The Ford Ranger is the most popular vehicle in this country because it has grunt, great towing ability, a capable drive system, and a host of clever design features. But there are a couple of negatives to consider before dropping your cash on one.
Read MoreThe all-new Kia Tasman 4X4 dual-cab ute is finally coming to Australia in mid-2025. The covers are off, too. Here’s everything we know so far
Read MoreThe BYD Shark 6 is the third Chinese ute trying to compete with Ranger, Hilux and Triton. It promises affordability and more power than a Ranger Raptor. But can the Shark 6 really be a better dual-cab ute?
Read MoreThe Triton is a 4x4 ute that offers excellent value, benchmark towing capacity and off-road capability that puts more expensive utes to shame. Here’s what you need to know about Mitsubishi’s tougher, smarter, comfier pick-up.
Read MoreThe D-Max promises reliability and grunt for towing, touring and off-road adventures. But here are the definitive, balanced reasons an Isuzu D-Max is a paradoxically good idea and also a potentially regrettable one…
Read MoreThe Ford F-150 is popular in the United States for a reason, it’s not just a cultural icon and a comfortable truck, it’s highly functional. There’s a reason American pick-ups are gaining traction in Australia.
Read MoreThe Mazda BT-50 is more than just an Isuzu D-MAX clone. It can tow, carry and transport with relative ease, but it’s also great value and offers a premium interior - for a ute.
Read MoreToday’s diesel engines are efficient and powerful. But can you offer what it needs? This is your definitive dummy’s guide to buying, owning and maintaining a new modern diesel…
Read MoreThere’s an abundance of choice when buying a new 4X4, filling it with recovery gear and attaching as many accessories as possible. But the tsunami of information is also overwhelming if you’re new or simply learned bad driving habits. This is your ultimate deep-dive into off-roading…
Read MoreTowing a trailer is one of Australia’s favourite driving pastimes. Whether you’re experienced or an amateur, this is your ultimate in-depth and technical guide to towing heavy caravans, campers, boats and horse floats. Let’s do this dangerous task properly and safely.
Read MoreThe Hilux is more than just an immensely popular 4X4 dual-cab ute here in Australia, it’s an icon. Toyota Hilux offers reliability, towing, good resale value and occasional family duties.
Read MoreCheap utes are becoming popular in Australia. But are they everything they promise to be and can unknown brands like JAC offer real value to consumers who need a workhorse on a tight budget? The T9 is the latest attempt to make Ranger, Hilux, Triton and D-Max irrelevant.
Read MoreIt’s very tempting to throw everything in the back of your ute without a care. But here’s why loading your ute the wrong way can lead to disastrous consequences out there on the road, and how you can load up safely…
Read MoreWhen you buy a new ute in 2024, it will depreciate. It’s insidious, like throwing a $50 note out the window every few days. If your small business, farm or simply your garage needs a new ute this year, here’s a comprehensive guide to combat this covert cash gouge…
Read MoreThree of Australia’s most popular new vehicles in 2023 were utes. If you’re shopping for a new vehicle in 2024, here are five very good reasons to buy the jack of all trades, a dual-cab 4X4 ute, while they’re hot…
Read MoreIf you’re in the market for a new dual-cab ute, there’s probably a small part of your brain that is telling you all the good reasons for buying a big, brash pick-up truck born in the USA, but re-made here in Australia. But there is a dark side to these load-lugging leviathans…
Read MoreIt’s the trophy truck every Aussie tradie wants to own, and every owner knows will (probably) live forever. Here’s why you’re (seriously) stroking your chin over Toyota’s new LandCruiser 70 pick-up - sorry, ute…
Read MoreIf your 4X4 gets stuck halfway up some off-road goat track and you need recovery, is it okay to improvise and use the OEM tie-down point or even the towbar? Or should you absolutely be fitting a rated aftermarket recovery point up front or to the tow hitch? Let’s find out…
Read MoreIf you’re fantasising about modifying your new four-wheel drive wagon or ute, this story is your official warning and reality check. Here’s how aftermarket 4WD accessories can ruin your life…
Read MoreIf you’re considering a new vehicle but can’t decide between buying the outgoing model or holding off for the new one, making an informed choice means you need to know the compromises with each. Let’s use two popular utes to help you figure this out…
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