Overweight 4WD EPIDEMIC! Every new 4WD payload examined - shocking results!

Published at : 13 Dec 2025

Modern 4WD’s can’t carry as much as you think! It only takes a few accessories to be over GVM!

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We’ve spent some time going through 40 of the newest 4WD’s to see what they can carry so we can show you how ⚠️DANGEROUS⚠️ it is to be extremely overloaded & above your GVM.

And we’re sitting down with the experts to go through everything that goes into a GVM upgrade and how it changes the way you drive & tow.

Shaun, Graham, Jock, & Jesse - formerly with 4WD Action - have been delivering the best off-road content in Australia for 20+ years. From epic car builds & 4x4 tips to exploring iconic spots like Fraser Island, Utah, The Kimberley, Colorado, The Rubicon Trail & The Simpson Desert, we create content for every off-roader. We've even hit the tracks with the legends from Donut Media! Whether you’re rocking a fully modified Toyota LandCruiser or just getting started with your Hilux or Ranger, we’ve got you covered for all things 4WD and adventure.

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