Toyota LandCruiser Prado

VFACTS November 2022: HiLux back on top as SUVs outsell LCVs

Sales climb again in November with most brands experiencing growth, and SUVs proving particularly popular

New Toyota Prado due mid-2023 with hybrid powertrains, new looks

Japanese reports suggest an updated LandCruiser Prado is coming mid next year packing hybrid power

Toyota sued in class action over alleged diesel emissions defeat devices

Madden Lawyers launched the class action against the auto giant

VFACTS September 2022: Supply boost gives car brands bumper month – with Tesla Model Y nabbing a top 10 spot

Almost all the big brands enjoyed greater sales numbers in August after a tough year so far

VFACTS August 2022: Brighter skies emerge for new car sales

Almost all the big brands enjoyed greater sales numbers in August after a tough year so far

Towing: How much can my large SUV tow?

The ability to tow bigger loads is one of the primary ‘reasons for purchase’ of large SUVs, so we’ve compiled a handy guide just how much the most popular mainstream models can haul

VFACTS July 2022: Market up, Toyota dominates with strong HiLux and RAV4 sales

The Australian new car market has recovered from a rough June, but it's not clear sailing yet

Australia's best-selling cars, SUVs and utes in 2022

With six months down and another six to go, we take a look at which models are leading their respective sales races

VFACTS June 2022: Toyota HiLux leads the way for 4x4s, sells more than double its rivals

A stellar month for Toyota's HiLux has moved it into a stronger lead over the Ford Ranger

VFACTS June 2022: New-car sales drop to lowest point in over a decade, Toyota remains on top

A tough June for carmakers has resulted in the lowest sales figures since 2011

Toyota and Lexus cut July production by 50,000 units

The world's biggest manufacturer continues to suffer from parts shortages

Toyota launches appeal against $2 billion DPF compensation case

Toyota Australia may have to compensate customers who bought HiLux, Fortuner, or Prado models between 2015 and 2020

VFACTS May 2022: New car sales labour towards one million

Australia’s new-car market posted a small year-on-year swing towards negative growth in May’s election month, with continuing gains for ‘green’ cars and an even greater majority for the Toyota party

VFACTS April 2022: New car sales slump as supply chains break

The new car market is recording higher sales than pre-pandemic levels, but last year's April hasn't been beaten

Federal Court finds Toyota misled customers on DPF defect

Toyota Australia may have to compensate customers who bought HiLux, Fortuner, or Prado models between 2015 and 2020

VFACTS March 2022: New car sales return to form as Tesla reports figures

Despite supply chain issues, the industry has recorded its strongest March sales since 2018

VFACTS February 2022: Market begins to recover in spite of ongoing delays

The strongest post-COVID February has seen some familiar models at the top of the sales charts

Boot sizes of Australia’s favourite SUVs

Not all SUVs are created equal when it comes to the cargo department

2025 Toyota Prado: Lexus Electrified SUV concept could see new Prado go electric

Following images of the Lexus Electrified SUV, some are suggesting it could share roots with the next Prado

VFACTS January 2022: Chinese brands thrive as luxury vehicles suffer

MG, GWM Haval and LDV made big gains in January as premium brands and high-end mainstream vehicles struggled with global supply issues

2023 Toyota LandCruiser Prado: Facelift due in August

Rumours suggest an all-new Prado has been pushed 2024, with a facelift model set to fill the gap

VFACTS: Ford Ranger takes 4x4 sales crown for 2021

Despite the Toyota HiLux being the best-selling car for the year, the Ranger was the preferred 4x4

VFACTS December 2021: Toyota HiLux number one again as new-car sales pass one million

Worst December sales since 2008 – but enough to push new-car market past the one-million mark as Toyota wins the ute battle with Ford

Toyota 'could resume production in December' thanks to new parts supply

Fresh stock availability should allow the Japanese car giant to hit its nine million vehicle target by end of March