Articles by Mike Ryan

German-made Bilstein gas shock absorbers are regarded as the premium brand for all SUVs and 4WDs.

An established, Rockhampton-based family company, Dobinson's specialise in 4WD suspension components and kits to suit most popular makes and models.

What LED light bar do you choose for your 4x4 or camper - a standard unit, or something more powerful? After testing a large range, Home of 12 Volt Northern has selected the 'Aurora' range, which they describe as "high performance LED lighting at its best".

Need more space, or a better way to organise your gear? Ironman's drawer system is a great way of getting the most out of your 4x4s rear cargo area. Suitable for Nissan, Toyota, Jeep and Landrover Discovery.

Knight's Toyota of Leongatha (VIC) has been offering their customers more power and more torque - thanks to Cost Effective Maintenance (CEM).

Can your 4x4 handle all the gear you're going to carry? With everyone on board, plus your camping gear, front & rear bars, long range fuel tanks, etc., it all adds up - often to the point where you exceed your vehicle's GVM (Gross Vehicle Mass).

Market leaders in the performance lighting game, Australian-made Lightforce Lights are the #1 brand with 4x4 owners. With a range of beam lights that you can adjust from spot to spread (just like a Maglite), Lightforce are ideal for tough conditions.

Nissan's new X-TRAIL made its world debut at the 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show on September 10, with a redesign that Nissan says "re-defines the compact SUV segment" and combines that with the compact 4x4's "go anywhere ability".

Lexus used this month's IAA show in Frankurt, Germany to launch a concept that could expand the luxury Japanese brands SUV offerings.

An Ironman 'AIRFORCE' snorkel is the essential accessory for the serious 4x4 enthusiast.

If some serious mud-plugging is on the agenda for your holiday getaway, a new set of rubber is essential. There are few tyres capable of handling sloppy conditions better Federal's Couragia M/T - the ultimate tough mud terrain tyre.

The #1 portable dual battery system, Blue Apple's Thumper is now even better.