Tradies Reviews

Isuzu D-Max 2021 review: SX

By Matt Campbell · 18 Sep 2020

If you want a hard working Isuzu D-Max ute, you need to take a look at the SX grade. It has more variants than any other in the D-Max line-up, and is the most affordable and work-ready, too.

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Toyota HiLux Workmate 2021 review

By Matt Campbell · 16 Sep 2020

The Toyota HiLux Workmate range has 12 derivatives, and within that dozen models there's a good chance you will find exactly what you need - if you're looking for a ute for hard work, that is.

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Ford Transit Custom vs Hyundai iLoad vs Toyota HiAce LWB comparison review

By Mark Oastler · 03 Sep 2020

The top three contenders in the local medium-sized (2.5 to 3.5 tonne GVM) commercial van class are the Toyota HiAce followed by the Hyundai iLoad and Ford's Transit Custom.

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Peugeot Partner 2021 review: 130 Auto GVM test

By Marcus Craft · 17 Aug 2020

Versatility counts for everything when your van is your office and you spend the lion's share of every one of your work days in it, loading, driving, and unloading. But while your office on the move needs to be highly functional it also must be very comfortable, and able to safely perform its duties while carrying substantial loads in the rear.Is the Peugeot Partner such a van?

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Peugeot Boxer 2020 review: 160 Standard - GVM test

By Mark Oastler · 03 Aug 2020

Peugeot Australia offers variants across the small, medium and large commercial van segments. Its largest model, the manual-only Boxer 160 which in 2020 features improved safety and warranty, competes in the LD (light duty) 3501-8000kg GVM class.

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Toyota LC78 Land Cruiser TroopCarrier GXL 2017 review

By Mark Oastler · 23 Jul 2020

Mark Oastler road tests and reviews the new Toyota LC78 LandCruiser TroopCarrier GXL with specs, fuel consumption and verdict.

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Renault Trafic 2020 review: SWB Premium auto - GVM test

By Mark Oastler · 16 Jul 2020

There are currently 10 models competing for customers in the medium-sized 2.5-3.5 tonne GVM commercial van segment, which is dominated by Toyota's HiAce with Hyundai's iLoad and Ford's Transit Custom in an increasingly close fight for second and third place.

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Toyota HiAce 2020 review: Commuter

By Mark Oastler · 05 Jul 2020

Toyota's latest generation HiAce mid-sized van is a comfortable, practical and competent load-hauler in both long wheelbase (LWB) and super-long wheelbase (SLWB) configurations.

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Renault Trafic 2020 review: Crew Lifestyle - GVM test

By Mark Oastler · 03 Jul 2020

The current generation Renault Trafic has become an increasingly strong contender in Australia's competitive mid-sized commercial van market since its debut in 2015.

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Chevrolet Silverado 2020 review: 1500 GVM test

By Mark Oastler · 01 Jun 2020

Encouraged by booming local sales of the RAM 1500 through Ateco Automotive/American Special Vehicles, the Walkinshaw Automotive Group (WAG) has expanded its local RHD re-manufacturing capacity to include the similar-sized Chevrolet Silverado 1500. Unlike the RAM, the Silverado is sold exclusively through WAG's HSV dealerships, but offers the same prized 4.5 tonne towing capacity and lots more.

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