Kia’s upcoming ute has been spotted again during summer testing in Spain, revealing a few key design details. Meanwhile, in Australia, the Tasman has been seen at New South Wales’ Stockton Sand Dunes following the release of a promotional video filmed in Victoria. Summer in Spain The new KIA Tasman has been spotted with less
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Certain classics never lose their charm. Among Korean vehicles, the Kia Rocsta 4WD stands out as a rugged, dependable vehicle fondly remembered by a cult of enthusiasts. As the popularity of compact 4WD vehicles like the Suzuki Jimny continue their resurgence, it’s high time Kia reintroduced the Rocsta to the modern market. Here’s why a
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Kia has recently unveiled a video series showcasing the extensive R&D testing of its upcoming ute, the Tasman. This series, titled “One More Round,” provides an in-depth look at the rigorous testing procedures the Tasman has undergone. With over 18,000 rounds of tests, the series highlights the vehicle’s off-road capabilities, wading tests, all-terrain durability, towing
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With Australia is bracing for a wave of exciting new models, utes are expected to make up to 25% of new vehicle sales in 2025! From traditional diesel engines to cutting-edge electric options, we take a look at the best utes on their way to Australia. Nissan Navara Nissan’s next-generation Navara, based on the Triton
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Kia Australia may be throwing its hat in the ring for a new contender in the off-road market, eyeing a ladder-frame SUV based on the upcoming Kia Tasman. This potential addition would see Kia enter the fray currently dominated by the likes of the Toyota LandCruiser Prado and Ford Everest. “We’d love one; but with
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As Kia prepares to introduce its Tasman ute in 2025, Mazda Australia, currently the market’s second leader, remains unfazed by the looming competition. Alastair Doak, Mazda Australia’s head of marketing, conveyed a confident stance during the recent launch of the updated MX-5, emphasizing that “new competition” is “always welcome.” “We just need to do our
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The 2024 Toyota Prado has been seen testing in Bacchus Marsh, Victoria, showcasing new accessories that have excited enthusiasts. In right-hand drive, with rectangular headlights for the Australian market, the Prado featured a newly-designed snorkel, a colour-coded bull-bar in Tanami Taupe, a winch, and red-painted recovery points, likely to be part of Toyota’s genuine accessories
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Kia’s upcoming Tasman ute has generated excitement, especially with the recent sighting of a V6 prototype undergoing emission tests in California. Captured by KindelMedia, the prototype was found to house the 3.3-litre V6 Twin Turbo engine from the Kia Stinger, raising speculation about Kia’s intentions to rival high-performance utes like the Ford Ranger Raptor. Within
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Kia teased us with not one, not two, but three utes in a video released to its YouTube channel. At least one will be their upcoming diesel Tasman and one must be their EV9-based electric offering – so what is the third? Could it be a Hybrid? Could it be the full-sized (think Ford F150,
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