Staffordshire-based operator R.E. Davies has added a showstopper low-cab IVECO S-Way 530 (AS440S53TX/FP) to its fleet. R.E. Davies – best known for transporting refrigeration equipment to supermarkets – elected for the special edition low tractor unit which is available as a factory order for its visual aesthetics, as well as… Read more »
Asset Alliance Group feeds CS2 Transport’s fleet with new reefers and artics
Temperature controlled specialist CS2 Transport has refreshed its fleet with three new range-topping DAF XG 530 tractor units and seven new Chereau multi-temperature semi-trailers from Asset Alliance Group. The new vehicles have been supplied via contract hire with full repair and maintenance packages, including tyres and roadside assistance, on multi-year… Read more »
Salford City Council’s first electric refuse truck exceeds expectations on range and driver experience
Salford City Council is setting new standards for sustainable waste collection with the addition of its first all-electric refuse collection vehicle (RCV), a 27-tonne Mercedes-Benz eEconic. The eEconic combines zero emissions with a high payload capacity similar to the diesel Econic and a class-leading operational range of at least 150km… Read more »
Katem Logistics celebrates founder’s 90th birthday with two new Renault Trucks T Highs from Thompsons
Katem Logistics has marked two major milestones – its 30th anniversary and founder John Davison’s 90th birthday – with the delivery of two new Renault Trucks T Highs, supplied by local dealer Thompsons. One of the new trucks, a striking electric blue “anniversary edition”, was revealed to John as a… Read more »
Total Group welcomes its first Renault trucks to its fleet
Total Group has taken delivery of its first Renault trucks, two T-Range T480 6×2 tractor units whichare being predominantly used to supply reinforced steel products for use on HS2. Supplied by Revival Solutions Group through Renault Truck Commercials on a three-year term, the two trucks come with sleeper cab, mirror… Read more »
Five New Volvo Trucks Safely Delivered To Tennants Distribution
Tennants Distribution has returned to Volvo Trucks for its latest fleet intake – adding three Volvo FM Globetrotter 6×2 rigids and two FM Globetrotter 6×2 tractor units to its busy operation. Several factors were key in the Manchester-based company’s decision to stick with the Swedish manufacturer, including the proven… Read more »
Driving performance and service support brings Lloyds Transport back to Volvo
Tamworth-based haulier Lloyds Transport has acquired nine Volvo FH Aero 6×2 tractor units, the first of a total of 15 due to be delivered to the operator in 2025. The trucks’ arrival marks a return to Volvo for the customer, with the new vehicles replacing those supplied by other manufacturers…. Read more »
Agrii takes delivery of its first all-electric Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 for 460km round trip delivery route
Agrii, one of the UK’s leading agricultural distributors, has taken delivery of its first all-electric heavy goods vehicle, the Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 LS ProCabin Stream 4×2, marking a major step in the company’s move towards lower-emission logistics. Supplied by Midlands Truck & Van, the new eActros 600 – which combines… Read more »
New Volvo Fh16 780 Flagship Is Just The Job For Scottish Heavy Haulage Business
GF Job has continued its transition to Volvo Trucks with the arrival of a new range-topping Volvo FH16 780 Globetrotter XL 6×4 150-tonne tractor unit. The Highlands-based civil engineering and heavy haulage company is converting its entire articulated truck fleet to the Swedish manufacturer. It’s appreciation of the Volvo… Read more »
John Miller backs DAF with expanding XG fleet and impressive XF fuel economy results
Lockerbie-based John Miller Ltd. is strengthening its long-standing partnership with DAF Trucks as it continues to tailor its fleet to specific operational needs. The family-run Scottish haulier has made the New Generation DAF XG 530 FTG 6×2 the truck of choice for its demanding flat-bed work – valued for its… Read more »
