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If you’ve been searching for the best Next-Gen Ford Ranger upgrades, this guide breaks down the key mods we recommend to boost capability, comfort, and durability on- and off-road. A next-gen Ford Ranger built by BAW - lifted, loaded with accessories, and ready for anything. Looking to build the ultimate Next-Gen Ranger? Whether it’s your weekend escape vehicle or your full time tourer, these 5 essential upgrades will take your setup from stock to seriously capable - and a wh

(UPDATED: To include pricing and new specs.) Ford just dropped the covers on what might be the most serious factory ute Australia’s ever seen - the 2026 Ford Ranger Super Duty. And no, it’s not just a Ranger with a tough name. This thing’s been built from the ground up to go toe-to-toe with the big boys: 4500kg towing, 4500kg GVM, 8000kg GCM, and enough grunt to make a V6 RAM sweat. - Let’s get into it! 4500kg towing. 8000kg GCM. The new Ford Ranger Super Duty cab-chassis is

When it comes to beefed-up utes like the Ford Ranger Raptor, Toyota Hilux GR Sport, and RAM 1500 TRX, enthusiasts often hit a roadblock: GVM (Gross Vehicle Mass) upgrades aren't an option for these sporty variants. Let's dive into why this is the case and explore some alternatives for those needing more payload capacity.​ STILL CHOOSING YOUR NEXT UTE? Before you buy, check out the GVM upgrades options for utes that can be legally upgraded. Explore our Ford Ranger GVM upgrades

When we set out to build the BAW Ford Ranger, we had one mission – to create a Next-Gen Ford Ranger that would be the ultimate showcase of what’s possible with the right modifications. This wasn’t just about throwing parts at a truck; we wanted to build something that was practical, capable, and tough, while still being comfortable enough to daily drive. So, we got to work, choosing only the best components to turn this Ranger into the perfect all-rounder – a rig that could h

The 2025 Ford Ranger PHEV is set to hit Australian roads in mid-2025, bringing a plug-in hybrid option to the country’s best-selling ute. It promises lower fuel consumption, electric driving modes, and the same 3500kg towing capacity as its diesel siblings. Sounds good on paper—but with a hefty price tag and a few controversial changes, is this the hybrid ute Aussies have been waiting for? Let’s dive into what you need to know about the new Ranger PHEV. Fancy a hybrid ute? Th

The Ford Ranger is already a legend Down Under, outselling everything in its path. But come 2026, Ford is stepping up the game with the Ranger Super Duty, a tougher, more capable version of the beloved ute that promises to redefine "work-ready" vehicles. Built with fleet operators, miners, and tradies in mind, this beast of a truck is here to do what other midsize utes can’t. So, is the Super Duty ready to muscle its way into Australia’s ute hierarchy? Let’s break it down. Ra

At BAW Automotive, we’re no strangers to top-tier 4x4 builds, but there’s something uniquely satisfying about transforming a Ford Ranger into a fully-equipped beast. Recently, we had the pleasure of working on a Ford Ranger Wildtrak sent to us all the way from Victoria, and Brent can’t stop raving about it. Here's a few reasons why we love doing a full build on a Ford Ranger, what makes these utes the ideal canvas for off-road magic, and why this Wildtrak might be our best ye