Order books open this week for the 2024 Toyota Hilux range, led by the new Hilux GR Sport II.

More details of the all-new Light Duty Land Cruiser 250 have emerged…

I don’t think it would presumptuous of me to assume that everyone reading this will know what the Toyota Hilux is, after all, it’s been with us for over 50 years, and in that time has gained an enviable reputation for both ruggedness and reliability.

So what’s with the GR Sport moniker?

Based on the recently launched 2.8 litre Invincible X Double Cab, the new Hilux AT35 features a host of extensive chassis, suspension, handling and styling upgrades typical of an Arctic Truck build.

Maybe it’s the 4x4 enthusiast in me, but I hadn’t even left the carpark and I was smitten…

Toyota's best selling pickup is now in its 8th incarnation and ready to take on the world. I was going to write that there are so many improvements to the new Hilux that you would need a short break in the Lake District to read about them all, but that…