Top Hacks To Make The Most Of Your Utility Vehicle
Practical, versatile and ready for any adventure…aficionados of the ute will argue that it’s the ultimate vehicle. It’s capabilities off road are one of the main reasons for purchase- these vehicles can open up a whole new world, but if that’s what you want, a few custom modifications can make all the difference and really enhance your off-roading experience. These vehicles are made to be experience out in the open air and the wilds of the true country, so kit yourself out, hit drive and go and explore the great big beyond…
Fitting Bullbars
If you’re really planning on embracing the offroading lifestyle, and you’ll be heading into environments with wild animals, bullbars can be a useful addition. Behaving unpredictability, animals can dash into the path of oncoming traffic with little or no warning, and this often has dire consequences. Bullbars can provide an extra layer of protection for you and your family in this scenario and modern version are not as bulky as those from a few years ago. Today’s strong and light models can also support other accessories when correctly fitted to your vehicle – think a winch for muddy conditions, extra lights and long range radio equipment. Versions are available in steel or lighter aluminium alloys which save on fuel usage. The only part to be aware of is the fact that they can adjust suspension and dynamics due to the weight being front-loaded onto the vehicle.
Canopies for Versatility
The tray of a ute can be a very functional storage space indeed, and when parked up it can also become useful to sit in! However, being completely open to the elements has its drawbacks and security is a major one! A lockable canopy will keep tools or outdoors equipment safe when you are away from the vehicle, which is especially important when you have expensive gear such as fishing equipment or mountain bikes to protect that won’t easily fit in the cab. It also protects those items from damage from sand, water and the elements when they aren’t being used. Extendable canopies can also provide a shaded seating area for you to use when camping. Combine a canopy with a ute cargo net to make the most of your storage space and keep everything contained.
Upgrade Your Tyres
When you bought your new vehicle, most likely it came fitted with highway terrain tyres, which are designed for use on regular roadways. So in order to get the most from your vehicle in off-roading conditions, you will need to purchase an additional set of all terrain tyres for their superior adaptation to all conditions – ideal for your next road trip. You can also get even heavier duty mud terrain tyres, but these can be clunky and noisy on paved roads and add to fuel consumption. You simply need to match the tyres to situation and you can drive happy.
With a few simple adjustments, you’ll get more use out of your ute than ever, so look forward to some adventures in the wild with your new gear.