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300 Series Towing Setup Guide: Essential Upgrades for Your LandCruiser
So, you’ve just bought yourself a Toyota LandCruiser 300 Series, or it’s sitting pretty in your driveway waiting for that first big...
May 5, 2025


Everything You Need to Know About the 2025 Kia Tasman
Kia has finally dropped all the details on the 2025 Kia Tasman, and if you're in the market for a new ute, you’ll want to pay attention....
May 1, 2025


GWM Shocks the World: New 4.0L Twin-Turbo Hybrid V8 on the Way!
In a world where carmakers are busy killing off V8s and stuffing hybrids into every corner, GWM (Great Wall Motors) has just flipped the...
Apr 30, 2025


Superior Engineering Launches Coil Conversion for the 2.8L 79 Series!
Big news for the 79 Series crew – Superior Engineering has just dropped their new Outback Tourer Kits designed specifically for the Toyota LandCruiser 79 Series Gen 3 (2022 Onwards) with the 2.8L model. Yep, the little brother to the V8 now gets the same serious off-road capability we all know and love. When the new 2.8L auto version of the 70 Series LandCruiser was released, we didn’t think we'd see big lifts and coil conversions anytime soon. With less torque and power than
Apr 29, 2025


GVM Upgrades and Suspension Solutions: Why It Matters for Your 4WD
Why GVM Upgrades Matter More Than You Think At BAW Automotive, we get it—most people think about bar work, big tyres, or suspension lifts first. But arguably the most important mod you can make is a GVM upgrade. GVM stands for Gross Vehicle Mass. It’s the maximum weight your vehicle can legally weigh when fully loaded—fuel, passengers, gear, the lot. And for many popular 4WDs, that legal limit is shockingly low. If you've fitted a bull bar, roof rack, drawers, fridge, or long
Apr 15, 2025


2026 Ford Ranger Super Duty Price & Specs Revealed – Australia’s Toughest Factory Ute?
(UPDATED: To include pricing and new specs.) Ford just dropped the covers on what might be the most serious factory ute Australia’s ever seen - the 2026 Ford Ranger Super Duty. And no, it’s not just a Ranger with a tough name. This thing’s been built from the ground up to go toe-to-toe with the big boys: 4500kg towing, 4500kg GVM, 8000kg GCM, and enough grunt to make a V6 RAM sweat. - Let’s get into it! 4500kg towing. 8000kg GCM. The new Ford Ranger Super Duty cab-chassis is
Apr 4, 2025


Why You Can’t Get a GVM Upgrade for the Ranger Raptor, Hilux GR, or RAM TRX
When it comes to beefed-up utes like the Ford Ranger Raptor, Toyota Hilux GR Sport, and RAM 1500 TRX, enthusiasts often hit a roadblock: GVM (Gross Vehicle Mass) upgrades aren't an option for these sporty variants. Let's dive into why this is the case and explore some alternatives for those needing more payload capacity. STILL CHOOSING YOUR NEXT UTE? Before you buy, check out the GVM upgrades options for utes that can be legally upgraded. Explore our Ford Ranger GVM upgrades
Mar 28, 2025
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