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Kia doesn’t offer a camper-style Carnival, so Unicamp took it into their own hands. As a country populated by people that, generally, love the outdoors, it seems like some manufacturers are missing out by not offering more camp-ready options ...

A new look! 2024 BYD electric and hybrid ute takes shape with more of its design revealed in spy pics

The BYD ute will come in a 1.5-litre turbo plug-in hybrid version. It’s expected that the ute will be available in a fully electric version from launch. The ute is being developed to suit Australian conditions. The BYD ute’s ...

Ram 1500 TRX 2023 review: GVM test

This is no ordinary RAM 1500. (Image: Mark Oastler) Likes Muscular performance RHD build quality Luxurious cabin Dislikes Huge price Impractical size Fuel consumption RAM Trucks Australia claims the RAM 1500 TRX is the quickest, fastest (those are drag ...

Down, but not out! The new SUVs, EVs and hybrids Mitsubishi could use to rejuvenate its entire line-up in Australia

Here’s a wish list of incoming Mitsubishi models which could be part of the brand’s renaissance in Australia. Mitsubishi is at a turning point, both in terms of its line-up in Australia, which is about to be mostly refreshed ...

Utes are standing in the way of a cleaner Australia: Why we need the Ford Ranger, Toyota HiLux and other pick-ups to change - now | Opinion

Australia needs more hybrid – and even electric – utes to help reduce LCV emissions. ‘Utes should be banned in Australia’ – it’s a notion about as popular as disconnecting the internet. But before you fire up in the ...

Tough 'Trek! 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness unveiled as rugged Subie adventurer, but will it come to Australia?

The Wilderness is raised and has more rugged bodywork, perfect for tackling Australian bush trails. If the Subaru Crosstrek, nee XV, isn’t quite rugged enough for outdoor adventuring for you, there’s a new variant that could be the answer. ...

2023 Mitsubishi Delica under consideration: Go-anywhere van could be on the way to put the Kia Carnival and Volkswagen Transporter on notice and Australia could be the secret next-generation ingredient

The Delica has an Aisin eight-speed automatic transmission. The Delica maintains a narrow exterior footprint. Japanese executives said the Delica is a niche offering, even in Japan. Would the Delica be a hit in Australia? Mitsubishi representatives have confirmed ...

Is a new SsangYong ute coming? SsangYong shows off three new cars at Seoul Mobility Show, including Torres ute and electric SUV

The first of the three concepts is a dual-cab ute based on the confirmed-for-Australia SsangYong Torres. The KR10 concept is a mid-size SUV based around the Korando. The concept is a celebration of the 40th anniversary of the Korando ...

Smaller sibling to Ram 1500 REV revealed... to dealers, but will it come to Australia to take on the Volkswagen Amarok electric car and LDV eT60?

One of the dealers that saw the Ram electric pick-up says it looks like the 1500 Revolution concept from January. American manufacturers know how important the large pick-up segment is, but, increasingly, medium-sized pick-ups like the Ford Ranger and ...

Have you driven a Ford EV, lately? The hybrid and electric cars, SUVs and utes with legendary names that Australians deserve to drive - should the Ford Explorer, Maverick and more make it Down Under?

From the new Ford Explorer EV to the massive F-150 Lightning truck, Ford Australia has plenty of electric vehicle choices. Ford has embarked on a global new-model blitz, but where does Australia fit in? Since the beginning of this ...

Priced up! 2023 Ram 1500 line-up slimmed down with new entry-level pricing but is it still cheaper than a Chevrolet Silverado?

Ram Trucks Australia has simplified its line-up for 2023, and given the top dog TRX a price bump. The Ram 1500 range looks slightly different for 2023 compared with last year, with a slimmer line-up creating a new entry ...

Watch out, HiLux and Ranger! 2024 Mitsubishi Triton officially shown in pre-production form, ready for launch soon

Mitsubishi’s CEO says the new Triton is almost ready for reveal, suggesting the XRT is a close look at what to expect. For something Mitsubishi is calling a concept, the XRT looks an awful lot like what we’d expect ...

Suzuki Jimny 2023 review: GLX manual

It’s almost impossible not to smile when you’re walking towards the Jimny. (Image: James Cleary) With the rear seats upright there’s 85 litres of boot space available. (Image: James Cleary) Lower the 50/50 split-folding rear seat and you have ...

