Volkswagen Transporter Scoops Global Best Van Award
The latest generation Volkswagen Transporter has added another gong to its growing trophy cabinet after scooping the Best LCV title at the Best Cars of the Year (Best COTY) awards.
The annual ceremony – also referred to as the New Car World Championship – hands out prizes in 11 categories and draws upon a list of entries from around the world, including models not sold in the UK and Europe.
With one of these awards dedicated to the commercial vehicle industry, the Volkswagen Transporter reigned supreme by picking up the Best LCV title from an international longlist.
What makes this particularly award stand out from other high-profile ceremonies – such as the forthcoming International Van of the Year prize – is the winners are not only decided by a panel of journalists and industry specialists, but also the general public to give it some real-world credence.
Commenting on the award, Mike Rutherford, Founder of Best Cars of the Year, said: "Legend is an overused word in the vehicle design, manufacturing and retailing world. But it's no exaggeration to say that Transporter has earned legendary status for itself over the last 75 years. And deservedly so.
"Transporter's range of body styles and state-of-the-art powertrains is wide. Its appeal to drivers and passengers of all ages, classes, professions and lifestyles is extensive. It has a proven track record of being a highly durable, dependable, long-lasting vehicle that tends to hold its value well. And in its latest, seventh-generation guise, it really does drive more like a quality car than a mere workhorse van."
Eve Tyers, Head of Marketing at Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, added: “It’s great to see our new Transporter family selected as the ‘Best LCV range’ on the market by such an esteemed judging panel.
“As we celebrate 75 years of the Transporter, the continued recognition of the vehicle goes to show its enduring popularity and practicality as the perfect companion for van drivers everywhere.”
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