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Volkswagen Amarok Sportline V6 announced
Volkswagen has introduced a more affordable ‘Sportline’ version of its top-performing V6 diesel-powered Amarok one-tonne utility, bringing the entry price point down to $55,490 plus on-road ... -
Isolate that fire
Using cheap imported components could burn up more than your profit margin. Gary Busbridge outlines new regulations. A few issues ago I provided an update on ... -
Mercedes-Benz launches first X-Class ute
Mercedes-Benz has unveiled the production version of its first-ever ute, the X-Class, ahead of its arrival in Australian showrooms early next year. Available as a dual ... -
Next Mazda BT-50 ‘rebadged’ Isuzu D-Max
The future of Mazda’s BT-50 is assured with the deal struck with fellow Japanese manufacturer Isuzu Motors, however the level of involvement Mazda will have in ... -
Great Wall Steed receives disappointing ANCAP result
The Australasian New Car Assessment Program (ANCAP) has handed down a ‘disappointing’ two-star safety rating (out of five) for the Great Wall Steed, which has failed ... -
LDV announces first one-tonner, T60
LDV and its Australian importer Ateco Automotive are preparing to launch the Chinese brand’s first-ever utility, the T60 one-tonner, in October with the diesel-powered 4×4 dual ... -
Nissan Navara receives Series II upgrade
The arrival of the Series II upgrade for Nissan’s Navara this year has seen the Japanese brand quietly drop its entry level petrol model variants, leaving ... -
Toyota unveils HiLux Tonka concept
Officially, Toyota says it created the stunning HiLux Tonka Concept to celebrate a couple of anniversaries for both the car and toy manufacturer, as well as ... -
Toyota HiLux “an even more rugged workhorse”
Australia’s biggest-selling ute – HiLux – has emerged from the Toyota Racing Development (TRD) division with a specially developed package that the Japanese auto giant insists ... -
Renault Trafic upgraded
Renault has upgraded its Trafic mid-size van at the entry level with a useful power boost for the 1.6L turbo-diesel engine. Compliant with the Euro 5 ...
