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For even better fuel efficiency, higher payloads and enhanced manoeuvrability, DAF is introducing an Electric Hydraulic Steering (EHS) system on 6×2 tractor and rigid vehicles with a steered pusher axle. The new system is available for the complete New Generation DAF truck range: the XF, XG and XG⁺ as well as the XD. Especially heavy…

DAF Trucks continue to storm ahead in the UK’s new truck sales market, further increasing their market share compared to previous years. With the third quarter of 2022 showing DAF with a market share approaching almost one third means that practically one in every three trucks registered in the UK in 2022 was a DAF….

Farnborough Van & Truck Hire (FVTH) is one of the first UK operators to take DAF Trucks’ new DAF PowerLine fully automatic gearbox; part of a raft of driveline upgrades designed to deliver up to a 7% improvement in fuel economy for the market leader’s DAF LF range. At a special handover at Leyland Trucks,…

The company that owns DAF Trucks has always been a highly profitable and reliable business and this trend is set to continue as the company posts record earnings. “PACCAR achieved record net income for the third quarter of 2022,” said Preston Feight, chief executive officer. “PACCAR’s third quarter results reflect the strong demand for premium,…

DAF is displaying its New Generation of construction trucks at Bauma, the world’s largest exhibition for the construction industry, taking place in Munich, Germany from the October 24th to 30th. The New DAF XDC and XFC share their design underpinnings with the XD and the XF. Excellent offer for construction applications The XDC and the…

DAF Trucks has introduced a revised range of drivelines for its LF series of trucks. The new PACCAR PX-5 and PX-7 engines in combination with the new automatic 8-speed PowerLine gearboxes result in up to 7% higher fuel efficiency compared to the already very efficient models. There is no mention of the lower-powered 3.8 litre…

Ford & Slater, one of DAF Trucks’ largest and most successful UK dealer groups has taken on the franchise to deliver Sales, Service and Parts at locations in Leeds, Sheffield and Stockton-on-Tees. The appointment by DAF Trucks means Ford & Slater replaces Evans Halshaw as the main DAF Dealer at all three sites. The new…

DAF has introduced a completely new range of distribution trucks at the IAA Transportation 2022.  At the same event, the newly launched XD truck range also managed to win ‘International Truck of the Year 2023’ – following on the heels of the DAF XF and XG range that won the award for 2022. The New…

Cambridgeshire tanker and haulage specialist Turners (Soham) Ltd. has taken delivery of its 1,000th lightweight ‘FTP’ 6×2 mid-lift tractor from DAF Trucks. Vehicle number 1,000 is a New Generation DAF XF450 FTP, and part of Turners’ latest order for 69 DAF XF tractor units. The trucks add to the East of England-based company’s growing fleet…

DAF Trucks has announced a senior management reshuffle and the introduction of a new, dedicated EV Sales and Service function specifically to support the company’s expanding zero-emissions product and service offering. Nigel Beckett is appointed UK Parts Sales & Marketing Director following the retirement of Trevor Mitchell. Nigel has scaled the career ladder at DAF…

Two New Generation DAF XG 530 FTGs have quickly become a firm favourite for Lincolnshire-based agricultural haulier, Keyo. The firm, which took delivery of the three-axle tractor units in early July, has been so impressed by the performance of the new XG, it has already placed an order for a further two vehicles. Bucking the…

The Traton Group (Scania & MAN), Daimler Truck, (Mercedes & Fuso) and the Volvo Group (Volvo Trucks & Renault Trucks) have completed the final step in forming the previously announced joint venture for charging infrastructure in Europe. The new joint venture, with Anja van Niersen as appointed CEO, is expected to have a significant role…

The more protection for drivers, the better – that’s why the introduction of the DAF night lock for the company’s new range of trucks is a welcome feature. It looks discrete but is a simple but clever mechanical design where the driver can see that they are more protected. The Night Lock can be delivered…

The long-term replacement for the DAF CF is due to be launched in a couple of months. Although the new DAF XD will be made alongside the ageing CF versions, the assumption is that this will be a temporary measure for European markets whilst the development teams bring the new model up to speed with…

Bulk powder and liquid specialist, Abbey Logistics, has taken delivery of seven New Generation DAF XF 450 FTP tractor units, as part of its ongoing fleet replenishment programme. The new trucks continue the long-standing relationship between DAF Trucks and Abbey Logistics. Also joining the fleet are four previous generation DAF XFs. The UK’s largest transport…

Miniclipper Logistics has taken delivery of two new DAF LF260 18-tonne diesel 4×2 curtainsiders as it continues to re-shape its 70-strong truck and trailer fleet for the future. It is the first time the DAF brand has made it onto the solus MAN Miniclipper fleet but following an urgent need to grow its urban delivery…

Despite there being not too many visible up and down the roads of the UK yet, DAF tell us that they have built their 10,000th New Generation DAF truck. As the official production of the New Generation DAF XF, XG and XG⁺ series was only started last winter, this is quite an achievement for the…

Harry Wolters, PACCAR Vice President and DAF Trucks President has been promoted to General Manager Global Powertrain & Electrification at PACCAR Corporate, effective August 1. In his current position he will be succeeded by Harald Seidel, effective the same date. Harry Wolters has been with PACCAR for 26 years. During his career at DAF, he…

If you are looking to buy a new truck, then it pays to know if you are ordering from a major player or an also ran. To help you out, here are some bang up-to-date statistics, published by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). The market is down this year, but companies have…

The first of the large-cabbed DAF XG trucks are hitting the UK’s roads. One more has just arrived with its new owners – who have a further five to come shortly. JSP Hauliers in Manchester has taken delivery of its first New Generation DAF truck – a DAF XG+ 530 FTG – as part of…