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
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 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
Best new 4x4 accessories and upgrades in Australia – November 2025
Fresh new 4x4 gear that hit the market in November
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
Toyota Gazoo Racing and Toby Price to debut all-new GR HiLux at Dakar Rally
Aussie Toby Price will steer a tougher HiLux in next season’s FIA World Rally-Raid Championship
2026 KGM Musso EV: Pricing and key specs revealed
KGM has confirmed details for its Musso EV, bringing the brand’s first fully electric ute to Australia
Ford Ranger Super Duty to arrive in Australia ahead of schedule
Ford confirms deliveries of its new Ranger Super Duty will commence later this year
Premcar leads local testing of Nissan Navara ahead of upcoming launch
Nissan and Premcar join forces to optimise next-gen Navara for Aussie roads