29/05/2026
They can climb every mountain and ford every stream β but can they survive the taxman? ποΈπ§
Pick-up trucks have long been Britainβs ultimate dual-purpose workhorses, offering enough plush comfort and technology to easily double as a rugged family car.
However, the Governmentβs introduction of the βdouble-cab pick-up taxβ means four-door models are now treated as cars for tax purposes, making them far more expensive to run as company vehicles.
Single-cab trucks still keep their cheaper commercial vehicle status, but which setup actually makes the most sense for your lifestyle or business in 2026?
Our expert road testers have extensively rated the latest models on everything from towing and payload to off-road refinement. π οΈπ
Are you planning to stick with a double-cab despite the tax changes, or will you be switching to a single-cab workhorse? Let us know your thoughts in the comments! π
Pick-up trucks are the ultimate do-it-all vehicles β they can go anywhere, carry pretty much anything, tow, and provide comfortable family transport. Here we name the best