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    TV & Film Industry Support Vehicle Specialist Facilities By ADF Adds 25 Trucks To All-DAF Fleet
    Posted On: March 11, 2021
    The Bridgend-based firm has chosen DAF as its brand of choice, amassing 78 trucks from the marque in three years, including a mix of LFs and XFs configured as box trucks, tankers, low decks, and much more. ...
    Maritime Transport Improves Eco-Friendliness With Order Of 275 Volvo FH I-Save Trucks
    Posted On: March 11, 2021
    The haulier already numbers 50 FH I-Save tractor units in its fleet, and says the fuel-sipping trucks have quickly become their most fuel-efficient 44-tonners. ...
    Hampshire-Based Transporter Adds New IVECO S-WAY Tractor Unit To Its Fleet, Has Another On The Way
    Posted On: March 10, 2021
    The new trucks will distribute refrigerated goods to supermarkets and haul loads on curtainside and low-loader trailers like the haulier’s previous six IVECO trucks, all Stralis tractor units. ...
    Frozen Meal Provider Cook Bolsters Fleet With New Mercedes-Benz Atego 1521L
    Posted On: March 8, 2021
    The Atego also has a Solomon Commercials insulated body, with two rear doors and a side door, coupled with a FRIGOBLOCK FK Series refrigeration unit that can maintain temperatures of -20 degrees Celsius. ...
    Hammond Transport Acquires New Flagship: The New Generation MAN 26.510 TGX
    Posted On: March 8, 2021
    The 6x2 tractor is powered by a 12.4-litre, 503-horspower, Euro 6 engine and is so far getting 11.2 miles per gallon. ...
    J&B Recycling Adds Three New Mercedes-Benz Econic 2630Ls To Fleet, Has Two More On The Way
    Posted On: March 5, 2021
    “We have chosen the Econic because we believe it to be the market’s finest refuse vehicle chassis, one that enjoys an unrivalled reputation for quality and reliability,” says J&B Operations Director Matt Tyrie. ...
    Cornwall-Based Spa Specialist Acquires One Of The First 2021 Isuzu Grafter N35.125(T) Rigids Sold In The UK
    Posted On: March 5, 2021
    The 3.5-tonne, twin-rear-wheel rigid features a six-speed automatic transmission, dropside bodywork, and a Fassi F30CY crane in the rear. ...
    Nooteboom Launches The OSDS-48-03V(EBW) Semi Low Load Trailer Designed To Haul Equipment, Containers & More
    Posted On: March 4, 2021
    The new trailer’s wheel wells are one of the factors that make it so versatile; they are 400 millimetres deep with 35-degree inclination angles and steel cross ribs that keep the cargo in place. ...
    Tilbury-Based Transporter Adds One Of 35 Mercedes-Benz Actros Edition 1 Trucks Available In The UK
    Posted On: March 3, 2021
    Co-founder Diogo Ferreira wanted a special truck to celebrate his firm’s success, and only the very best would do. ...
    Volvo FH 460 LNGs Help Exintra Group Provide Environmentally Friendly Logistics To Fashion Retailer Client Primark
    Posted On: March 3, 2021
    The FH 460 LNG delivers the same performance as its diesel counterpart but produces 20% less carbon dioxide emissions thanks to its unique G13C engine. ...
    Renault K520 With Palfinger Hookloader Joins Scottish Demolition Specialist’s Fleet
    Posted On: March 2, 2021
    MacWilliam Demolition Limited is increasing its focus on work further afield, prompting the firm to purchase a K520 with a day and night cab to allow the driver to comfortably overnight in his vehicle. ...
    R&S Recovery Services Chooses Mercedes-Benz Atego For Road Assistance
    Posted On: March 1, 2021
    “The Atego is extremely well-engineered and we know from experience that Mercedes-Benz trucks are highly dependable,” says R&S General Manager Philip Leslie. ...
    Wiltshire-Based Fuel Distributor Adds New Isuzu F110.240 Tanker Truck To Its Fleet
    Posted On: March 1, 2021
    The new Isuzu, which joins a fleet of 12 other tank trucks, features a Road Tanker Northern 7,000-litre tanker body with three compartments. ...
    IVECO To Supply 100 S-WAY LNG Trucks To Italian Logistics Operator
    Posted On: February 26, 2021
    IVECO says that when running on biomethane fuel, the S-WAY LNG emits 95% less carbon dioxide, 90% less nitrogen dioxide, and 95% less particulate matter. ...
    Volvo Teams Up With DHL To Test All-Electric FH On Swedish Regional Distribution Route
    Posted On: February 26, 2021
    The truck will travel along a 150-kilometre, one-way route between DHL terminals in Gothenburg and Jönköping, expanding Volvo’s zero-emissions testing from local to regional distribution. ...
    Zürich Office Of Parks & Open Spaces Uses Green Waste To Fuel Scania G 410 Biogas Truck
    Posted On: February 25, 2021
    The organisation can now use the organic waste generated by its work in Zürich’s green spaces to create fuel for the trucks that aid in that work. ...
    Wellingborough-Based Hauler Adds 2 New Volvo FH Unlimited Edition With I-Save Trucks To Its Fleet
    Posted On: February 24, 2021
    The firm opted for the 500-horsepower engine in the new trucks and reports that “the drivers absolutely love them.” ...
