Video: Is the Fuso Canter the best company workhorse?
https://youtu.be/moW0MYCiXwE Looking for a vehicle that can handle more than your average ute? Join Richard Edwards as he reviews the Fuso Canter 6 1 6 tipper, a compact light truck suited for heavy work. With a GVM near 6 tonnes, it can haul over 3,300KG—well above typical double-cab ute capacity. Richard highlights the Canter’s practical features, including its steel tipper tray, dual-clutch transmission, and exhaust brake, making towing (up to 3500KG) smoother. Despite its robust...
Read moreDetailsMY23 LDV eDeliver 3 review
The compact LDV eDeliver 3 panel van first entered the New Zealand market in the first quarter of 2021, and...
Ford Tourneo Trend Review
The arrival of the all-new Ford Transit Custom in the New Zealand market also heralded the arrival of the Tourneo...
2023 LDV Deliver 9 Bigger review
Formerly known as Leyland DAF Vans and rebranded as LDV in 1994, the former British brand of light commercial vans...
Fiat Scudo returns to NZ, Ducato refreshed for 2025
Fiat Professional has returned the mid-size Scudo van to the New Zealand market. Orders are now being accepted for deliveries...
Mercedes-Benz is electrifying the V-Class as VAN.EA
Two disguised prototypes of the new Mercedes electric van are undergoing testing in Europe at present. The roofline is more...
Volkswagen’s new Multivan-Based California is Launching In Europe Soon
As mentioned last year, the all-new Volkswagen California is based on the Multivan and the full line-up will soon be...
New Volkswagen Transporter Hosts A Range of Powerplants
Volkswagen has unveiled the new T7 Transporter, with various powertrains and body styles available. That includes diesel, PHEV and battery electric drivetrains. New Transporter uses the underpinnings of the latest Ford Transit Custom. Overseas there will be various 2.0L turbodiesels, two of which (110kW and 125kW) will be available with 4Motion AWD. And the top diesel gets an eight-speed automatic transmission. The PHEV version uses a 2.5-litre petrol engine, an electric motor and a 16.5kWh lithium ion battery. There’s 171kW of system power that drives the front wheels. It is good for around 56km of emissions-free travel in town. ...
Read moreDetailsLDV Partners with CONZTRUCT Event Series
LDV New Zealand is proud to announce it is the official vehicle partner of the 2024 CONZTRUCT event series. This...
GWM Cannon Alpha Hybrid Ute is Coming Soon
GWM’s is adding the Cannon Alpha to its growing local product portfolio. The maxi-sized double-cab ute arrives in New Zealand...
The Toyota Hilux Champ is a $20k cheap truck for Thailand
Toyota has launched its new Hilux Champ in Thailand, a cute-looking cheap truck that "meets the needs" of local customers....
The Wuling E10 is the world’s cutest delivery truck
As city streets get smaller, vehicles that deliver much-needed goods to urban businesses will need to adapt accordingly. That's where...
2023 Peugeot e-Partner Long review
Peugeot’s electrification drive continues with its commercial division now offering battery powered vans here. First up is the e-Partner, the...
Isuzu partners with Honda to develop hydrogen fuel cell truck
Isuzu and Honda have today announced that they have signed a partnership agreement based on the decision to have Honda...
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