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2021 HiLux scores more power and more towing capacity
In better news for HiLux lovers who want to tow, the 2021 Toyota HiLux scores a 150kW/500Nm 2.8L turbo-diesel engine and more towing capacity for the auto. Amid a flurry of PR, Toyota took the wraps off its 2021 HiLux.…
Volkswagen’s new factory-backed Amarok XL and XXL is on sale now
Volkswagen’s new factory-backed Amarok XL and XXL is on sale now, offering customers a purpose-built solution. The Amarok in standard guise can carry a Euro pallet between the wheel arches. However, for customers that need even more tray capacity, Volkswagen…
Powerful VW Touareg V8 R-Line confirmed for Australia
Buyers looking for luxury high-power towing wagons will have another option in late 2020, as VW confirms the V8 TDi R-Line for Australia The powerful SUV fires its salvo into the luxury bear pit with a four-litre, twin-turbo-diesel engine that…
Volkswagen’s most kitted-out Amarok yet – V6 580 S
Volkswagen’s most kitted-out Amarok yet, the limited-run Amarok V6 580S, will go on sale in June priced from $70,990 No doubt hoping to reinvigorate sales after the new-car market took a massive hit in April, Volkswagen will launch its most kitted-out…
New D-Max still expected mid-year
Despite a near four-week shutdown of the Isuzu plant in Thailand, Isuzu Ute Australia has confirmed today that production has restarted, with the D-Max still expected this year Confirmation has come today from Isuzu Ute Australia regarding production restarting at…
TRAKKA launches all-new Akuna
TRAKKA unveils its newest addition to the line-up: The TRAKKA Akuna After three years in development and design, TRAKKA is launching its newest offering, the Akuna, which is based on the Volkswagen Crafter platform. The chosen platform features the VW…
SsangYong Australia announces three years free servicing for frontline workers
The COVID-19 pandemic has created many new challenges. Top of the list is staying safe and well, being risk-averse and a re-evaluation of priorities. While the economic challenges face us all, we have a large group of frontline workers that…
Volkswagen launches online shopping for vehicles
Volkswagen customers can now configure and purchase their new vehicles from their living room via online shopping. According to the company, all new Volkswagens, from the Polo city car to the Crafter commercial vehicle are included in the new online…
Mitsubishi Triton in recall due to fire risk
More than 100,000 MQ and MR Mitsubishi Tritons are being recalled over fears the genuine accessory towbar wiring harness could catch fire. Mitsubishi Motors Australia has announced an immediate recall on 102,616 Tritons (MQ and MR) with a genuine accessory…
Avida releases its new Mercedes-based Silverton compact slide-out motorhome
Avida reckons its most anticipated model release, the new Silverton arrives amid high expectations The Silverton has been in the pipeline for some time and will be revealed at the Victorian Caravan, Camping and Touring Supershow (February 20-24, 2020) as…
Windsor Caravans has produced a motorhome – the new Windsor Daintree
2020 signals a new entry to the motorhome market from an established player, as Apollo relaunches Windsor with an engine up front Apollo brand parent has added a new motorhome to the Windsor line-up to complement its offerings with nameplates…
Issue 40: New Vehicle News
Words Robert Pepper JL WRANGLER RUBICON LAUNCHED IN AUSTRALIAIt’s taken a while after the global release, but Jeep has finally held the Australian press launch for the new Wrangler JL Rubicon, in Tasmania. It’s an overall upgrade on the JK…
Why the new Range Rover Evoque should matter to you
If you’re serious about either towing or four-wheel driving, the Range Rover Evoque would barely be a blip on your radar considering its lack of towing ability and off-road dominance. Yet while the Evoque is designed for inner-city living,…
Hyundai’s new Venue
Hyundai aren’t noted for their touring SUV range, but that’s because the Santa Fe is rather under-rated. I had an older model on long-term test and can confirm it has some towing and off-road capability, and the newer revisions since…
Ranger safety upgraded
All Rangers now get AEB with Pedestrian Detection, Lane Keeping Aid with Driver Alert System, Traffic Sign Recognition and Auto High Beam Assist. The XL and XLS models also have the sound-deadening acoustic windscreen, and Ford Service benefits are extended…
Electric SUVs from Hyundai and Mercedes
You can now buy a purely electric front-wheel-drive SUV from Hyundai, the Kona. Claimed to have a range of 449km (not 450, 449), and able to reach 80 percent charge in 54 minutes from a fast charger, with a 0-100…
Great Wall’s next generation ute
When you think ute, you generally consider the usual crowd of HiLux, Ranger, D-Max and the rest. But, don’t forget Great Wall has the doughty Steed, and after taking a stock-standard one across the Simpson Desert I can say it’s…
