For the first time in years, the classic Toyota HiLux has some serious competition in the tradie ute market. The Next-Gen Ford Ranger has faced tremendous demand ever since it was introduced in Australia, pushing the manufacturer to increase production to meet supply issues. With a continued push for more tradie work, you may be
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Are you a tradie looking for a new work vehicle to keep your business on the road? Then you’re probably deciding between a ute or a van. Both are reliable workhorses that will serve the typical tradesperson quite well for several years. However, each also has its own advantages and disadvantages depending on the requirements
As a tradie, your ute or van is essentially a mobile office for your business. It’s where all your tools are located and what most of your clients see when you arrive at the job site. Adding the right accessories and specifications to your vehicle, can ensure that your tradie business stays on the road
If you are a veteran of the tradie industry, then it’s more than likely that you’ve heard the age-old debate of petrol vs diesel. It’s often the case that people will swear by diesel fuel as being the perfect fit for utes. However, looking past specific biases and examining their differences can reveal that each
Thanks to their recognisable design, host of features and range of models, utes have become synonymous with the tradie lifestyle across Australia. In particular, the Toyota HiLux and Ford Ranger have grown to be two of the most popular utes in the industry over the past few years. As each model has continued to evolve,
For a second, let us put aside the ‘Foreman’ 4×4 Ute class that is clearly the trending vehicle of the last 5 years and let’s review a Tradie Ute, the Toyota Hilux Workmate. Tradies need a work horse, that is a given. Some of you are knocking over 100 Kms a day or more. Managing






