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Toyota Hiace Minibus 2014 model clocks 1 million kilometres in Qatar

Published: 23 Aug 2021 - 08:56 am | Last Updated: 27 Oct 2021 - 07:23 pm
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Doha: Toyota Hiace Minibus, 2014 Year Model used by United Readymix Company has set a unique record of completing 1 million kilometres and is still running strong.  

United Readymix was founded in the year 2006 with its headquarters in the island adjacent to the Pearl Qatar. United Readymix is a joint venture between United Development Company QSC and Besix/Six Construct, the biggest Belgian group specialized in the construction of buildings, infrastructure, environmental projects and roads. 

Toyota vehicles are known to have the utmost build quality on which one can rely. The brand promise of Toyota, Quality, Durability and Reliability (QDR) falls no short when it comes to its cars. 

Toyota brand promise is built on two pillars namely ‘Peace of mind’ and ‘Waku Doki’. ‘Waku Doki’ translates to ‘a feeling of heart-pumping excitement’. These cars are fun to drive, stylish in every aspect, connected to youth and are a mirror reflection of Kaizen or the innovation.


General Manager of United Readymix Firas Saideen

Speaking on this achievement, General Manager of United Readymix Firas Saideen said: “We use The Toyota Hiace Minibus in our fleet for the last seven years and maintained by the AAB Service Center. Having this long journey, we are amazed that it lasts long, reaching and completing 1 million kilometers in perfect condition. By this, our trust and loyalty will continue with Toyota.”Upendra Magaju who is behind the wheel of this Hiace bus said: “My experience driving Toyota Hiace Minibus is never tiresome. It is reliable, maneuverable and I have confidence in its performance.”

Trisha Murielle, Communications Coordinator said: “Toyota Hiace Minibus gives us comfort whenever we use it as our transportation. We trust our driver and Toyota to keep us safe wherever we go.”

Since the launch of the first-generation Hiace in 1967, it has become one of Toyota’s representative global vehicles, with more than 6.5 million units sold in over 150 countries. The Hiace demonstrates prowess through its high durability and reliability, and has been used as a van, minibus, and as private transportation. Currently, it is largely sold in Qatar

A dedicated Commercial vehicles service center with an area of 3000 square meters opened in January 2020 in street No. 6 in the Industrial Area. The Service Center is equipped with the state of the art diagnostic tools, Toyota Genuine Parts and Certified Toyota Trained Technicians to meet and accelerate the service of Commercial vehicles such as buses, vans & Pick-ups.