Isuzu Trucks has announced the winners of the annual Grandmaster awards; the accolade presented to the best performing dealerships in the nationwide network.

CAL Isuzu Hamilton was announced as the winning metropolitan dealer, while Robertson Isuzu in Palmerston North claimed the title as the best regional dealer.

Ashok Parbhu, dealer principal of CAL Isuzu Hamilton, was thrilled that his dealership was recognised as a Grandmaster.

“We are humbled to receive this recognition, which has been achieved by a truly dedicated sales, parts, and service teams,” said Parbhu. “Without the support that these teams provide to our customers, we would not have achieved this award for the seventh consecutive year.‘

Terry Kurvink, dealer principal of Robertson Isuzu, was similarly honoured to receive the Grandmaster award.

“I am extremely proud of our people, their commitment and efforts are reflected in what we were able to achieve in such a challenging year,” said Kurvink.

The Grandmaster award winners were selected based on vehicle and parts sales, service, customer satisfaction, facility standards, commitment to technical training through to administration considerations.

“The success of these dealers contributes to the outstanding performance of Isuzu Trucks in New Zealand, resulting in 21 consecutive years as the best-selling truck brand in the country,” said Dave Ballantyne, general manager of Isuzu Trucks New Zealand.