Press Releases

Haulage firm ET Morris & Sons has successfully transported the first load of fossil-free steel to land in the UK, using a Volvo FM Electric 4x2 tractor unit for a zero-tailpipe emission delivery.

Bradford-based CT Glass has turned to Volvo Trucks for the first time, acquiring two FM 380 6x2 rear-steer rigid curtainsiders to support its busy operations.

Wakefield-based Maia Waste has taken delivery of a Volvo FH Aero 8x4 rigid mounted with hookloader bodywork – meaning eight of the business’ 12 trucks are now supplied by Volvo Trucks.

Specialist enabling works contractor The Sirius Group has put its first ever truck on the road – a stunning Volvo FH16 780 Globetrotter XL 6x4 tractor unit.

Ossett-based A Davies Transport is reaping the rewards of 15 new Volvo FH Aeros, selected due to the marque’s brand reputation for reliability and product performance. The trucks – replacing similar models previously provided by a competing brand – will operate nationwide, completing palletised deliveries.

Keighley-based R McDowell Haulage & Distribution has taken a new direction with its commercial vehicle fleet, opting to acquire three Volvo FH Aero 6x2 tractor units to support its high mileage operations.

Keighley-based Byworth Boiler Hire has turned to Volvo for the supply of its first-ever brand-new truck – an FH 540 6x2 tag axle tractor unit. The vehicle arrives as a replacement for an equivalent asset in the customer’s five-strong fleet, which was previously supplied by a competing manufacturer.

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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.