’re 100%…

Leave No Trace: Get Your 4×4 Etiquette on Point Before Your Next Camping Trip
Get Your 4x4 Etiquette on Point Before Your Next Camping Trip A camping weekend away in an idyllic location that does nothing but soothe the soul… what could go wrong?…

Take a Breather and Head To Some 4WD Tracks in NT
The Northern Territory ranks high on the list for some of the best 4WD tracks close to Darwin and surrounds. If you’re looking to explore new boundaries, head north and…

Get Down and Dirty on the Best 4WD Tracks in Tasmania
Let’s face it, when it comes to tassie, it’s pretty hard to deny the diverse landscapes, captivating scenery, amicable people and delectable cuisine on offer (amongst many other attractions). As…

How to choose the right 4WD suspension system
Everything you need to know about the different types of 4x4 suspension systems. There will come a time when you are faced with the question, “what is the best 4x4…

A Guide to Choosing 4×4 Awnings
With the summer school holidays lingering, so has that camping trip you’ve been meaning to take the kids on but have been putting it off because you need a bigger…

A Guide on How to Check Your Car’s Suspension
There comes a point in time where you start to notice something is up with your car, it doesn’t drive or feel the way it used to. You can feel…


How to keep your aluminium and alloy bullbar clean and shiny
If there’s one thing that all 4x4 enthusiasts couldn’t agree more on it would be the frustrations of trying to keep the bull bar clean and shiny. When it comes…



8 4×4 Adventuring Youtube Channels Exploring the Great Outback
Get inspired, mod up your rigs, and get your checklists ready because it’s time to plan your next off-roading adventure. Are you sitting there on your couch in self-isolation itching…


3 Easy Campfire Recipes With Your Catch of The Day
3 Easy Campfire Recipes With Your Catch of The Day Nothing like the feeling of reeling in a monster of a catch and thinking of how many ways you’re going…


How to Survive in The Bush With The Ultimate Camping Essentials & Survival Kit Checklist
How to Survive in The Bush With The Ultimate Camping Essentials & Survival Kit Checklist The world is in a state of panic. Supermarket shelves are empty, cities have become…


Everything You Need to Know on Beach Camping
Everything You Need to Know on Beach Camping If you’re planning your next 4x4 adventure and looking for some of Western Australia’s most beautiful camping destinations, there’s no other place…


Australia Gets Amped Up For An Electrifying Future
The Best Hybrid and Electric Vehicles Released in Australia in 2019 The Best Hybrid and Electric Vehicles Released in Australia in 2019 Once upon a time, electric vehicles in Australia…



Best Spots for Stargazing and Meteor Showers in WA in 2020 Accessible by 4WD
Best Spots for Stargazing and Meteor Showers in WA in 2020 As slowly maturing millennial who’s outgrown the party scene (and those who didn’t bother), we are often faced with…


The Best 4WD’s for Towing a Boat
The Best 4WD’s for Towing a Boat Explore Australia by land and sea with the top 8 SUVs and 4x4s for towing a boat. Are you a 4x4 adventurer looking…




Bull Bars, Roo Bars (ShuRoo) and Nudge Bars Regulations & Guidelines in WA
Whether you’re an experienced outdoor enthusiast or you’ve just picked up your new rig, Total 4x4 is here to help make sure your vehicle is safe and road legal. The…


Bullbar or ShuRoo? | Why Not Both?
When it comes to protecting you and your passengers in a collision with wildlife, a bullbar will do exactly that. But what if you could avoid it altogether? Introducing the…


WA’s Best Fishing Spots Accessible By 4×4
What do we as Australian’s class as the Holy Grail? Well, that would be Fishing, Camping and Off-roading to be exact. Of course, you could throw in a good BBQ…



WA Regulations on Common 4WD Accessories
These days, it’s quite common to see 4x4’s decked out with the latest 4WD accessories and tech. Nothing is more exciting than picking up your new rig and heading down…


How To Protect Your Work Ute Without Overspending
If you’ve just picked up a new work machine you’ll want to deck it out in accessories and features that are going to protect it at a worksite and at…



How To Pick A 4WD That’s Right For You?
Shopping for the perfect 4WD is a bit like shopping for groceries, both require planning and making a list of the things you want. Go in without a plan and…


The Four Best Recreational 4X4’s For Caravan Towing
Go far and wide with ease when you choose the right 4x4 to lead the way Did you find this helpful? We hope so. Total 4x4 is your one-stop shop…


Wildflower Trails in WA to Explore This Spring
Wildflower Trails in WA to Explore This Spring With wildflower season just around the corner, we can’t think of any better way to earn some brownie points with the missus…


