Toyota has been spotted test driving a prototype version of what could be the replacement to the Rugged X for 2023, potentially adopting the name GR HiLux. A test model was seen on the streets in Thailand wearing all sorts of camouflage and wrapping. The 2023 Toyota HiLux has already […]
Utes and pickups
Development begins on hydrogen fuel cell Toyota HiLux in the UK
A government-funded consortium headlined by Toyota’s UK manufacturing arm has announced plans to develop a Toyota HiLux ute powered by a hydrogen fuel cell. The news comes from D2H Advanced Technologies, who says that it is involved in a two-year project to produce a hydrogen HiLux that will culminate in […]
Video: 2023 Ford Ranger Raptor – Detailed review (POV)
The new Ford Ranger Raptor is so popular, Ford can’t keep up with the demand. We’ve heard some customers are having to wait up to two years just to take delivery. Is it really that good? Before we get to our full review and performance test we thought we’d put […]
Ralliart Mitsubishi Triton takes rally victory on debut
Mitsubishi is popping the champagne after taking out the 2022 Asia Cross Country Rally in its special Triton Ralliart race truck. Earlier this year, Mitsubishi made waves when it announced a specialised Triton would herald the return of the iconic Ralliart name and eyed off the Asia Cross Country Rally […]
Ford Australia confirms luxury Ranger ‘Platinum’ variant, priced from $76,990
Ford Australia is launching a new premium variant for the 2023 Ranger ute lineup, called the Ranger Platinum. It is essentially a luxurious ute alternative to the Everest Platinum. The Ranger Platinum comes in dual-cab form only and features the company’s new 3.0-litre turbo-diesel V6 engine producing 184kW and 600Nm. […]
2023 LDV eT60 electric ute to be priced from $90,000 in Australia (UPDATE)
Australia’s first fully electric ute, the LDV eT60, is also set to be one of the most expensive utes in its class, with insiders telling us that prices will start from around $90,000. According to our sources, the eT60 will launch in Australia this week priced from around $90,000, or […]
Ford Australia announces Flexible Rack System (FRS) for 2023 Ranger
Ford is offering a new Flexible Rack System for the next-gen 2023 Ranger ute, making it easier for owners to carry long items safely on the roof and over the load box. Officially called the Flexible Rack System (FRS), it incorporates a Sliding Load Rack and Folding Roof Rack. The […]
2023 GWM Cannon Vanta announced for Australia, priced from $46,490
Great Wall Motors has launched a fashionable new ‘black pack’ variant of its Cannon Ute, called the Cannon Vanta. The sinister-looking variant becomes the new flagship in the range, featuring a set of 18-inch black-painted alloy wheels, black side mirrors and door handles, black front grille, and black badges. In […]