Latest Press releases

Reed Boardall has turned to Volvo Trucks for two new 42-tonne FM Electric 4x2 tractor units, marking the customer’s latest step in decarbonising its transport operations with alternative fuel products from the Swedish manufacturer.

Walsall-based Low Wheel UK has welcomed a Volvo FH Aero 500 6x2 tractor unit into its fleet – marking the first instance of Volvo’s new model to be deployed into day-to-day customer operation in the country.

Dawsongroup emc, a major supplier of self-drive vehicles on contract hire for the environmental, municipal and civil sectors, is investing heavily with more than 100 new Volvos joining its fleet this year, including seven electric trucks – helping customers to gain immediate experience with zero tailpipe emission HGVs.

Gregory Group is driving towards its ambitious sustainability goals with the delivery of six new Volvo FE Electric 4x2 curtainsiders. The zero-tailpipe emission rigids form part of a wider order with Volvo Trucks, which also comprises 50 ultra fuel-efficient FH with I-Save tractor units.

The Ashcourt Group has taken delivery of four new 44-tonne Volvo FH Electric 6x2 tractor units – the biggest single order in the UK to date for the manufacturer’s largest zero tailpipe emission model.

Joseph Parr (Alco) has taken delivery of a Volvo FM Electric 6x2 rigid, believed to be the first zero-tailpipe heavy-duty truck working for a builders’ merchant in the UK.

Waste and resource management expert LondonEnergy has taken delivery of a Volvo FM Electric 6x2 tractor unit to maximise the decarbonisation potential of its operations.

Fred Sherwood Transport has taken delivery of two 44-tonne Volvo FH Electric 6x2 tractor units to improve the sustainability of its operations and help its customers reduce their environmental impact.

Ringway Hounslow Highways has taken delivery of the UK highways sector’s first 26-tonne Volvo FE Electric 6x2 rigid featuring a tipper grab body and low entry cab, ensuring the vehicle is fully compliant with London’s five-star Direct Vision Standard (DVS) requirements.

Knowles Logistics is expanding its fleet of zero tailpipe emission electric trucks with the delivery of three Volvo FM Electric 4x2 tractor units. They will operate with tri-axle curtainside trailers at 42-tonnes gross vehicle weight, on a short-shunt operation for longstanding customer and international food and drink group Princes Limited.

R Swain and Sons has put a new Volvo FM Electric 4x2 tractor unit into operation, working exclusively on its contract with CPI Books.

Insulation supplier Galaxy Insulation and Dry Lining has taken delivery of two Volvo FE Electric 6x2 rigids as part of the business’ ongoing efforts to reduce its carbon footprint. The new arrivals are direct replacements for similarly sized diesel trucks.

Kent-based Castledene Transport has taken delivery of a brand-new Volvo FH 500 with I-Save Globetrotter XL 6x2 tractor unit, sporting a special livery to celebrate the customer’s 45th anniversary.

Palletline member HMT Group has extended its long-standing relationship with Volvo Trucks by welcoming seven new Volvo FH with I-Save 460 Globetrotter XL 6x2 tractor units. The deal ensures HMT Group’s articulated fleet remains exclusively Volvo.

Family-owned Fox Group is taking delivery of four new zero tailpipe emission Volvo trucks which will be used to service a low carbon asphalt plant being constructed at its site in Leyland.

As part of its ongoing fleet transition from a rival vehicle manufacturer, Butcombe Brewery has taken delivery of its two latest Volvo trucks. The customer’s new arrivals come in the form of a Volvo FE 6x2 and a Volvo FL 4x2 rigid, meaning the Swedish marque now accounts for seven of the customer’s 18-strong commercial vehicle fleet.

Mining services business Orica UK has continued a long-standing partnership with Volvo Trucks by adding four new Volvo FMX 460 6x4 rigids to its fleet. The new trucks are equipped with MEMU mixing tank bodies that are used to make explosives for the mining and quarry industries.

Two Volvo Truck & Bus dealers have found an innovative solution to overcome one of the biggest barriers the UK faces with the shift to zero emission transport.

Lenham Storage has put its first zero-tailpipe emission trucks into operation, having taken delivery of two new Volvo FM Electric 4x2 tractor units. The addition of the electric trucks marks the next step on the road for the forward-thinking, family-owned business’ sustainability drive.

Volvo Used Trucks customers purchasing a Volvo Approved grade vehicle can now extend the manufacturer’s driveline warranty from the standard 12-months to a maximum of 36-months, at the point of purchase.