Toyota has unveiled a mid-life upgrade for its seven-seat Fortuner SUV, elevating its visual appeal while assembling multiple improvements to engine, driving and towing performance. Due in Australia in late August, Fortuner’s bold exterior styling is refreshed with a more premium look, reflecting the vehicle’s dual role as a comfortable urban transporter and a rugged off-road explorer. But the most significant changes are under the skin where new and revised engine components result in noticeable...
A bolder, tougher-looking HiLux range has made its global debut along with an expanded line-up and significant improvements to performance, fuel economy, ride comfort, towing and equipment levels. The updated HiLux, arriving in Australian showrooms from late August, offers beefier output from its biggest-selling 2.8-litre turbo-diesel engine due to multiple new components and enhanced cooling. Maximum power has been increased to 150kW (+15.3 per cent) while peak torque on automatic models has been ramped up...
In case you’re not yet aware, the Australian Government has announced a new Economic Stimulus Package for businesses to assist with the purchase of assets. What’s in the stimulus package? 1. Instant Asset Write-Off Immediate tax write-off of a new or second-hand asset up to the value of $150,000 (previously $30,000) if the asset is installed and ready for use by 30 June 2020. 2. Backing Business Investment Immediate 50% tax write-off of a new...
Whether it’s an old wives’ tale, a tidbit your grandpa believed and passed down through the generations, or possibly something that was once true in older cars but no longer is – car myths have been around for eons. But here we’ve debunked some of the most common myths when it comes to your wheels, so you can keep your focus on what’s really important – keeping your car safe and reliable for your family....
How to best accommodate your growing family in your car Expanding your family? Congratulations! This is without a doubt one of the most exciting times in your life, but you could be faced with some important decisions – such as how to best accommodate your growing family in your car. Particularly if your newest addition means you’ll have two kids or more, you may find you’ve outgrown your current vehicle and need something a little...
If, like us, you’re going a little loco spending all this extra (but very important!) time at home, you’re probably looking for ideas on how to keep busy and entertained. Remember, you don’t need to stick to inside your house – why not get out into the fresh air (even if it’s just your yard or driveway) and involve your vehicle too? Once you’ve exhausted the lego towers, pantry reorganisation and DIY projects, and when...
What your tyre wear and tear is telling you about your car Tyre wear and tear is an inevitable part of car ownership, but did you know that tyre wear patterns can offer tell-tale signs that something is awry in your vehicle? Tyres are designed with ‘patterns’ on their surface to create traction between the tyre and the road, to prevent skidding, and to ensure safe braking and handling. Normal wear and tear happens over...
Local sales of Toyota’s hybrid vehicles have soared to all-time records on the back of surging demand for their combination of performance and fuel-efficiency. Australian customers have bought a record 7,597 Toyota hybrids so far this year, a gain of 166 per cent over the same period last year, with hybrids accounting for more than half of all RAV4, Corolla and Camry sales. The hybrid tally so far in 2020 represents almost one-quarter of the...
Toyota has dressed up its top-of-the-range Prado SUV with the launch of a Prado Kakadu Horizon special edition featuring a number of exterior styling enhancements to give it a more elegant look. Among the new features for the Horizon special edition are a front bumper spoiler and spats for the rear bumper, chrome side moulding and chrome-accented mirror covers, metallic/pearl paint finish, clear rear combination lights and an exclusive Horizon badge. Inside, it gains two...
Perhaps your family has outgrown your current vehicle, or maybe you’ve just earned yourself a fancy upgrade? Whatever the case, when you’re in the market for a new car it can seem like a minefield – but it doesn’t have to. With a few tips and tricks from the experts, you can be saying a stress-free konnichiwa to your new wheels in no time at all! Here are our top tips to help make your...
