NOVEMBER: TRUCK OF THE YEAR 2022

It’s been a thrilling 2022 here at Truck of the Year. This year we saw the special round of heritage trucks, celebrating 25 years of Truck of the Year Competition and 50 years of Isuzu trading trucks in Australia. The heritage round was a huge success and showcased long-time Isuzu fans and their beloved trucks. In the main monthly competition, N Series trucks and F Series trucks vied for attention and the top spots. We saw businesses of all sizes show us what they are made of and we even got to see Isuzu trucks used for recreation from camping to towing heavy caravans. There is nothing an Isuzu truck can’t do and we learnt this thanks to all the amazing entrants throughout 2022! This November the monthly prize goes to New Wave Concreting with their FRR 107-210 Tipper. They take home $300 worth of Isuzu Trucks merchandise and the chance to be named King of the F Series!

CONGRATULATIONS TO NEW WAVE CONCRETING THIS NOVEMBER

NEW WAVE CONCRETING

Luke Hinrichs of New Wave Concreting in Victoria is stoked with his FRR 107-210 Tipper. “My FRR is a vinyl wrapped head turner!” said Luke. “The way my Isuzu looks always creates inquiries and leads to more work.”

TELEVISION AGENCY OF SOUTH AUSTRALIA

Brad Mansfield showcased his 1985 F Series JCR which is used in production for the Television Agency of South Australia. “My Isuzu JCR is our outside broadcast truck and it’s been going strong for 37 years.” Further proof of the staying power of an Isuzu truck!

OUTTASITE MOBILE WELDING

Amanda Wass from Outtasite Mobile Welding in Tasmania proudly shows what her 2021 NPS 75-155 is capable of! “My Isuzu NPS has a custom tray made by a welder for a welder,” she said. The customisation of Isuzu trucks is one of the reasons they are Australia’s favourite truck.

BRIZSCAPES

Kylie Van de Graff from  Brizscapes based in sunny Brisbane in Southeast Queensland had so much to say about her NLR 45-150 Tipper. “Our Isuzu NLR 45-150 Tipper is fantastic for our landscape construction business. “We can transfer all our landscape materials and because of its compact size we are able to get into areas that others can't. With the narrow roads and small blocks within the new estates the little tipper allows us better access. “We also love Isuzu Care and night-time services which ensure we never have to go without our truck named Tipsy!”

CHEMCOURIERS

Jason Hughes of Chemcouriers in Queensland entered his pride and joy into the competition, his FVL 240-300 Auto. “My FVL has a 14-pallet mezzanine with a tailgate. It’s used for general freight as well as dangerous goods. “There’s nothing my FVL can’t handle.”

SIMPLISTIC CONSTRUCTION

Simon Graham of Simplistic Construction in Queensland wanted his NPR 45/55-155 Tradepack to shine! “I have upgraded from a ute and haven't looked back,” he said. “To be honest I'm unsure why more tradies haven't converted! “I constantly have people stop me and comment positively on my NPR’s set-up. “We designed the tools boxes to be built over a false floor between the tray and toolboxes. This provided flexibility and ability to carry all our tools, equipment and materials we need to complete our daily tasks. Plus the sub floor providing us with the ability to store materials and equipment under the toolboxes.” Acting like a mobile billboard Simon’s NPR has only brought in more business. “It helps to get many jobs over the line when we turn up for a job or quote with the NPR. The client knows we are serious about what we do and they are always impressed with our set-up.”

GRAB ONE WASTE MANAGEMENT

Andrew Powell from Grab One Waste Management based in Queensland just had to grab a FYJ 350-350 Auto because nothing less could get the job done. “My FYJ has a one-of-a-kind Cranab and hook lift,” said Andrew with glee.

SKILLED SERVICES GROUP

Simon Seivers from Skilled Services Group based in New South Wales came in with his NPS 75-155 AMT Crew that operates as a work and recreation vehicle. “Our NPS 75-155 is our family rig for towing and my work vehicle as well. “It’s always turning heads, on and off the site and we never have to worry whether its towing over the GCM (gross combination mass). “It's a whole world of fun.”

ECODYNAMICS

Chris Pearce from EcoDynamics in Keilor in Victoria sports a spiffy FYH 350-350 Auto with an eye-catching green and white wrap. “With very specific requirements for a machine that is one of only a handful in the country we needed a truck that was robust, comfortable and practical to use,” said Chris. “The FYH ticks all those boxes for our business. With the reputation for reliability and aftersales that comes with Isuzu trucks we had no hesitation in picking the FYH for this application. Our fleet already utilises FSRs and NPRs so we knew the quality of truck we would be getting would be second to none.” That Isuzu reliability comes through time and again.

