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Find out more about how road tax will be affected and how you can save hundreds of pounds
What is changing?
From 1st April 2017, road tax will be increasing by £140 as a standard rate on all vehicles per year, with an additional charge of £310 for any vehicles worth over £40,000. Further details can be found on the government new vehicle tax rates page.
How will this impact me?
Toyota Gazoo Racing surpassed all expectations on its FIA World Rally Championship debut, with Jari-Matti Latvala taking second place on the Rallye Monte-Carlo on Sunday.
The All New Toyota PROACE has proved itself the pick of the medium duty van market, winning both its category and the overall LCV of the Year title in the 2016 What Van? awards, hosted in London on 13th December 2016.
Speaking for the award judges, James Dallas, What Van? Editor, said: “This outstanding, innovative van represents a leap forward compared to its predecessor and deserves to establish Toyota as a major player in the crucial medium van sector.”
Toyota is extending customer choice and opening up a completely new market proposition with its all-new range of Proace Vans. A choice of two grades, three body sizes and two wheelbase lengths are available, together with different body styles that take Proace Van into all areas of the medium duty van (MDV) segment for the first time.
The new 2016 Toyota Hilux, unveiled at the 2016 Geneva motor show, is the latest link in the chain of exceptional Hilux models dating back to 1968.
It offers an even tougher chassis, enhanced 4×4 capability, practicality and functionality, better safety features and an even more appealing cost of ownership – not to mention the new styling and improved comfort.
Here’s our rundown of exactly what’s changed for the new Hilux compared with the outgoing model.
Engine and powertrain
With its reputation for reliability and true 'go-anywhere' capabilities, the Toyota Land Cruiser holds a special place in the hearts of many. We cast an eye over some of the astonishing achievements that have helped to secure its place in automotive history.
1. Enjoying years of success in the Dakar Rally
To rally fans, 'Dakar' means 'Hard'. Fortunately, the Land Cruiser likes a challenge, and consequently, the famously reliable 4x4 has a long history of success in the gruelling 15-day, 5,280 mile desert race.
A new Euro 6 compliant version of the 1.4D-4D has found its way into the Toyota Yaris.
As can be expected from any new engine, consumption is down, with CO2 emissions starting from as low as 89g/km. But at the same time, the engine promises better driveability – and that is less common in low-CO2 cars.