Towing

It can be pretty scary hooking your pride and joy to a trailer, especially when there’s a long-haul journey ahead. Ask five people and they’ll probably give you five different theories on towing methods, so we’ve consulted some frequent trailer-users for their thoughts on loading and strapping down cars, and the best hardware involved.

News

2026 Ford F-150: Upgrade and new high-spec range-topper revealed

The Ford F-150 has been updated with new styling, new features and a new up-spec Platinum model at the top of the range.

News

Isuzu reintroduces special edition MU-X TOUR MATE as tough off-roading SUV

Value-packed special edition returns with nearly $9000 worth of towing and touring gear included, offering rugged capability for Australian adventurers.

News

2025 Isuzu D-MAX and MU-X: Addition of 2.2L turbo-diesel ups power, torque and towing prowess

New engine replaces 1.9L option, paired with eight-speed automatic and full towing capacity in both the D-Max ute and MU-X seven-seat SUV.

News

Electric Isuzu D-Max launched – but when will it reach Australia?

The first electric Isuzu D-Max has been revealed overnight as the first mid-sized electric ute that can carry a 1000kg payload and tow 3500kg – just like its diesel sibling.

Reviews

2025 MG HS review: Full range detailed

There’s no Most Improved Award in the automotive industry, but if there was the new MG HS would certainly be in with a shout of needing to write an acceptance speech.

Advice

Best Large SUVs for Towing in 2024

Need to pull a few tonnes at the weekend? Here are five 4WD SUVs best equipped to help you haul

News

2025 Volkswagen ID.Buzz GTX: 250kW ‘Kombi GTI’ unveiled

VW warms up its futuristic electric van with extra performance, all-wheel drive, and significantly improved towing capability

Advice

Are electric cars good for towing?

Towing with an EV is certainly possible, but there are some compromises and challenges

Best Utes

Best Ute for Towing

When it comes to the important task of towing, it’s a straight fight between the Ford Ranger and VW Amarok twins in the mid-size ute class.

Comparisons

2024 Hyundai Santa Fe comparison: Old v New

Considering a 2023 Santa Fe? Maybe you’re thinking about the new 2024 model but not sure it’s worth the wait? Let’s take a quick look at the main differences

Advice

What is the towing capacity of the new Prado?

Everything we know about the 2024 Toyota Prado’s towing capability so far

News

Electric Volkswagen Amarok could preference payload over towing capacity

The F-150 Lightning may be all about towing capacity, but an electric Amarok could be about maximum load carrying

Advice

How to tow a trailer or caravan safely

Towing a trailer or caravan requires more skill and care than normal driving – here’s how to do it with the least risk to you, other motorists and your vehicle

Volkswagen Touareg offroad
News

Volkswagen toys with offroad spec for Touareg

More affordable Touareg 4×4 will suit burgeoning tow vehicle sector, says VW

Man searching on google
Advice

Most Googled car questions answered

We look into the top car-related questions that Australians ask Google and give you answers to help your quest for car knowledge

News

BMW boosts X5 and X7 towing capacity

Optional 3500kg towing capacity added to BMW’s popular X5 and X7 large luxo SUV pair

Advice

WhichCar should I buy: Patrol or LandCruiser for towing

It’s the age-old question – is the Nissan Patrol or the Toyota Landcruiser the best tow car? We ask the experts

Dual-cab towing capacity: what it means in the real world
Advice

Dual-cab towing capacity: what it means in the real world

When it comes to towing, the numbers only tell part of the story

Essentials guide to towing
Advice

Essentials guide to towing

We decipher the towing essentials so you can hook it up and drive.

Ford Ranger towing caravan
Advice

Top 10 caravan tow vehicles for 2016

Need something new to pull your caravan this summer? Here are the best holiday tugs for 2016 as judged by the expert team at Caravan World.