Mercedes X-Class: Details Confirmed
And it’s going to shake up the ute segment The Australian 4X4 ute scene is growing by another model in 2018, with Mercedes-Benz bringing out the X-Class ute. It’s based on Nissan’s Navara, but will bring some significant changes to…
Mercedes X-Class Pricing Information Revealed
The cheapest X-Class, which is a Pure-spec 2WD cab-chassis, is $45,450. The cheapest 4X4 X-Class is $50,400, which is a X 220 d and six-speed manual. This is the least powerful engine, with one turbo and 120kW/403Nm available. Pure gives…
Mercedes X-Class V6 specs & pricing
V6 power and full-time 4WD for the Navara-based Benz Joining the 2.3-litre four-cylinder powered X-Class ute will soon be a more powerful and more expensive Mercedes-Benz option. It’s called the X350d, and will most importantly sport a Mercedes-Benz-sourced engine and…
This Might Be a Personal Question but, Is Your Van Overweight?
How would you know? Have you ever checked? Certain state industry bodies are on hand to help you find out Words & images GARY TISCHER There are a lot of jokes about Queensland being behind the southern states. We may…
Mitsubishi Released GLS Sport Edition Triton
Going for $45,990 (manual) and $48,490 (auto), Mitsubishi has added a bit of flair to its otherwise dull Triton GLS – with a range of aesthetic changes for those who want something a little different. Black is the new black…
Money-saving lessons from a tight-arse traveller
Don’t let a lack of money hold you back! Get the inside line on cheap travel with money-saving lessons from a tight-arse traveller. Right now, money is near the front of everyone’s minds. Whether you’re off for a relaxing weekend…
Mountain Trail has Fused Caravan, Camper and Luxury Apartment into one Hybrid Hero
You want to escape the rat race to camp remote, but you don’t want a camper-trailer with canvas. You want to retain life’s luxuries but just can’t fit them all into a smaller caravan. You want to have your cake…
MU-X & MDC Affordable family touring
(Shame we lost the shopping)Words & images Tim Scott As I mentioned in my editorial last month, my holidays are loosely planned. I knew I was going away over Christmas, and had sourced the vehicle and caravan pairing you see…
Much More than the 12 Apostles
The Great Ocean Road’s appeal reaches over and above its well-known landmark WORDS Tobey Bostock images out there images There is a lot to see and do on the Great Ocean Road other than looking at the stunning views…
Mundi Mundi Bash Succumbs to COVID-19
The inaugural Broken Hill Mundi Mundi Bash has been cancelled for 2021 but is set to return in April, 2022. Given the ongoing escalation of the COVID outbreak in NSW, organisers of the Broken Hill Mundi Mundi Bash have made the hard…
Murray-Darling: We Literally Give Two Ducks About our Famous Waterways
What did you think we meant? Have you ever dropped a stick in a creek and wondered how long it would take to get to the ocean? Or whether it would get there at all? I decided to drop a…
Near Disaster on an RV Daily Photoshoot
Only minutes in and we have a written-off vehicle! Which one? The Cruiser or the van? Aside from capturing great photos and video, the number-one outcome of any photoshoot is that no-one is hurt and nothing is damaged. Having a…
New Age releases its new, entry-level Road Owl pop-top
New Age Caravans has announced the release of its brand-new Road Owl pop-top. According to New Age, the Road Owl pop-top is aimed at those looking to take their first step into the caravanning lifestyle with easy-to-understand upgrade packs for…
New Mahindra Pik-Up Released
With low prices, a new look and updated driveline Indian 4WD manufacturer Mahindra has updated its Pik-Up 4WD ute for 2018, bringing extra grunt and a new look to the brand. It’s still a high-value proposition, with prices ranging from…
