IF this was Hollywood, it would probably be the story having the Oscars shaking in its shoes during the past couple of weeks.
Two legendary, long-time star performers deciding to head separate ways after more than four decades of success working side by side.
We refer, of course, to the new Toyota Prado and the vehicle it once used to resemble.
It’s a curious plot, indeed.
The popular Prado and the legendary LandCruiser have, since the early 90s, gone together like peas and carrots, to quote Forrest Gump.
They went hand-in-hand, with the Cruiser winning most of the accolades and the ever-loyal wingman Prado keeping an eye out for any threats (cue Top Gun theme).
It’s been a partnership for the ages.
A bit like Batman and Robin. Or Agent 86 Maxwell Smart and his off-sider Agent 99.
The LandCruiser Prado, to use its complete name, has been the ultimate off-sider behind the bigger, roomier, more powerful and substantially more expensive LandCruiser.
Now the Prado is about to wrench itself clear of the shadows of its illustrious big brother.
Equally controversial might be the overall design of the new Prado, which has broken away from the LandCruiser mould.
