The newly-launched TX4 London taxi has become a record-setting cab.Revealed to the world by LTI Vehicles - manufacturer of the iconic, purpose-built cab - on October 18, official November sales figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) for the first full month since TX4 launch, showed that 362 were sold. Over the same period in 2005, 215 TXIIs were sold.

The figures show a massive 68 per cent leap in sales levels for manufacturer LTI Vehicles.

The TX4 keeps the distinctive, world famous London taxi shape, with subtle changes to the front end and an eye-catching new grille. The purpose-built cab is compliant with incoming Euro IV emissions rules thanks to a new VM turbodiesel engine, features anti-lock brakes as standard and has been upgraded inside for improved comfort for both driver and passengers.

And it retains the full raft of accessibility features, including an integral wheelchair ramp, brightly -coloured grab rails and induction loop that have helped to make previous TX models so popular.

Matthew Cheyne, Sales and Marketing Director with Coventry-based LTI Vehicles, said: “The new Euro IV compliant TX4 really is a revelation. Not only is it setting new standards for emissions, safety and comfort, but also for sales levels.

“All our dealers have been inundated with customers since the launch of the TX4, and many of those going in for a look are signing up there and then.

“The TX4 retains the distinctive shape that has made the London taxi instantly recognisable across the world, but combines that with the latest technology and performance, with a raft of features that make it the most socially inclusive vehicle ever.

“The sales figures from the first full month are our most successful ever, and the momentum shows no sign of slowing.”

Source: LTI Vehicles

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