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Image for Race Report: Brands Hatch Season Finale for the British Truck Racing Championship

Race Report: Brands Hatch Season Finale for the British Truck Racing Championship

The 2024 British Truck Racing Championship came to a thrilling conclusion at Brands Hatch last weekend, wrapping up a season filled with determination, growth, and hard-fought battles on the track. Tom and the Navistar team came into the final weekend with ambition and drive, and while challenges continued to test their resolve, the progress made over the season has the team looking toward 2025 with optimism and confidence.

6th November 2024
Image for Triumph and Heartbreak at Le Mans Sets Up Dramatic British Truck Racing Championship Finale

Triumph and Heartbreak at Le Mans Sets Up Dramatic British Truck Racing Championship Finale

The 2024 British Truck Racing Championship is heading toward an electrifying finale after a heart-pounding weekend at Le Mans (September 28/29), where hopes soared, emotions ran high, and the championship battles were thrown wide open. In a weekend filled with breathtaking action, the penultimate event of the season delivered everything fans could dream of—leaving the titles in both Division 1 and Division 2 hanging in the balance, to be decided at the very last round.

30th September 2024
Image for Thrills and Spills at Snetterton as British Truck Racing Heats Up

Thrills and Spills at Snetterton as British Truck Racing Heats Up

The British Truck Racing Championship delivered a weekend of high drama at Snetterton (September 21-22), with the title races in both divisions intensifying.

19th September 2024
Image for PR | MV Commercial Supports Fruehauf at the 2024 National Ploughing Championships as They Expand Across Ireland

PR | MV Commercial Supports Fruehauf at the 2024 National Ploughing Championships as They Expand Across Ireland

MV Commercial is proud to announce its support of Fruehauf, the market-leading tipping trailer brand, at the upcoming National Ploughing Championships 2024, as they embark on a major expansion across Ireland.

3rd September 2024
Image for PR: MV Commercial Continues its Sponsorship of Truckfest a Dedicated VW Crafter

PR: MV Commercial Continues its Sponsorship of Truckfest a Dedicated VW Crafter

MV Commercial, a leading name in truck, van and trailer sales and hire sector, is thrilled to announce our continued sponsorship of two of the UK's most prestigious trucking events: MV Commercial Truckfest Scotland and Fruehauf Truckfest Lincoln. As part of our commitment to the transport and logistics industry, we are exceptionally proud to support these events with a specially branded VW Crafter.

30th August 2024
Image for Blistering Track Action Heats Up a Sun-Soaked Convoy in the Park

Blistering Track Action Heats Up a Sun-Soaked Convoy in the Park

With the biggest beasts in British Motorsports thundering around the Donington Circuit and what seemed like thousands of trucks on display from some of the biggest names in the industry, Convoy in the Park truly is the biggest and best celebration of all things trucking!

16th August 2024
Image for PR | EJC Contracts Grabs Some New Tippers From MV Commercial

PR | EJC Contracts Grabs Some New Tippers From MV Commercial

Northern Ireland-based EJC Contracts has taken delivery of three new DAF CF 450 8x4 32-tonne tipper grabs from MV Commercial, each equipped with Thompsons bodies and Palfinger Epsilon cranes. 

6th August 2024
Image for Tom Thrills with Trophy at Thruxton | MV Truck Racing

Tom Thrills with Trophy at Thruxton | MV Truck Racing

Tom and the team thrill at Thruxton with a spectacular third in the final race of the weekend!

8th July 2024
Image for PR | OLD HAULAGE LIKES THE CUT OF MV COMMERCIAL’S JIB THANKS TO RAPID PLANT BODY DELIVERY

PR | OLD HAULAGE LIKES THE CUT OF MV COMMERCIAL’S JIB THANKS TO RAPID PLANT BODY DELIVERY

Blaydon-based Old Haulage has praised MV Commercial for the company’s ability to quickly supply a fully refurbished Volvo FH, mounted with a Cormach Serie 75000 crane and fly jib, to help it secure a new business opportunity.

5th July 2024
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Thruxton Circuit: High Speed Truck Racing

The British Truck Racing Championship continues the thrilling 2024 season with the thunderous race trucks returning to Thruxton Circuit on the 6-7 August for a spectacular weekend’s worth of high-speed action.

26th June 2024
Image for PR | MV Supplies Bespoke Beavertail Trucks to Readypower Rail Services

PR | MV Supplies Bespoke Beavertail Trucks to Readypower Rail Services

MV Commercial has supplied Readypower Rail Services, a specialist in rail and infrastructure services, with three 32-ton Volvo 8x2s equipped with heavy haulage plant bodies and Palfinger PK33002 loader cranes.

19th June 2024
Image for PR | MV Named as Scottish Top 100 Company

PR | MV Named as Scottish Top 100 Company

MV Commercial is proud to announce its inclusion in the prestigious Scotland Limited 2024 list, ranking at number 60 among Scotland’s leading private companies. This well-respected list, compiled by Grant Thornton UK, places MV Commercial within the top 100 of 350,000 private sector businesses in Scotland.

