Tavcor Commercial Vehicles have stepped in to assist PwC Great Zuurberg Trek route director Rob Hayter this year as he prepares the route for the Eastern Cape mountain biking classic.
Taking place in the mountainous Zuurberg region in Addo, about 70km from Port Elizabeth, the supplying of a double-cab Amarok has allowed Hayter to ensure the route is in top-class condition for the event from May 26 to 28.
Covering nearly 200km over three days, he said the trails reached some remote areas, which you could only access in a 4×4 vehicle capable of handling the rugged conditions.
Tavcor Commercial Vehicle sales executive Donovan Austin (left) hands over the Amarok double cab to PwC Great Zuurberg Trek route director Rob Hayter. Photo: Supplied
“In the past we had to hire or borrow a vehicle to do the work needed,” said Hayter.
“But now I can get to most places in the Addo Elephant National Park, as well as the many isolated areas, so from that point of view it is a massive help.”
Clearing the route and making sure it was clearly marked meant he often traversed rough conditions, and he said the vehicle had simplified their tasks.
“We feel there is good value for them,” said Hayter, who is in the building trade. “I do a lot of driving in the farming areas in the Sundays River Valley, which gives the vehicle much exposure.”
Tavcor Commercial Vehicles sales executive Donovan Austin said they had decided to become involved after discussions with event co-founder Trevor Hayter.
“The Amarok is the ideal vehicle for the adventurous outdoor person, giving you great driving pleasure, both on and off-road.
“In addition the race is held in an area which gives us really good exposure locally and nationally.
Besides the route director’s vehicle, Austin said they would further support the race by providing several vehicles to the race organisers during the event.
