Tradies Reviews

Toyota HiAce 2025 review: LWB - GVM test

By Mark Oastler · 22 Oct 2024

The Toyota HiAce dominates new one-tonne van sales in Australia by a staggering margin. So, is there more to this workhorse than just unshakeable customer loyalty to the trusted Toyota badge?

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Hyundai Staria Load 2025 review: Premium Liftback

By Mark Oastler · 11 Oct 2024

For any light commercial van in the Aussie new vehicle market putting a dent in the Toyota's HiAce's sales dominance is a tall order. But Hyundai is chipping away with its Staria Load tested here for load-carrying ability and and broader capabilities.

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Nissan Navara 2025 review: SL - GVM test

By Mark Oastler · 28 Sep 2024

While the highly-specified 4WD dual cab ute models get all the focus its the no-fuss entry-level models that get the work done. And Nissan's Navara SL is a classic example. Not the highest profile option in the market and getting a bit long in the tooth but it still has a lot to offer tradies needing a tough truck.

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Ford Transit Custom 2025 review: GVM test

By Mark Oastler · 05 Sep 2024

The HiAce dominates one-tonne commercial van sales in Australia, with almost one in every two buyers opting for the trusty Toyota. Long-time rival Ford has just released its new-generation Transit Custom, but does it have what it takes to topple the local king of mid-sized vans?

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Toyota HiLux 2025 review: SR5 V-Active Double-Cab 4x4 auto - GVM test

By Mark Oastler · 02 Sep 2024

The current generation Toyota HiLux ute is perilously close to its tenth birthday and Toyota has moved to freshen up its appeal with a mild hybrid version of the SR5 grade. Does it make a difference and is it enough to change you mind about that Ford Ranger you've had your eye on?

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Volkswagen Amarok 2025 review: Aventura TSI452

By Chris Thompson · 31 Aug 2024

The most powerful ute in the Volkswagen Amarok range is powered by the engine used in some of Ford's icons like the 'Stang and Focus RS - but does petrol power work in a big ute?

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Isuzu D-Max LS-U+ vs Mitsubishi Triton GLS Dual Cab 2025 comparison review

By Tom White · 30 Aug 2024

Don't want a HiLux or a Ranger? Is the facelifted 2025 Isuzu D-Max or the new-generation 2025 Mitsubishi Triton your next best option?

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Mazda BT-50 2025 review: 4x4 Thunder Pro Pack

By Chris Thompson · 13 Aug 2024

The most expensive Mazda ute comes with plenty of kit, but its price is creeping close to the likes of Ford's venerable Ranger Raptor without the muscular might to match. So, does the BT-50 Thunder Pro bring value in other ways?

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LDV eDeliver 7 2025 review: SWB Low Roof - GVM test

By Mark Oastler · 04 Aug 2024

Electric propulsion is being offered in an increasing number of light commercial vans and LDV is attempting to reposition the market with its aggressively priced and well-specified eDeliver 7. We've put it to the tradie load test.

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Chevrolet Silverado 2024 review: LTZ Premium - GVM test

By Mark Oastler · 27 Jul 2024

Are full size American pick-ups all about work or play? Maybe it's a bit of both, and when it comes to the Chevy Silverado LTZ Premium a healthy helping of luxury, as well. We've put this lavishly equipped heavy-hauler to the GVM test to see if it has the brawn to match its primo macho appearance.

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