With production from the end of 2021, the new top of the range truck from DAF has finally arrived. With a brand new cab design – the first for the XF-type range since the 1990s, the brand new XG range will has set some new standards for cab design. The relaxing of certain length rules means that DAF are the first out with the cab designed to meet these new criteria. That’s what makes the new XG range particularly exciting. DAF are continuing with their XF range, but, as with Scania and their ‘S’, DAF are introducing the premium XG and going one further with the XG+ range. There won’t be many used examples of the XG trucks for sale until towards the end of 2022 – but it will be about 2025 until we see these on the UK’s used truck market in any great numbers. Keep checking back to find any ex demonstrator DAF XG trucks for sale from the DAF dealers.
The DAF XG, along with all new generation trucks (XF and XD), is being fitted with an Electric Hydraulic Steering (EHS) system on 6×2 tractor and rigid vehicles with a steered pusher axle. This new steering system replaces a mechanical variant. The two steering arms and the auxiliary drop arm are replaced by an electronically-controlled steering pump unit, which results in 30 kilograms lower weight. Thanks to reduced friction, the new EHS system results in a 0.3% fuel efficiency gain as well. In addition, components of the new system take less space on the chassis, allowing up to 40% larger fuel tanks on the tractor version. The turning circle of the tractor and rigid chassis models has been further reduced by 12%, resulting in optimal manoeuvrability. At speeds of over 45 km/h, the new electric hydraulic steered pusher axle locks itself in the straight-ahead position
Costica Moscal has emerged as winner of the 2024 edition of the DAF UK & Ireland Driver Challenge. After successfully completing a series of tough theory, practical tests and driving challenges, Costica, a Driver and Driver Trainer at Oxalis Logistics, fought off strong competition from 20 other highly-skilled driving professionals over the weekend event (27th & 28th October). In the fourth edition of the event, the DAF Driver Challenge is the culmination of a search across the UK and Ireland to find the very best commercial vehicle driver. An initial online registration process included assessments, on-road awareness and demonstrating a…
DAF is introducing a range of new improvements to its New Generation DAF series. Originally launched in 2021, the heavyweight range gets a series of driveline and aerodynamic optimizations which, according to DAF, result in up to 3% fuel efficiency gain. This is in addition to the 10% improvements the New Generation DAF achieved back in 2021. The range has an improved specification including the new PACCAR Connect fleet management system which offers additional opportunities to enhance operating efficiency. These new generation DAF trucks are available for ordering now. We have summarised the highlights for you below. Efficiency Improvements PACCAR…
Revealed at this year’s IAA show in Germany, DAF have announced that they have achieved an additional 3% improvement in the new generation range of XD, XF and XG trucks through driveline and aerodynamic improvements. Driveline Improvements Optimised driveline efficiency is achieved through new engine valve timing, a dual drive coolant pump and a 2-cylinder clutched air compressor. Turbo and EGR systems have also been updated. New fuel injectors support excellent efficiency, reliability and durability. Innovations to DAF’s popular SR1344 rear axle program include a new pinion design which offers enhanced strength and durability and also allows the highest PACCAR…
DAF Trucks has revealed a special edition model of the DAF XG+ with premium features, to celebrate 75 years of truck manufacturing. The foundation for DAF was laid in 1928 with Hub van Doorne's Machine Factory. The firm produced its first, revolutionary lightweight semi-trailers a few years later. From there it was a logic step to the development of DAF’s first truck, which saw the light of day in 1949. The vehicle wasn’t much more than a chassis with an engine, a grille, brakes and a steering mechanism. In the early years, customers had to acquire the cab from specialized…
Shipping container and rail freight specialist, Newell & Wright Transport (NWT), has started to buy DAF trucks again and has just seen six new DAF XG 450 three-axle tractor units delivered. These are the first DAFs in the Newell & Wright fleet since 2019. The new DAF XG tractors – featuring DAF’s ‘FTG’ 6x2 axle configuration – join the 105-vehicle operation following very encouraging fuel trials, with economy figures continuing to improve week-on-week since vehicles hit the road in March. The current fuel average across the new XG units stands at over 10.5 mpg, representing an almost 20% improvement in…