Diesel
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Isuzu unveils new 500Nm 2.2L Biturbo diesel, could replace 3.0L in Australia
Isuzu has unveiled a new 2.2-litre twin-turbo (Biturbo) diesel engine for the D-Max ute and MU-X SUV in Thailand, producing more power and torque than the familiar 4JJ 3.0-litre turbo-diesel currently offered in Australia. Known as the 2.2 Ddi MAXFORCE…
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2027 Chery Stockman preview: New details revealed ahead of Australian launch
The Chery Stockman will launch in Australia in the next three months, bringing some impressive specifications and an interesting approach to the increasingly competitive plug-in hybrid ute segment. We had an opportunity to check out a pre-production example in China…
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LDV D90 diesel returns; 3500kg towing, new LUXE flagship
LDV has expanded its D90 7-seat SUV range in Australia for the 2027 model, bringing back diesel power after a two-year absence and introducing a new luxury flagship variant. The revised lineup now consists of five variants, with petrol and…
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2027 LDV T60 update announced for Australia, gets 2.5TD Terron engine
The 2027 LDV T60 is getting a substantial update in Australia, headlined by a more powerful diesel engine borrowed from the larger Terron 9, along with a redesigned front end and a much-needed cabin refresh. LDV has simplified the range…
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General Motors previews massive new 8.3L Duramax diesel V8 (video)
General Motors has officially fired a massive shot across the bow of its heavy-duty rivals, dropping a teaser for an all-new, colossal 8.3L Duramax turbo-diesel V8. Nicknamed the Mongoose, the upcoming powerplant has been engineered specifically for the refreshed 2027…
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2027 BMW X5 lineup confirmed for Australia, price and specs
BMW has confirmed Australian pricing for the all-new fifth-generation X5, which will arrive locally in the fourth quarter of 2026 priced from $143,900 before on-road costs. Two variants will initially be offered, starting with the X5 40d xDrive followed by…
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2027 Mitsubishi Pajero revealed
Mitsubishi has officially revealed the all-new 2027 Pajero, bringing the famous nameplate back with a ladder-frame chassis, 2.4-litre turbo-diesel engine and seven-seat layout. Production will take place in Thailand, with Australia confirmed among the first export markets alongside Japan. Mitsubishi…
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2026 MG U9 Black Edition review (video)
MG is still a relatively new player in Australia’s fiercely competitive dual-cab ute market, but the U9 certainly doesn’t suffer from a lack of presence. In fact, it’s one of the biggest and most imposing utes in the class, and…
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Mahindra Lifestyler revealed as new ute, based on Scorpio SUV
Mahindra has officially pulled the covers off its next-generation dual-cab in Mumbai, confirming the model will wear the ‘Lifestyler’ badge when it hits Australia in 2027. Serving as the production evolution of the global Pik-Up ute, the Lifestyler marks a…