Articles by Mike Ryan

After an N-Sport cosmetic upgrade on the Navara dual cab ute went gangbusters last year – selling out all 500 units produced – Nissan are offering the package again in 2018, this time on the Pathfinder and X-Trail SUVs.

'Refined’ and ‘Functional’ are the two words Mitsubishi are using to describe their 2019 Outlander, which is now available.

VW’s first locally-available seven-seat SUV offered in a choice of two model grades with multiple engine options

A pressure washer can cut down time when washing your car and leave it looking like a million bucks.

Faced with an onslaught of new high-performance dual-cab utes from its competitors, Toyota Australia has developed three new flagship HiLux models with revised styling and a comprehensive range of locally designed and developed accessories.

The Jeep Compass Trailhawk is one of the most capable small non-low-range 4x4s on the market.

There are plenty of bull bars on the market to suit a wide range of vehicles, but how do you know which one is right for you? Check out our guide to choosing the right bull bar…

The Volkswagen Amarok TDI550 is currently the most powerful (and torque-laden) of all the dual-cab utes on the Aussie market, although there are several competitors vying for top-dog status in the coming months.

Things don’t always go to plan when you’re driving off-road. Here’s a list of the gear you need to get yourself out of strife when things go wrong.

Not so long ago 2500kg was the 4x4 wagon standard when it came to braked towing capacity but these days most of the popular large wagons can haul in excess of 3000kg.

The Mitsubishi Triton might be a bit smaller than its rivals but it’s big on features and value for money. Even the fully loaded, top-spec Exceed is less than $50k. No wonder the Triton is Australia’s third best-selling 4x4 ute.

Worksite to Campsite. Four-wheel drive utilities are extremely versatile vehicles but if you want to set them up as touring rigs there are several modifications to be made.