AUSA is a company with a clearly international flavor. Headquartered in Barcelona, Spain, it markets its all-terrain multi-service vehicles in over 70 countries through 225 distributors. The firm has been certified with the prestigious ISO 9001 standard for manufacturing, which designates it as a top-level company in implementing quality assurance systems in machine design, purchasing management, production and customer support. Established in 1956, AUSA gained off-road legitimacy through manufacturing rough-terrain construction vehicles like concrete mixers, forklifts and payloaders.

Kawasaki’s Teryx RUV (Recreational Utility Vehicle) has exterior dimensions that fall between most mid- and full-size UTVs and is priced lower than both the Rhino and RZR (quite an achievement, considering what you’re getting). The exterior is a fusion of Prowler, Rhino and RZR themes. Other than the V-Twin, the Teryx breaks no new technological ground for Side-x-Side’s, but Kawasaki also got very little wrong with it. The hood looks eerily similar to the Rhino, but the body design is clean and well-proportioned without any notable missteps.

“Dang it! It snowed again!!!” How many times have you heard--or said--that?

What’s the first thing you think of when you hear the words “Big Red”?

When riders pull their chairs up to the campfire or cabin table and begin a rousing discussion of Honda ATVs, the conversation invariably turns to reliability. Honda ATVs have been the gold standard for engine and chassis reliability, and riders who have been disappointed by them are far and few between. We have two Honda three-wheelers that we grew up on, both of which are old enough to buy a drink anywhere and one of which has now reached the quarter-century mark.

This new offering for 2009 includes a 14-horsepower gas Vanguard engine in four-wheel drive or two-wheel drive options. The HUV 4414 includes the same features as Husqvarna full-size models, seats two and has a bed load capacity of 400 pounds.

Other prominent features are 4-wheel hydraulic disc brakes, engine braking, true 4WD, 25-inch tires, 4-wheel independent suspension and a certified ROPS. The 14HP (480cc) Vanguard V-Twin has a governed top speed of 25MPH. All of this for an amazingly low price.

MSRP & Specs coming soon!

The machines in Arctic Cat’s Prowler lineup share many of the same features, such as cockpit, transmission, brakes, storage and hauling capabilities, as well as the same suspension. Following are the models in the lineup, along with their similarities and differences. Steel Blue Prowler XTZ 700 H1.

Prowler XTX 700H1

The LogRite ATV Arch is simply the lightest, fastest and most maneuverable product for moving logs. Equipped with a 3,200# 2-speed hand winch and 3/8 – inch choker line, it can easily pick up and carry any log that will fit.  Logs 10-feet in length can be carried fully-suspended, while longer logs can drag a tail arch as shown in photo. The ATV Arch is light enough to be thrown over a log for positioning and with a little practice, this becomes the preferred method, rather than trying to back through the woods.

The birth of the Cub Cadet Volunteer frame began with an initial conceptual sketch and progressed as vehicle specifications were developed.  Suspension design, wheel size, payload, vehicle stability, and drive train variations all played an important role in the layout of the frame.  The design and manufacturing of the Volunteer frame was 100% unique, with few parts utilized from previous designs.  Starting with a clean slate gave us a great deal of latitude in the design and manufacturing of the vehicle.  (Design tools such as solid modeling and FEA were used to fine tu

Though it looks like a regular UTV, Cub Cadet’s new Volunteer is a well-thought-out, remarkably functional blend of work UTV and  comfortable backwoods hauler. Though up against a slew of competitors in the full-size UTV segment, the Volunteer is something the other OEMs should keep an eye on. With the discontinued Big Country model—which never really posed a threat--Cub Cadet now has something that not only competes with the big boys but beats them head-on in most areas.

If you’re looking for a smaller version of a UTV that can be easily transported, or a vehicle larger than an ATV, for better work and carrying capabilities, a stop at your local Kawasaki dealership should be the first place to look. You really can't go wrong for the bucks with the 610 Mule 4x4.

The Butch Hitch was born “in the woods” by a professional logger who wanted to ease his skidding operation--and that's just what it did. The hitch's three-hook configuration enables many objects to be towed simultaneously with ease and flexibility. It was tested (to destruction!) to establish safe working loads, some minor changes were made, and now this U.S.-made device has hit the market.

If you have a dirt driveway in rough condition, you’ve no doubt experienced the jolting impact on your car's and/or truck's shocks and steering that the vibration from washboarding can cause, and the pounding your entire vehicle takes when your driveway isn’t properly maintained. The folks at DR Power promise to make your bumpy, pothole-filled driveway or parking area a thing of the past. They threw out all the old notions about grading when they designed their 60" Power Grader.

Ranger Patrol

Rumor Mill

Synopsis

The UTV is making its mark in the emergency response field, much like the ATV has. Quads have adapted well to track conversion kits for wilderness rescue situations. Will UTVs adapt as well? We evaluate such a kit from one of the leading track manufacturers.