As the many single travellers in our community can attest, going solo can often be more opportunity than setback — especially when it comes to the Great Australian Road Trip.
Hitting the open road on your own can be a unique, meditative and often magical experience; in your own company, you have the freedom to follow any whim and detour that takes your fancy; the time and headspace to truly reflect, observe and grow.
If you’re eager to explore the rolling vineyards of the Yarra Valley, the striking landscapes of the Red Centre or the rugged coastlines of the Great Ocean Road, now is the time to consider a luxury SUV to help make the most of the years of adventuring ahead.
Safety is among the biggest considerations when travelling solo, and your choice of vehicle is no exception. Features like blind-spot detection and adaptive cruise control can bring extraordinary peace of mind on longer road trips, and freeing up the headspace to simply enjoy the journey.
When it comes to the safest vehicles, every element combines to form a protective bubble around you. It’s like having a co-pilot who’s always on the lookout.
GWM’s Tank 500 Lux Hybrid has a prestigious 5-star ANCAP rating for safety, with a full suite of safety features that will take the stress out of your journey:
Learn more about this safe and luxurious SUV option.
For all the romance of the rugged “grey nomad” lifestyle, there’s something to be said for the more luxurious alternatives.
When you’re spending entire days on the road, comfort is far from a frivolous luxury; it can make a very real and tangible difference to your quality of life. It may even help prevent those aches, pains and other ergonomic concerns that can take the fun out of your holiday.
Important features to shop for include:
A little extra space can also go a long way. A large luxury SUV such as the Tank 500 isn’t just for larger families; it’s ideal for solo travellers looking to spend weeks or months on the road without any concern for storage room, feeling cramped, or living anything less than their very best life.
Not all navigation systems are created equally. When shopping for a car, it’s important to look for a virtual guide who can adapt the way a human navigator would, offering real-time traffic updates and intuitive route changes on the fly.
Not only will a modern luxury SUV like the Tank 500 take the stress out of navigation; it can also eliminate the finicky and sometimes dangerous distractions that most drivers endure. Whether you’d like to call a loved one or pick a playlist that fits your mood, there’s no need to scroll through a menu or even take your eyes off the road. All you need to do is ask.
There’s nothing wrong with wanting a vehicle that looks as good as it drives.
The Tank 500 is about as majestic as you can get driving off the beaten track. With a powerful 2.0L engine, advanced 9-speed transmission and driving modes to fit any road condition you encounter, it has all the power you’ll need in a rugged off-roader. In short: whatever the Aussie landscape can throw at you, this hybrid can take.
Yet it’s also as slick and beautiful as any city SUV on the market, with a grand and regal design you’ll feel proud to drive.
It also offers extraordinary peace of mind for the years ahead, with a 7-year unlimited KM warranty, 7 years of roadside assistance and 7 years of capped price servicing to ensure you’re covered for many journeys to come.
If you’re ready to spend your retirement exploring this beautiful country — but don’t see the appeal in a dusty 4WD or ramshackle motorhome — this luxury SUV upgrade will help you kickstart your solo travel adventures in supreme safety, comfort and style.