Articles by Mike Ryan

The 'Nightstick' LED flashlight is one tough unit that's an essential item for your campsite or 4x4's toolbox.

Using AGM (Advanced Glass Matt) technology, The Thumper Redback Extreme is ideal for off road camping use.

ANCAP today announced that selected versions of Toyota's Hilux 4x4 utes have secured a 5 star safety rating. The rating applies to all 4x4 single cab and extra cab variants built from August, 2013.

When you're off the beaten track, extra power is usually a requirement to run the various camp essentials. However, traditional dual battery systems tie you to your vehicle, while battery packs have limited storage capacity.

Australian Camping Electrics (ACE) portable solar panels feature A-grade solar cells made by Bosch in Germany, and come with a 25-year performance warranty.

Custom Boat Loader has been producing their one-person operation boat loaders for 4x4s for a number of years. Now, to cater for growing customer demand, the WA-based company has recently added a new heavy duty version to the range.

Especially in Summer, you'll need camp lighting to avoid using open fires during bushfire times. But what type of camp lighting to choose?\n

The most recent addition to Bushcamper range of rooftop tents is a side-folding, full-length double bed-sized tent with a 1.7 metre awning.

The Australasian Safari officially gets underway today, and for a bunch of Aussies, there's more on the line than just finishing the event; there's also an entry into the 2014 Dakar rally up for grabs.

Versatile' is the word for Bushcamper's compact, lightweight tent, aka "The Swag in a Suitcase", which is available in soft and hardcase versions.

If your 4x4 is loaded to the gunwales for that big trip or towing a large caravan, an air bellows suspension system from Airbag Man (Firestone) or Thor can transform your leaf-sprung 4x4 into a safer, better-handling vehicle.

The 2014 version of Subaru's Outback SUV adds accessories and aggressive styling that underline its All-Wheel Drive ability.