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There’s been an important change to the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 in Australia. For the updated MY26i Chevrolet Silverado 1500, General Motors Specialty Vehicles (GMSV) has increased the factory Gross Vehicle Mass (GVM) from 3,300kg to 3,505kg. The change applies to Silverado 1500s entering local right-hand-drive remanufacturing production from 1 August 2026. Offroad Industries GVM upgrades are now federally approved for the MY26i Chevrolet Silverado 1500 ZR2. Silverado 1500 G

A bigger GVM doesn't mean a bigger tow rating: F-150 braked towing capacity stays at 4,500kg on every ORI stage. What actually goes up is GCM, giving you room to carry full payload and tow at the same time without hitting the combined weight ceiling.

Want to put a proper lift and big tyres on your Chevy Silverado 1500 without wondering whether it's actually legal? The ORI Stage 4 package takes the Silverado 1500 to a 3650kg GVM, with a 4-inch BDS lift and 37s approved pre-rego. Offroad Industries has released a new range of federally approved pre-registration packages for the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LTZ and ZR2. And these aren't small lifts - up to a 6-inch BDS lift with 37-inch tyres Looking at buying a new Silverado 15

A 6-inch lift and 37-inch tyres will get you noticed — but only one pathway makes it road legal in Australia. Here's how ORI's Pre-Rego Stage 6 SSM GVM upgrade works, who qualifies, and the tie-rod detail on 18-inch rims that catches people out.

Thinking about a GVM upgrade? Here's the real difference between pre-rego and post-rego approvals, and why it matters if you're buying interstate.

Moving your American truck from NB1 to NB2 isn't as complicated as it sounds. Here's what you need to know and why a GVM upgrade is the better option.

Cross the 4,500kg GVM line and your vehicle changes category. Here's what NB1 vs NB2 actually means for your licence, tolls, and speed limits.

Three ORI GVM upgrade stages put the Ford F-150 on 35-inch tyres legally. Here is how Stage 3, 4, and 5 compare — and which one suits your build.

GVM upgrade pricing ranges from $4,700 to over $53,000 depending on your vehicle and setup. Here's what actually drives the cost.

The ORI Stage 4 GVM upgrade gives your Silverado 1500 a 3.5-inch lift, legal 35-inch tyres, and 4,250kg GVM. Here is everything you need to know.

Most people chasing more towing capacity fixate on their Gross Vehicle Mass (GVM). But GVM only tells half the story. The number that actually governs your vehicle's legal towing limit is the Gross Combined Mass (GCM) — and if you're regularly towing heavy, it's the one worth understanding. Contact the team at BAW Automotive to discuss the GVM and GCM upgrade options available for your vehicle, including post-registration engineering and certification in Queensland. 4300kg GV

The RAM 2500 GVM upgrade increases legal payload by up to 90% and GCM to 12,695kg. Three ORI stages explained — federally approved and installed in Brisbane.

A GVM upgrade gets talked about like it's just heavier springs and a lift kit. It's more than that. This is a properly engineered modification that changes how your vehicle handles weight, how it drives, and whether it stays legal on Australian roads. If you're shopping for a GVM upgrade, understanding what actually matters before you commit is worth doing. Get it right and you can safely carry more load. Get it wrong and you're overweight, uninsured, and dealing with a setup

ORI GVM upgrades use different Fox shock series depending on your truck and stage. Here's what each one actually means — and why it matters.

If you’ve loaded your 4WD with gear, tools, passengers, or a canopy setup, there’s a good chance you’re pushing — or exceeding — your vehicle’s GVM (Gross Vehicle Mass). That’s a problem, both legally and for your safety. A GVM upgrade increases your vehicle’s legal weight capacity and keeps your setup compliant, roadworthy, and ready to tour. In this guide, we’ll answer the most common questions we get at BAW about GVM upgrades, including costs, compliance, towing, resale, a

A GVM upgrade doesn't automatically mean you can tow more. Here's the maths most 4WD owners get wrong before they hook up the caravan.

Up to 6,000kg GVM, 6.5-inch lift, and 37-inch tyres — the ORI Silverado 2500HD GVM upgrade package explained across all seven stages.

A certified Ranger Raptor GVM upgrade is finally here. Lovells has released a 3550kg Fusion kit for the Next Gen 3.0L V6 that works with the factory FOX shocks.

If you own a 79 Series LandCruiser, it doesn't take long before the modification rabbit hole starts. Bigger tyres, better suspension, more clearance… and eventually someone mentions either portal axles or a coil conversion. This Sandy Taupe V8 79 takes things to the extreme with portal axles — serious clearance and a serious stance. They're both serious upgrades that completely change how the vehicle performs off-road. But they do very different things, and they suit differen

The F-150 is a big truck - but the factory GVM leaves more than you think on the table. Here is every ORI GVM upgrade stage explained.