What Are 4×4 Lift Kits and Do I Need One?
Credit: ridepro suspension 4x4 lift kits lift your suspension and help you get the height you need to tackle muddy rutted trails, beach tracks and water crossings, through to constructions.…



9 Camping Essentials You Need to Pack For Your Next 4×4 Adventure
Without a doubt, one of the best and easiest ways to explore Australia is by hopping into your 4x4 with all your essential camping gear and hitting the road. However,…




The Ultimate 4WD Checklist You Need Before Hitting The Open Road | Part 2
Hopefully, you have already inspected your 4x4 and everything is safe and ready to go. If you haven’t already done so, check out how to ensure your vehicle is ready…




The Ultimate 4×4 Checklist You Need Before Hitting The Open Road | Part 1
Preparing for a 4WD trip is like planning your weekly shopping list or prepping for a fishing trip — if you don’t write it down you’re most likely going to…


4WD Events Happening in WA
From the Perth 4WD & Adventure Show to the Variety WA Bush Bash, here’s everything you need to know on 4x4 in Perth for 2019. When it comes to exploring…


Reasons Why You Should Complete a 4WD Training Course
You may a pro on the road and can change a spare tyre, but what about crossing a river or getting out of a muddy situation? Driving off-road without any…


Why Do I Need a Snorkel For My 4WD?
Aside from giving your rig an added aesthetic, the benefits of a snorkel on a 4WD can include improved fuel efficiency, increased performance, and reduced wear and tear. Questions that…


Should You Join a 4WD Club?
You’ve just gotten new tyres, lifted the suspension, and equipped a bullbar. You’re ready to go bush, but you’re feeling a little nervous about hitting the trails alone. Lucky for…


Top 14 4WD Off Road Tracks in Western Australia
If you're a 4WD enthusiast living in WA then you know that when it comes to off-road adventures, there is never a shortage of options, with some of the longest…


No Bull**** Just Bull Bars | 7 Reasons Why Bull Bars Are Essential
"Do I need a bull bar?" A question that is often asked by most people who drive a 4x4 or has just recently purchased one. This question often divides people…


A Method to Misfuelling Madness
Going to the local servo and refueling your car can seem like a mundane task, we almost do it autonomously but what happens when we accidentally misfuel our car? Misfueling…


WA’s Top 13 Beach Accessible 4WD Tracks
WA’s Top 13 Beach Accessible 4WD Tracks Recently we explored the local 4WD off road tracks ranging from Mundaring Powerlines to as far as Wellington National Park exposing some of…


Top 8 4WD Tracks Around Perth
Top 8 4WD Off Road Tracks in Perth With spring finally here we can say goodbye to the mud and the rain as Perth’s 4WD tracks begin to dry. We…


Four-Wheel Driver Accessories: A Starter’s Guide
Four-Wheel Driver Accessories: A Starter’s Guide Now that you’ve got your 4WD and are ready to go, don’t forget to stock up on these key 10 accessories before taking off…


Caught in the Sand
Have you ever been in a remote area, bogged in soft sand? Not to worry, as long as you have a handy x-jack from Total 4×4 you can get yourself…


Everything You Need for That Long Trip Away
Checklist your tough toys for that epic 4x4 adventure you have planned Experienced 4x4 enthusiasts never take on Mother Nature’s unforgiving elements without being sufficiently prepared. If you’re part of…



Useful 4WD Tips
Here are a few useful tips that the experienced team at Total 4×4 have picked up over the years: Tyre Pressure Lowering the pressure in your 4wd tyres increases the…


Efficient Utilisation Of Storage Space
When you are packing for your whole family to go in one vehicle to the outback, you need all the storage space you can get. This is why it’s important…


How to Pack Your 4×4
In UTEs, because most of the cargo storage space is behind the rear axle, it’s important to load all the heavier stuff up at the front of the tray. After…


The Ultimate Camping Shade Solution
This fantastic Foxwing Awning from Rhino Rack offers a fantastic, simple to use shade solution when you are enjoying the great outdoors. Professionally designed, easy to operate and provides 270°…


4WD Clubs
Click "Read More" to view a list of 4WD Clubs CLUB CONTACT ADDRESS WEB OR EMAIL Adventure 4WD Club PO Box 20 Kelmscott WA 6111 WEBSITE Albany 4WD Club PO Box…


What Are SmartBar Bull Bars?
The new SmartBar (bull bar) is safer for both drivers and pedestrians. Bull bars have been around for decades protecting a wide range of vehicles, or so we thought. Recent…



Tide Conditions
If you are planning a 4WD adventure and plan on experiencing the fantastic fishing, snorkelling or surfing opportunities that this great state provides, please plan ahead and check out the…


Weather Conditions
If you are planning a 4WD trip please plan ahead and check the weather conditions. We have provided links below for the various districts throughout WA. Please ensure you research…