Foton TruckMate 1-Ton Tested: Drag Race, Skidpan & Economy at Gerotek | Epic Encounters

1-TON WORKHORSE SHOWDOWN 💪

Spring test day at Gerotek! We put the Foton TruckMate through real-world trials:

⚡ Unloaded vs loaded (1-ton) drag race
🌀 Skidpan agility & emergency maneuvers
⛽ 45km economy run at 120 km/h
🧰 Walkaround: drop-sides, box body, cabin practicality & daily comfort
Is this the NP200 gap-filler SA’s been waiting for?

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Chapters – Epic Encounter: Foton TruckMate

0:00 – Spring test day setup at Gerotek
0:33 – Why this matters: life after NP200 + TruckMate overview (drop-side & box body)
1:10 – Test plan with Grant McCleery: ride/handling, comfort & safety kit
2:40 – How Gerotek works (banked oval, altitude, climate)
3:40 – Loaded vs Unloaded plan (1-ton on board)
4:36 – Drag Race 1: Unloaded vs Loaded
6:45 – Drag Race 2: Swap drivers & debrief
7:36 – Takeaway: performance feel with/without payload
8:22 – Skidpan jump-corner challenge (driver training logic)
9:12 – Grant’s timed run (coaching notes)
10:41 – Michael’s timed run (smooth - speed)
11:53 – Fuel Economy Test setup: 15 laps = 45 km @ 120 km/h
12:31 – On-board impressions at speed (NVH, gearing)
15:59 – Results & driver discipline tips (cost per km reality)
18:25 – Winner revealed & bragging rights
18:49 – Walkaround: 1.5L NA 3-cyl (82 kW/142 Nm), cabin & controls
20:22 – Drop-sides in action: flat-fold openings & no wheel-arch intrusion
23:10 – Segment talk: pricing under R250k vs used alternatives
24:19 – Verdict: ride quality loaded/unloaded & value case
28:40 – Final word: TruckMate creates the new high ground

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