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Official press releases from all European heavy commercial vehicle manufacturers. Keep up to date with the latest truck industry news and insight from all the major truck brands.

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TSL enhances fleet safety with Axtec

To improve our fleet load monitoring and ensure safe, compliant transport, TSL partnered with Axtec to install OnBoard Load Indicators across our vehicle fleet.

Post by John Millar

2 minutes read

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BESPOKE HARSH HYDRAULICS FOR 4R’s TAG AXLE TANKERS DELIVER MAXIMUM FLEET VERSATILITY

The 4R Group has deployed five new 530hp 6x2 DAF XF tractor units with HARSH hydraulic kits.

Post by John Millar

5 minutes read

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First Volvo FH Aero fuels thirst for more at Onpoint Logistics

Onpoint Logistics has taken delivery of its first Volvo FH Aero 6x2 tractor unit with a view to adding a further 20 should the new arrival hit the fuel figures expected.

Post by John Millar

3 minutes read

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300,000th DAF MultiSupport Repair & Maintenance contract

Growing number of DAF trucks now leaving factory with a service agreement

Post by John Millar

3 minutes read

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Ford Trucks Expands Its International Authorized Service Network to the United Kingdom and Ireland: Supporting Customers on Every Route

Ford Trucks has expanded its international authorized service network with new service points in the United Kingdom and Ireland.

Post by John Millar

3 minutes read

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BOC’s Tiger fleet reaches 135 vehicles with the latest flatbed trailers and rigid bodies

BOC, the UK & Ireland’s largest provider of industrial, medical and specialist gases, began procuring specialist articulated flatbed trailers and rigid bodywork solutions from Tiger Trailers in 2023, and the 59 vehicles supplied by the Cheshire manufacturer in Q1 2025 take the running total to 135.

Post by John Millar

4 minutes read

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Volvo FH Aeros provide fuel for thought at Ian Craig Haulage

Falkirk-based Ian Craig Haulage has taken delivery of its first new Volvo trucks for a decade, buying a pair of FH Aero Globetrotter 6x2 mid-lift tractor units.

Post by John Millar

3 minutes read

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DAF Trucks recognises top performing suppliers

Through its extensive Supplier Performance Management Programme (SPM), DAF constantly assesses supplier performance in key areas such as product development, operations, and aftermarket support.

Post by John Millar

2 minutes read

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Cemex receives 20 new DAF XD 8x4s in replacement vehicle programme

Readymix concrete, cement and aggregates supplier, Cemex, has received the delivery of 20 new DAF XD 410 eight-wheel tippers as part of its ongoing vehicle replacement programme.

Post by John Millar

3 minutes read

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125,000th New Generation DAF

A new milestone reached in record time. ‘Receiving this jubilee DAF XG makes us very proud and underlines our long lasting business partnership’.

Post by John Millar

2 minutes read

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Jan Kohlmeier announced as the New Managing Director of MAN Truck & Bus UK Ltd

MAN Truck & Bus has announced the appointment of Jan Kohlmeier as Managing Director of MAN Truck & Bus UK Ltd, he will take up his new position on 1st August 2025.

Post by John Millar

1 minute read

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C&M Transport’s show-stopping trailers

C&M Transport provides alternative welcome to Wrexham with show-stopping Schmitz Cargobull trailers

Post by John Millar

3 minutes read

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Delivered! Bidcorp and Scania reaffirm strong relationship with huge deal

Scania UK has strengthened its long-standing relationship with Bidcorp UK by delivering the first of 165 new vehicles.

Post by John Millar

3 minutes read

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GT Trailers and Schmitz Cargobull AG sign strategic partnership

GT Trailers, a major producer of high-volume sets and trailers from the Opole region, in Poland, has signed an agreement with Schmitz Cargobull AG that will see Europe’s leading manufacturer of semi-trailers, trailers and bodies, from Münsterland, Germany, acquire a 48 per cent share in the business.

Post by John Millar

1 minute read

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Wyvern Cargo to save £25k annually with Webfleet’s trailer brake monitoring solution

Haulage, distribution and warehousing specialist Wyvern Cargo is set to save £25,000 a year on trailer brake testing after investing in Cold Chain Federation member Webfleet’s advanced truck and trailer management solution.

Post by John Millar

3 minutes read

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Coastal Recycling expands Renault Trucks fleet with bespoke D12 skip truck

Devon-based waste and recycling specialist, Coastal Recycling, has bolstered its fleet with a new Renault Trucks D12 tailored for maximum manoeuvrability in commercial and residential sites with tight access.

Post by John Millar

2 minutes read

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AD Fuels expands its fleet with four ADR-spec Volvo FH trucks

Worthing-based AD Fuels has turned to Volvo for the supply of four ADR-spec FH 540 6x2 tractor units, acquired due to a period of growth for the business.

Post by John Millar

4 minutes read

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Introducing the all-new Olympus Midi

Dennis Eagle launches its newest RCV, offering a class-leading payload in a compact footprint

Post by John Millar

3 minutes read

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Tarmac launches eMixer Discovery Programme to accelerate construction sector’s shift to zero emissions

Tarmac has announced the launch of its eMixer Discovery Programme, introducing five electric vehicles to its fleet, in a significant step towards a more sustainable construction industry.

Post by John Millar

3 minutes read

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MAN Truck & Bus UK and DPD Kick Off Exciting e-Truck Road Trials

MAN Truck & Bus UK is thrilled to launch a series of e-Truck road trials in partnership with DPD, marking a significant step forward in sustainable freight transport.

Post by John Millar

2 minutes read

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Radbournes Ltd on a roll with IVECO Eurocargo mixers

Hereford-based garden and construction contractor Radbournes Ltd has added two IVECO Eurocargo (ML180E25K) cement mixers to its fleet, each ready to complete up to 1,000 deliveries per year – equating to 27,500 miles - on behalf of its customers.

Post by John Millar

2 minutes read

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Davies Crane Hire returns to Volvo for huge 150-tonne FH16 780

Carmarthen-based Davies Crane Hire has continued its long-standing relationship with Volvo Trucks by welcoming a 150-tonne FH16 780 6x4 tractor unit into its operation.

Post by John Millar

3 minutes read

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Coille Haulage reinforces fleet with powerful new Volvo FH trucks from Asset Alliance Group

Hard-working Scottish timber transporter Coille Haulage has secured three Volvo FH 540 tractor units on a four-year contract hire deal via Asset Alliance Group.

Post by John Millar

2 minutes read

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New Chief Sales Officer and changes on the Supervisory Board at Schmitz Cargobull

Ralph Kleideiter appointed Chief Sales Officer, leading Sales division on the Schmitz Cargobull Management Board / Yvonne Seggewiss succeeds Manuel Terhürne on the Supervisory Board

Post by John Millar

2 minutes read
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