Ray’s Transport get 10 out of 10 from Volvo

Cheshire-based, Ray’s Transport Ltd, have added three new Volvo FH-480 articulated trucks to replace older vehicles in their all-Volvo fleet.

Since Ray’s Transport Limited began trading over seven years ago, Managing Director, Ray Duckworth has purchased a number of marques. However, as Ray commented, “Having tested the market with a number of manufacturers I’ve remained loyal to Volvo over the past few years,” adding that, “After operating over 15 Volvos in recent years I can honestly say that their exceptional reputation is greatly deserved.”

In terms of vehicle performance, the latest Euro 4 Volvo FH additions to the 10-strong fleet were specified with 480 bhp, Globetrotter XL cabs in ‘Prestige’ trim, I-Shift automated transmission and all plated for 44 tonne GCW.

Ray added, “With over 27 years in the haulage industry I have seen a number of costly problems with manual transmission systems. However, as all my newer vehicles have the I-Shift system, they have been fantastic and more importantly, problem free.”

The three vehicles were purchased from Area Sales Manager, Mark Lingard at Thomas Hardie Commercials in Middlewich, where they will be serviced and maintained.

Along with the rest of Ray’s fleet the vehicles can be seen operating from their Winsford base across the North-west, working on a number of contracts including Morrison’s foods and Maxi Haulage.