Isuzu tops for 32nd year

On the back of a challenging year for retail trade, Isuzu Trucks is celebrating its position at the top of the Australian truck market, marking 32 consecutive years as overall truck market leader.

Given the recent restrictions to regular operations, including significant disruption to international and local supply chains, the achievement is impressive.

According to IAL National Sales Manager, Les Spaltman, Isuzu Trucks’ 32-year milestone has been accomplished using a combination of astute planning and Isuzu’s formula of supporting local businesses with fit-for-purpose transport solutions.

“It’s been a notable year for our brand’s history. Thirty-two years at the top of an extremely competitive truck market is a fantastic feat and we’re very proud of all involved.

“But we acknowledge too, it has been a challenging time for many of our customers, our dealer network and the wider trucking industry.

“Our focus has been supporting the dealer network in safe operations and supporting essential businesses wherever we can, keeping their trucks out on the road.

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“Although the path forward has been uncertain at times, one thing has never been clearer…we are what we do,” Mr Spaltman continued.

“We’ll reflect on our position as Australia’s truck market leader but will continue to deliver results for our customers all over the country. We’re feeling optimistic about the year ahead,” Mr Spaltman added.

For a full rundown of the sales figures for 2020 click here.

IAL Director and Chief Operating Officer, Andrew Harbison, commented further on the industry’s performance during 2020.

“The commercial vehicle market has proven to be admirably robust through some trying circumstances,” he said.

“I would like to acknowledge the impact of the government’s economic stimulus, in particular, the instant asset write-off and accelerated depreciation measures, which we know assisted many businesses in the sector and many other industries too.

“Last year certainly brought home the need to work together as an organisation and throughout the broader road transport industry—to find new and collaborative ways of doing business,” Mr Harbison concluded.