Off road

Does the Ford Ranger have a timing belt or chain?

By David Morley · 18 Nov 2024

Does the Ford Ranger two-litre bi-turbo-diesel have a timing belt or chain? There are mixed opinions on the internet.

By Stephen Ottley · 18 Nov 2024

The ‘will they or won’t they’ saga for MG Motors’ entry into Australia’s booming ute market is finally resolved, with the company’s senior local executives confirming one is on the way.

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Is a BYD Shark 6 EV and cheap hybrid coming?

By Byron Mathioudakis · 16 Nov 2024

BYD is set to fortify the Shark 6 plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) ute offering with additional variants, including an EV and possibly an entry-level hybrid version, as the Chinese brand takes on the Toyota HiLux and Ford Ranger in Australia.

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Little Jimny ute looking more likely

By John Law · 16 Nov 2024

It feels like the Suzuki Jimny has been around forever, but compared to its predecessor, the fourth-gen 4WD’s six-year vintage means it is still a long way from its mid-life crisis.

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The best 4WD we don't get in Australia

By Samuel Irvine · 14 Nov 2024

Honda has unveiled its most “off-road capable” SUV ever in the US, the fourth-generation Passport, but sadly there are no plans to launch it Down Under.

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Prado's secret Australian roots

By John Law · 14 Nov 2024

Although it’s made by a Japanese company in another country, the Toyota LandCruiser Prado has become a part of Australian life and, to make sure the new 250 Series survives our tough environment, this country played a key part in its development.

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Is this the cut-price 4WD Aussies need?

By Dom Tripolone · 13 Nov 2024

It feels like every Chinese brand is coming to Australia, but there are plenty more than could make a big impact Down Under.

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Compact Freelander reboot unlikely

By Tom White · 13 Nov 2024

Looks like the Freelander re-boot won't start with a rugged small SUV.

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Giant American SUV ready to order

By Dom Tripolone · 12 Nov 2024

Aussies can now get their hands on one of the biggest rigs on the road — the 2025 GMC Yukon SUV.

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Kia claps back at Tasman keyboard warriors

By Andrew Chesterton · 09 Nov 2024

Kia says those doubting the Tasman’s boundary-pushing exterior design need to see the model in the metal before making up their minds, as the brand said the “controversy” surrounding the vehicle’s unveiling will subside as Australians “get used to it”.

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