Pickup Trucks

Ford Australia's top dogs, the Ford Ranger and Everest, have just received a mid-life refresh that shakes things up under the hood while leaving most of their looks alone. It's a move that signals changing times for one of the country's best-selling vehicles.The exterior changes are subtle—new grille designs, fresh wheel styles on select models, and some new paint options. But let’s be clear: this is more about what lies beneath than what catches the eye from outside. The real news here is the departure of the popular 2.0-litre bi-turbo diesel engine in favor of a revised 2.0 single-turbo unit and an expanded range for the 3.0-liter V6.The switch to a more reliable but less powerful single-turbo setup is part of Ford's global strategy to simplify its lineup. While it might disappoint some ...