Truckpower July 2019 News Wrap

The nation’s most popular truck range turns 60

One of Australia’s most popular light range truck, the Isuzu N Series has just celebrated its 60^th anniversary. First introduced to Australia as the Elf in 1959, the range quickly became a local road transport staple and the core of the Isuzu offering—celebrated for its adaptability, durability, fuel efficiency and, of course, reliability. According to Isuzu Australia Limited’s (IAL) records, stretching back to 1972, total sales of N Series models equates to a staggering 111,300 vehicles, just over half of the brand’s total sales across all weight segments since that time. “There’s little doubt of the impact this light-duty truck model range has had on the success of the Isuzu brand both here in Australia and all over the world,” said IAL Chief Operating Officer, Andrew Harbison. FRR 107-210 Evergreen medium-duty F Series still the nation’s choice The monthly sales results are in and the iconic medium-duty F Series offering from Isuzu Trucks remains Australia’s favourite. The top choice of Australian businesses, the F Series continues to see steady year-to-date sales growth, with more than 1,400 units sold in the first half of this calendar year. For the month of June, Isuzu F Series sales peaked at 347 units, the best monthly performance since June 2018­—a record-breaking year for Isuzu Trucks and the broader truck market. Up against our nearest competitors, Isuzu’s medium-duty range has seen steady total market growth of almost 10 per cent from January 2019, confirming the brand’s enduring popularity. The truck range of choice for savvy customers, the Isuzu F Series promises to deliver. The NLR 55-150 Tri-Tipper is ready for you to win it. Takeway Truck Giveaway in full swing The opportunity to win a brand-new truck from Isuzu’s extensive N Series Ready-to-Work (RTW) range is almost coming to its end. If you haven’t already done so, the Isuzu Trucks Takeaway Truck Giveaway campaign is giving away an Isuzu RTW truck from the Tipper, Vanpack, Servicepack, Traypack and Tradepack line-ups. The prize pack also includes on-road costs, registration and 12-month servicing. “We’re incredibly excited to be giving one lucky customer the chance to experience Australia’s most popular truck range,” said John Walker, IAL Head of Marketing and Customer Experience. The giveaway ends on 31 July 2019, so click here to enter your details for a chance to win. It’s that simple! Full terms and conditions can be found on the Isuzu website.