As the construction boom continues across Australia, with demand for trades stronger than ever, Isuzu Trucks aims to convert tradies from utes to trucks with a compelling work-ready deal.
Recent Federal Government statistics show that just shy of 70,000 new tradies joined the industry between November 2022 and 2023, while the total workforce grew to 1,347,500 – behind only health care.
With demand growing for productive work vehicles, Isuzu Trucks has announced a deal on its premium trade-centric model, the 4,500 kg Gross Vehicle Mass (GVM) Ready-to-Work NLR 45-150 Traypack.
The car-licence suitable NLR 45-150 AMT SWB Traypack is available for $62,990 until June 30, with a bonus $3,500 to spend on accessories or service agreements, providing tradies with a fit-for-purpose light-duty truck at a price that is on-par with popular dual-cab ute options.
Head of Sales at Isuzu Australia Limited (IAL), Craig White, says the offer is aimed at operators new to the sector who are looking to streamline their operating costs.
“It’s a commonly held belief that you need a rigid vehicle licence to drive a truck, but that’s simply not the case for many models in our light-duty range, which includes the Ready-to-Work NLR 45-150 Traypack,” said Mr White.
“At this 4.5-tonne GVM mark, there are no additional driver training costs, plus all the benefits of owning a light truck as opposed to a traditional ute or van. More payload, increased towing capacity, better visibility and better suitability for all manner of trades.
“The savings continue through to the bonus $3,500 which can be spent on further parts or accessories upgrades or a service agreement package to streamline the monthly budget and assist in reducing the whole-of-life cost of owning a commercial vehicle.”
Combined with a six-year warranty (covering cab chassis) and three years on the body equipment, as well as six years of 24/7 roadside assist— it’s a complete package for tradies.
Mr White outlines the various benefits of a light-duty truck, which is designed to run around the clock undertaking commercial duties, over a comparative dual-cab ute.
“There’s incredible demand for tradespeople and services across a gamut of industries right now, which extends to increased demand on their associated capital equipment,” said Mr White.
“The NLR 45-150 AMT SWB Traypack not only has more load space compared to a regular ute, it also can carry a substantial 1,000 kg of additional weight, with a much greater legal towing capacity.
“That means more tools and materials on-board and fewer trips back to base, and all in a vehicle specifically engineered to get this work done day in and day out.
“It’s these real-time savings that add up to better value and better efficiency for trade businesses over the long run,” he said.
