Between now and 2020, the automotive landscape is set to change dramatically. This decade has already seen a few trends emerge, with downsized and turbocharged engines as well as infotainment widely adopted across the industry. Other potential areas to watch might include 3D printing and crowd sourcing, both of which […]
Utes and pickups
Ford Ranger could be reintroduced in USA, new Bronco rumoured
Reports from the USA indicate a strong possibility of the Australian-developed T6 Ford Ranger being produced and sold in the USA in the near future. Despite earlier ruling it out on the grounds that it was 90 per cent of the F150’s size and could compromise its best-seller status, Ford […]
S.A.D Custom creates Lamborghini-like Toyota HiAce
It’s not very often we come across insane yet interesting performance modifications for commercial vehicles. Here’s one that deserves some recognition called the Stinger 200HIACE, built by a Japanese company called S.A.D Custom. The Toyota HiAce is one of the most popular vans on sale in Australia. And we’re sure […]
Hyundai Santa Cruz ute production decision to come in November
Ute fans rejoice. It looks like another entrant is set to squeeze its way into an already diverse playground, with rumours suggesting Hyundai will confirm production of its Santa Cruz concept in November. Hyundai has expanded into several different market segments recently, including commercial vans, luxury cars and light trucks. […]
Kahn creates Chelsea Wide Track with Defender 110 ute
The Land Rover Defender might be around in its current form for another few years yet, but it’s good to know tuning firms like Kahn are coming up with kits to keep the robust off-roader fresh. Kahn has turned to the Land Rover Defender TDCI XS 110 Double Cab ute […]
2016 Mazda BT-50 unveiled, production commences in Thailand
After being spotted in full about a month ago, Mazda has now jumped on the ‘new ute’ bandwagon and unveiled the 2016 BT-50. It will go up against the range of new and updated utes that are being launched this year. The model refresh is only a mild update, showcasing […]
2016 Toyota HiLux interior revealed, on sale in Australia in October
Details and images of the 2016 Toyota HiLux interior have been revealed for the first time, showing a more modern layout that’s now in line with Toyota’s passenger car and SUV design. Toyota describes the new cabin as “SUV-like”, promising a more comfortable driving position, with increased headroom and shoulder […]
2015 Holden Colorado vs Isuzu D-Max: 4×4 ute comparison (video)
SPECS PACKAGE DRIVE VERDICT It’s becoming increasingly difficult to pick the right 4×4 ute for the right job these days, with carmakers getting more and more competitive with their packages. The 2015 Holden Colorado and 2015 Isuzu D-Max are two of the underdogs in the segment. They aren’t the best-sellers […]