Project Thirty Four Toyota Hi-Lux’s in the wild
Steve Gaunt of Project Thirty Four explained, “We use Hilux because it is the benchmark. There is no fragility; it has proved itself over decades of use and evolution.
“Our company test-teams go to Africa and Iceland each year to appraise the vehicles in volatile environments and the reason for most of our new AWD vehicles being Toyotas is their established reliability. We’ve found that a Toyota is always ready to embark on a 10,000-mile trip with just quick levels check, where with other brands you might need to be a little more cautious.
“Our own vehicles are sourced through Toyota and Lexus Fleet Services and a Toyota would be the only brand we would recommend, unless there was a specific customer requirement it couldn’t fulfil.”
Project Thirty Four is currently using the Hilux Extra Cab as its development vehicle, with a Hilux Invincible recruited for everyday duties.
The platform for Project Thirty Four’s development of Hilux is a Commercial Body conversion built to EU standards and endurance tested over more than 10,000 miles in two continents.
Neil Broad, General Manager Toyota and Lexus Fleet Services, added, “Project Thirty Four’s independent advocacy of Hilux’s strength and reliability is a great advert for the qualities that make it such a formidable performer.
“While Project Thirty Four’s specialised conversions are designed to deal with the most extreme driving conditions, the standard vehicle is ably equipped to tackle a great range of everyday business needs, as well being comfortable and well equipped for personal day-to-day use.”
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