Articles by Mike Ryan

Launching a new 4WD can be a risky business. Of course the manufacturers hold all the aces, getting to choose a location that will best show off the attributes of their new release. It was therefore either an extremely bold decision or one bordering on stupidity that saw Hyundai invite journalists to the release of their first turbo diesel 4WD on one of the most difficult and treacherous drives in the Victorian Alps.

The Commander was Jeep's answer to the large 4WD wagon market, aimed squarely at Patrol and LandCruiser.

SKODA's new Yeti blends 4x4 capabilities with the practicality and running costs of a hatchback to create a true crossover vehicle.

Ford's All-new Ranger has just been awarded the coveted maximum 5 star Euro NCAP rating - and it's the first ever pickup to do so.

David Fellows and Mark Bergamin played their cards to perfection to win the Teagle Excavations ARB Pines Enduro, round 4 of the 2011 Australian Offroad Racing Championship. The 'local' team prevailed to take victory amidst the tall pines of the Tantanoola State Forest near Millicent in South Australia.

Toyota has given its HiLux utility a new look, with new styling and added features across the range, plus reduced prices on many variants.

Mitsubishi's Triton utility range for model year 2012 has arrived with two new models - the 4x2 GLX-R Double Cab and the 4x4 GL-R Club Cab.

SsangYong means business in the crowded sport utility market, showcasing two new world premieres at the Frankfurt Motor Show.

For 2012, the Mitsubishi Outlander will have reversing cameras and sensors available across the range, along with a slew of other safety and styling upgrades.

Mitsubishi's Pajero range gets a boost in safety and luxury for model year 2012.

Specialist Ute distributor Isuzu UTE Australia is marking three years of local sales of its premium Isuzu D-Max one-tonne ute range with a high-spec Limited Edition III 4x4 crew ute.

Land Rover is serious about bringing the aging Defender into the 21st Century, confirming that the tough-as-nails four-wheel drive will be replaced in 2015.