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Five-Star Quartet! 4 More Scania Trucks Receive Euro NCAP's Top Rating

Joining Scania's L-series and P-series trucks, which received Euro NCAP's top rating earlier this year, are a pair of R-series and G-series trucks in 4x2 tractor and 6x2 rigid forms, respectively.

Your Guide To Buying Used Vans In Ireland

Truck Locator makes it easy to find the right used van for your needs, providing photos, videos, and detailed specifications along with the seller’s contact information and the other vehicles they have for sale.

Rave Reviews & First-Class Demo See BCD Logistics Take 5 New Volvo FH Aeros

BCD Logistics has added its first-ever batch of Volvo trucks to its fleet, taking delivery of five FH Aero 6x2 Globetrotter tractor units following the impressive performance of a demonstrator.

DPD Chooses Mercedes-Benz Vans For New EVs

Mercedes-Benz Vans today announces that leading delivery company DPD has selected dealer eStar to supply 341 eSprinters as part of a wider fleet agreement.

The Truck Locator Buyer’s Guide To Luton Vans

If you're in the market for a vehicle to transport lightweight but bulky cargo, explore Luton vans for sale on TruckLocator.ie.

MAN Forms Strategic Partnership With RMMV & WB Group & Revives Polish Truck Brand Star

The aim of this partnership is to combine the complementary strengths and expertise of the three companies to address European defence requirements more effectively.

'Beyond Diesel': MAN Explains How Electric Trucks Become A Competitive Advantage Today

A new strategic report from MAN Truck & Bus titled “Beyond Diesel” demonstrates through three international fleets at different stages of electrification that early adopters are gaining a structural competitive advantage.

How To Find Vans On TruckLocator.ie

Bookmark this guide as a reference for finding new and used vans for sale or rent in Ireland.

Volvo Releases Special-Edition Truck To Celebrate Its 100-Year Anniversary

In a prelude to the Volvo Group’s 100th anniversary celebrations in 2027, Volvo Trucks has unveiled a new special version of its FH, FH16, FH Aero, and FH16 Aero tractor units.

A Plessas Transport Expands Krone Fleet With Further Container Equipment Investment

The Felixstowe-based operator adds Krone Box Liner FS10 chassis and eLT3-40 straight frames as business continues to grow.

New Isuzu D-Max Electric Vehicle Powers Up Its 1-Tonne-Plus Payload, 3,500-KG Towing Capacity & Permanent Four-Wheel Drive For VoltWorx26

The New Isuzu D-Max Electric Vehicle pickup demonstrated its work-ready toughness coupled with zero-emission performance at VoltWorx26 in East Sussex.

Sell Ag Equipment In The UK & Ireland Via Farm Machinery Locator And Farm & Plant Buyers Guide

Sellers have long promoted their agricultural equipment with Farm Machinery Locator in the UK and Farm & Plant Buyers Guide in Ireland.

Scania Invests In Its UK Future As It Opens A New Branch In Stockton-on-Tees

Scania has further strengthened its network in the UK with the opening of its newest branch in Stockton-on-Tees.

New Isuzu D-Max Electric Vehicle Pickups Delivered In Yorkshire ‘For The Long Haul’

Two new Isuzu D-Max Electric Vehicle pickups have been delivered to Sheffield-based MHH Contracting, a family-owned aggregates, waste removal and recycling company.

Don-Bur Invests £700k In Major Solar & Manufacturing Upgrade

Don-Bur has completed a major £700,000 investment at its Mossfield Road manufacturing headquarters, combining roof replacement, structural modernisation and a significant expansion of its rooftop solar photovoltaic (PV) installation.

Iveco Raises The Bar: A New Generation Of Vehicles & Services For Drivers & Fleets

With the 2026 range, Iveco introduces a new generation of vehicles designed to lower TCO, enhance driver comfort, and deliver measurable efficiency gains from day one.

Iveco Outlines Its Renewed Brand Ambition At Iveco Experience 2026

More than a showcase of products and innovations, IVECO Experience 2026 signals a renewed ambition for the brand, strengthening what it means to be a partner to the people who move goods, businesses and communities forward.

Powerday Expands Eco-Friendly Fleet With Volvo FM Electric Low Entry Hook Loaders

Powerday recently continued its electric fleet expansion with the addition of two Volvo FM Electric Low Entry 8x4 rigids to join the two Volvo FE Electrics the company purchased in 2024.

Don-Bur Showcases High-Volume LST Lifting Deck Trailer At RTX 2026

At Road Transport Expo 2026, Don-Bur is showcasing one of its latest high-volume longer semi-trailer lifting deck trailers, demonstrating how it can maximise volumetric efficiency within current UK regulations.

Renault Trucks Brings Innovation & Heritage Together At Road Transport Expo 2026

Renault Trucks will showcase its diverse range of diesel and electric vehicles at this year’s Road Transport Expo, taking place 30 June – 2nd July at NAEC Stoneleigh.

Scania Shows Innovation Is At The Heart Of Everything It Does

Scania UK is showcasing its strength in innovation at this year's Road Transport Expo (RTX).

Iveco Welcomes Diego Gastaldi As Brand Ambassador

A new journey begins for IVECO with Diego Gastaldi, Italian Paralympic athlete and travel storyteller, who joins as Brand Ambassador, embodying its “Spirito in Movimento.”

