

However, the launch of the brand new BT-50 is of high priority for Mazda Australia and we have forward ordered supply numbers accordingly. As a result we have had to suspend our D-MAX production in Thailand for up to three months, with a tentative recommencement of vehicle production of February 2021." Isuzu said the pause in production does not affect the MU-X SUV.Ī statement from Mazda Australia said: "At this stage we are still evaluating whether the Isuzu parts supply constraint will interrupt production to Mazda BT-50. The unfortunate pause in vehicle production is related to one of our key component suppliers in Europe (producing unique components for our Australian-specification D-Max) has had to temporally close their manufacturing plant due to COVID-19. Production of the new Isuzu D-Max is about to hit the brakes.Ī statement from Isuzu Ute Australia said: "Due to unforeseen circumstances, Isuzu regrettably advises that production of the (new) Isuzu D-Max has been temporarily put on hold.
