Towing

Toyota LandCruiser FJ to get a little HiLux help! Diesel power to live on as Japan's tough and tiny 4WD aims for 500Nm: Reports

By Andrew Chesterton · 31 Aug 2024

The Toyota LandCruiser FJ might be all-new, but it seems there will be something important that's familiar about the tiny but tough 4WD, according to recent international reports.

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New CO2 limits won't be the end of utes and big 4WDs with the Mazda BT-50 to stay to fight the Toyota HiLux and Ford Ranger

By Dom Tripolone · 25 Aug 2024

Mazda’s rugged BT-50 isn’t going to be a victim of the federal government’s new emissions regulations. Mazda Australia’s marketing boss Alastair Doak said the BT-50 will absolutely be part of the company’s future despite the spectre of the New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES) looming over the industry.

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When can you buy a Toyota Tundra in Australia? Latest on Ram 1500 and Chevrolet Silverado rival as testing of "ultimate towing vehicle" finally nears completion

By Andrew Chesterton · 24 Aug 2024

The Toyota Tundra testing and validation program is finally nearing completion, with the final vehicles in the 280-strong testing fleet now on their way to customers as approval to properly sell the model in Australia finally looms.

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Hybrid SUV tow rate

By David Morley · 23 Aug 2024

When you rate the power outputs of Hybrid vehicles you quote the combined ICE/electric NM, kw and max. tow weight. As a large caravan owner I find these false references as you don't break it down to how long the battery boost will last and the ICE motors ability to continue to tow 3.5 tonne. My diesel SUV has 570 NM all the time to tow my 3.1 tonne van.

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New SUV will dwarf the Toyota LandCruiser and Nissan Patrol: 2025 GMC Yukon is a huge petrol V8 family SUV and it's coming to Australia next year as a luxury large 4WD to challenge Lexus LX and Range Rover

By John Law · 20 Aug 2024

General Motors Special Vehicles (GMSV) announced it will import GMC’s facelifted 2025 Yukon large SUV to Australia, where it will be locally converted from left- to right-hand drive.

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Car trailer dimensions in Australia explained

By Marcus Craft · 16 Aug 2024

If you’ve ever had to transport a car – either yours or someone else’s – via a trailer you’ll know the importance of getting the car trailer dimensions spot-on. You really don’t want the combination to be illegal or unsafe.

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New Kia Tasman teaser video makes ute sound like monster Ford Ranger Raptor fighting petrol V8, but there's a catch...

By Andrew Chesterton · 04 Aug 2024

Kia's global campaign of teaser trailers for its upcoming Tasman ute has set tongues wagging, with many keen-eared observers noting the model being filmed does not sound like a four-cylinder diesel.

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Chevrolet Silverado 2024 review: LTZ Premium - GVM test

By Mark Oastler · 27 Jul 2024

Are full size American pick-ups all about work or play? Maybe it's a bit of both, and when it comes to the Chevy Silverado LTZ Premium a healthy helping of luxury, as well. We've put this lavishly equipped heavy-hauler to the GVM test to see if it has the brawn to match its primo macho appearance.

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2012 Great Wall is overheating when towing or loaded

By David Morley · 19 Jul 2024

When I tow or have a load on board, the motor of my 2012 Great Wall overheats.

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How much can I tow with a 2024 Toyota RAV4?

By David Morley · 04 Jul 2024

What is the unbraked towing capacity and GCM for a 2024 Toyota RAV4.

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