The addition of the C480 anniversary vehicle highlights Austin Contract Services’ growth over the past 25 years and reflects the company’s commitment to evolving with the needs of its clients with the C480’s reliability and versatility vital in maintaining Austin Contract Services’ reputation for high service standards.
Kim Wetherell, Operations Director at Austin Contract Services Ltd, explained why Renault Trucks was the natural choice for this milestone vehicle: "We got our first Renault Trucks vehicle in January 2024, a hook loader, and it’s performing exceptionally well. Renault Trucks offered the ideal combination of performance, availability as well as overall value for money for our needs, making the new C480 the ideal vehicle to mark our anniversary, helping us to not only celebrate where we’ve come from but also look forward to the future."
Austin Contract Services has expanded its fleet significantly since 2021, growing from 9 to 23 heavy goods vehicles, including a mix of tippers and hook loaders. “Our growth in the last few years has been incredibly encouraging,” Kim noted. “By investing in this new Renault Truck, we are sending a clear message to our customers that we are dedicated to meeting their needs while adapting to the demands of the industry.”
The C480’s exterior has been finished in metallic silver to commemorate the company’s 25 years of operations, but the key focus is on the truck’s performance. Built on a reinforced Renault Trucks’ construction chassis with steel bumpers, the vehicle is ideal for Austin Contract Services’ needs, offering superior off-road capabilities and enhanced ground clearance which are vital for businesses the company serves. Designed with driver comfort in mind, the C480 with sleeper cab features Renault Trucks’ “serenity” bunk, offering double the number of springs and a thicker mattress, a heated and ventilated driver’s seat, enhanced cab and night lighting and an electric roof vent.
“Our drivers are thrilled with it,” Kim said. “It’s one of the best trucks they’ve driven, and it meets all our operational requirements, making their working lives easier and more enjoyable. Our drivers are at the heart of what we do, and we want to give them the best tools for the job and the Renault Trucks delivers exceptional performance, reliability, and comfort to help them succeed.”
Regarding the service provided by Renault Truck Commercials, Kim concluded, “So far, so good. We’ve had a positive experience, and we anticipate a strong partnership moving forward as our fleet continues to grow.”