The Bullbar – Often the unsung hero of the 4wd setup, the bullbar is often the gateway accessory on track to a well-sorted 4X4. Affording all-important frontal protection from things like stray bushland and animal strikes, the front also allows you to indulge in other important accessories like winches, aerials and driving lights.

Tyres – Quite often the bane of a new 4X4 purchase, highway tyres, whilst quiet and well mannered, don’t really cut it on a bona fide 4wd when the going gets tough. Gone are the days of rough and noisy cross-ply off-road tyres though, nowadays you can really have your cake and eat it too. Spending money on a good set of tyres is always a good investment, allowing your vehicle to perform to its maximum both on and off-road, for tens of thousands of kilometres into the future. Also, they look awesome!

The Roof Rack – When you plan on hitting the road for a while, you want to make sure you remember everything. There isn’t always room for everything in the car, especially when the whole family is going. Roof racks allow you to pack those bigger, bulkier things out of the way and free up valuable space in the rig. Putting too much heavy stuff up on top will compromise your centre of gravity too much though, so be smart about where you pack things.

Driving Lights – 4wd touring often means long days (and nights) on the road, and a good set of driving lights can go a long way to battle fatigue and weariness for the driver. You have more choices than ever these days, with more acronyms than an army handbook to wade through when choosing the right light. One thing’s for sure, reducing strain on the eyes and allowing you to spot possible dangers earlier than normal makes driving lights a must have on a well-sorted touring 4X4.