Guide to GVM upgrades: what it is and where to get one
Got some burning questions about GVM upgrades and need a simple explanation? We cover the what, why, how and who to go with here.
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GVM upgrade kits – how much extra weight can you legally carry and how much do they cost?
GVM (Gross Vehicle Mass) upgrade kits have been the talk of the town lately. With so much recent coverage about vehicles and caravans being overweight, it’s almost enough to make you want to stay home and do some gardening over…
Ironman 4X4 Jimny GVM upgrade doubles payload!
Ironman 4X4 has just doubled the Suzuki Jimny’s payload capacity with its new 1785kg Jimny GVM upgrade kit. A tiny 340kg load-carrying capacity has always been a limiting factor for Suzuki Jimny owners who want to go on longer trips…
Gladiator gets much-needed GVM Upgrade
This new Jeep Gladiator GVM Upgrade solution from Pedders will make Gladiator owners smile. It’s no secret that the Jeep Gladiator has one of the smallest payloads of any dual-cab 4×4 ute on the market, which is why the new…
Tough Dog GVM Upgrades for LC200 and LC78/79 now available
Tough Dog GVM Upgrades have been developed so four-wheel drivers can safely and legally carry more gear in their vehicles. A new range of Tough Dog GVM Upgrades for LandCrusier 200 Series and LandCruiser 78/79 Series have been developed allowing…
Update: NSW GVM Upgrade changes withdrawn
Update: NSW GVM Upgrade changes withdrawn… temporarily. Further to the story published on 29 April, 2020 on Unsealed 4X4 titled NSW Limits GVM Upgrades Without Industry Consultation, Transport for NSW has decided to withdraw GVM upgrade changes outlined in Vehicle…
New GVM upgrade kits from Terrain Tamer
Terrain Tamer and Multidrive Technology have developed a new range of vehicle-specific GVM upgrade kits. The new Terrain Tamer GVM (Gross Vehicle Mass) upgrade kits have been developed to cater to popular 4×4 vehicles that are often pushed to their…
NSW limits GVM Upgrades without industry consultation
Those seeking a GVM upgrade for their 4×4 in NSW will no doubt be surprised to learn that there’s been a recent change to the Vehicle Safety Compliance Certification Scheme (VSCCS) that limits such increases to the vehicle’s axle mass…
Ironman 4X4 Toyota LandCruiser 200 Series GVM Upgrade
Ironman 4X4 has received Federal approval for its GVM-upgrades (increase of 650kg) to suit the Toyota LandCruiser 200 Series. The Ironman 4X4 LC200 upgrade provides a massive payload increase of 650kg bringing GVM (Gross Vehicle Mass) up to 4000kg. In…
GVM upgrades in Queensland made easier thanks to LS15 mod code
GVM upgrades in Queensland have become easier thanks to the introduction of LS15 which removes the requirement for a fully qualified engineer to sign-off on GVM upgrades for in-service vehicles, saving vehicle owners time and money. Finally, a bit of…
ARB Old Man Emu release 200 Series LandCruiser GVM upgrade
ARB via Old Man Emu has released a brand-new GVM upgrade for 200 Series LandCruisers (up to 4015kg – Stage Two) with the original Stage One upgrade continuing. The 200 Series LandCruiser is one of the most popular touring vehicles…
IRONMAN 4X4 RANGER GVM UPGRADE
Considering how quickly we all seem to be adding weight to our 4X4s, Ironman 4X4 has released a certified 3,300kg GVM upgrade. It’s only an extra 130kg on top; however considering most of us take the kitchen sink when we…
IRONMAN 4X4 GVM UPGRADES
You might be surprised at how much weight you have added to your vehicle just through fitting aftermarket accessories. Bull bars, winches, canopies (and so on) all individually weigh as much as an obese child or an overfed Golden Retriever.…
What is GVM and payload and how towing affects it
What is GVM and payload? How does towing affect it? Does it matter if I go over? Will a GVM upgrade fix it? Learn all of this and more here.
DBA Brake Upgrade Kit: When stock just doesn’t cut it
We take a look at why you might need a brake upgrade kit for your 4WD out on the tracks and why DBA's kit is a top choice.
