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About Anthony Hood
Anthony is an avid motor enthusiast. His interests lie in street rods, drag racing, 4WDriving and camping, burn out competitions, circuit racing and hill climbs. He is our resident hoon. Married with two children and a qualified diesel mechanic and fitter he brings a very laid back approach to reviewing vehicles.
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Ssangyong Introduces its New Actyon Dual Cab Ute Range

March 23, 2012 Anthony Hood

The new Ssangyong Actyon Sports Ute range has undergone a dramatic makeover inside and out, with the vehicle now boasting a totally new style and the title of Australia’s most fuel-efficient dual cab utility. […]

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Volkswagen Amarok Canyon concept

March 7, 2012 Anthony Hood

Amarok Canyon – Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles is presenting a version of the Amarok pick-up at the Geneva International Motor Show […]

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2012 Nissan Navara Range

February 29, 2012 Anthony Hood

Hot on the heels of the expanded 2012 Navara D40 range, Nissan will introduce a new 2WD ST Dual Cab Diesel model as well as specification upgrades across the entry-level Navara RX range. […]

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Mazda changes our perception with the BT-50 Review

December 19, 2011 Anthony Hood

When you’re looking for a workhorse you don’t really think of Mazda. You know they are there but you don’t really take them seriously when compared to the big 3 […]

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2012 Mazda BT-50 Launch Review

October 20, 2011 Anthony Hood

When you’re looking for a workhorse you don’t really think of Mazda. You know they are there but you don’t really take them seriously when compared to the big 3. Now things are about to change with the release of the new BT-50. […]

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Mitsubishi Triton GLX-R 4WD Dual Cab Ute Review

January 24, 2011 Anthony Hood

The vehicle on test is a Mitsubishi Triton GLX-R dual cab turbo diesel fitted with the 5 speed sports auto, super select transfer case, rear diff lock and MMCS (Mitsubishi Multi Communication System).
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Mitsubishi’s Three-Tonne Towing Range, Triton and Challenger

October 27, 2010 Anthony Hood

Mitsubishi’s Three-Tonne Towing Range now includes the Pajero, Triton and Challenger to cope with the well known fact that Australians love the outdoors. […]

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