The pick-up truck has been in existence for a long time with the first one dispatched from an assembly line as far back as 1925. Popular ever since, here’s a look at some aspects of the common pick-up truck which are often foolishly overlooked and needlessly underrated.
Features
This rather amazing vehicle is a great example of a piece of machinery that does what it says and more. As testament of their fantastic abilities, companies such as Great Wall have manufactured these vehicles for some time and are still experiencing success. In fact, the company has successfully completed the Dakar rally proving the reliability and strength of its vehicles and sells vehicles in over 100 countries worldwide.
Strength
Maybe pick-up trucks have become such a common player in the motor vehicle industry, that we almost take them for granted. The fact that they can carry people in comfort as well as heavy cargo, such as animals and machinery, in the back, shows their versatility and strength.
Great Wall Steed S
From towing heavy loads to carrying spring lambs, the pick-up truck can satisfy most of the demands that are thrown at it. Its off-road capabilities are legendary as is its payload and torque, meaning that pick-ups have the ability to pull heavy loads with ease.
Creature Comforts
The cabin is most definitely undervalued when it comes to features and these vehicles offer more than their fair share of creature comforts. Leather-heated seats are one feature you might find, which is a god-send on those cold winter mornings.
Some have cabins with a rear door containing childproof locks as well as remote central locking. If you have to stay on the road overnight, then the front seats recline to offer a comfortable place to doze for a few hours and you can always turn on the MP3 connection to play your favourite music well into the night.
Budget
Pick-ups from Great Wall start as low as £13,998 before VAT, and if you take all of the extras into account, this truly is a high performing budget car. Fuel consumption is low and the insurance band usually matches the affordability found in other motoring costs.
