Hi spec Volvos join Forrest Fresh Foods

Operating across the UK, they will deliver a wide portfolio of soft drinks to customers ranging from local cash and carries to major supermarkets and retailers.

Antony Owen, transport director, Forrest Fresh Foods, said: “We’ve had a solid track record with our Volvos over the years, so adding the new FH Aeros to our fleet felt like the right move. These trucks are built with efficiency in mind – and that’s a major priority for us, given the nature of our work.”

The new trucks are powered by a Euro-6 D13TC Step E engine, delivering 500hp and a peak torque of 2,800Nm. Volvo’s turbo-compound technology uses an extra turbine after the turbocharger to reuse excess energy from the exhaust, allowing energy to be converted to torque directly on the crankshaft to create a fuel-efficient engine.

The I-Save driveline also stands apart for delivering 300Nm more torque than the standard 500hp engine – leading to smoother, quieter rides and improved fuel efficiency, especially on motorways.

The trucks also feature Volvo’s 12-speed I-Shift automated transmission technology and I- See predictive cruise control to yield further economy and sustainability benefits, achieved through seamless gear changes and by allowing drivers to tackle hills and gradients in a higher gear, saving fuel without losing speed.

Finished to a high specification – including leather upholstery, dual armrests, an adjustable steering wheel with neck-tilt functionality, and climate control – the FH Aeros are decked out in the customer’s metallic black and green livery, complemented by Alcoa Dura Bright alloy wheels.