Nov 21, 2007, post by vanbag
Thinking about winter? Think about the new Toyota Hilux Artic pickup. The new Hilux arrives with a choice of common-rail turbo diesel engines; The 3.0 litre ensures responsive and refined acceleration in all gears whatever cargo you have in the back, and the more economical but equally impressive 2.5 litre can tow a braked trailer of 2250 kg without the slightest strain.
Most recently the pickup received some great press after the popular BBC motoring show Top Gear [Clarkson, Hammond and May], put it through its paces in its ‘indestructible’ test i.e. floating it out to sea- sort of! Putting it on top of a multi-story building before it was demolished and amazingly starting it with only the most basic of tools. Indestructible maybe but what’s new with the Artic? The latest version comes with two trim levels the HL2 and HL3. The first boasts body colour coding, matching fascia, air-con and MP3 CD radio system, all very nice with the HL3 having a touch of chrome plating, alloy wheels and side steps. If your in the brick-laying, landscaping, plastering or roofing trade then you couldn’t go far wrong with getting what still appears to be one of the most popular pickups in the U.K
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Nov 11, 2007, post by vanbag
The stylish new Vauxhall Vivaro has the ability to shift an awesome range of payloads (1043kg to 1271kg) thanks to its transmission and Euro 4 compliant turbo diesel engines. The line up includes the cost efficient 90PS and 115PS 2.0CDTI 16v units and the powerful 146PS 2.5 CDTI 16v engine. With these highly efficient engines and large tank capacity keeping the van on the road not in the garage it lead to the new Vivaro being crowned outright winner in the commercial vehicle category of the AA/ALD Commercial FleetWorld (2006) MPG Marathon.
It’s a great ride too! The rear suspension uses progressive-rate springs and gas dampers, which adapt to the vans payload giving a smooth drive with consistent and re-assured handling. The side doors can easily accommodate a standard Euro pallet and a flat load floor enables easy forklift access. With superb cab ergonomics and optional satellite navigation with LCD colour monitor, it’s a leader in its class. As the manufactures mentioned, ‘this Luton built contender continues to set the standard by which all medium vans are judged’. Its available with standard or high roof options, short or long wheelbases and now a ‘Combi’ derived nine-seater.
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