Nissan Australia claims its faith in a petrol-only Nissan Patrol has paid off and that the US-market, Titan, is still on the wish-list for Australia. By Dave Morley: It wasn’t exactly an I-told-you-so moment, but Nissan’s Australian boss is claiming…
Toyota Australia is recalling 1899 Toyota Prados built between March and April 2019 because of the fuel pipe being improperly tightened and the potential for it to leak. Toyota Australia has issued a recall for 1899 Toyota Prados built between…
The popularity of modern turbo-diesel engines, particularly in Australia, has led to increased knowledge of what goes wrong with them. Catch cans are a great investment to make for your turbo-diesel engine as they help prevent oil mist entering your…
Three years in the making, we answer the question… should you buy and build an ex-mines 76 Series LandCruiser? Words by Mark Kendrick, Images by Harry Temple HUMBLE BEGINNINGS Rusty started life as a common-as-dirt white LandCruiser 76 Series, with…
We bring you nine ways to keep your TD42 from boiling itself to death, and a couple of things you’ll read on the forums that just don’t work! Words and Images by Wes Whitworth and Thomas Rolleston TD42s have gained…
Yes, it has a diesel motor – but does this luxury 4WD make any sense in Australia? Words and Images by Evan Spence I’m probably not the right person to be doing this review – my 2005 SR HiLux is…
Does a 2.0L Bi-Turbo motor make sense in the Ford Ranger? Words by Evan Spence With nearly 30 models in the MY2019 Ford Ranger line-up, you have to admit Ford have worked hard to provide as many options as possible…
After six months of having the Catch Can Pro fitted, was it really worth it? Words by Grant Hanan and Linda Bloffwitch, Images and Video by My Aussie Travel Guide After listening to all the hype and sifting through the…
Got a mechanical diesel that isn’t moving well? Follow these seven tips to get more muscle out of your old beast There’s a billion and three guides on how to squeeze more performance out of a common rail diesel, but…
In the wake of our recent six-vehicle comparison test in outback South Australia during which the HiLux Rugged X test vehicle dropped into limp home mode four times, Toyota Australia has admitted a design flaw with the air inlet system…
The new engine slotting in under the bonnet of Ford’s new 4WD products has caused a stir. No doubt, many don’t like the cubes available. Ford doesn’t buy it, and they reckon this new engine is right up at the…
LandCruiser vs Patrol vs Discovery go head-to-head in an off-road comparison. We’re currently in the golden age of the 4WD ute, and any other kind of vehicle (4WD or 2WD) seems to be languishing in the distance. Once upon a…
The age of DPF and EGR common rail turbo diesel 4X4s is alive, but perhaps not too well. Therefore, maintaining and keeping these expensive components in tip-top condition is extremely important. Particularly after doing remote trips out bush. Cyclo’s new…
Many folks reading this fine publication have been dismayed that Toyota’s most popular 4WD engine, the 2.8 litre 1GD-FTV, might have a serious problem with dust getting past the air filter system. As we revealed only yesterday, there is enough…
In the wake of our recent six-vehicle comparison test in outback South Australia during which the HiLux Rugged X test vehicle dropped into limp home mode four times, Toyota Australia has admitted a design flaw with the air inlet system…
