Articles by Mike Ryan

Driving in steep, hilly country can be a challenge. With good preparation and the right vehicle knowledge, you might be surprised at just how capable you and your 4x4 can be.

Whether you’re just starting your four-wheel driving journey or you’re an experienced hand, there are some things you should always have with you when you head off-road…

Every year, the newest and best from the US automotive aftermarket industry is presented at SEMA. Every year also sees the presentation of some wild and wonderful 4x4s and SUVs

The seven-seat Kia Sorento SUV has undergone a midlife makeover, scoring a new eight-speed automatic transmission, added safety features across the range, a more powerful petrol V6 and updated styling

When all three seat rows are occupied, the Intelligent Rear View Mirror (I-RVM) improves rear visibility by “seeing around” passengers and luggage

The X-Raid Team, who secured victory at the annual Dakar Rally from 2012 to 2015 with Mini-based ALL4 Racing vehicles, will tackle next year’s 40th edition of the long distance rally with two different machines.

Ahead of its confirmed arrival in April, 2018, Mercedes-Benz Australia has announced model grades and pricing for the X-Class ute.

Promising more safety, improved styling, a greater list of features and reduced pricing, the MY18 Toyota LandCruiser Prado range has arrived.

Further details on the route for the 2018 Dakar Rally were released in November, with AWD and 2WD machines in the car category to take on almost 8,900 kms, including over 4,300 kms of competitive special stages.

Built on an all-new platform, the 2018 QX50 features a world first in the form of a production-ready variable compression ratio petrol engine

Five-seat mid-size SUV comes with high spec levels and two engine choices, pricing starts from $27,990

March, 2018, arrival for new Range Rover lineup, which includes the first ever plug-in hybrid variant.