Truck Manufacturers·3 min·31 October 2025British Steel upgrades external fleet with first-ever Renault TrucksBritish Steel has taken delivery of four new Renault Trucks T480 tractor units with Turbo Compound engines – the first Renault Trucks to join its external fleet – as part of a major fleet replacement programme aimed at boosting efficiency, sustainability and driver comfort.
Truck Manufacturers·3 min·30 October 2025Driving performance and service support brings Lloyds Transport back to VolvoTamworth-based haulier Lloyds Transport has acquired nine Volvo FH Aero 6x2 tractor units, the first of a total of 15 due to be delivered to the operator in 2025.
Truck Manufacturers·2 min·29 October 2025Milestone: Volvo’s electric trucks reach 250 million kilometersVolvo’s electric trucks have now driven more than 250 million kilometers since the company launched its first electric models in 2019.
Truck Manufacturers·3 min·24 October 2025S R Harradine Haulage marks 25 years with new Volvo FMX tipperCambridgeshire-based S R Harradine Haulage Limited has continued its transition to Volvo Trucks, acquiring its latest model from the manufacturer – an FMX 460 8x4 tipper – which replaces a vehicle from a rival marque in the firm’s fleet.
Truck Manufacturers·2 min·24 October 2025Six new Isuzu Grafters for Britannia Buffet ServicesLeicester-based, Britannia Buffet Services has taken delivery of six new Isuzu N35.125 Grafters, each mounted with a specialist Jiffy Banquet body from Jiffy Trucks, replacing identical vehicles coming to the end of service within its nine-strong mixed commercial fleet.
Truck Manufacturers·2 min·24 October 2025Leyland Trucks expands award-winning apprenticeship scheme with 21 new recruitsLeyland Trucks has welcomed 21 new apprentices to its award-winning scheme, further strengthening its commitment to developing homegrown talent.
Truck Manufacturers·3 min·24 October 2025Fuel economy gains highlighted in Abbey Logistics’ latest DAF XF 450 fleet roll-outAbbey Logistics, part of the Sitra Group, has taken delivery of 40 DAF XF 450 FTP 6x2 tractor units, strengthening the UK’s largest bulk liquid and bulk powder food transport fleet.
Truck Manufacturers·3 min·23 October 2025PACCAR Achieves Good Quarterly Revenues and Profits“PACCAR delivered good revenues and net income in the third quarter of 2025. Peterbilt, Kenworth and DAF’s excellent trucks contributed to the good results,” said Preston Feight, chief executive officer.
Truck Manufacturers·2 min·23 October 2025Renault Trucks launches new online recall checker to help operators stay ahead on safety and complianceIn a major step toward increasing safety transparency and reducing unplanned downtime, Renault Trucks has launched a new Vehicle Recall & Campaign Checker - a fast, easy-to-use online tool that allows operators and fleet managers to check whether any Safety Recalls or Customer Notifiable Campaigns apply to their vehicles.
Truck Manufacturers·2 min·21 October 2025Fuel duty rise could cost the country over £7bnThe RHA (Road Haulage Association) has warned the Chancellor that scrapping the fuel duty freeze in the Autumn Budget could increase household living costs by £7.3bn between now and 2029.
Truck Manufacturers·4 min·18 October 2025Boosting Efficiency and Looking to the Future - MAN Truck & Bus UK opens a New State-of-the-Art Experience and Training Centre.MAN Truck & Bus UK Ltd proudly announces the opening of its dedicated Experience and Technical Training facility, the “MAN Truck & Bus UK Experience and Training Centre,” located in Trafford Park, Greater Manchester.
Truck Manufacturers·3 min·17 October 2025First all-electric Volvo FM Low Entry hits the road in IrelandMotorway maintenance business Egis Lagan Services has taken delivery of the first Volvo FM Low Entry truck to go into service in Ireland.
Truck Manufacturers·2 min·17 October 2025Carrier Transicold Introduces eCool-Drive: The First Power Converter Specially Designed for Electric TractorsExplore the new solution and Carrier Transicold’s full portfolio of sustainable solutions at Solutrans at Hall 4, Stand D 065
Truck Manufacturers·3 min·16 October 2025Renault Trucks maps public charging hubs for electric trucks in EuropeRenault Trucks is publishing an open-access map on its corporate website showing the location of public charging hubs for electric trucks in Europe.
Truck Manufacturers·2 min·16 October 2025Nottinghamshire scaffolding specialist, Empire Scaffolding invests in 13 Renault Trucks to support national growth.Empire Scaffolding, a leading scaffolding company based in Hucknall, Nottinghamshire, has expanded its fleet with the addition of 13 new Renault Trucks, enhancing its operational capabilities across the UK.
Truck Manufacturers·2 min·14 October 2025Ecovadis Gold: Seven Consecutive Years of CSR Excellence for Renault TrucksRenault Trucks reaffirms its commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility, having been awarded the Ecovadis Gold certification for the seventh year in a row.
Truck Manufacturers·3 min·14 October 2025Devon feed specialist Harpers Feeds chooses Renault Trucks tridems for fleet expansionDevon-based agricultural feed specialist Harpers Feeds has taken delivery of two new Renault Trucks C P8X4*4 tridems vehicles from local dealer Sparks Commercials, marking the company's first investment in the Renault Trucks brand.
Truck Manufacturers·4 min·11 October 2025Back on the road again - MAN Truck & Bus UK Ltd showcase Off-Road Performance, Durability and Innovation at their 2025 Lion's Off-Road Experience.Leading commercial vehicle manufacturer MAN Truck & Bus UK Ltd is back on the road, embarking on a three-week nationwide tour to showcase the off-road performance, durability, and innovation of its construction-focused range.
Truck Manufacturers·3 min·10 October 2025East Kent Recycling selects Volvo Trucks for major mixed model orderDover-based East Kent Recycling has taken delivery of 23 new trucks supplied by Volvo.
