Can any individual or company compete with SHB Hire in its long-term devotion to the Toyota Hilux?
The Hampshire-based national vehicle hire and management specialist has purchased around 7,000 Hilux models since the all-wheel drive version was introduced in 1979 – a figure that makes SHB Hire one of the model’s most loyal supporters.
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The company’s current fleet of all-wheel drive models is already one of Europe’s largest, and there appears to be no let-up in demand either. During 2018, managing director Paul Street plans to set a new record with potentially 800 more pick-ups being added to the total.
Toyota’s Neil Broad (left) with SHB Hire’s managing director Paul Street (right)
When you are in the market for a pick-up that needs to earn its keep in tough situations, there really is only one choice
“We are very proud of our heritage, something which the Toyota Hilux has played such a big part of,” remarked Mr Street. “SHB purchased its first Hilux back in 1979 and our relationship with Toyota throughout all these years has remained extremely positive. Toyota remains a very reliable and robust proposition for our customers in a very competitive space.”
Neil Broad, general manager of Toyota’s fleet services, commented: “While our fleet managers may have changed over the years since SHB first became a Toyota customer, Hilux has remained consistent in its famous quality, reliability and durability. SHB knows that when you are in the market for a pick-up that needs to earn its keep in tough situations, there really is only one choice.”
Learn more: History of the Toyota Hilux
Do the Hilux have Citroen engines like your vans?
Hi Desmond,
Thanks for getting in touch.
The Hilux and Land Cruiser share the same family of engines which are Toyota 100% and specifically developed for the Land Cruiser and Hilux platforms only.
Thanks.