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Nissan Navara pricing revealed: Australian-tuned ute to launch in March

The next-generation Nissan Navara will launch locally in March with a dual cab-only line-up, Australian-tuned suspension and more capability than before.

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VFACTS January 2026: Electrified vehicles continue to surge as petrol, diesel sales decline

Sales of petrol- and diesel-powered vehicles continue their sales decline as more and more Australians embrace electrified options.

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Kia Australia boss: ‘We’ll gouge market share from any brand we can’

Kia Australia boss says the influx of Chinese brands into Australia won’t hinder Kia’s growing market share.

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Volkswagen Amarok W600: Walkinshaw-tuned ute back for a second round

The Walkinshaw version of the Volkswagen Amarok is back with a new W600 due to enter showrooms in Q3 2026.

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Yet another Chinese brand set for Australia with arrival of JMC Vigus dual-cab

Another year, another new Chinese brand planning to launch in Australia. However, this one might be familiar as this is its second stint down under.

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Five-star ANCAP scores for HiLux, Palisade and two Chinese newcomers; Mitsubishi ASX, four stars

Latest round of ANCAP testing sees five star safety scores for HiLux, Palisade, Denza B5 and Aion V while Mitsubishi ASX comes up short.

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Ford to expand Ranger Super Duty line-up by mid-2026

Ford will expand the Ranger Super Duty heavy duty line-up in mid 2026 with a new bodystyle and a new higher-spec variant.

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2026 Ford Ranger upgraded with simplified engine range and new models

Ford has simplified the engine options for the Ranger lineup, added standard equipment and revealed new models as part of MY26.5 changes.

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Who is GWM? A quick guide to the first Chinese car brand to launch in Australia

From humble beginnings to the best-selling Chinese brand in Australia so far in 2025, let’s find out more about GWM, formerly known as Great Wall Motors.

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2026 Nissan Navara revealed ahead of coming Australian release

The 2026 Nissan Navara – a model crucial to the brand’s fortunes – has finally been revealed ahead of a first quarter 2026 Australian release.

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KGM Musso EV: Australia’s growing electric ute market gets a new entrant

Brand’s first battery-powered ute brings new powertrains, practical load space and updated cabin tech as competition intensifies in the EV workhorse segment.

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2026 Toyota HiLux pricing and specifications revealed

Pricing and specifications for the new 2026 Toyota HiLux – one of Australia’s favourite work trucks cars – have been announced ahead of its December 2025 local introduction.

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2026 Nissan Navara: Imminent next-gen ute to be tuned by local specialists for Aussie conditions

Nissan has again utilised Aussie automotive engineering specialists Premcar, this time to tune the new Navara ute and its suspension for local conditions.

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2026 Toyota HiLux revealed! Discover all the details on the new-gen Aussie favourite

The ninth-generation 2026 Toyota HiLux is finally revealed with a new look and new features the brand hopes will keep it at the top of the Australian sales charts.

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Ford Ranger and Everest to drop popular engine option in future upgrade

The Ford Ranger and Everest siblings will soon receive a big powertrain upgrade with new V6 variants and the bi-turbo motor dropped.

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Which are the 10 best-selling dual-cab utes in Australia?

It’s a segment of the market with lots of interest and lots of new competitors – but which dual-cab ute brands are making the biggest inroads as of late 2025?

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Dreaming of a Land Rover Defender ute? A custom version now exists

Dutch specialist Heritage Customs transforms the Defender 130 into a bespoke V8-powered pick-up for adventurous buyers.

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New car calendar 2026: All the new cars coming to Australia next year

Here’s the WhichCar by Wheels guide to all the new cars that will launch in Australia in 2026. Check back in regularly for updates…

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Foton returns to Australian market with new Tunland ute range

The Chinese manufacturer re-enters the local light commercial market with its mid-sized Tunland V7 and V9 utes, targeting work and lifestyle buyers alike.

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MGU9 ute arrives in dealerships for test drives as accessory options detailed

MG’s first entrant in Australia’s competitive ute market, the new MGU9, arrives for test drives as accessory options and launch incentives are announced head of its full rollout.

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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.

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2026 Toyota HiLux: All we know about what to expect

The long-awaited reveal of a new version of one of Australia’s most popular vehicles is not far away now… here’s what we know so far.

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Toyota unveils Land Cruiser FJ as serious, retro-inspired off-roader – but don’t hold your breath in Australia

New ‘Freedom & Joy’ model revives classic Land Cruiser spirit with compact design, customisation options and serious off-road credentials – and while it’s not coming to Australia yet, the name has been trademarked locally.

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2026 Nissan Navara: Next-gen edition of the popular ute readied for reveal after 40 year-history in Australia

Ahead of its global debut on November 19, Nissan celebrates the Navara’s four-decade journey in Australia and New Zealand with a heritage film honouring its enduring role and evolution.