The 20-year-old Styrian Michael Röck was awarded “Racing Rookie 2016”. The Racing Rookie is Austria’s largest motorsport talent search. Pongratz donated the car transporter of the type L-AT 400 T-K for the safe transport of his new rally car.

Pongratz sincerely congratulates and wishes Michael Röck every success for his further career!

Read the full article: www.rally-more.at/michael-roeck-ist-racing-rookie-2016/ (German only)

In the second half of 2016, Pongratz introduced the new, shapely hollow chamber profile in the exclusive Pongratz design.

Benefit from an integrated profile for the hooks, which eliminates the need for the panel knobs. Furthermore, the aluminum profile has an integrated contour for the assembly of the lashing straps and is fully downwards compatible.

The new profile is used for trailer types LPA, PHL, RK and 3-SKS in the aluminum version.

Pongratz is proud to present the newly developed trailer model L-RK. This “lightweight” tipper is versatile and has the following features:

  • Redesigned tilting platform with integrated multi-function tail lamps
  • Increased payload due to weight-optimized design with reduced self-weight
  • The first tipper that is also available in an unbraked version (HzGG 750kg)
  • Plateau duct with integrated fuse and holder for hand pump lever

Of course, the new Pongratz tipper is fully compatible with the accessories of the RK series.

You can check out the new L-RK from October 2016 at the Pongratz dealer of your choice. You can also get an overview of the different versions and the available accessories here.

On September 24, 2016, Pongratz organized the first dealer day with a focus on the German market. The aim of the event was the detailed presentation of the entire Pongratz product range.

The following latest trailer models were at the center of the presentation:

  • LPA series with new aluminium profile
  • Backwards Tipper L-RK
  • Load and Lift Trailer PLL

Another highlight of the event was formed by the presentation of the new marketing appearance. A new logo, modern design, and a new website support the specialist dealers of Pongratz.

At the Pongratz trailer parcour, the individual dealers demonstrated their skills in handling a trailer and accomplishing various tasks. The winner was rewarded with a new trailer of the class LPA 250/13 U-AL.

For the physical well-being good snacks, flour dishes, and local Gösser beer were provided.