Knowles Logistics, a leading provider of supply chain and logistics solutions, has received its first Volvo Globetrotter Aero FH trucks.
The new vehicles will further underpin the company’s continuing commitment to delivering sustainable solutions to its customers.
Volvo Aero’s have been provided by Volvo Truck & Bus Centre East Anglia Centre in Ely with which Knowles Logistics has a relationship spanning over four decades. The vehicles will be covered by Volvo Blue R&M contracts.
Part of the FH range, the Globetrotter Aero has a unique aerodynamic design and is equipped with advanced fuel-saving technology boasting a potential 5% fuel saving.
Renowned for their efficiency and durability, the Volvo Aero FH range is ideally suited for long haul trunking. It has a cutting-edge design with an extension to the cab of 24 centimetres to make it more aerodynamic as well as providing better driving stability.
The trucks also feature enhanced safety features, with a Volvo camera monitoring system, collision avoidance systems and lane-keeping assistance, ensuring the highest levels of driver safety.
Additional features include Volvo’s new turbo-compound diesel 460hp engine, I-Shift which makes driving smooth, comfortable and efficient, drag free disc brakes which further reduce costs and carbon footprint, Volvo’s I-see technology and a tyre monitoring system.
The interior too is state of the art with a built-in microwave, interior light, night heater and roof hatch.
The new vehicles align with Knowles Logistics’ goals to reduce its carbon footprint while maintaining a best-in-class service.
Alex Knowles, Managing Director, Knowles Logistics commented: ““We are pleased to receive these new Volvo FH Aero’s to see the results of Volvo’s latest fuel saving technology. With fuel efficiency being so important these days and with large upcoming replacement programs, this give us the opportunity to benchmark the FH Aero and its suitability to the Knowles fleet.”
“The acquisition of these new vehicles is yet another step forward in our commitment to provide our customers with first-class logistics solutions.”
