GMB has been focused on staying ahead of its competition for eight decades The automotive industry is one of the most competitive sectors in the world, with companies constantly looking for ways to stand out from the competition. One company that believes it has been able to do just that is GMB, a leading supplier of automotive parts and systems. Founded in 1943 as a bearing manufacturer, GMB has evolved over the years to become a supplier of high-quality automotive products. After starting out with quality bearings, it continued its growth by developing GMB universal joints. In 1977, GMB al ..read more

Engineered to tackle the harshest of conditions, DT4x4’s wide range of parts and accessories are built for performance and durability A little over 20 years ago, Drivetech4x4 was launched into the Australian market focused on selling hard parts Over the years, the Drivetech4x4 range has expanded to axles, steering components, suspension, lighting and other 4×4 accessories to offer the complete 4×4 solution. Despite its rapid growth, Drivetech4x4 says one thing always remained the same – its reputation for value and quality amongst the nation’s best automotive electrical and mechanical specia ..read more

The 4WD Industry Council has had a big year Emma Laukens, Chair – 4WD Industry Council The Australian 4WD Industry Council is a non-competitive, specialist council of the AAAA. It has been formed to provide advice, understanding and a strategic approach to market issues from regulators, governments, 4WD enthusiasts and community groups. www.4wdcouncil.com.au We might only be at the half way mark, but already 2023 has proved exceptionally busy for the 4WD Industry Council (4WD IC). Firstly, there have been a few changes to the committee including the addition of myself, and we also welcomed ou ..read more

Haltech brings all of these to the table, and more Haltech says its name is synonymous with innovation and performance, and states its range of engine management products is widely regarded as the global industry benchmark – not bad for a business born in a garage back in 1986. “Haltech was the brainchild of electronic engineer, Steven Mitchell,” Haltech President, Nathan Clark, said. “Steven had a passion for cars, and in the mid-1980s, he started playing around with electronic fuel injection, which was still a pretty new thing at the time.” If you cast your mind back to 1986, it was the ye ..read more

Terrain Tamer launches new short film “Welcome to the Dust Up,” Terrain Tamer’s Head Engineer Allan Gray announces to several competitive 4WDrivers who are gathered around him with their vehicles, ready to embark on a 100km trip over harsh and dangerous terrain toward the coveted Dry Water Creek trophy. “Well, what are you waiting for?” he asks, as the drivers scramble to get into their vehicles and take off. If you are wondering why you have never heard of the Dry Water Creek Trophy, or how you can get in on the action, you should know that this isn’t your usual 4WD competition or weekend o ..read more

We are only days away from Autocare, with final preparations being made for what will be the largest automotive training event to ever take place in Australia across the 9th and 10th of June at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre We are very proud of the comprehensive training programs we have created for technicians and workshop owners on the topics that matter, and the incredible collection of industry experts we have assembled to deliver each session. From improving businesses sustainability, efficiency and profitability, to the latest EV service, repair and advanced diagnosis t ..read more

Maxliner Australia’s company-owned and stockist network is expanding The Australian arm of the global aftermarket and original equipment 4WD accessory manufacturer Vandapac Pty Ltd, Maxliner Australia, has been providing high-quality ute and 4WD automotive accessories to manufacturers across the globe for the last thirty years. Since launching its distributor and stockist model into the Australian market in 2019, Maxliner Australia says it has become a force within the industry, with its products known for durability and reliability. Maxliner has grown its presence in the Australian automoti ..read more

If there is one thing that unites us all in business, it is wanting value for money David Fraser, Group CEO, Capricorn Society Ltd There are a myriad ways that we, as business owners, can waste money, fritter away time, leak efficiency or leave money on the table. We can undervalue our services, like not charging for diagnostics. We can underinvest in technology, limping along without the right equipment and/or software. We can underappreciate or overwork our team, leading to high staff turnover. And that is just to name a few classic examples. As the aftermarket industry continues to face an ..read more

The Gold Coast business is holding an open day on the 24th of June, 2023 The automotive industry is constantly evolving, and the aftermarket industry is no exception. The Garage Miami says it has shown that being an independent business can mean less red tape, allowing for agility and pivoting to meet the ever-changing landscape of 4×4 aftermarket accessories. The Garage Miami states it has continuously expanded its product range, conducted extensive research into market trends, and invested in staff training. It says this has made them a leader in 4×4 upgrades on the Gold Coast, with its fo ..read more

The company is set to expand its range Stellatec, a division of Stella Engineering, is set to launch two all-new brake calipers into the Australian market; the 686R front caliper and 453R rear caliper. These proudly Australian-designed and manufactured billet CNC machined calipers are specially made to increase the braking prowess of the next-generation Ford Ranger. The company already features race-proven products, with its 680 and 655 motorsport brake calipers used in off-road racing at both the Australian Off-Road Championship and the Best In The Desert Series in the USA. Stellatec says t ..read more