Articles by Mike Ryan

Returning for its second year after a successful debut in 2012, the Variety 4WD Muster is a family-friendly event for the 4WD community, raising much-needed funds for Variety, the Children's Charity.

Australia's biggest outdoor expo is just around the corner! The 2013 Brisbane Tinnie and Tackle Show and National 4x4 & Outdoors Show is set to be the ultimate showcase of the latest and greatest in outdoor and leisure equipment.

Toyota has added a couple of important upgrades to its FJ Cruiser, which will boost the range and off-road capability of their retro-styled 4x4.

On the back of the recent release of the restyled RAV4, Toyota have used this year's Geneva Motor Show to demonstrate two 'themed' models that show different design directions.

Restyled for 2013, and representing what UK caravan manufacturer Bailey call the 'Van of the Future,' the Unicorn Series 2 will officially go on sale locally at the Melbourne Caravan, Camping and Touring Supershow, which starts today, March 7.

At this year's Geneva International Motor Show, Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) have unveiled two new concept vehicles, one of which previews a possible direction for Mitsubishi's Triton dual cab ute.

At this year's Geneva Motor Show, Land Rover is set to unveil not one, but seven electrically-powered Defender concepts as proof of the company's innovation in zero omissions development and alternative powertrain technology.

Toyota has launched a new-generation RAV4 range with a new look and new features. Toyota say the latest generation RAV4 delivers advances in styling, performance, handling, economy, comfort and value for money.

Mazda have announced an increase in the towing capability of their BT-50 ute. Available on all BT-50 4x2 Hi-Rider and 4x4 utes, braked towing capacity is up to 3,500kg.

Kia Motors Australia has developed a heavy duty towing solution to give owners of the latest facelifted Sorento increased towing performance.

The annual NSW Variety 4WD Adventure has a bit of the "mining boom" about it this year, with the 2013 event starting and finishing in some of the state's past and present mining boom towns. Of course, the Coal to Gold run is supporting Variety, the Children's Charity which helps Aussie kids in need.

At this year's North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Ford unveiled their 'Atlas Concept', which is being seen as a preview of the future design direction for Ford's iconic F-Series light and medium duty pickup trucks.