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Over the years, the RAV4 has proven to be a vehicle that appeals to all markets, taking the number one passenger vehicle spot in New Zealand and in other major markets, with over a million vehicles sold to date this year, making it the world’s most popular passenger and recreational vehicle.

Published in Machinery & Products
Friday, 12 May 2023 12:55

Enhanced Hilux hits the spot

The war for supremacy in the ute market is still being waged by market leaders Toyota and Ford, with the Hilux and Ranger.

Published in Machinery & Products
Thursday, 11 March 2021 10:55

Strewth mate... it's a shocker!

Over the ditch in Australia, Toyota utes and trucks are the workhorses of the country’s economy.

Published in Motoring
Thursday, 19 November 2020 11:55

Hilux ups the ante - yet again

When the 8th generation Toyota Hilux arrived in late 2015, it was a major departure from the Hilux of old.

Published in Motoring
Monday, 19 October 2020 09:32

Mako goes after Raptor

With Ford holding the reins of the ute market since about 2014, it was always going to be a case of when – not if – Toyota NZ would deliver a model to compete.

Published in Motoring
Monday, 11 May 2020 12:35

Electric ute a breath of fresh air

Based on the Toyota Landcruiser 70, the all-electirc ZED 70 is engineered for harsh climates.

Published in Motoring
Friday, 31 January 2020 13:20

Workhorse gets makeover

Like many of Toyota’s product ranges, the Hiace series has a history that dates back five decades.

Published in Motoring
Thursday, 03 October 2019 11:47

New entry level model for Hilux

Toyota New Zealand has broadened its Hilux range with a new entry level two-wheel drive, the WorkMate, aimed at buyers looking for affordability and Toyota reliability.

Published in Motoring
Friday, 23 August 2019 12:30

Hilux upgrade scores well

In its first test in 2015 the eighth generation Toyota Hilux gained a 5-star ANCAP rating.

Published in Motoring
Friday, 07 June 2019 11:21

Big show for Toyota at Fieldays

Toyota's massive site in the automotive precinct at Fieldays will showcase its extensive range of SUVs.

Published in Motoring
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