Truck Manufacturers·2 min·13 December 2025RTX Northern Ireland 2026The Eikon Exhibition Centre is gearing up for one of the most anticipated industry launches of 2026, as we proudly welcome the Road Transport Expo (RTX) Northern Ireland on 15–16 April 2026.
Truck Manufacturers·3 min·13 December 2025Mercedes-Benz Trucks expands Scottish aftersales network with new authorised repairer in PerthMercedes-Benz Trucks is pleased to announce a further expansion of its network in Scotland with the official opening of a new authorised repairer in Perth.
Trailers·2 min·12 December 2025Brian Adam’s Transport boosts white-glove fleet with new trailers from KRONEThe investment, says Brian Adam strengthens the company’s premium “white-glove” service, which supports furniture retailers with national deliveries, warehousing, stock control and trunking operations.
Truck Manufacturers·3 min·12 December 2025Volvo Trucks makes winning return to David Bratt & Sons with two new FH AerosCheadle Hulme-based haulier David Bratt & Sons has added the first Volvo trucks to its fleet for more than 20 years – with the arrival of two new Volvo FH Aero 6x2 tractor units.
Truck Manufacturers·2 min·12 December 2025DAF XD awarded best rigid distribution truck in IrelandAt the annual Fleet Transport Awards, the DAF XD with powerful yet economic PACCAR PX-7 engine has been crowned ‘Irish Distribution Truck of the Year 2026’ in the medium duty rigid class.
European News·2 min·12 December 2025Fatality Could Have Been Prevented With Correct Forklift Inspection and Sign-OffA delivery driver has tragically died in a forklift truck accident at a plant hire company depot in West Yorkshire, a devastating reminder of how avoidable workplace transport incidents still occur when equipment checks and safe systems of work fall short.
Truck Manufacturers·3 min·12 December 2025NWF Agriculture strengthens fleet with second Renault Trucks C480 8x4 Tridem from Diamond TrucksLeading animal feed manufacturer and distributor, NWF Agriculture, has added a second Renault Trucks C480 8x4 Tridem to its 39-strong fleet, supplied by Renault Trucks dealer Diamond Trucks.
Truck Manufacturers·2 min·10 December 2025Asset Alliance Group secures sparkling deal with Independent GlassIndependent Glass, a leading specialist in the processing and supply of toughened, laminated, heat strengthened and decorative glasses, has added new glass-carrying vehicles from Asset Alliance Group into its fleet.
Truck Manufacturers·3 min·10 December 2025Volvo Trucks launches the 14-tonne Volvo FL Electric – tailor-made for city transportsVolvo’s popular battery-electric medium duty truck – the Volvo FL Electric – is now coming in a 14-tonne entry level version with new battery configuration, making it an ideal transport tool for the city.
Truck Manufacturers·6 min·10 December 2025Electric portfolio grows: Mercedes-Benz Trucks starts production of new eActros 400 generation at Wörth plantMercedes-Benz Trucks is expanding its portfolio of battery-electric trucks: Series production of the second-generation eActros 400 began at the Wörth plant in early December.
Truck Manufacturers·3 min·9 December 2025Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 becomes first electric truck to conquer John O’Groats to Land’s EndMercedes-Benz Trucks has become the first to drive an electric HGV from John O’Groats to Land’s End in just over 24 hours.
Truck Manufacturers·3 min·9 December 2025DAF XF Electric, Radius Group and David Watson Transport team-up for Norway Christmas tree move to Trafalgar SquareDAF Trucks was privileged this week to support Radius Group’s management of Norway’s gifted Trafalgar Square Christmas tree, supplying a zero-emissions DAF XF Electric 4x2 tractor unit for the final leg of the journey into London, operated by long‑standing delivery partner David Watson Transport.
Truck Manufacturers·1 min·9 December 2025Three great DAFs from Commercial Motor's classified digital editionThe latest Commercial Motor Classified Digital Edition is now live with the latest used and new truck listings, with hundreds of used trucks, trailers, vans, and equipment for sale and available to browse.
Truck Manufacturers·4 min·6 December 2025CO2 only in sparkling waterMAN and Koinè start electrification for Sanpellegrino
Truck Manufacturers·3 min·5 December 2025Rosgal strengthens green fleet strategy with new Renault Trucks hotboxCivil engineering specialist Rosgal has upgraded its HGV fleet with a new Renault Trucks C380 P6x2 rigid, fitted with a Marvtech hotbox tipper body, as part of its commitment to supporting both its own and its customers’ sustainability goals.
European News·2 min·5 December 2025Council approach on Weights and Dimensions: adoption leaves key gaps for zero-emission heavy-duty vehiclesThe European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) warns that, despite political efforts, today’s adoption of the Council’s general approach on Weights and Dimensions Directive falls short of what is needed to accelerate decarbonisation of the transport sector.
Truck Manufacturers·3 min·5 December 2025Fenn Logistics go green with two new Volvo FM ElectricsBurton-on-Trent based Fenn Logistics has taken delivery of two new Volvo FM Electric 4x2 tractor units, as part of its strategy to offer environmentally-friendly supply chain solutions to its network of major blue-chip customers.
Trailers·2 min·4 December 2025Allied Bakeries grows its Tiger fleet with 15 box van trailersTiger has designed, manufactured and supplied 15 tri-axle box van trailers to Allied Bakeries, further strengthening the relationship following the OEM’s supply of 36 rigid bodies to the bakery company last year.
European News·2 min·3 December 2025Warehouse Injuries Spike Every January – and Most Are PreventableAs warehouse operations accelerate into the busy festive period, Midland Pallet Trucks is urging businesses to put safety at the forefront of their New Year priorities.
Truck Manufacturers·4 min·3 December 2025Scania UK's apprentices deservedly Earned their WIIINGSOn 26 November 2025, 107 apprentices took to the home of Red Bull Racing to celebrate passing their apprenticeships and graduating together in front of their peers and managers – as they deservedly basked in the applause.
