Volkswagen Transporter Is Crowned 'Best Van Of The Year'

BOTANY, AUSTRALIA – Jun 2, 2010: The Volkswagen Transporter was awarded the trophy as ‘Best Van of the Year’ in the 2010 Delivery Magazine Awards. The award was officially announced at a function in Melbourne yesterday.

The updated Transporter range went on sale in April this year and represents a great value package when it comes to safety and innovative technology. On offer with three different engines as well as the optional award-winning DSG gearbox from Volkswagen, it suits any budget and requirements.

“The Transporter has been a global success since 1947 and can rely on its excellent German engineering as well as the latest technological innovations the Volkswagen brand has to offer,” said Mr Phil Clark, Director of Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles. “I am very pleased to receive this award as a reflection of the convincing features offered in our successful Volkswagen Transporter.”

Managing Editor and publisher of Delivery Magazine, Mr Chris Mullett, said “Volkswagen has once again moved to the head of the pack in light commercial vehicles. It has improved engine and fuel efficiency, reduced emissions, added higher safety levels and achieved all these goals in a package that illustrates the company reputation for quality and driveability.”