Iveco New Zealand launched its new S-Way and T-Way model ranges yesterday. It was the region’s first reveal of the new product.

Michael May, managing director Iveco Australia and New Zealand, says the S-Way and T-Way are a big part of the brand’s growth plans in the region.

“Not only is it the best-looking heavy truck in the market, but it’s leading the way with a new level of safety and performance enhancement. We also focussed on comfort, it’s all about the driver,” he says.

The S-Way will be available in 4×2, 6×2, 6×4, 8×4 and, for the first time, 10×4 configurations, powered by the Cursor 9, Cursor 11 and Cursor 13 range of engines. Power ratings include 265kW (360hp)/1650Nm, 338kW (460hp)/2150Nm, and 425kW (570hp)/2500Nm. All are coupled to ZF transmissions.

“We’ve kept the range quite simplistic, the combination of driveline is a winner,” says Pieter Theron, medium and heavy truck sales executive, Iveco New Zealand.

The new T-Way is offered in 4×4, 6×6, 6×4 and 8×4 configurations, with power options including the 268kW (360hp), 305kW (410hp), 335kW (450hp) and 380kW (510hp).

“The Trakker was a winner for us in the South Island, hopefully we can gain more market share in the North Island with the T-Way,” says Theron. “The T-Way is suitable for severe off road applications and the 410hp model is a benchmark in this sector.”

May adds: “Importantly, the combined package brings these trucks up to the next level.”

In this regard, the range offers a host of standard features, including:

• Meets Euro-6E emissions via Hi-SCR, which requires vehicle’s to be 100% emissions compliant from cold start.
• Multi-piece hybrid front bumper, which comprises plastic and steel components and reduces the cost of ownership and is easy to repair.
• Meets the latest European safety requirements, with technology such as adaptive cruise and full autonomous emergency braking.
• A driver assessment system that can be accessed via the Iveco mobile app.
• LED lights across the range, with cornering headlights.
• Eco-Roll and Eco Fleet mode, which allows the vehicle to be locked in its most fuel efficient mode.
• GPS Predictive Drive, which assess the road ahead and adapts the drivetrain for optimal fuel consumption.
• High-efficiency mirror design and slim, high-efficiency A-pillar reduces wind noise and keeps driver and passenger windows clean, while increasing visibility.
• Standard fridge and freezers, with interior layout focussed on the driver and connectivity for the driver.

All S-Way models for on-road applications have a 75,000km or 1500hour/12-month service interval. For off-road applications a shorter interval of 25,000km or 500 hours applies. Comprehensive service and maintenance contracts are available and Iveco can offer those up to seven years or 1,000,000km.

Look out for the April 2023 issue of New Zealand Trucking magazine for a full launch report.