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Trinity Francis

Trinity writes about everything from cars and vans to trucks and plant machinery. In 2023, she was awarded the Iveco Commercial Vehicle Writer of the Year at the annual Guild of Motoring Writers Awards for her work in Commercial Motor. 

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Will hydrogen make it as a zero-emission fuel for HGVs?
Although not considered zero-emission technology by the UK government, many industry experts believe hydrogen has a key role to play in the decarbonisation of heavy transport
Knowledge Hub - Trinity Francis
December 12, 2025
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Trio of heavy haulage Volvo FH16 tractor units join Elevas
Elevas has added three new Volvo FH16 780 6x4 tractor units to its fleet
Industry News - Trinity Francis
December 3, 2025
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VEGA International electrifies MAN truck deliveries by road and rail
MAN eTGX trucks have been introduced to do final mile deliveries from the VEGA rail terminal in Rheine
Industry News - Trinity Francis
December 2, 2025
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Biffa orders 57 new vehicles from Boughton Engineering
Boughton Engineering has started building 57 new vehicles for the waste management specialist Biffa
Industry News - Trinity Francis
November 28, 2025
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Tennants Distribution adds five new Volvo FMs to fleet
Tennants Distribution has taken delivery of three new Volvo FM Globetrotter 6x2 rigids and two FM Globetrotter 6x2 tractor units
Industry News - Trinity Francis
November 25, 2025
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Renault Trucks launches new electric rigid
The Renault Trucks E-Tech D14 is a new 14-tonne electric rigid designed for inner city distribution routes
News - Trinity Francis
November 25, 2025
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Pair of new Renaults for a pair of milestones at Katem Logistics
Durham-based Katem Logistics has taken delivery of two new Renault Trucks T Highs to mark the company’s 30th anniversary and its founder’s 90th birthday.
News - Trinity Francis
November 20, 2025
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Bridgestone’s tyre retread brands Bandag takes on Chinese competitors in Europe
Bandag, the Bridgestone tyre retreading company, has reasserted its commitment to the European market
News - Trinity Francis
November 19, 2025
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Krone Coil Liner trailer joins Hoylake Commercial fleet
Hoylake Commercial has taken delivery of a new Krone Coil Liner trailer, bringing its fleet of Krone units up to six
News - Trinity Francis
November 18, 2025
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ReFuels breaks ground on bio-CNG station in South Wales
ReFuels has started the construction of a new site in Magor, South Wales
Industry News - Trinity Francis
November 13, 2025
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Can AI streamline your fleet operations?
The aim of the new FleetLive platform is to create one source of truth where all your company’s information is held, lowering the risk of unwanted incidents and potentially reducing insurance costs
Knowledge Hub - Trinity Francis
November 12, 2025
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DAF launches limited offer for XD Electrics
DAF has launched a limited time offer on 100 XD Electric 350 FT 4x2 tractor units
Industry News - Trinity Francis
November 11, 2025
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Lancashire Renewables gets 35 new Volvo trucks and trailers
Waste treatment firm Lancashire Renewables has taken delivery of 35 new Volvo trucks and trailers
Industry News - Trinity Francis
November 11, 2025
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UK CNG network said to grow with three new sites planned
CNG Fuels has secured a £25 million five-year debt facility with Foresight Group to fund three new bio-CNG refuelling stations
Industry News - Trinity Francis
November 10, 2025
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Certas Energy adds new Warrington refuelling site to UK network
Following a £1.2 million investment, Certas Energy has opened a new refuelling site in Warrington
Industry News - Trinity Francis
November 7, 2025
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New truck registrations see downturn in first three quarters of 2025
Across the EU, data from Q1 to Q3 2025 has shown a year-on-year decline in new truck and van registrations
Industry News - Trinity Francis
November 6, 2025
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How successful has Operation Tramline been, ten years on?
In the 10 years since its inception, Operation Tramline has involved 35 police forces and more than 13,000 hours of patrols. How successful has it been in its bid to improve safety on our roads?