The Ford F-150-rivalling 2023 Chevrolet Silverado pick-up truck has landed, but will GM make a hybrid car version?

It’s an all petrol V8 affair for the Aussie Silverados, but the American version comes with diesel options. GMSV’s updated Chevrolet Silverado models follow the trend in full-sized pick-ups around the world by offering petrol drivelines, despite Australia’s ute ...

Mazda BT-50 2023 review: XTR long-term | Part 6

Our Mazda BT-50 XTR now wears a dozen items from the Mazda Genuine Accessories range. (Image: Mark Oastler) Accessories: good things come to those who ‘weight’ We’re really pleased with the way the BT-50 XTR build has come together ...

Coming soon: 2024 Toyota LandCruiser Prado takes shape, but when will Australia get a hybrid version of the new 4x4?

While the drivetrain for the next Prado is unconfirmed, expect a similar look to the current-gen model. (Image: Best Car) The new generation of Toyota LandCruiser Prado is expected to be revealed in the coming months, with the smaller ...

Ute beauty! Mitsubishi to put Australia first as new Triton prepares for battle with Toyota HiLux and Ford Ranger

The new Mitsubishi Triton is coming soon (Image: Digimods DESIGN) The new Mitsubishi Triton could be on Australian roads before the end of the year, as the Japanese brand vows to put our market at the top of the ...

23 days & 5421 km: Did a Bengaluru-Sikkim road trip in my Jeep Compass

Looking at the Compass parked next to the lake gave me a sense of utter satisfaction. We had made this trip and this was by far the most challenging and grisly drive since we bought it. BHPian shashrash recently ...

Proper Ford Everest rival inbound! What you need to know about the next-gen 2025 Mitsubishi Pajero Sport 4x4 SUV

Don’t expect the next Mitsubishi Pajero Sport to be a Triton clone with a wagon back. (Image: Thanos Pappas) Mitsubishi is preparing the next-generation Triton dual-cab ute, which inevitably means the new Pajero Sport large SUV won’t be too ...

"You can't get anywhere near it": Nissan slams 2023 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid car fuel-use claims as it accuses Japanese giant of over-selling its hybrid promises

Nissan slammed the RAV4 Hybrid’s fuel-use claims at the launch of the X-Trail e-Power. Nissan has defended the fuel savings on offer in its electrified X-Trail e-Power, suggesting Toyota exaggerates the fuel-use claims in its popular hybrid models, including ...

Aussies to the rescue! How Australia saved the Toyota LandCruiser 70 Series in Japan - reports

The 70 Series is in for some changes as it’s set to re-launch in its home country. The Toyota LandCruiser 70 Series seems set to make a triumphant return in its home market, with the iconic off-roader borrowing from ...

Mazda CX-3? Kia Seltos? Toyota C-HR? We started this SUV trend says Subaru Australia boss

The Subaru Impreza XV arrived in 2010, arguably kicking off the car-based SUV trend. The world is obsessed with SUVs with almost every carmaker now from Porsche to Peugeot, not just making them, but relying on them to make ...

Subaru Outback 2023 review

All grades of the Outback have roof rails. (Touring variant pictured) Subaru has kept analogue gauges for the Outback. (Sport variant pictured) The Outback is fitted with 18-inch alloy wheels. (Sport XT variant pictured) What we like Tow more ...

Toyota Prado from Prada anyone? Suave 2024 Lexus GX Hybrid Max with LandCruiser 300 Series genes looms for Australia as replacement for unloved RX L seven-seater

This shadowy image supplied by Lexus in late 2021 detailing its future road map could be the next-gen GX set for Australia soon. Lexus is set to finally release its own spin-off of the much-anticipated next-generation Toyota Prado in ...

Mazda BT-50 2023 review: XTR long-term | Part 5

Fitting the BT-50 with 'Mazda Genuine Accessories' for a long-haul road trip. (Image: Mark Oastler) The road to Bathurst We’re big fans of the annual Bathurst 12 Hour race for GT3 cars on Mount Panorama. So, having watched it ...

