DAF Trucks
DAF CF75 cements its position in Lafarge fleet
DAF has cemented its place in the Lafarge fleet after the building materials supplier took delivery of 12 new 360hp CF75s for use by its Readymix division.
High power, high spec DAF is flagship of Barry Proctor fleet
At 510 horsepower, bristling with extra lights, and in a stunning metallic paint finish, the new DAF XF105 flagship of the 24-strong fleet of Barry Proctor Services Limited is sure to be a head-turner.
Allied Bakeries delivers daily bread with line-up of new DAF trucks
One of the UK’s leading bread makers, Allied Bakeries, is undergoing a significant fleet renewal programme following the purchase of 105 new DAF commercial vehicles.
Bespoke DAF XF105 adds glitz and glam to Alex Glenn’s fleet
Bedfordshire-based fresh produce wholesaler Alex Glenn Potatoes has taken delivery of its very first DAF tractor unit; a fully customised DAF FTG XF105.460.
DAF & Imperial named top 'Apprenticeship Employers'
Both DAF Trucks and Imperial Commercials have been recognised in the first ever Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers list, supported by the National Apprenticeship Service (NAS) and City & Guilds - the UK’s leading vocational education organisation.
DAF XF105 a power player for Currie European
One of the largest UK-based international transport operators, Currie European, has renewed a portion of its truck fleet following the arrival of 35 new DAF XF105s.
Flexibility and driver safety key features of Marshalls new DAFs
Operational flexibility, optimisation of payload and improved driver safety were key factors in the development of a very detailed specification for 16 DAF drawbar outfits now in service with Marshalls, the UK’s leading producer of hard landscaping products.
DAF opens subsidiary in Moscow
DAF Trucks N.V. has opened its own marketing and sales office in Moscow with a view to furthering DAF's growth in the Russian market.
High powered DAF for Arden Wood Shavings
Optimising journey times and overcoming wind resistance when carrying high sided containers are the main reasons behind Arden Wood Shavings choosing the highest power rating available in its new 44 tonne DAF drawbar outfit.
Canute evaluates ‘whole life’ costs of DAF’s XF105
Canute Group, one of the UK’s fastest growing logistics companies, has put a dozen DAF XF105s into its 600 vehicle fleet to evaluate the whole life cost of running the model.
DAFcheck: 4000 inspections every week and counting
The DAFcheck maintenance records system continues to assist road transport operators and technicians improve access to,and retention of, service and maintenance records averaging some 4000 inspection records every week, having just passed 280,000 inspections since launch.
Turners (Soham) hits triple century with DAF CF
Cambridgeshire-based haulage firm Turners (Soham) has recently taken delivery of its 300th specialised DAF CF FTP tractor unit. The arrival of the new truck means Turners (Soham) is now one of the largest fleet operators of FTP CFs in the UK and it will form part of the specialised transport operator’s existing 1000-strong truck fleet.
DAF launches new EcoDrive Driver training programme
DAF has introduced its EcoDrive Driver training programme in the UK, to help operators get the maximum out of their drivers and vehicles.
New DAF boosts productivity at recycling equipment firm
Productivity and efficiency in the collection, delivery and installation of recycling equipment has been considerably boosted by the flexibility designed into an unusual new DAF now in service with Husmann UK.
Strength in depth for DAF at 2011 CV Show
DAF Trucks will be adding to the sparkle of the 2011 Commercial Vehicle Show, which returns to the Birmingham NEC for the first time since 2008. DAF has been the consistent market leader in the UK for over 15 years and has achieved a strong market presence in all sectors.