Articles by Mike Ryan

A special Tribute to an Aussie Icon, Peter Brock (1945-2006).

Think Bosch and you usually think of batteries, spark plugs and brake pads. But Bosch also have 'exterior' automotive innovations.

In the automobile game, as in many other things, timing is everything. Automotive history is littered with failures attributable - at least in part - to bad timing. Edsel, anyone?

"Heckflosse", you might say, but probably only if you're German. More likely the heck becomes "tail" and flosse "fin". Tailfin.

No, not the soulful 70's crooner famous for his 'luuuurve' songs, this Barry White has a passion for making beautiful engines, not beautiful ladies hum!!

The Board of the National Parts Code Inc (NPC), established in 2004 to administer a Code of Practice for the Auto Parts Recycling Industry, launched its long term strategy this June to eradicate the trade of stolen auto parts within Australia.

The Chrysler 300C Touring may be bold and brash, but it is also an outstanding wagon delivering comfort, performance and a 'look at me attitude' that has struck a cord with a market craving for something different.

The iconic Saab Convertible turns 20 this year, and to celebrate Saab is launching a limited edition 20th Anniversary Convertible.

The C-Class is the most successful Benz ever with over two million C-Class vehicles produced since 2000. Since the launch of the 190E in 1984 in Australia, the C-Class range has proven its popularity with over 55,000 deliveries, making it the most sought after Mercedes-Benz product of all time.

Excuse my enthusiasm, but a friend of mine has just made my day. He arrived on my doorstep with an absolutely gorgeous early model Rolls Royce Phantom. Finished in bright yellow it cut an impressive profile. There's still a little way to go on restoration, but this car is going to be used for daily travel - when appropriate - and so restoration to concours standard is not a priority.

Hot on the heels of its announcement as the Official Car Care Products of the V8 Supercar Championship series for 2006, ARMOR ALL have released a range of 'Gel' cleaning products designed to keep your ride looking like new, inside & out.

I once knew this bloke who forever went on about his "homologation special". You know the sort - bit of a big mouth; liked the attention; said his was the biggest & strongest and worth twice what yours was.