Knowledge Hub - Trinity Francis
November 6, 2025
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Four new Renaults join British Steel fleet
British Steel has added four new Renault Trucks T480 tractor units to its external fleet under a fleet replacement programme
News - Trinity Francis
November 5, 2025
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Weightlifter Bodies and PPG Fabrications appoints new MD
After more than six years as managing director at Weightlifter Bodies, Nigel Butler is stepping down
Industry News - Trinity Francis
November 4, 2025
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Eighteen new Krone sliding skeletal trailers join Martello Transport
Felixstowe-based Martello Transport has added 18 new Krone box liner sliding skeletal trailers to its fleet
News - Trinity Francis
November 3, 2025
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Nine new Volvo FH Aeros join Lloyds Transport
Lloyds Transport has taken delivery of nine Volvo FH Aero 6x2 tractor units
News - Trinity Francis
November 3, 2025
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Vertellus appoints new customer experience manager
Contract hire firm, Vertellus, has announced Gemma Honor is stepping into the newly-created customer experience manager role
Industry News - Trinity Francis
October 31, 2025
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Renault Trucks publishes European charging map for eHGVs
Renault Trucks has launched an interactive map for eHGV charging sites in Europe
News - Trinity Francis
October 27, 2025
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Freeland Freight moves entire fleet over to Michelin tyres
Freeland Freight has decided to switch its fleet over to Michelin tyres
News - Trinity Francis
October 24, 2025
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Collett & Sons acquires new Goldhofer blade lifter for Sanquhar II Wind Farm project
Halifax-based Collett & Sons has ordered a new Goldhofer FTV850 Blade Lifter system due to be delivered in February 2026
Industry News - Trinity Francis
October 24, 2025
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ACEA supports deadline extension for zero emission truck exemptions
Following the European Parliament’s approval of the extension to the deadline that allows member states to exempt zero emission trucks and buses from CO2-based road user charges ACEA has welcomed the decision
Industry News - Trinity Francis
October 23, 2025
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Mixture of MAN and Scania skiploaders and hookloaders join NWH Group
NWH Group has taken delivery of seven new trucks designed for the company’s waste management work
News - Trinity Francis
October 22, 2025
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RHA revives tipping group to tackle industry challenges
The RHA has relaunched its National Agricultural Foods & Tipping Group, with members meeting at Fruehauf’s Grantham factory to discuss fuel costs, electrification and the future of bulk haulage
News - Trinity Francis
October 20, 2025
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Bosch deploys Iveco fuel cell hydrogen truck at Nuremberg plant
Bosch has deployed a hydrogen-powered Iveco truck with its own fuel cell system at its Nuremberg plant to cut logistics emissions and test the technology in daily use
News - Trinity Francis
October 16, 2025
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Empire Scaffolding expands fleet with 13 new Renault Trucks
Hucknall-based Empire Scaffolding has added 13 new Renault Trucks to its fleet
News - Trinity Francis
October 16, 2025
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GB Concrete gets new Volumech Cemen Tech C60 concrete mixer
West Midlands-based GB Concrete has added a new Cemen Tech C60 mixer from Volumech to its fleet
News - Trinity Francis
October 16, 2025
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Certas Energy unveils HVO bunker at Tyseley Energy Park in Birmingham
Certas Energy has opened its first HVO-only bunker at Tyseley Energy Park in Birmingham
News - Trinity Francis
October 15, 2025
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ForFarmers partners with Prometeon on fleet tyres
ForFarmers has appointed Prometeon to supply and manage tyres across its 160-strong HGV fleet under a new price-per-kilometre contract aimed at boosting efficiency and sustainability
News - Trinity Francis
October 13, 2025
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First HGV HyperCharger enters production at Voltempo’s Birmingham facility
Series production of Voltempo’s HyperCharger has begun at Tyseley Energy Park in Birmingham
Industry News - Trinity Francis
October 13, 2025
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Welch Group explores flexible charging solutions with Optimo Energy partnership
Supporting its existing eHGV operations, Welch Group has announced a strategic partnership with Optimo Energy to optimise energy management across its depots
