There has been a ute variant of the Holden Commodore with each generation but that’s about to change when the next-generation Commodore arrives in 2018. When our homegrown Commodore bows out, so too does the last ever Commodore ute. As a tribute, rendering artist Theophilus Chin, has whipped up this …
Read More »Holden readying louder, more powerful special-edition Commodore Ute
Holden is reportedly putting the finishing touches to the first of three special-edition Utes to be rolled out leading up to next year’s production deadline for the Commodore. The limited-edition ute is understood to be a bespoke-badged version of a Holden Commodore VFII SS-V Redline with a more aggressive aerodynamic …
Read More »Nissan introduces Navara Series II – new SL grade added to range
Nissan has introduced the Nissan Navara Series II, which goes on sale this month with the addition of a new ‘SL’ grade aimed at tradesmen and fleet customers. Priced from $43,990 plus on-road costs, the Navara SL 4×4 dual cab features many specifications found on the ST grade, including: YS23DDTT …
Read More »Mercedes-Benz X-Class sets to bring style to the premium ute segment
Mercedes-Benz has taken the veil off its new premium ute (or pickup if you live outside of Australia), christened the Concept X-Class that aims to combine the utility of a traditional ute with luxury and comfort. Two versions has been shown in Stockholm, Sweden – one showcasing the vehicle’s style, …
Read More »V8 Volkswagen Amarok, anyone?
MTM has announced it will be unveiling its Volkswagen Amarok V8 Desert Edition at the Geneva Motor Show. Developed jointly with DIRKS, the V8-powered ute features a two-toned matte paintwork with wheel arch extensions housing a set of 20-inch BBS alloy wheels shod with Cooper off-road tyres. Its sinister look …
Read More »Toyota HiLux scores safety and convenience technology
Toyota has enhanced its popular HiLux ute by decking out the Double Cab variants with new safety and convenience technology. The latest update enables all 4×4 HiLux variants to achieve a maximum 5-star ANCAP safety rating, thanks to the standard fitment of stability and traction control, brake assist and …
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