    EMT & Ecotrans Employ Scania Biodiesel Trucks In Monaco
    Posted On: February 23, 2021
    Ecotrans uses Scania P 410 concrete mixers which can easily manoeuvre through Monaco’s dense traffic and Scania XTs with reinforced chassis to manage a gross weight of 44 tonnes, which aids their environmental goals. ...
    Scania 540 S Wins The 1000 Point Test & European Truck Challenge
    Posted On: February 23, 2021
    The Scania competed against the MAN TGX 18.510 BLS and Mercedes-Benz Actros 1853 LS in the 1000 Point Test, and against the same trucks plus the DAF XF 530 in the ETC test. ...
    Renault Launches The D Wide Z.E. Low Entry Cab Truck For Urban Operations
    Posted On: February 22, 2021
    The entry is 200 millimetres lower than that of a base Range D model, and that can be reduced by a further 70 mm with an optional feature that lowers the front of the vehicle. ...
    More Than 200 FUSO eCanter Light-Duty Electric Trucks Sold Across Europe, Japan & North America
    Posted On: February 19, 2021
    The eCanters around the globe combined have already covered more than 3 million kilometres, for an impressive reduction in emissions. ...
    Lithuanian FTL Transporter Orders 2,000 Volvo FH Trucks
    Posted On: February 18, 2021
    The trucks will enter the 8,000-vehicle fleet of Girteka Logistics, a full truck load (FTL) transportation specialist based in Lithuania, over the course of this year. ...
    Proterra Will Supply Batteries For The Volta Zero, Ensuring A Maximum Range Of 200 Kilometres
    Posted On: February 18, 2021
    The U.S.-based firm says its battery can handle more than 4,000 recharges in a 10-year period “without significant degradation.” ...
    Singapore-Based Construction Specialist Stays Loyal To Scania Tippers, Adds Its 18th P 410 In A Year
    Posted On: February 17, 2021
    The firm cites the trucks’ toughness and fuel efficiency as important considerations in making a purchase decision, and says the Scanias’ comfortable cabs help its drivers avoid fatigue. ...
    Lutterworth-Based Transporter Adds Five New Volvo FH LNG Trucks In Effort To Cut Costs & Emissions
    Posted On: February 17, 2021
    The 6x2 tractor units will work at Armstrong’s three logistics centres in Doncaster, Hinkley, and Lutterworth, and they’ll top off their 155-kilogram LNG tanks at a Gasrec refuelling station at the Daventry International Rail Freight Terminal. ...
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    MAN Truck & Bus: Waste Collection Goes Electric
    Posted 18/05/2026
    MAN is electrifying its municipal portfolio, for waste collectors, winter gritting services, and more, with significantly fewer emissions and less noise. ...
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    Nooteboom Mega Windmill Trailer XXL’s Stability Impresses Silvasti CEO
    Posted 11/05/2026
    The Mega Windmill Trailer XXL is a third-generation semi-trailer from Nooteboom Trailers that can transport small- and large-diameter wind turbine tower sections with weights of up to around 100 tonnes. ...
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    Volvo Trucks’ All-New Combustion Engine Platform: Superior Fuel Efficiency & Ready For A Wide Range Of Alternative Fuels
    Posted 11/05/2026
    Volvo Trucks has unveiled two all-new 13-litre engines – its most fuel-efficient ever – which are ready for renewable diesel and gas fuel types, including future hydrogen applications. ...
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    Volvo FM Makes First-Time Volvo Buyer CT Glass A Believer
    Posted 08/05/2026
    Volvo’s FM 380 6x2 rear-steer rigid curtainsider impressed first-time Volvo buyer CT Glass with its manoeuvrability, efficiency, comfort, and safety features. ...
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    Alliance Flooring Distribution Adds 11 New Volvo FH Aero 460s To Fleet
    Posted 07/05/2026
    Alliance Flooring Distribution recently added 11 new Volvo FH Aero 460s to its fleet, joining 39 previously purchased Volvo trucks and boosting the fleet’s Volvo contingent to 30%—all in just two years. ...
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    DAF Launches Interactive Route Simulator For Electric Trucks
    Posted 29/04/2026
    DAF Trucks is launching an interactive route simulator that provides transport operators with insight into real-world deployability of electric DAF trucks in their specific daily operations. ...
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    5-Star Performance! Scania P-Cab Duo Receive Euro NCAP's Top Rating
    Posted 22/04/2026
    Joining Scania's L-cab 6x2 refuse truck, which received Euro NCAP's top rating in 2026, are a pair of P-cab trucks in 4x2 distribution and 6x2 utility forms. ...
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    2026 Truck Shows Across Ireland & The UK
    Posted 21/04/2026
    There is a rich history of trade shows, conferences, expos, and other truck and trailer industry events taking place each year throughout Ireland and the UK, and 2026 is no different. ...
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    New DAF Used Trucks Center Opens In Warsaw
    Posted 14/04/2026
    The new centre responds to the growing demand for young pre-owned DAF vehicles in Central and Eastern Europe and strengthens DAF Trucks’ European Used Truck Network. ...
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    Volvo Launches New Electric Trucks—With Ranges Up To 700 Kilometres
    Posted 14/04/2026
    Volvo Trucks has set a new benchmark for heavy-duty trucks with the launch of its latest electric models with improved performance, flexibility, and ranges up to 700 kilometres. ...
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