
Ford bins battery-only F-150 Lightning, replaces it with Extended-Range EV
Ford will discontinue its current battery-electric F-150 Lightning and launch a new extended-range electric version, marking a major shift in the brand’s EV strategy

VFACTS: Ranger tops 4x4 sales as PHEVs surge in Australia
SUVs dominate and plug-in hybrid sales rise in Australia

The INEOS Grenadier is now available in Australia via subscription
Australians can now access the Grenadier Station Wagon and Quartermaster via Karmo’s subscription model

DENZA B5 and B8 pricing revealed for Australia
The B5 and B8 “Super Hybrid SUVs” are now priced and ready to order in Australia

GWM Tank 300 Hi4-T PHEV confirmed for Australia
A Tank 300 PHEV is on the way – and crucially, it keeps its full mechanical 4WD hardware

2025 4x4 Ute of the Year, powered by REDARC
We round up a dirty dozen midsize 4x4 utes to find the best in class!

Ford Ranger V6 Sport wins 2025 4x4 Ute of the Year title
The Ranger Sport V6 takes top honours in our 2025 Ute of the Year test

2025 4x4 Ute of the Year contender: Toyota HiLux SR5+
The HiLux proves its enduring appeal with strong all-round performance

2025 4x4 Ute of the Year contender: Kia Tasman X-PRO
Kia’s all-new Tasman makes a bold first impression at its inaugural UOTY test

2025 4x4 Ute of the Year: Nissan Navara PRO-4X Warrior wins Best Adventure ute
The PRO-4X Warrior proves an old ute can still punch well above its weight

Ford Ranger PHEV wins Best Hybrid at the 2025 4x4 Ute of the Year
The Ranger Sport PHEV delivers real-world performance without feeling like an all-electric compromise

2025 4x4 Ute of the Year contender: GWM Cannon Alpha PHEV
Packing serious punch and a feature-rich cabin, the Cannon Alpha PHEV proves it can hold its own against established 4x4s

2025 4x4 Ute of the Year contender: Mitsubishi Triton GSR
The Triton GSR proves midsize utes can be fun and ready for anything

KGM Musso Ultimate: 2025’s Best 4x4 Ute Under $60K
You don’t need big money to get a well-equipped, comfy, hard-working 4x4 ute

2025 4x4 Ute of the Year contender: Isuzu D-MAX X-Terrain
The D-MAX sticks to what works – a simple, tough driveline and honest capability that keeps it a favourite among buyers

2025 4x4 Ute of the Year contender: BYD Shark
A bold first impression, but the Shark falls short as a true off-road or towing ute

2025 4x4 Ute of the Year contender: Mazda BT-50 GT
The Mazda BT-50 GT proves you can have D-MAX guts with a bit more style and attitude

2025 4x4 Ute of the Year contender: LDV Terron9 Origin
Looks good on paper, but confusing controls and sluggish 4x4 leaves the LDV trailing the competition

Ford Ranger Super Duty Pick-Up and XLT arriving in 2026
Ford to expand its Ranger Super Duty range next year with new Pick-Up and XLT variants, arriving mid-2026

Zone RV enters administration just weeks before Christmas
Luxury off-road caravan maker Zone RV has entered administration, leaving staff and customers uncertain ahead of the festive season

JAC Motors locks in pricing for three new T9 models in Australia
JAC Motors has confirmed pricing for the T9 Osprey, Osprey X, and Oasis Cab-Chassis

Toughest Defender ever built revealed ahead of 2026 Dakar Rally
Defender Rally has unveiled its Dakar D7X-R, built to tackle the 2026 World Rally-Raid Championship

Ford reveals 2026 updates for Ranger and Everest
Ford’s 2026 updates bring more power, smarter tech, and refreshed styling to Ranger and Everest

Three-door Jimny returning to Australia in 2026 with key safety and tech updates
Pint-sized favourite set to return early next year with a range of key updates
