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DAF’s New Generation DAF XB series goes on display for the first time in the UK at the London EV Show at ExCel London from the 28th to 30th November. The show exhibit, a 12-tonne XB Electric, is the newest addition to the range of zero emission models available from DAF. DAF Trucks recently announced…

Veterans into Logistics, a charity which specialises in helping former military personnel to re-train for a career in the logistics sector, has replaced its ageing fleet of three HGV driver training vehicles with modern Volvo trucks. The new vehicles comprise an FH 460 LNG Globetrotter 6×2 tractor unit donated by Volvo Trucks UK & Ireland,…

The annual Iveco Daily Mission Awards celebrate operators and their innovative Iveco vehicles. The hotly contested categories of Construction & Utilities, Grounds Maintenance and Forestry, Specialist Vehicles, and Delivery were joined by three brand-new awards – Livery of the Year, Bodybuilder of the Year, and eDaily Innovation. Hosted by broadcaster and journalist Laura Winter, and…

Ellerslie T&C has praised MV Commercial for delivering a new DAF CF 450 tipper grab direct from its Ready to Go fleet, helping the utilities contractor to avoid lengthy lead times in sourcing the truck from other suppliers. MV Commercial came to the aid of the Glasgow-based firm when it experienced significant problems trying to…

European Truck Simulator 2 incorporates DAF XD distribution truck When starting to play a truck simulation game, it’s likely that most people would want to opt for the flagship truck models – all high roof, high horsepower machines with all the bells and whistles. However, this approach does not actually reflect the reality of most…

Specially designed for transport of large volume and lightweight goods To perfectly tune the DAF XD to the individual tasks and requirements of operators, the XD with 6.7 litre PACCAR PX-7 engine is now available with wheelbases of up to 6.9 metres and a full suite of cabs, including the Sleeper Cab and Sleeper High…

Once again, Volvo Trucks has won the International Truck of the Year gong for its FH – but this time it is for the FH Electric. This is the first-ever electric truck to claim the title. In explaining their decision, the jury praised the electric truck’s performance, seamless acceleration, quietness, and vibration-free behaviour. “With the…

This week sees a purposeful-looking DAF LF220 18 tonne tipper feature on the front cover. This Euro 6 truck comes from a water utility, is LEZ ready and is fitted with tar chutes. It looks in almost new condition from the photos so should sell fast at £25,950+vat. Click to Read Page Turn Magazine Use…

At Truckpages we like to publish the updates provided by the commercial vehicle manufacturers when models are upgraded or facelifted. This means that when used truck & van buyers are researching their used truck or van purchase, they have information to call upon – it has usually been removed from the manufacturer’s own website, as…

Whenever a truck manufacturer reveals a new model, they will always produce reams of information about the design and benefits of the model year when compared to earlier versions. Unfortunately, over time, this information becomes superseded and confined to the truck maker’s archives, rather than their website. For this reason, at Truckpages, we like to…

IVECO presented its renewed product range and service offering to more than 1,300 customers, dealers, partners and international media at the “Be the Change” launch event held yesterday in Barcelona, Spain. For the first time in its history, the brand has renewed every single product line in its entire range at the same time with…

Volvo Trucks UK & Ireland has officially opened its new Apprentice Training Centre. The manufacturer is investing more than £300,000 in the facility, located within Remit Training’s Automotive Academy, in Derby. The move underlines Volvo Trucks’ commitment to its apprenticeship programme and the importance it places on providing its next generation of HGV technicians with…

Construction materials group, Breedon Group plc has taken delivery of its first ever Renault Trucks for its cement division after being impressed with the vehicle specification, service, and the overall deal on the table. Joining the 50-strong fleet are 24 new T520 6×2 tractor units, replacing a competitor’s model, with further expansion of Renault Trucks…

You don’t see many of these about. This ex MoD Foden tipper has come from the reserve stock. Looking at the mileage reading of just 8,000kms, this truck that first went into service in 2003 still looks factory fresh as far as the cab and the body are concerned. It’s an all wheel drive 6×6…

DAF Trucks has started its DAF EV Relay, with two DAF LF Electric 4×2 rigids on a tour of its Dealer Network to train and familiarise staff at all 34 of the company’s truck sales centres in the UK and Ireland. Each DAF Dealer will drive an LF Electric to its location before delivering hands-on…

We all know that electric trucks are more expensive to buy than their diesel counterparts – the ticket price is between two and three times that of a standard truck. Scania have got together with a German freight forwarding platform to offer electric trucks on a pay-per-use basis via a new joint venture company, JUNA….

Horses travelling to and from the UK and Europe can now make their journeys in safety, comfort and style in a pair of new Mercedes-Benz Actros transporters. Delivered to NRT Horse Transport Ltd by Dealer Motus Truck & Van, the two trucks have jumped straight into position as flagships of the operator’s fleet. One is…

This modern-looking line up on this week’s front cover comes courtesy of Malcolm Harrison who is due to auction over 40 Scania and Volvo tractor units in the forthcoming Lomas Distribution fleet renewal auction on Saturday 18th November, starting at 9am. These late Scania tractor units are R500 and 500S models and are joined by…

Well, we’ve never seen anything like it. Usually, top-end truck cabs couldn’t be further away from the world of municipal operations. However,  DG Sweeper Hire has added to its growing fleet of road sweepers with the delivery of a unique Volvo FH 420 4×2 rigid. The new arrival is believed to be one of the…

Mercedes-Benz Trucks has welcomed the latest member of its Authorised Repairer Network, providing support to heavy vehicle operators in the Central Belt of Scotland and beyond. Alltruck Group was appointed to its new status in July and has now opened to the public, following an intensive programme of staff training and recruitment. Meanwhile the finishing…