Toyota has upgraded its Land Cruiser 70 Series range with new double cab versions and improved safety across the line-up.

The new double cab body style joins the single cab, hard top (or Troop Carrier) and wagon. Like the single cab, the double cab cab-chassis will be offered in standard and LX grades. The hard top is available exclusively in standard grade, while the wagon has LX specifications.

The key safety feature is the adoption of ABS anti-lock brakes on all models. The ABS will operate when the vehicle is in H2 and H4 modes, except when the optionally available differential locks are engaged. Rear brakes have changed from drum type to disc type to support the ABS operation.

Toyota New Zealand General Manager of Product Planning, Neeraj Lala said, “Land Cruiser 70 has a fantastic reputation in New Zealand as a work horse that’s invaluable in many commercial and rural communities. We know there’s been local conversion of the short wheelbase wagon variant to turn it into a double cab with cab-chassis, so we’re pleased to announce that a factory-made longer wheelbase version is now available.”

It seems like a lifetime ago since Nick Marer blew us all away with his astounding 2.5L/100km drive around the Prius Challenge course.

Since then many have tried, but no one else has managed to topple Nick off his throne as the Bowater Toyota Eco Driving King!

As a reward for being such a nice bloke, and a very eco minded driver, we gave him the use of the Prius C for a week to go where ever he wanted. When he rocked up with his wife April and casually mentioned the Ruapuna Speedway, a few nervous chuckles were heard. Nick has also gained the unenviable reputation of a NZ land speed record holder in his own Prius, captured in all it's glory on a massive speeding ticket!

Fear not we thought, as Nick and April drove off into the sunset about to embark on an East Coast Prius Roadtrip.

April did the driving and was very impressed with the low fuel use, even compared to their bigger engined "normal" Prius.

Is Al mad? Tony is away and Al and Nigel have gone nuts - they are slashing prices and doing all sorts of crazy deals, but for this week only!

 If yoou are in the market for a new car, then this week is the week to come and do a deal, before Tony gets back or before Al and Nigel lose their nerve!
Feel like saving around $7000 on a brand new 2012 2WD white double cab Turbo Hilux - then this is your lucky day! There are only 5 available for $32,200 (+gst & orc) which is a saving of close to $7000! Madness! What is Tony going to say when he gets back?

All new cars sold this month also get the amazing Toyota 5 Star Talent deal - thats 5 years of benefits! 5 years worth of AA Roadside Service, 5 years of free Servicing, 5 Years Warranty, 5 years of WOF checks and $500 off Toyota Insurance.