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    Netherlands-Based Peter Appel Transport Tests DAF CF Hybrid Trucks
    Posted On: March 4, 2020
    The Netherlands-based Peter Appel Transport is currently testing two DAF CF Hybrid trucks with diesel engines and electric models. ...
    Volvo Unveils Redesigned FM & FMX Heavy-Duty Trucks
    Posted On: February 28, 2020
    The most obvious upgrades to the Volvo FM and FMX are their new exteriors, but the real action is in their brand-new cabs. ...
    Harrisons Transport Adds 8 New Volvo FH Trucks For Temperature-Controlled Transport Operations
    Posted On: January 14, 2020
    Harrisons Transport, a cargo and freight company based in Holmes, Preston in Lancashire, recently added eight new Volvo FH trucks to its fleet. ...
    Volvo To Display 17 Vehicles At Truckfest 2019 In Peterborough, Including FH & FM Range Trucks
    Posted On: April 25, 2019
    Volvo will have 14 new FH trucks on display at this year’s Truckfest, as well as a used FH-460 13-litre 6x2, a used FM-450 11-litre truck, and an FM Roll-Over cab. ...
    New Scania R 520 Trucks Help Swedish Haulier Significantly Cut Down On Fuel Costs
    Posted On: January 28, 2019
    A Sweden-based transportation company recently upgraded from Scania R 580 trucks to new R 520 models and lowered their annual fuel costs by roughly 10,000 euros per truck. ...
    SK Distribution Steps Up To 500-Horsepower Volvo FH Truck
    Posted On: January 11, 2019
    SK Distribution, a pallet delivery company and Palletways network member based in Buxton, Derbyshire, recently added a new Volvo FH-500 6x2 tractor unit to its fleet. ...
    Brooking Hire Puts New High-Spec Volvo FH16 Sweeper Truck Into Operation
    Posted On: December 18, 2018
    Totnes, Devon,-based Brooking Hire recently added a new FH16 to its fleet of 14 Volvo trucks, all of which are outfitted with vacuum sweeper bodies. ...
    DAF LF Wins Truck Of The Year At 2018 Commercial Fleet Awards
    Posted On: December 17, 2018
    The DAF LF was named Truck of the Year for the second year in a row at the 2018 Commercial Fleet Awards, coming out on top thanks to its performance and reliability and DAF’s excellent aftersales support. ...
    A1 Services (Manchester) Limited Adds Two Volvo FMX 6x4 Tractor Units To Its Fleet
    Posted On: December 11, 2018
    A1 Services (Manchester) Limited, a waste removal and recycling company, recently purchased two Volvo FMX 6x4 vehicles, which are the first tractor units the company has ever owned. ...
    Hayton Coulthard Transport Brings 28 New Volvo FH Trucks Onboard
    Posted On: November 14, 2018
    Hayton Coulthard Transport, based in Twynholm, Scotland, added 28 Volvo FH500 6x2 tractor units to its fleet on a three-year contract hire agreement to replace its previous lineup of FH460 models. ...
    R M Hadfield Haulage Orders 14 New Volvo FH-500 6x2s, One Volvo FH-540 8x4
    Posted On: October 25, 2018
    R M Hadfield Haulage, based in Buxton, Derbyshire, recently ordered 14 Volvo FH-500 6x2 Lite tractors from Thomas Hardie Commercials Ltd, bringing the total in its fleet up to 20. ...
    Eco-Readymix Brings New Volvo FMX 8x4 Rigid Truck Onboard
    Posted On: October 24, 2018
    Eco-Readymix, a ready-mix concrete supplier based in Rhostyllen, Wrexham, Wales, recently added a new Volvo FMX 8x4 rigid chassis truck to its fleet. ...
    Scania Australia Helps With Crocodile Research At Steve Irwin Wildlife Reserve
    Posted On: October 15, 2018
    Scania Australia is providing a G500 truck to help deliver boats, traps, and other equipment that will aid the Australia Zoo Wildlife Warriors and University of Queensland in their crocodile research and conservation efforts. ...
    CEVA Logistics Brings In Fleet Of 85 Volvo FM Trucks For Work With British Gypsum
    Posted On: October 9, 2018
    CEVA Logistics, with multiple locations around the UK, recently purchased a fleet of 85 Volvo FM tractor units. ...
    Wicks Group Puts New Volvo FH-460-Based Horsebox Into Operation
    Posted On: October 4, 2018
    Barrow-in-Furness-based Wicks Group recently added to its fleet a horsebox with a Volvo FH-460 6x2 chassis as its base. ...
    Alwin Limited Highlights Success With Feature-Rich DAF XF 530 Models
    Posted On: August 6, 2018
    Alwin Limited, which has been in business for 50 years and maintains operations in the waste management and temperature-controlled distribution industries, wants to make a statement with its two New DAF XF 530 trucks. ...
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    Five-Star Quartet! 4 More Scania Trucks Receive Euro NCAP's Top Rating
    Posted 15/09/2026
    Joining Scania's L-series and P-series trucks, which received Euro NCAP's top rating earlier this year, are a pair of R-series and G-series trucks in 4x2 tractor and 6x2 rigid forms, respectively. ...
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    Your Guide To Buying Used Vans In The UK
    Posted 11/09/2026
    Truck Locator makes it easy to find the right used van for your needs, providing photos, videos, and detailed specifications along with the seller’s contact information and the other vehicles they have for sale. ...
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    Rave Reviews & First-Class Demo See BCD Logistics Take 5 New Volvo FH Aeros
    Posted 10/09/2026
    BCD Logistics has added its first-ever batch of Volvo trucks to its fleet, taking delivery of five FH Aero 6x2 Globetrotter tractor units following the impressive performance of a demonstrator. ...
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    DPD Chooses Mercedes-Benz Vans For New EVs
    Posted 10/09/2026
    Mercedes-Benz Vans today announces that leading delivery company DPD has selected dealer eStar to supply 341 eSprinters as part of a wider fleet agreement. ...
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    The Truck Locator Buyer’s Guide To Luton Vans
    Posted 09/09/2026
    If you're in the market for a vehicle to transport lightweight but bulky cargo, explore Luton vans for sale on TruckLocator.co.uk. ...
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    MAN Forms Strategic Partnership With RMMV & WB Group & Revives Polish Truck Brand Star
    Posted 08/09/2026
    The aim of this partnership is to combine the complementary strengths and expertise of the three companies to address European defence requirements more effectively. ...
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    'Beyond Diesel': MAN Explains How Electric Trucks Become A Competitive Advantage Today
    Posted 07/09/2026
    A new strategic report from MAN Truck & Bus titled “Beyond Diesel” demonstrates through three international fleets at different stages of electrification that early adopters are gaining a structural competitive advantage. ...
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    How To Find Vans On TruckLocator.co.uk
    Posted 31/08/2026
    Bookmark this guide as a reference for finding new and used vans for sale or rent in the United Kingdom. ...
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    Volvo Releases Special-Edition Truck To Celebrate Its 100-Year Anniversary
    Posted 19/08/2026
    In a prelude to the Volvo Group’s 100th anniversary celebrations in 2027, Volvo Trucks has unveiled a new special version of its FH, FH16, FH Aero, and FH16 Aero tractor units. ...
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    A Plessas Transport Expands Krone Fleet With Further Container Equipment Investment
    Posted 14/08/2026
    The Felixstowe-based operator adds Krone Box Liner FS10 chassis and eLT3-40 straight frames as business continues to grow. ...
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