BARMEL DIESEL SERVICES

Todd Barden from Barmel Diesel Services in Queensland makes the most of his versatile FSR 120-260 Auto in his operation. “I designed it to be one-of-a-kind,” said Todd. “I have always dreamt of a truck like it!”

GENKSPEED

Darren Young of Genkspeed based in Hobart in Tasmania entered his restored Isuzu truck with an outstanding wrap. “I’d imagine the paint scheme makes it a standout,” said Darren. A picture really says a thousand words!

TOWER DOGS

Jay Hampton of Tower Dogs in New South Wales showcased his stately NLS 45-150 Servicepack. “My NLS 45-150 has a nice service body with a 2000-watt inverter, dual battery system and cargo net on the back.” Perfect for the jobsite, a Servicepack is always ready to go at a moment's notice with everything needed to get the job done.

QUICKFIX

Kyle Fountain of Quickfix Towing in Cairns in North Queensland entered his ripper NPR! “It's a little rocket ship,” said Kyle. “Being an Isuzu truck, it will never let us down.”

FORDS PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

Darren Ford of Fords Property Maintenance in East Tamworth in New South Wales entered his NPR 45-155 MWB Tradepack. “When I think of my NPR I think of reliability and performance,” said Darren.

JPC AGRICULTURE AND DIESEL SERVICES

JPC Agriculture and Diesel Services and Joel Phillips of Tasmania entered this month’s competition with an impressive Isuzu truck with a smart black wrap. “My Isuzu is different from the rest,” said Joel. With an Isuzu truck by their side there is nothing the JPC team can't tackle!

EMU PARK REAL ESTATE

Tanya Edwards of Emu Park Real Estate in Queensland has entered her fantastic Isuzu truck into the fray. “It is perfect for styling houses,” said Tanya. “My Isuzu truck is a fantastic billboard to promote my business!”

WTD BUILDING SERVICES

Tony Dewis from WTD Building Services in Tambourine Mountain in Queensland has a stunning NLR 45-150 Servicepack-X. “Our Isuzu is the perfect set-up for our business”. The purchase of the brand new Servicepack-X was made happen by the fabulous team at Gold Coast Isuzu.

LEDGER AND CO EVENT HIRE

Brooke Ledger of Ledger and Co Event Hire based in Victoria entered her decked-out NPR 45-55-155 AMT MWB Tradepack. “It's the first truck for our boutique event hire business,” said Brooke. “It has significantly increased our ability to meet the needs and dreams of our clients while simplifying our logistic operations.”

MICHAEL SCIACCA

Michael Sciacca, a grey nomad from the Northern Territory, has his epic NPR 55-155 AMT SWB Tradepack on display. “The ability to access everything I need quickly and with ease whilst travelling around Australia with our caravan has made this truck a game changer for road-tripping.”

LOADERS MECHANICAL REPAIRS

Ben Loader of Loaders Mechanical Repairs based in Victoria cannot be happier with his NLR 45-150 Traypack. “I built it,” Ben stated with pride.

KING PRESSURE CLEANING

Jesse Wilkinson from King Pressure Cleaning in Queensland has entered the versatile NPR 45/55-155 Tradepack into the competition this month. “It’s versatile and has been specially set up to clean external buildings concrete,” said Jesse. “Plus it handles all things pressure cleaning.”

MAXIMUM PLUMBING SERVICE

Michael Curcio from Maximum Plumbing Service in New South Wales has his sweet NPR 45/55-155 TRADEPACK on display for November’s round! “I love my NPR,” said Michael. “It’s unique and a one-of-a-kind truck self-designed by me.”

POWERED INNOVATIONS

Martin Cordina of Powered Innovations in New South Wales showed off his NPR 65-190 MWB. “My truck is my office and workshop wherever I go,” said Martin. “It allows me to better service my customers and do the job at hand.”

JNA DEVELOPMENTS

Jonno Kvist from JNA Developments in New South Wales showcases his spick and span 2021 NPS 75-155 Crew. “My NPS has been custom-made to allow us to work and play around our beautiful country,” stated Jonno. “All the modifications have been done by the epic team at All Terrain Warriors in Queensland.” Keep your eye on the prize, as the Grand Prize winner and the Kings of N Series, F Series, FY/FX Series, and the People’s Choice Award, will be announced late December 2022 - early January 2023! You can read the terms and conditions here. Isuzu Truck of the Year, Australia’s longest running truck appreciation competition will be back in the new year with even more to offer.