Forget the Ford Maverick! Sub-Navara Nissan ute confirmed as by-product of renewed Renault alliance

Sub-Navara Nissan ute on the way, but will it land in Australia? The Nissan-Renault-Mitsubishi Alliance has been renewed after a long series of discussions, and finally the three brands can move on with a more unified strategy. One of ...

How Mitsubishi plans to keep its booming sales going in 2023 without a new Triton

Despite the Triton’s age, it is still a strong seller in Australia. At the start of 2022 you could have argued things looked tough for Mitsubishi. The brand was facing a serious threat from MG, which was stealing sales ...

"They'll reject it": Toyota exec on why electric utes can't be rushed

A zero emissions ute from Toyota might be a while away, and not before the brand is totally ready. (Image: Thanos Pappas) Toyota won’t rush to the EV ute table, according to a Toyota Australia executive, who criticised the ...

2023 Chery Jetour T-1: Is this the next hybrid off-roader to take the fight to the new GWM Tank 300?

Will Chery be the next brand in Australia to go SUV mad and challenge the off-road hegemony? Chery is on the cusp of a resurrection in Australia, expecting to launch two new SUVs, the small Omoda 5 and mid-size ...

Suzuki Jimny EV revealed!

Not the usual first look, this silhouetted rendering of what seems like a Jimny appeared with four other future Suzuki EVs. Suzuki has finally confirmed the coming all-electric Jimny, thanks to a silhouetted image of the iconic small off-roader ...

Can the X-Trail and Pathfinder lead Nissan back to sales success? Why 2023 is a crucial year for Nissan with its refreshed SUV line-up

2023 will be a huge year for Nissan Australia. There’s no nice way to say it – 2022 was a bad year for Nissan. The once-popular brand took a slide in the sales race, dropping more than 35 per ...

GS Trophy 2024 destination Namibia, will PH join?

The venue of the BMW Motorrad International GS Trophy 2024 has been decided: this time the off-road adventure will take place in Namibia. Having been held on all continents around the globe, the International GS Trophy now returns in ...

GWM Tank 300 2023 review

A hybrid off-roader has been a long time coming. And Chinese maker GWM has got there first. The quilted upholstery and circular air-vents stand out. Behind the steering wheel is a 12.3-inch fully digital instrument cluster. The circular air-vents ...

Touratech Travel Event goes to Dingalan after 2-year hiatus

Moto-camping – or camping with your motorcycle – has become popular these days especially during the height of the pandemic when public places have been shut or access was limited. For more than a decade now, Touratech Philippines – ...

Toyota LandCruiser 70 Series to live on! But it's bad news if you like V8 diesel engines - reports

LandCruiser 70 Series to live on without a V8? Toyota in Japan may be about to give us our clearest look yet at what will power the 70 Series LandCruiser in years to come, with reports out of the ...

A 733 km cycling adventure in 9 days from Mangalore to Kanyakumari

The plan was primarily to hug the coastline as much as possible and stay off the national highway as much as possible. BHPian ninjatalli recently shared this with other enthusiasts. I travel not to go anywhere, but to go. ...

Did a road trip to Gurudongmar Lake on my Royal Enfield Interceptor 650

900 meters before the lake, the road breaks off from the main highway and becomes an off-road patch that delights all motorists. BHPian turboNath recently shared this with other enthusiasts. There’s a saying that bad roads often lead to ...

Harley-Davidson announces Homecoming event and challenge

Photo / Supplied Harley-Davidson will celebrate its 120th Anniversary by launching the Harley-Davidson Homecoming event. The motorcycle brand has also launched a 6-month global challenge, titled “The Road to Harley-Davidson Homecoming Challenge”, to kick start anniversary celebrations happening in 2023. The Homecoming event ...

The ultimate home on wheels? 2023 Volkswagen Crafter Kampervan revealed as new motorhome built with Jayco

The Volkswagen Crafter Kampervan is a huge new motorhome for the adventurous Aussie. Volkswagen Australia has unveiled its latest offering in the unending recreational vehicle rollout for the brand – the new Crafter Kampervan. The biggest and most lifestyle-friendly ...

How to drive overseas on a New Zealand licence

Photo / Supplied The trip is booked, the rental car is organised and you’ve remembered to pack your driver’s license along with your passport and tickets. However, depending on the destination, you may be missing one crucial document. Many ...

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