Ontario Drive & Gear (ODG), the leading manufacturer of 6x6 and 8x8 amphibious, all-terrain vehicles, announced today that most of its 2005 ARGOs will be equipped with its new one-piece handlebar steering system.

The ergonomic, motocross-style handlebar, complete with parking brake, makes it easier to maneuver the skid steer ARGO. It was first introduced last spring on the newly designed ARGO Avenger, and has been well-received.

The new steering system will be standard on the 6x6 Conquest, Bigfoot and Vanguard 2 models, and the 8x8 Conquest and Response.

All ARGO models are available in five colours and two camouflage designs including tundra (green), blue, yellow, orange, black, Advantage Wetland Camo® and the new Mossy Oak Shadow Branch Camo®.

ARGO owners can choose from a wide range of optional accessories, including track systems, a power winch kit, windshield, convertible top, snow plow, dump box, rollover protection structure and outboard motor bracket, just to name a few.

Most recently, new lightweight and durable rubber tracks have been introduced for the ARGO 8x8 Avenger. The endless-belt track design features quiet, smooth performance as well as exceptional traction and impressive side-hill capability.

ODG has manufactured this versatile line of all-season all-wheel drive vehicles since 1967. Now sold all over the world, the ARGO is known for its reliability in extreme conditions, rugged terrain, mud, snow, and ice. It even propels itself across water.

Popular with recreational users for decades, this versatile all-season off-road vehicle can also be adapted for a variety of industrial applications, including resource exploration, utility construction and maintenance, agriculture, forestry, and fire and rescue operations.

ODG produces more lightweight amphibious vehicles than any other manufacturer in the world. It is also a respected manufacturer of gears and transmissions, and distributes KTR power transmission couplings.