Commercial Reviews

MG U9 Explore X 2026 review: snapshot
By Stephen Ottley · 28 Sep 2025
If you’re looking for a ute that can serve in the role of family transport the MG U9 Explore X is that kind of machine.
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MG U9 Explore 2026 review: snapshot
By Stephen Ottley · 26 Sep 2025
The MG U9 is the newest ute to hit the market and the U9 Explore is the entry-level model in the range.
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Ford Transit Custom 2026 review: Sport Double Cab - GVM test
By Mark Oastler · 19 Sep 2025
For tradies, mid-sized commercial vans (2.5 to 3.5-tonne GVM) are like warehouses on wheels given they can offer up to 6.0 cubic metres or more of secure load volume.
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Ram 1500 2026 review: Rebel - Australian first drive
By Byron Mathioudakis · 04 Sep 2025
Australia's big-ute best-seller, the Ram 1500, evolves with the Rebel, as a Ford Ranger Wildtrak-style sporty off-road value proposition. Based on the Laramie Sport and aimed directly at the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 ZR2, the Rebel gains a suspension lift and other 4x4-focused gear, yet retains the sophistication that's made today's 1500 a segment favourite. And its twin-turbo six is a gem.
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Farizon SuperVan 2026 review: SWB
By Jack Quick · 29 Aug 2025
The electric van segment is finally starting to heat up in Australia as companies look to go green and invest in EVs for their fleet. With options like the LDV eDeliver 7 and Volkswagen ID. Buzz already available, how does Geely's entrant from a new brand stack up?
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Ineos Grenadier 2026 review: Quartermaster Trialmaster - off-road test
By Marcus Craft · 24 Aug 2025
The Ineos Grenadier wagon arrived a few years ago to much fanfare. Now the Ineos Grenadier Quartermaster, the dual-cab ute version of the Grenadier wagon, is here to take on the likes of the Toyota LandCruiser 70 Series. The purpose-built Quartermaster is a body-on-frame / ladder-frame 4WD with live axles, a dual-range transfer case, and front, centre and rear diff locks.  
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Ford Ranger Platinum vs Ford Everest Sport 2026 review: long-term
By Andrew Chesterton · 22 Aug 2025
The Ford Ranger and Ford Everest share much in common, with the ute-based SUV borrowing the Ranger's big V6 diesel engine, its rugged capability and its ladder-frame platform. But which is the better family car? We put newly minted dad, Andrew Chesterton, behind the wheel of both to answer that very question.
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GWM Cannon Alpha 2026 review: Ultra PHEV - GVM test
By Mark Oastler · 21 Aug 2025
The GWM Cannon Alpha PHEV has recently replaced its ground-breaking Hybrid predecessor, but does the newcomer's rechargeable battery tech and electric-only driving mode enhance or hinder its workhorse practicality?
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Kia Tasman X-Pro 2026 review: snapshot
By Byron Mathioudakis · 12 Aug 2025
The Kia Tasman X-Pro 4x4 from $74,990, before on-road costs, is the off-road biased range-topper in the new ute series, chasing buyers who may otherwise go for a Ford Ranger Wildtrak or Isuzu D-Max Blade.
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Kia Tasman X-Line 2026 review: snapshot
By Byron Mathioudakis · 10 Aug 2025
The Kia Tasman X-Line is the luxury-focused flagship in the South Korean brand’s first one-tonne ute range, and in some ways represents the sweet spot.
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