Mitsubishi has been spotted testing a prototype version of the facelifted Triton, likely to adopt an MY2019 plate, in remote regions of South Australia it seems. The prototype gives us some clues of the new-look front end. Images were posted up onto Facebook recently, showing a camouflage-wrapped prototype in the […]
Utes and pickups
2018 Toyota HiLux Rogue, Rugged, Rugged X prices announced
Toyota Australia is getting ready to launch the hot new variants of the HiLux, specifically, the Rogue, Rugged, and Rugged X. Pricing has today been confirmed in the lead up to their showroom arrival later this month. The ute segment is fast-becoming the most popular vehicle type in Australia, with […]
Mercedes-Benz X-Class ute now on sale in Australia
The all-new, Nissan-Navara-with-different-panels Mercedes-Benz X-Class has officially arrived in Australia, bringing Mercedes flavour to a Japanese ute, built in Spain. Mercedes-Benz Vans is handling the job of selling the new model and is initially offering it in two variant levels; the X 220 d and the X 250 d. Both […]
2018 Mazda BT-50 facelift previewed, on sale in May
Mazda Australia will launch the facelifted 2018 BT-50 in May, and has sent out this teaser to give us a preview. The company promises “a bold new look” for the popular ute. This is the second extensive update for the BT-50 since it was introduced in 2011. Mazda says the […]
Ford Ranger Raptor on sale in Australia from $74,990, arrives later in 2018
The all-new and all-brute Ford Ranger Raptor is getting close to hitting Aussie roads, and to build the anticipation the local arm has announced the starting price. It will kick off from $74,990 (excluding on-roads). Ford Australia revealed the first (real) Ranger Raptor in February. Although it doesn’t feature a hugely […]
2018 Mitsubishi Triton Blackline edition now on sale in Australia
Mitsubishi is back with another black pack for the Triton. This time it’s called the Triton Blackline edition, following the Sport Edition from last year. The new version is based on the GLS 4×4 double-cab variant, featuring a number of unique styling enhancements to give it that must-have darkened theme. […]
Carlex Design develops fat bodykit for Mercedes X-Class
Another tuning package for the Mercedes-Benz X-Class has surfaced, this time from Carlex Design. It is likely just one of many that will pop up over the coming years. The new X-Class will probably be one of the most commonly tuned vehicles of the ute class, with endless options already […]
2018 Holden Colorado LSX announced for Australia
Holden is launching a new variant of the Colorado, called the LSX, a bit later this month. It’ll come in as a new mid-spec model, brandishing a range of sporty highlights to help it stand out among the fierce rivals. Not to be confused with the GM V8 engine codenamed […]