As promised, the 2019 Mitsubishi Triton makes its debut today. It has just been unveiled in Bangkok, Thailand, where it is badged as the 2019 Mitsubishi L200. The 2019 Triton showcases a fresh new exterior design that obviously borrows some inspiration from the Pajero Sport, as well as the newer […]
Utes and pickups
HSV SportCat R special edition on sale from $65,990
HSV is announcing a new special edition version of the SportsCat, called the SportsCat R. It comes in at the perfect time, as more and more dual-cab 4×4 utes hit the market in special edition form. The HSV SportsCar R is based on the flagship SportsCat+, only it comes dressed […]
Toyota HiLux GR Sport announced for Latin America
Toyota’s Gazoo Racing motorsport partner has turned its attention to the trusty HiLux, creating a unique edition which has just made its debut at the Sao Paulo motor show in Brazil. Welcome to the Toyota HiLux GR Sport. Gazoo Racing has made a few special edition Toyotas over the past […]
Jeep Wrangler Scrambler pickup debut confirmed for LA show
Jeep will unveil the long-rumoured Wrangler pickup truck at the Los Angeles Auto Show at the end of the month. It’s set to be called the Jeep Scrambler. The news stems from a press release that was sent out by AutoMobility LA (organisers of the show) which confirms more than […]
RAM 2500, 3500 recalled, steering could “turn in the wrong direction”
For the second time this week RAM, via its local importer American Special Vehicles, has issued a safety recall for its 2500 and 3500 trucks. This time the potential issue is down to the steering. According to the ACCC product safety government website, some RAM 2500 and RAM 3500 trucks […]
2019 Ford Ranger deliveries delayed, potential weld defect
Ford Australia is having to postpone the delivery of some 2019 Ford Ranger and Everest vehicles due to a potential build defect to do with the driveline. PerformanceDrive understands some dealers are withholding delivery of some models, and some orders are being cancelled and replaced with other, later-built vehicles. We […]
2019 Mitsubishi Triton debut confirmed for November 9
It’s been confirmed, the next-gen, 2019 Mitsubishi Triton (also called L200 overseas) will be unveiled on November 9. A teaser has been sent out to build anticipation. The Triton celebrates its 40th anniversary this year, and the new model will swing the nameplate into its sixth generation. For the new […]
Isuzu Ute celebrates 10 years in Australia this month
Isuzu Ute is celebrating 10 years in Australia this year, after launching Down Under in October 2008 with a dealer network of just 38. It has since expanded to a network of 140 dealerships across the country. The company launched locally with the D-Max, featuring a 3.0-litre turbo-diesel four-cylinder engine. […]