Off road

Is 300,000km excessive for a 2008 Toyota RAV4?
By David Morley · 12 Sep 2025

Is 300,000km excessive for a 2008 Toyota RAV4?

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Toyota LandCruiser Prado and RAV4 EVs on the way!
By Jack Quick · 12 Sep 2025
Toyota is reportedly gearing up to begin producing electric versions of the RAV4 and LandCruiser Prado in the US.
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Hybrid 4x4 power for Suzuki Jimny rival!
By Jack Quick · 11 Sep 2025
While the Renault Duster is only just arriving on Australian shores now, its original European sibling has received a minor update.
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MG’s new ute set to battle Ranger, HiLux
By Chris Thompson · 09 Sep 2025
MG has confirmed some details ahead of the Australian launch of its ute, the U9, which is still awaiting a locked-in on-sale date.
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The ultimate test for the V8 engine
By Stephen Ottley · 06 Sep 2025
To borrow a line from Mark Twain, reports of the death of the V8 engine are greatly exaggerated.
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How do I read the markings on my engine oil dipstick?
By David Morley · 05 Sep 2025

I just need clarification on the markings on my engine oil dipstick (2013 Mitsubishi Triton). I have always seen 2 lines to show min and max oil level. The dipstick on this ute has 3 numbers (2, 5 and 7). My question is, does the number indicate the amount of oil I need to add? I'm pretty sure that would be it, but I want to check because I have never seen this before.

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My 2024 GWM Tank 300 has an excessive power usage message on the dashboard
By David Morley · 05 Sep 2025

The message on the dashboard of 2024 GWM 300 is excessive power usage.

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Fifth gear keeps dropping out in my 2009 Mazda BT-50
By David Morley · 05 Sep 2025

Fifth gear keeps dropping out in my 2009 Mazda BT-50. It doesn't have to be under load; it will do it cruising at 100km/h. The nylon bush on the gear stick into the selector has been changed, however the problem continues.

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2014 Holden Colorado is making a squealing noise when turning
By David Morley · 05 Sep 2025

My wife's 2014 Holden RG LTZ Colorado has the most annoying squealing noise coming from the front. It's mainly when you turn to the right but I can also hear it when on the highway. I've replaced the front wheel bearings but that actually made it worse somehow? I've been told it could be one of the clips from the ABS sensor may have broken and fallen behind the backing plate and have read just now a lot of people have had transfer case seal issues.

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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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