ISUZU D-MAX PICK-UP COLLECTS 14TH ‘BEST PICK-UP’ AWARD 2026 FROM TRADE VAN DRIVER

• Isuzu D-Max is recognised as ‘Best Pick-Up’ for 14^th consecutive year by industry magazine Trade Van Driver
• D-Max described as “… a tour de force that has challenged the biggest manufacturers’
• With a payload of over one tonne on both diesel and electric models and optional single cab specification on the D-Max 2.2 diesel, Isuzu D-Max addresses tax and VAT legislation  
• D-Max now available in both 2.2 diesel engine and electric vehicle powertrains

The Isuzu D-Max has scooped its 14^th consecutive award from Trade Van Driver magazine, which recognised the indomitable pick-up for its payload in excess of one tonne, 3.5-tonne towing capacity, rugged good looks as well as its tax-efficient commercial vehicle status. 

The Isuzu D-Max has collected the ‘Best Pick-up’ accolade every year since the awards’ inception, endorsing the D-Max’s workhorse capabilities across commercial, utility and rural environments.

Collecting the trophy from editor David Johns, Managing Director at Isuzu UK, Alan Able said, “We’re delighted the Isuzu D-Max maintains its position at the pinnacle of pick-up models: there’s never been a more exciting future for D-Max than now. With a new 2.2 litre diesel engine as well as an all-new fully electric vehicle, both D-Max models deliver the requisite payload and towing capabilities that put the Isuzu pick-up at the top of its game, appealing to independent professionals as well as larger fleets.”

Matthew Eisenegger, Editor for Commercial Vehicle Media and Publishing said on behalf of the judges, “ Once again the mighty Isuzu D-Max scoops this prize, as it has done every year since the Trade Van Driver Awards started 14 years ago. We’ve watched as Isuzu has grown from being a small player in the sector to a tour de force that has challenged the biggest manufacturers. The newest D-Max model has been designed the beat the UK’s new taxation laws and Isuzu will be among the first to put an electric pick-up on sale. A worthy winner indeed in the judges’ eyes.”

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ABOUT ISUZU
Isuzu was founded in 1916 in Japan and started importing vehicles to the UK in 1987, starting with the legendary Isuzu Trooper model.

In 2026, the Isuzu D-Max pick-up range is leading the charge, either powered by the new 2.2 diesel engine or the zero-tailpipe emission BEV (Battery Electric Vehicle) powertrain, the UK’s first fully capable battery electric pick-up.

With towing capabilities of 3.5 tonnes, a payload that exceeds 1 tonne, and renowned 4x4 technology, the D-Max range is suitable for those who need a reliable pick-up for their everyday business requirements.  Isuzu has earned a reputation as ‘The Pick-up Professionals’ and aims to meet the individual needs of every customer, with its pick-up range that is tough, strong, and built to go the distance.