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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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Volante and John Palmer Carpets strengthen fleet operations through diesel and electric contract hire partnership with Vertellus

Vertellus, the OEM-backed full-service commercial vehicle contract hire and fleet management specialist, has strengthened its partnership with independent flooring distributor Volante and sister company John Palmer Carpets through a comprehensive five-vehicle contract hire agreement spanning both diesel and electric commercial vehicles.

Post by John Millar

5 minutes read

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SJ Tabner reaps rewards of Volvo FH Aero upgrade with improved fuel economy

Widnes-based SJ Tabner has continued its long association with Volvo Trucks, taking delivery of seven FH Aero 6x2 tractor units. Dedicated to the company’s UK-wide tanking operations, the trucks have been acquired due to its first-hand experience of the manufacturer’s driver comfort and excellent fuel economy.

Post by John Millar

3 minutes read

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Wren Kitchens takes a major step towards decarbonising logistics with Mercedes-Benz Trucks from Rygor

Wren Kitchens, the UK’s number one kitchen retailer, has taken a significant step towards decarbonising its UK logistics operation, by taking delivery of 10 fully electric Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 tractor units from established, award-winning Mercedes-Benz Trucks Dealer, Rygor Auto.

Post by John Millar

3 minutes read

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IVECO raises the bar: a new generation of vehicles and services for drivers and fleets

IVECO is presenting its latest vehicle range and service offer at IVECO Experience 2026, taking place in Turin from 1 to 4 July.

Post by John Millar

14 minutes read

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Terratank reinforces its fleet with fresh flow of Volvo FH Aeros

Andover-based Terratank has turned for the first time to Volvo Trucks, acquiring two FH Aero 500 6x2 tractor units. The trucks replace older assets in the business’s fleet, with Volvo selected due to driver preference.

Post by John Millar

4 minutes read

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JBS Haulage celebrates milestone with special-edition DAF

To commemorate 30 years in business, Sittingbourne-based operator JBS Haulage has invested in one of DAF’s special-edition UK30 models – the vehicle launched to celebrate 30 years of DAF being the market-leading truck manufacturer in the UK.

Post by John Millar

3 minutes read

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Renault Trucks brings innovation and 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.

Post by John Millar

6 minutes read

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VDL EQUIPMENT UK TO PREVIEW UK’S FIRST VOLVO FM ELECTRIC SKIPLOADER AT RTX 2026

VDL Equipment UK will be exhibiting at the Road Transport Expo (RTX) 2026 Stand Y34, utilising the event to give the industry a first look at a major engineering milestone: the country’s first Volvo FM Electric chassis fitted with a skiploader body.

Post by John Millar

2 minutes read

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Shoreham Port drives emission reductions with a Volvo FH Aero Electric

Shoreham Port has made a significant commitment to sustainability by investing in a new Volvo FH Aero Electric 6x2 tractor unit.

Post by John Millar

3 minutes read

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Special exhibition “130 Years of Commercial Vehicles” at the Mercedes-Benz Museum starting June 28, 2026

From the first Daimler truck to the eActros 600: 130 years of innovation for the transport of tomorrow

Post by John Millar

4 minutes read

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Michelin to showcase latest truck tyres and AI tools at Road Transport Expo 2026

Michelin will be showcasing its truck tyre technology, including the latest addition to its X Multi family of products, and explaining how embracing AI for day-to-day tasks can boost Fleet Manager’s productivity and help save hauliers’ money, on stand G54 at this year’s Road Transport Expo (RTX).

Post by John Millar

2 minutes read

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Daimler Truck Global Parts Center is now in full operation: Spare parts shipping from Halberstadt to Mercedes-Benz truck customers worldwide

Following the opening of the Daimler Truck Global Parts Center (GPC) in the summer of last year, the company has completed the gradual commissioning process and set the logistics center into full operation.

Post by John Millar

11 minutes read

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National Lorry Week 2026 underway as industry comes together to celebrate road transport

National Lorry Week 2026 is now underway, with operators, drivers, businesses and industry partners across the UK already taking part in this year’s campaign.

Post by John Millar

2 minutes read

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Bridgestone taking a calculated approach to fleet savings at RTX

Commercial fleets seeking significant annual savings are being urged make a journey to Bridgestone at this year's Road Transport Expo (RTX), where the company will unveil a revolutionary price comparison tool for the first time.

Post by John Millar

3 minutes read

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Powerday continues Volvo electric fleet expansion with FM Low Entry hookloaders

London-based waste and recycling management business Powerday has taken delivery of two electric Volvo FM Low Entry 8x4 rigids, the first in the UK to be installed with hookloader equipment.

Post by John Millar

3 minutes read

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Isuzu to Debut New Truck Range at RTX 2026

Isuzu Truck UK will unveil a new generation of commercial vehicles at Road Transport Expo 2026 (Stand Y37, 30 June – 2 July, NAEC Stoneleigh), marking the most significant overhaul of its product line-up in its 30-year UK history.

Post by John Millar

4 minutes read

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DAF Trucks Emerald Edition XG+ set to sparkle at RTX 2026

DAF Trucks will showcase its latest special edition flagship at this year’s Road Transport Expo, with the new DAF Emerald Edition set to make one of its first major public appearances at Stoneleigh Park.

Post by John Millar

4 minutes read

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TRP makes a big return to RTX in 2026

With a larger stand than ever before, TRP – PACCAR Parts’ all-makes commercial vehicle parts brand – will once again be demonstrating its extensive portfolio of products for the haulage industry at this year’s Road Transport Expo (RTX).

Post by John Millar

2 minutes read

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Newlay Asphalt adds eight Renault Trucks C 430 8x4s after second-site expansion

Renault Trucks has strengthened its long-standing relationship with independent asphalt supplier Newlay Asphalt, with eight new Renault Trucks C 430 8x4 rigids joining the fleet through Thompson Commercials.

Post by John Millar

7 minutes read

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Rugged IVECO X-Way broadens Penfold Verrall tipper fleet

Penfold Verrall Ltd has taken delivery of an IVECO X-Way 8x4 tipper (AD360X46Z/P OFF), strengthening its already 21-strong fleet of IVECOs.

Post by John Millar

2 minutes read

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Stuart Harvey Transport strengthens fleet with new Volvo FH Aero Globetrotter XXL

Bristol-based Stuart Harvey Transport has returned once again to Volvo Trucks, acquiring an FH Aero 500 6x2 tractor unit specified with a Globetrotter XXL cab for ultimate driver comfort.

Post by John Millar

3 minutes read

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ISUZU to debut next-generation truck range at RTX 2026

Isuzu Truck UK will unveil a new generation of commercial vehicles at Road Transport Expo 2026 (Stand Y37), marking the most significant overhaul of its product line-up in its 30-year UK history.

Post by John Millar

4 minutes read

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Volvo Trucks unveils full product line-up at Road Transport Expo with focus on efficiency and alternative fuels

Volvo Trucks will present its extensive product range at this year’s Road Transport Expo, giving visitors the chance to explore a broad cross section of trucks, cabs and drivelines engineered to meet the evolving demands of modern fleet operators.

Post by John Millar

1 minute read

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Mercedes-Benz Arocs Extent Special Edition joins MJ Freeth fleet

Mercedes-Benz Truck Dealer, Rygor Auto, has delivered the UK’s first special-edition Mercedes-Benz Arocs Extent, built as part of a strictly limited production run of just 100 units for Europe, to longstanding customer, MJ Freeth.

Post by John Millar

5 minutes read
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