3rd June 2024
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Supporting Mackenzie Transport Services' Charity Golf Day

We were thrilled to support Mackenzie Transport with their Charity Golf Day, held on 26th May at the beautiful Carnwath Golf Club, as it raised money for Oldmeldrum Breast Cancer Now and Action for Pulmonary Fibrosis.

30th May 2024
Image for Hot Trucking Action under the Scorching Welsh Sun

Hot Trucking Action under the Scorching Welsh Sun

The next round of the British Truck Racing Championship roared into the Pembrey Circuit this past weekend, accompanied by stunning weather and an electric atmosphere, with crowds of people turning out for the action and excitement of a whole weekend’s worth of thrilling racing.

20th May 2024
Image for Day or Night, Rain or Shine: Our mobile mechanics are here to help!

Day or Night, Rain or Shine: Our mobile mechanics are here to help!

We know that breakdowns don't adhere to schedules—they can strike at any moment, regardless of the time or weather conditions. That's why we've a dedicated fleet of mobile mechanics and crane engineers, ensuring our teams are always ready to spring into action, day or night.

8th May 2024
Image for Muddy Roads and Mighty Trucks: Truckfest Lincoln Recap

Muddy Roads and Mighty Trucks: Truckfest Lincoln Recap

Truckfest Lincoln's big move to a new venue brought both excitement and a few bumps in the road. We want to send a huge shout out to everyone who braved the heavy traffic on Super Saturday—your dedication means the world to us!

8th May 2024
Image for PR | Durham Haulage Firm Returns To MV Commercial For DAF XF 530 Hiab 858

PR | Durham Haulage Firm Returns To MV Commercial For DAF XF 530 Hiab 858

Phelan Haulage has expanded the flexibility of its operations after taking delivery of a DAF XG 530 tractor unit mounted with a HIAB X-HIPRO 858 EP-6 crane from MV Commercial, that its director describes as “an absolute monster”.

5th April 2024
Image for PR | FTH Praises MV Commercial For Exceptional Service with new DAF Trucks

PR | FTH Praises MV Commercial For Exceptional Service with new DAF Trucks

FTH Hire Group has commended MV Commercial’s bespoke livery service and quick vehicle turnaround times, after taking delivery of a refurbished DAF LF 230 and four new DAF CF 480 rigid trucks, all mounted with beavertail plant bodies.

5th April 2024
Image for PR | Quick Delivery for Ellerslie's High Spec DAF Tipper Grab

PR | Quick Delivery for Ellerslie's High Spec DAF Tipper Grab

Ellerslie T&C commends MV Commercial for promptly delivering a new DAF CF 450 tipper grab directly from its Ready to Go fleet. This swift solution helped the utilities contractor bypass lengthy lead times that other suppliers were quoting for the truck.

5th December 2023
Image for The Highs and Lows of Brands Hatch 2023

The Highs and Lows of Brands Hatch 2023

The 2023 British Truck Racing Championship has witnessed a season marked by both triumphs and setbacks for MV Truck Racing. Throughout the year, the team has diligently engaged in the meticulous development of their trucks, experimenting with a wide array of configurations and adaptations tailored to the diverse racetracks they've encountered.

7th November 2023
Image for PR | MV Commercial Shortlisted for Rental, Leasing and Contract Hire Award by Commercial Motor

PR | MV Commercial Shortlisted for Rental, Leasing and Contract Hire Award by Commercial Motor

We are thrilled to have been named as a finalist for Commercial Motor's Rental, Leasing and Contract Hire Award. This recognition underscores our commitment to excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction in the truck, trailer and van industry.

16th October 2023
Image for PR | 15 DAF CF 450 Tipper Trucks to Pegasus

PR | 15 DAF CF 450 Tipper Trucks to Pegasus

Pegasus Group has recently added new 15 new tipper grabs to its lineup as part of its fleet rejuvenate program. This initiative further solidifies their growing partnership with MV Commercial.

12th October 2023
Image for Brace Yourself for the BTRC 2023 Finale at Brands Hatch

Brace Yourself for the BTRC 2023 Finale at Brands Hatch

The 2023 British Truck Racing Season counts down to a spectacular finale at Brands Hatch on the 4th & 5th of November.

11th October 2023
Image for PR | Valley Water Hails Quality of Tippers from MV Commercial

PR | Valley Water Hails Quality of Tippers from MV Commercial

Water and utility solutions company, Valley Water Services, says four DAF CF 450 tipper grabs purchased from MV Commercial are reducing downtime and improving the efficiency of the business.

