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maltatoday, SUNDAY, 18 OCTOBER 2015 VIII Motoring Isuzu D-Max scoops another fleet award FOR the second year running, the Isuzu D-Max has won the 'Pick- Up Truck of the Year' prize at the Commercial Fleet Awards. The triumph was announced at the ceremony held at the International Centre in Telford. Stephen Briers, Commercial Fleet editor, commented, "Isuzu specialised in pick-ups with a net- work that understands the needs of fleets. The judges praised the D-Max's five year warranty, level of safety equipment and 3.5 tonne towing limit, and said that it is very competitive from a total cost of ownership perspective. As well as being a rugged performer and very capable off-road, the D-Max is equally at home on-road and delivers a comfortable, impressive driving experience." The prestigious annual Com- mercial Fleet Awards are highly regarded by motor manufactur- ers, supplier and fleet groups and individuals, since the judges base their selections on those who have achieved the highest possible level of excellence in their sector. The jury is made up of the Fleet News editorial team and experts from across the industry. The Isuzu D-Max is one of the most cost-effective pick-ups on the market with ultra-low insurance groups (8A to 10A), class-leading residual values and fuel economy (38.7 mpg combined), industry- leading fleet packages, all backed- up by the company's pioneering five-year / 125,000-mile warranty. The Isuzu D-Max is fitted with a super-efficient 2.5-litre twin- turbo diesel engine, producing 163 PS and 400 Nm of torque, is able to tow a class-leading 3.5-tonnes (braked) while still returning fuel economy of 38.7 mpg (combined), and is available with a six-speed manual or five-speed automatic transmission.