MAN TGE Celebrates Its 10th Anniversary In 2026

MAN Truck & Bus is celebrating the tenth anniversary of its MAN TGE van.

Reach Buyers Anywhere With International Truck Sales Platforms From Sandhills

Sandhills Global offers local platforms for selling used trucks and trailers in nearly every region in the world.

SDC Truck & Trailer Parts Strengthens ZC Rubber Partnership With Arisun Tyre Range

Having worked with ZC Rubber for the past six years supplying the Westlake range, SDC Parts has now extended its partnership agreement to include Arisun, a truck and bus radial tyre range produced by the same global manufacturer.

New Renault Trucks Powertrain: Boosting Fuel Efficiency By Up To 4%

With the introduction of a new DE13 R engine and a new generation of Optidriver gearboxes, Renault Trucks is upgrading the powertrain of its T, T High, C and K ranges.

Deliveries Are Sweeter Than Ever For Tunnock’s With New Volvo FH Aero

After a recent acquisition, Tunnock’s Teacakes and Caramel Wafers will be delivered in a new Volvo FH Aero 6x2 rigid dressed in livery to match the Caramel Wafer wrapping.

Renault Trucks T Range: Fuel Efficiency, Safety & Comfort For Long-Haul Transport

Whether for moving freight cross-country or internationally, the Renault Trucks T Range is an attractive option for owner-operators and fleet managers who prioritize fuel efficiency and driver comfort.

Generating Capacity: Scania Invests €70m Into Its Angers Production Facility

Scania is investing €70m into its Angers facility in France, allowing electric trucks to be built there for the first time.

Volvo FM Electric Shows Its Steel For Special Green Delivery

Haulage firm ET Morris & Sons has successfully transported the first load of fossil-free steel to land in the UK, using a Volvo FM Electric 4x2 tractor unit for a zero-tailpipe emission delivery.

Find Parts & Components Fast & Easy On TruckLocator.ie

Truck Locator’s new, dedicated Parts For Sale page makes finding the parts and components you need faster and easier than ever.

Volvo: How Sustainability Impacts Transport Buyers' Decisions

Motivated by consumer demand, government regulations, and their commitments to social responsibility, many companies are striving towards net-zero emissions.

MAN Truck & Bus: Waste Collection Goes Electric

MAN is electrifying its municipal portfolio, for waste collectors, winter gritting services, and more, with significantly fewer emissions and less noise.

Nooteboom Mega Windmill Trailer XXL’s Stability Impresses Silvasti CEO

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.

Volvo Trucks’ All-New Combustion Engine Platform: Superior Fuel Efficiency & Ready For A Wide Range Of Alternative Fuels

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.

Volvo FM Makes First-Time Volvo Buyer CT Glass A Believer

Volvo’s FM 380 6x2 rear-steer rigid curtainsider impressed first-time Volvo buyer CT Glass with its manoeuvrability, efficiency, comfort, and safety features.

Alliance Flooring Distribution Adds 11 New Volvo FH Aero 460s To Fleet

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.

DAF Launches Interactive Route Simulator For Electric Trucks

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.

5-Star Performance! Scania P-Cab Duo Receive Euro NCAP's Top Rating

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.

Volvo Launches New Electric Trucks—With Ranges Up To 700 Kilometres

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.

New DAF Used Trucks Center Opens In Warsaw

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.

Maia Waste Stays With Volvo For Build Quality, Reliability

Wakefield-based skip hire and waste management provider Maia Waste selected a new Volvo FH Aero 8x4 rigid with hookloader bodywork for its fleet for build quality, driving performance, and reliability.

Relay Technical Transport Returns To Don-Bur For Specialist Equipment Trailers

Don-Bur has supplied a batch of specialist box van trailers to Relay Technical Transport, designed for the safe distribution of photocopiers and other sensitive office equipment.

Iveco Unveils The 1st Road-Ready eDaily With Integrated Dynamic & Static Wireless Charging

A new step toward the future of mobility is taking shape along the A35 Brebemi with the eDaily taking center stage as the first road-ready vehicle equipped for integrated wireless charging.

Manoeuvrability & Payload Capacity Sells PW Tanking Services On Volvo FM

PW Tanking Services specified its Volvo FM 6x2 rigid vacuum truck with a hydraulically steered tag axle and a VBG drawbar coupling that lets the firm’s drivers pull a tanker trailer and maximise each route.

DAF XF Electric Awarded ‘Eco-Friendly Truck Of The Year’

The DAF XF Electric has been awarded ‘2026 Eco-Friendly Truck of the Year’ by a Spanish jury, in recognition of the vehicle’s strong focus on sustainability, advanced technology, and excellent overall performance.

Wordsworth Excavations Increases Heavy-Haulage Capacity With New Renault Trucks T High

Wordsworth Excavations chose the Renault Trucks T High 6x2 tractor unit to haul plant and equipment to work sites due to its power, comfort, and versatility.

DAF Introduces XG & XG+ Electric

The XG and XG+ Electric are driven by the most powerful Paccar EX D2 electric motor, with outputs from 270 to 350 kW and a torque of 2,400 N-m.

Mercedes-Benz Actros Trucks Available Due to Fleet Renewal

Due to a fleet renewal, there are 20 Mercedes-Benz Actros Trucks available to purchase immediately.

2026 Truck Shows Across Ireland & The UK

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.