Towing

Aussie towing mirrors win global award
By Marcus Craft · 26 Nov 2019
Gold Coast-based company, MSA 4X4 Accessories, has been awarded a Global Media Award for its new towing mirrors.
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Jeep Wrangler 2020 review: Rubicon diesel tow test
By Marcus Craft · 22 Nov 2019
Much has been penned about the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon's effectiveness off-road so, how did it do?
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Ram 1500 2020 review: Laramie diesel tow test
By Matt Campbell · 20 Nov 2019
The Ram 1500 diesel model has arrived in Australia, and it promises effortless towing. But does it live up to the promise in the real world?We put it to the test - with and without a load behind it - to see if the 2020 Ram 1500 Laramie EcoDiesel is a good option for buyers after a big strong ute.
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VW Touareg 2020 review: tow test
By Matt Campbell · 21 Oct 2019
The new Volkswagen Touareg is bound to do its fair share of towing, so we put it to work over 5000km of Australian outback.
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Kia Cerato: When will the towbar for the GT be ready?
By Graham Smith · 27 Sep 2019

 I have a 2016 Kia Cerato sedan with a towbar. I want to purchase another Kia Cerato sedan (GT Cerato), but after waiting nearly 10 months the dealer keeps telling me a towbar is still being developed? When will a towbar be available? Do you think it will be suitable for a GT model?

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Ford Ranger Wildtrak X from $63,700 BOCs
By Tung Nguyen · 05 Sep 2019
Ford will launch another version of its wildly-popular Ranger Wildtrak pick-up this month, with the new X version adding a number of off-road-focused accessories for a small bump in price.
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What is the bet car for towing?
By Graham Smith · 16 Aug 2019

We are a family of four looking to tow a full-size caravan (3000 kg+) on a trip around Australia. We would only like to pay a maximum of $40,000. I am 6 foot 4 inches so don't fit in many 4WDs. Can you please advise what car would be the best option for both purchasing and spare parts if things go wrong along the way?

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What is the best car to tow a camper trailer?
By Graham Smith · 26 Jul 2019

 I’m looking to upgrade my car to something that will sometimes tow a camper trailer what would be the best car?

 

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Subaru Forester 2.5i-S 2019 off-road review
By Marcus Craft · 22 Jul 2019
Subaru is synonymous with bringing effective – and popular – all-wheel drive wagons to market. And its Forester has done pretty well in the past as a comfortable and capable dirt-road tourer, more than appropriately equipped to tackle low-intensity off-roading. But has the company now tipped too far in the direction of style over substance? Has the Forester lost its way as a bona fide campsite conveyance?Read on.
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What towing vehicle should I buy?
By Graham Smith · 19 Jul 2019

We are a retired couple looking at buying a vehicle with a towing capacity of 2500 kg upwards. There are only two of us, but we may take the grandkids at times. We like the Mitsubishi Pajero Sport, but it's pretty big for two people although certainly the cheapest we've see. Can you suggest any other vehicle that would suit our requirements?

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