Latest Press releases

Volvo Trucks has completed the second major refurbishment of one of its wholly-owned London dealerships within the space of just 18 months – completely overhauling its London North depot, which has been the site of a Volvo Truck & Bus operation since 1994.

Kirkby Skips Ltd has taken a huge step towards decarbonising its fleet of 18-tonne skiploaders with the delivery of five new Volvo FE Electric 4x2 rigids. The zero-tailpipe emission trucks replace five older diesel units in the forward-thinking business’ 20-strong commercial vehicle fleet.

Bradford-based Bower Green has taken delivery of three Volvo FH Aero 460 with I-Save 6x2 tractor units to modernise its commercial vehicle fleet and continue its long-standing relationship with the manufacturer.

South Yorkshire’s Hallam Express has taken delivery of its latest Volvo Trucks models, this time opting for eight new Volvo FH Aero 460 6x2 tractor units in order to benefit from the vehicles’ fuel-saving credentials.

Axis Logistics has taken delivery of a new Volvo FH Aero 500 Globetrotter XL, having been blown away with the fuel figures recorded on a demonstrator vehicle benefitting from the manufacturer’s turbo compound technology.

Palletforce-owned Dobbs Logistics is reaping the rewards of adopting three new Volvo FH 500 with I-Save Globetrotter XL 6x2 tractor units, noting substantially improved fuel economy versus trucks from a rival manufacturer.

Maritime Transport, the UK’s leading provider of integrated road and rail freight logistics, has once again entrusted Volvo Trucks with a key vehicle order, securing a total of 150 new Volvo FH Aero with I-Save 6x2 tractor units.

The first Volvo FH Aero in Wales has gone into service with Pontypool-based JP Bull Transport. Volvo Trucks’ latest version of its iconic FH was launched to market earlier this year and is now starting to hit the roads across the UK.

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.