Full power and even more efficiency: In 2022, Mercedes-Benz Trucks will be launching the third generation of its OM 471 heavy-duty commercial vehicle engine on the market Drivetrain optimisation Further reduction of fuel consumption by up to 4% Newly-developed exhaust gas aftertreatment system Increased fuel efficiency and compliance with the …
Read More »Mercedes-Benz Trucks lands a sensational awards double and now sets its sustainability sights on an exciting 2022
Mercedes-Benz Trucks is ending a memorable year in the best possible way, after winning another two prestigious industry accolades. Just eight days after being named ‘LGV Manufacturer of the Year’ at the 2021 GreenFleet Awards, Mercedes-Benz Trucks took the ‘Most Innovative Product’ honours for the Actros range at Logistics UK’s …
Read More »NS Clarke achieves valuable savings with damage-resistant upgrades to its Mercedes-Benz Actros
Bulk haulier NS Clarke Transport has reported a significant reduction in repair costs since it became one of the first customers for new options designed to protect Mercedes-Benz Actros that venture onto off-road sites. Over the last year Dealer Midlands Truck & Van has supplied the Staffordshire-based operator with its …
Read More »Daimler Truck AG and BP to pioneer deployment of hydrogen infrastructure
Daimler Truck AG and BP Advanced Mobility Limited („BP“) has announced plans to work together to help accelerate the introduction of a hydrogen network, supporting the roll-out of a key technology for the decarbonization of UK freight transport. They intend to pilot both the development of hydrogen infrastructure and the …
Read More »Introducing Motus Truck & Van, a new force in Mercedes-Benz and FUSO commercial vehicles
Mercedes-Benz Trucks and Mercedes-Benz Vans have welcomed the latest member of their shared Dealer network – unlike other new franchisees, though, there will be no ‘learning curve’ to negotiate for Motus Truck & Van. That’s because its team are already steeped in the ethos of the two brands they represent, …
Read More »FTS Group capitalises on Mercedes-Benz Trucks’ safety leadership with 21 four DVS star-rated Actros from S & B Commercials
Safety and compliance are top priorities for Forward Trucking Services, so given that its trucks work regularly in and around London the Hertfordshire-based operator chose a new fleet of Mercedes-Benz tractor units that achieve four Direct Vision Standard stars “straight out of the box”. Economy is crucial, too. Not only …
Read More »H&C Haulage goes bananas for its Mercedes-Benz ‘Muck Monkey’ and Rygor’s back-up
Family matters for Mercedes-Benz fan Jason Ward. He took the initials of daughters Holly and Carly when naming his business H&C Haulage, and in its 20th anniversary year he has just treated son-in-law Rhys to his dream truck. A real head-turner, the 8×4 Arocs was supplied to the Swindon-based aggregates …
Read More »ETS is the new name driving Mercedes-Benz Trucks aftersales service in Dorset
More than 25 years after he last worked for a member of the Mercedes-Benz commercial vehicle network, Colin Gale has re-established his association with the manufacturer – this time, though, it’s the name of his own business that’s above the workshop doors. ETS Truck & Van, of Blandford Forum, Dorset, …
Read More »With Mercedes-Benz Trucks, the best just keeps getting better
The announcement last month of a new emergency stop function designed to further increase the safety of its ground-breaking Active Drive Assist technology has underlined once again Mercedes-Benz Trucks’ commitment to the constant improvement of its products. Many of the innovations and developments made to its range by the company’s …
Read More »Salvatori enters a new era by welcoming its first eight Mercedes-Benz Actros from Sparshatt Truck & Van
The opening by The Salvatori Group of an additional depot in Sittingbourne, Kent, paved the way for the introduction of its first Mercedes-Benz trucks. The transport, logistics and warehousing provider is now running eight new-generation Actros 2548 tractor units with flat-floored BigSpace cabs and pioneering safety features, including MirrorCam technology …
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