Truck Locator Tractor Units Blog Archive

“The drivers tell me they’re really quiet and comfortable, while in terms of fuel consumption the new trucks are already performing at the top end of our 9- to 9.5-mpg fleet average,” says proprietor James Killoh. ...

The DAF XG+ 530 FTG 6x2 tractor and XF models all run on renewable hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) diesel fuel. ...

The trucks received driver approval during the haulier’s trial period, and Renault says their engines can reduce fuel consumption and CO2 emissions by as much as 10%. ...

“We did look at some other options, but the FM came out on top because we know they won’t let us down—you can’t afford to have vehicles off the road in this line of work,” says co-owner Rowland Saunders. ...

“The driver is averaging 8.27 mpg in this new Volvo and he was getting around 7.4 mpg from the 520-horsepower truck he has just come out of,” says owner Norman Young. ...

“The XG+ sets a new benchmark in the tractor market,” the Fleet News Awards jury stated. “DAF’s flagship is stylish, packed with innovation, impressive to drive, offers the largest cab in the industry, and is comfortable to live with.” ...

The trucks are a step up in driver comfort and have a three-star Direct Vision rating from Transport for London, ensuring operational compliance beginning in 2024. ...

The project’s goal is to demonstrate and analyse the operation of autonomous trucks on German motorways and highways. ...

By 2030, the e-commerce giant wants at least half of its shipments to achieve net-zero carbon emissions, and by 2040, Amazon hopes to reach net-zero carbon emission across all operations. ...

“During the summer it gets really busy and the guys can be away for four to five weeks at a time, all across Europe, so it’s important they are happy in their working environment,” says owner Gary Bath. ...

Renault Trucks is expanding its all-electric range and has announced the start of sales for 2023 of two new models of up to 44 tonnes, the Renault Trucks T E-Tech for regional transport and the Renault Trucks C E-Tech for the construction industry. ...

Updated engine hardware, improved software that includes the new I-Torque function, and more refined aerodynamics add up to even greater fuel efficiency. ...

“Volvo has been awarded the contract for the past two renewals as its vehicles have consistently proven to be the best fit for our operation,” says United Utilities’ Martin Shaw. ...

The truckmaker says the new trucks will be unveiled in the second half of this year and are being designed in accordance with European Masses & Dimensions regulations. ...

The truck’s greater payload means the aggregates and concrete supplier can maximise every trip, ultimately saving time and money. ...

Twice a week, driver Jerry Olofsson hauls timber products from the Swedish city of Skellefteå to the Norwegian port of Bodø, where he picks up wood chips, tyres, and waste products using Scania’s new 560 S test truck. ...

“We’ve gone for three-star-compliant trucks as forward planning on our part because I believe the DVS scheme will be rolled out across more cities sooner rather than later,” says A.F. ...

During test, Fermgruppen drivers drove the truck into forests surrounding Sundsvall each day to pick up 60-tonne log loads and deliver them to SCA Group depots. ...

“We put our first LNG trucks on the road 18 months ago, and the reduction in carbon emissions have been clear to see,” says Gregory’s Director of Fleet, Property, and Procurement, Andrew Chapple. ...

The haulier received the Scania 460 R, with its highly efficient 13-litre biodiesel engine, near the end of 2020 and has driven it about 10,000 kilometres per month since. ...

“The Actros is a great-looking truck, and equipped to a very high standard both outside and in,” says Maze Logistic Solutions Director Ryan Jiggens. ...

“We have a strong history of working with Volvo and, looking ahead, they will have the lion’s share of our fleet,” says Carr’s Flour Distribution Manager Drew Edwards. ...

The firm’s other limited-run Actros trucks include a 625-horsepower Actros Edition 1 in High-Tech Silver metallic and a 530-HP Actros 1 in Obsidian black metallic. ...

The programme will begin the validation and integration of Plus’ autonomous trucking technology with IVECO’s latest-generation S-WAY heavy-duty truck. ...

In its announcement of the award, the Sustainable Truck of the Year jury highlighted the TGX’s advanced aerodynamics and efficient powertrain. ...