Mercedes-Benz clinches huge truck deal with MC Rental

The purchase will be the UK’s biggest yet for the truck with the most distinctive design on the road.

The ProCabin’s smooth front panel gives it a futuristic look that sets it apart from any other vehicle – but it’s not just a visual gimmick, as the cab’s improved aero-dynamics also bring a fuel efficiency improvement of up to three percent.

MC Rental has embraced this combination of forward-looking design, with tried-and-tested reliability, performance, efficiency and dependable back-up from Mercedes-Benz and supplying dealer Bell Truck and Van.

The first of the new trucks is due for delivery in May, with the rest of the order to be completed across the year. All will be Actros L 2553 units powered by 390kW (530hp), 12.8-litre in-line six-cylinder engines. Their Giga ProCabins feature double bunks, premium heated seats, fridges and luxury touches such as ambient lighting and extra USB-C sockets in the side walls.

The fresh design is more than skin-deep too – Actros L ProCabin trucks all boast a full suite of technological enhancements to boost both efficiency and safety. These include the latest version of Mercedes-Benz Active Brake Assist, now in its sixth generation, as well as Active Sideguard Assist and Front Guard Assist. Together these and other standard systems help the vehicle meet or exceed the latest General Safety Regulations.

Meanwhile driver comfort and efficiency are enhanced by Predictive Powertrain Control and Active Drive Assist functions and the My TruckPoint platform provides a range of over-the-air services direct to the cab.

The trucks will join MC Rental’s fleet of more than 2,500 commercial vehicles and be offered to customers across various industries, nationwide, via a range of tailored rental solutions.

MC Rental director of business development, Gina Ritrovato, said: “Our investment in these trucks is part of a strategy to refresh and expand our fleet. Some will replace older models, maintaining our average vehicle age at less than two years old. Others will increase our capacity to cope with growing demand.”

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