Industry News - Trinity Francis
October 10, 2025
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CTS Hire to expand municipal rental fleet with new Dennis Eagle and Terberg Matec UK trucks
In response to new simpler recycling regulations, CTS Hire is growing its rental fleet in partnership with Dennis Eagle and Terberg Matec UK
News - Trinity Francis
October 9, 2025
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Six new Volvo FH Aeros support Tomsetts Distribution’s environmental goals
Tomsetts Distribution has added six new Volvo FH Aero 6x2 Globetrotter XLs to its 18-strong fleet, supporting its drive towards carbon neutrality with improved fuel efficiency and lower emissions
News - Trinity Francis
October 2, 2025
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Two Renault Trucks E-Tech trucks join Expect Distribution under eFREIGHT 2030 consortium
Expect Distribution has added a Renault Trucks E-Tech T 4x2 tractor unit with sleeper cab and a Renault Trucks E-Tech D Wide rigid with curtainsider body to its fleet
News - Trinity Francis
October 1, 2025
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Thermo King replaces T-Series with new TX-Series range
Thermo King’s new TX-Series replaces the T-Series with lighter, more efficient refrigeration units offering greater cooling capacity and quieter operation
News - Trinity Francis
October 1, 2025
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Everything you need to know about the DAF Trucks XG+ UK30 Special Edition
To mark its 30th consecutive year of leading the UK market, DAF wanted to do something special. Meet the striking Special Edition XG+, which the manufacturer unveiled at Road Transport Expo
Knowledge Hub - Trinity Francis
September 26, 2025
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New generation Goodyear KMAX GEN-3 announced
Goodyear has launched the latest generation of its KMAX truck tyre range
News - Trinity Francis
September 26, 2025
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Harrods starts electric shift with new DAF XD Electric
Knightsbridge department store, Harrods, has added a new 20 tonne DAF XD Electric 270 4x2 rigid to its fleet
News - Trinity Francis
September 25, 2025
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Rygor Group recognised in UK’s best workplaces
Great Place to Work has named Rygor Group in its 2025 list of the UK’s best workplaces in manufacturing, production and transportation. Anonymous feedback from employees about their experiences are used to decide which companies feature on the list.
News - Trinity Francis
September 25, 2025
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Whale Tankers and Allison Transmission partner to offer five-year extended warranty
Built on Scania chassis, Whale Tankers will now offer vacuum tankers and jetting equipment paired with Allison Transmission's 3000 and 3200 series fully automatic transmissions with a five-year extended transmission coverage (ETC)
News - Trinity Francis
September 24, 2025
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MAN tracks down its highest mileage truck in Europe
A one-owner 2008 MAN TGX 18.360 has been identified as the highest mileage MAN vehicle in Europe with 3,266,208km on the clock. Owner Helmut Heckmann from Osthavelland Transport operates the truck with a two man team on long distance haulage work
News - Trinity Francis
September 22, 2025
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Four Mercedes-Benz eActros 600s support first electric UK and Ireland music tour
Sam Fender’s People Watching tour became the first major live music tour to run entirely on electric trucks, with four Mercedes-Benz eActros 600s covering 934 miles across the UK and Ireland
News - Trinity Francis
September 15, 2025
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Slam Transport replaces one fifth of fleet with new Volvo FH tractor units
Slam Transport has added 50 Volvo FH I-Save 460s to its fleet, boosting efficiency and driver comfort as Volvo vehicles now make up 35% of its 250-strong operation
News - Trinity Francis
September 14, 2025
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Mac’s unveils hidden front legs system for Volvo FH Aero
Mac’s Truck Sales has adapted its patented front legs design for Volvo’s new FH Aero, debuting the system at its Huddersfield open day alongside a crane operator competition
News - Trinity Francis
September 12, 2025
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How you move a heavy load
With wind turbine components becoming larger and heavier, new products are being developed to transport them. Here, we look at the innovative technology that is being put out there by manufacturers to cope with increasingly challenging loads
Knowledge Hub - Trinity Francis
September 8, 2025
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