Off road

New cars that stray from their makers' original vision

By Byron Mathioudakis · 28 Sep 2025

Prompted by this week’s announcement of an MG ute, here are some of today’s most egregious examples of new cars or latest models that might have their founders confounded, dazed or confused. And before firing off missives our way, we are not judging any of the listed vehicles’ merits; indeed, we admire their makers’ gumption and self-belief. Good for them!

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Best new 4WD features

By Marcus Craft · 27 Sep 2025

Driver-assist technology is supposed to do just that – assist the driver – but sometimes the application of it in the real world ranges from annoying to bloody atrocious depending on the vehicle you’re driving at the time.

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Toyota LandCruiser Prado 2026 review: GXL five-seat

By Chris Thompson · 26 Sep 2025

Since its Aussie arrival close to 12 months ago the fifth-generation Toyota LandCruiser Prado been a popular family options although an awkward boot space in the seven-seat version copped some early criticism. So, what about the five-seat version? Could it be the perfect Prado?

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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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Will off-roading impact warranty cover for my CVT auto?

By David Morley · 26 Sep 2025

Exactly what model CVT is used in the 2025/26 Subaru Crosstrek and is the warranty affected if you use it off road?

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Isuzu's tool to fight emissions is a bigger engine!

By Chris Thompson · 25 Sep 2025

Isuzu has replaced its smaller engine option in both its D-Max ute and its MU-X SUV, with a new 2.2-litre engine coming in to join the larger 3.0-litre.

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HiLux should be worried

By Andrew Chesterton · 25 Sep 2025

The Ram Dakota has only just been confirmed by the brand's most senior American executive, but already the mid-sized monster seems locked in for an Australian launch to do battle with the Ford Ranger, Toyota HiLux and BYD Shark 6.

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GWM's 635kW and 1195Nm beast unleashed

By Tim Gibson · 24 Sep 2025

A new hybrid competitor could crack the 4WD market.

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Hybrid ute axed!

By Laura Berry · 23 Sep 2025

Jeep has cancelled the plug-in hybrid version of its Gladiator off-road pick-up truck before it even went on sale.

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MG U9 2026 review: Australian first drive

By Stephen Ottley · 22 Sep 2025

MG wants to become one of the most popular brands in Australia - which means it needs a ute. The Chinese maker has taken assistance from its sister-brand, LDV, to rush the all-new U9 dual-cab ute into the market. But is it a case of too much too soon? Or is it the right ute at the right price? We drive it to find out if the U9 has what it takes to propel MG to the top.

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