Press Releases

Yorkshire’s David Blockley and Son has taken delivery of a new stand-out Volvo FH16 Aero 780 6x2 Globetrotter XL tractor unit, replacing a Volvo FH 540 working on contract with livestock haulier Fred Greenwood and Son.

Family-run H.B. Holt & Sons has taken delivery of its latest Volvo Trucks model, welcoming a stunning Volvo FH Aero 540 6x2 tractor unit, equipped with a Globetrotter XXL cab, to its 40-strong commercial vehicle operation.

Joda Freight has expanded its busy commercial vehicle fleet with the addition of six new Volvo FH Aero 6x2 tractor units.

Barnsley-based Wordsworth Excavations has taken delivery of a Volvo FH 500 8x4 rear-steer tag tridem fuel tanker, extending its long-standing partnership with the manufacturer.

Yorkshire’s Nostrop Storage has taken delivery of a Volvo FH Aero 500 6x2 tractor unit, to bolster its busy general haulage operations.

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.

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.

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.

Bradford-based Sherborne Upholstery has taken delivery of two new Volvo FM 4x2 rigids, chosen due to the manufacturer’s reputation for superior fuel performance, driving efficiency and cab comfort.

Econ Engineering has today launched a versatile new electric gritter truck which can be operated year-round, thanks to a range of demountable body options which allow it to seamlessly switch between fleet roles, all whilst ensuring zero-tailpipe emissions.

Sheffield-based Newell & Wright Group has welcomed two new Volvo FH with I-Save 6x2 tractor units to help the company reduce the carbon footprint of its operations.

WORKING families in Yorkshire and Lincolnshire are amongst those hardest hit by the cost of living crisis in 2023, according to findings by Hauliers Against Hunger.

Sustainability initiative to reduce emissions in Midlands and the North

Bradford-based PD Bannister has taken delivery of seven Volvo FH with I-Save 460 Globetrotter 6x2 tractor units, the first of 12 Volvo trucks due to arrive at the business over the next 12 months.

Potato business Branston is making significant fuel savings from its 33-strong Volvo truck fleet following an in-depth driver training programme utilising Volvo Connect.

Staff at Crossroad Truck & Bus in Birstall raise £4,830 to fight cost of living crisis

Cash and groceries donated by Crossroads Truck & Bus