25th September 2023
Image for PR | MV Commercial Returns as Headline Sponsor for Truckfest Scotland for 2023

PR | MV Commercial Returns as Headline Sponsor for Truckfest Scotland for 2023

MV Commercial, one of the UK's leading truck supply companies, is thrilled to announce its return to Truckfest Scotland as the headline sponsor. This annual event, which is the largest of its kind in Scotland, is a must-attend for anyone in the truck sales and hire industry. With thousands of attendees, Truckfest Scotland is the perfect opportunity to showcase the latest in truck technology and innovation, as well as connect with customers and other industry leaders.

18th July 2023
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RETURN OF THE GREMLINS AT THRUXTON

The highly anticipated race at Thruxton proved to be a testing ground for Tom and his team as they encountered a series of obstacles throughout the weekend. From extreme heat during setup to technical issues and unfortunate incidents, their resilience was put to the ultimate test.

12th July 2023
Image for PR | MV Commercial Recognised in FEBE Growth 100 Line-up

PR | MV Commercial Recognised in FEBE Growth 100 Line-up

Airdrie-based truck specialist, MV Commercial, has earned a place on the esteemed FEBE Growth 100 list, which recognizes the fastest-growing, founder-led private companies in Britain.

28th June 2023
Image for PR | ML Hughes Hail Quality of Refurbished Tipper Grabs from MV Commercial

PR | ML Hughes Hail Quality of Refurbished Tipper Grabs from MV Commercial

ML Hughes Plant Hire has praised the high standard of two refurbished Scania tipper grabs sourced from MV Commercial – and its “brilliant aftersales service”.

19th June 2023
Image for PR | CG Utilities Returns To MV For 20 Tippers & Hot Boxes

PR | CG Utilities Returns To MV For 20 Tippers & Hot Boxes

CG Utilities, a leading installation specialist, has recently acquired a fleet of 10 DAF CF450 32-tonne tippers and 10 new DAF LF290 18-tonne hot box trucks from MV Commercial, a trusted supplier. This strategic move was prompted by the company’s rapid business expansion and the increasing demand for its services nationwide.

31st May 2023
Image for MV Truck Racing at Pembrey Circuit: Sun's Out, Diffs Out

MV Truck Racing at Pembrey Circuit: Sun's Out, Diffs Out

The scorching Welsh sun was not the only surprise in store for Team MV Truck Racing at Pembrey Circuit during the second round of the British Truck Racing Championship. Mechanical failures almost cost them the weekend's races.

22nd May 2023

News Archive

Image for PR | Lancashire Builders Merchant Strengthens Operations With Brick Grab Crane Trucks

PR | Lancashire Builders Merchant Strengthens Operations With Brick Grab Crane Trucks

Fielden Factors has taken delivery of six DAF vehicles from MV Commercial – including one with a bespoke front-mounted HIAB crane – as part of its fleet renewal programme.

15th May 2023
Image for MV TRUCK RACING LOOKS TO REBUILDS MOMENTUM AT PEMBREY

MV TRUCK RACING LOOKS TO REBUILDS MOMENTUM AT PEMBREY

Round two of the 2023 British Truck Racing Championship (BTRC) is just a week away, and the MV Truck Racing team is hard at work putting the finishing touches to a rebuild follow the spectacular and heart-breaking crash at Brands Hatch.

12th May 2023
Image for PR | MV Commercial Launches New Trim Levels To Cater For Changing Commercial Van Driver Tastes

PR | MV Commercial Launches New Trim Levels To Cater For Changing Commercial Van Driver Tastes

Vehicle specialist MV Commercial is to put a major focus on the supply of Ford Transit Custom vans with bespoke styling, in response to a huge rise in demand for sportier-looking light commercial vehicles on the lease and rent-to-buy market.

12th May 2023
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MV TRUCK RACING RETURNS TO BRANDS HATCH

Despite the glorious sun over the Brands Hatch Circuit over the Easter Weekend and a fantastic opening qualifying, Team MV Truck Racing was left heartbroken after a disastrous crash in the final race of the opening round of the British Truck Racing Championship.

12th April 2023
Image for PR | MV Commercial Group renews long-standing partnership with the BTRC for 2023

PR | MV Commercial Group renews long-standing partnership with the BTRC for 2023

The British Truck Racing Championship is delighted to announce that the MV Commercial Group - which includes MV Commercial and its sister company Fruehauf - has renewed its long-standing partnership for the 2023 season.

4th April 2023
Image for MV Truck Racing Ready to Take on Brands Hatch Circuit in BTRC Opener

MV Truck Racing Ready to Take on Brands Hatch Circuit in BTRC Opener

The start of the 2023 British Truck Racing Championship (BTRC) is just around the corner, and the MV Truck Racing team is eagerly preparing to take on the competition at the iconic Brands Hatch Race Circuit on Eater weekend over April 8th and 9th . As one of the top teams in the championship, MV Truck Racing is excited to unveil their 2023 season truck in what promises to be a thrilling weekend of high-speed truck racing.

31st March 2023
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