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    Volvo Trucks Reveals Inter-Vehicle Connectivity Solution to Boost Safety
    Posted On: May 9, 2018
    Road safety is a key issue in the auto industry, with car and truck manufacturers alike attempting to do more to address current concerns and lower the number of incidents which result in injuries or fatalities. ...
    Updates to Truck Battery Technology Brings Driver Benefits to Volvo Trucks
    Posted On: January 9, 2018
    Volvo is updating its truck battery technology for both the FH and FM ranges as part of a move to improve their usability and make life easier for drivers... ...
    Volvo Plans Urban Truck Showcase and Operator Consultation at Freight in the City
    Posted On: October 18, 2017
    Next month sees the Freight in the City event return to London, shining alight on the benefits and pitfalls of operating HGVs in modern urban environments... ...
    Improved In-Cab Technology Launched by Volvo Trucks
    Posted On: April 4, 2017
    Volvo Trucks has introduced an updated version of its infotainment unit for its flagship HGVs, promising that the new system will integrate a multitude of features which were previously distinct from one another to give drivers a more cohesive and convenient user experience, according to UK Haulier... ...
    Volvo Trucks Reinforces Safety Commitment at CLOCS Event
    Posted On: March 17, 2017
    This week Construction Logistics and Community Safety (CLOCS) held a meeting in London in order to discuss the progress which is being made and to highlight the vehicle and equipment manufacturers that are taking the biggest steps to make their products better at integrating with the rest of the modern world... ...
    Posted On: September 10, 2013
    Truck manufacturers have many headlining rigs, the kind that turn heads with superlative power and well-appointed cabs... ...
    Used Volvo FM13 430 LXL 6x2 Tractor | A TruckLocator Review
    Posted On: August 12, 2013
    The LXL acronym on this worthy combination stands for an 'L' (low roof) on the 'XL' (Globetrotter cab)... ...
    The Volvo FM13 400 Euro 4 Tipper | A TruckLocator Review
    Posted On: August 5, 2013
    It's well known that Volvo has something in its FM range for almost every operator... ...
    Volvo Trucks Launch FM at CV Show | Video Too
    Posted On: April 18, 2013
    Volvo’s big reveal of their new Volvo FM truck was only partially spoiled by their pre-launch ‘Paparazzi’ campaign, since the tractor unit version had been kept under wraps... ...
    The New Volvo FM - Coming Soon
    Posted On: March 25, 2013
    The new Volvo FM is set to be launched at the Commercial Vehicle show, in Birmingham, in April 2014... ...
    Volvo FM 8x2 Rigids for L Lynch
    Posted On: March 28, 2011
    Already a major Volvo operator with more than 50 Volvo trucks in the 450 strong fleet, construction and plant hire company L... ...
    HARTSHORNE IN VOLVO FM FUEL TANKER ORDER
    Posted On: March 9, 2011
    What did oil distributior, BD Fuels of Stafford chose for their replacement tanker for their fleet? ...
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    Deliveries Are Sweeter Than Ever For Tunnock’s With New Volvo FH Aero
    Posted 01/06/2026
    After a recent acquisition, Tunnock’s Teacakes and Caramel Wafers will be delivered in a new Volvo FH Aero 6x2 rigid dressed in livery to match the Caramel Wafer wrapping. ...
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    Volvo FM Electric Shows Its Steel For Special Green Delivery
    Posted 28/05/2026
    Haulage firm ET Morris & Sons has successfully transported the first load of fossil-free steel to land in the UK, using a Volvo FM Electric 4x2 tractor unit for a zero-tailpipe emission delivery. ...
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    Find Parts & Components Fast & Easy On TruckLocator.co.uk
    Posted 26/05/2026
    Truck Locator’s new, dedicated Parts For Sale page makes finding the parts and components you need faster and easier than ever. ...
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    MAN Truck & Bus: Waste Collection Goes Electric
    Posted 18/05/2026
    MAN is electrifying its municipal portfolio, for waste collectors, winter gritting services, and more, with significantly fewer emissions and less noise. ...
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    Nooteboom Mega Windmill Trailer XXL’s Stability Impresses Silvasti CEO
    Posted 11/05/2026
    The Mega Windmill Trailer XXL is a third-generation semi-trailer from Nooteboom Trailers that can transport small- and large-diameter wind turbine tower sections with weights of up to around 100 tonnes. ...
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    Volvo Trucks’ All-New Combustion Engine Platform: Superior Fuel Efficiency & Ready For A Wide Range Of Alternative Fuels
    Posted 11/05/2026
    Volvo Trucks has unveiled two all-new 13-litre engines – its most fuel-efficient ever – which are ready for renewable diesel and gas fuel types, including future hydrogen applications. ...
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    Volvo FM Makes First-Time Volvo Buyer CT Glass A Believer
    Posted 08/05/2026
    Volvo’s FM 380 6x2 rear-steer rigid curtainsider impressed first-time Volvo buyer CT Glass with its manoeuvrability, efficiency, comfort, and safety features. ...
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    Alliance Flooring Distribution Adds 11 New Volvo FH Aero 460s To Fleet
    Posted 07/05/2026
    Alliance Flooring Distribution recently added 11 new Volvo FH Aero 460s to its fleet, joining 39 previously purchased Volvo trucks and boosting the fleet’s Volvo contingent to 30%—all in just two years. ...
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    DAF Launches Interactive Route Simulator For Electric Trucks
    Posted 29/04/2026
    DAF Trucks is launching an interactive route simulator that provides transport operators with insight into real-world deployability of electric DAF trucks in their specific daily operations. ...
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    5-Star Performance! Scania P-Cab Duo Receive Euro NCAP's Top Rating
    Posted 22/04/2026
    Joining Scania's L-cab 6x2 refuse truck, which received Euro NCAP's top rating in 2026, are a pair of P-cab trucks in 4x2 distribution and 6x2 utility forms. ...
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