Tradie Advice
Kia Tasman 2026 review: S 4x2 Dual-cab Pick-up - GVM test
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By Mark Oastler · 29 Oct 2025
The all-new Kia Tasman generated plenty of celebrity-driven hype prior to its launch in 2025, but does it have the credentials to meet high expectations of Aussie ute buyers?
Mazda BT-50 2026 review: 2.2L - Australian first drive
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By David Morley · 20 Oct 2025
Carving a slice out of the fleet market and hanging on to it is a constant battle for ute makers. Throw in ever-tougher emissions and fuel consumption targets and the threat of new Chinese rivals, and it's a cut-throat world. But Mazda knows that a trimmed price-tag is the way to woo fleet managers, even if you have to give up a few things in the process. Enter the revised BT-50 XS.
Chinese utes: The best options in the Australian new car market
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By Marcus Craft · 29 Apr 2025
Chinese utes have been making substantial in-roads into the Australian market over recent years.
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What's the biggest ute in Australia?
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By Marcus Craft · 20 Mar 2025
US pick-ups are all the rage in Australia and with a full-sized Toyota Tundra a fresh arrival, fans of these big utes are about to be even more spoiled for choice.
Why are cars cheaper with an ABN?
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By Stephen Corby · 26 Feb 2025
Between towering import costs, dealer markups, and an archaic Luxury Car Tax (one still unmatched by a Luxury Boat Tax, Luxury Helicopter Tax or even Luxury Jewellery/Watch Tax), Australians have long shouldered some of the highest car prices in the world. Not for nothing to global brands laugh into their lobsters while referring to Australia as Treasure Island.
How much fuel can you claim on tax without receipts?
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By Stephen Corby · 09 Aug 2024
How much fuel can you claim on tax without receipts? Providing you use your car for work, you can claim up to $4250 worth of fuel on your annual tax return without receipts for the 2023-24 financial year.
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Ford Ranger Black Edition: Take that HiLux!
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By James Cleary · 01 Jul 2024
It seems like the blink of an eye but Ford’s current, all-conquering Ranger ute has been on sale in the Australian new-car market for two years.
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What is a Heavy Vehicle?
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By Marcus Craft · 06 May 2024
A heavy vehicle, as defined in the Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNL), is “a vehicle that has a Gross Vehicle Mass (GVM*) or Aggregate Trailer Mass (ATM**) of more than 4.5 tonnes”.
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Ford Ranger suspension: Upgrades, kits, costs and more
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By David Morley · 27 Mar 2024
There are several reasons to upgrade the suspension of your Ford Ranger (or any other type of off-road vehicle). Better ground clearance, more towing or load carrying capacity or simply a tougher look are the main reasons and they all have their pros and cons.
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Ford Ranger engines: Pros and cons of all available options detailed
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By David Morley · 20 Mar 2024
Ford’s Ranger continues to be a hugely popular vehicle with legions of happy customers. But when it comes to in-service issues, the Ford Ranger engine is far from immune to the common problems of modern, common-rail turbo-diesel powerplants. On top of that, there are also a few watch-outs specific to the Ranger’s engine line-up, and it pays to be aware of these when shopping for a Ranger.