Victorian Freight Specialists has received a Mercedes-Benz Actros ProCabin.
This truck is now the latest addition to the logistics operator’s fleet of over 160 units, which services both metropolitan and regional Victoria, along with Southern New South Wales and Canberra.
The new 13-litre, 1853 4×2 ProCabin joins a previous generation Mercedes-Benz Actros with the same specifications in Victorian Freight Specialists’ fleet.
This ProCabin introduces a new cab with a special aerodynamic design to further drive down fuel consumption, as well as an active safety package with an electronic platform that can respond 20 per cent faster than before.
Its compact size and manoeuvrability are also major operational benefits, according to Victorian Freight Specialists Director of Operations, Chris Collins.
“It’s so versatile,” he said.
“It is a great truck to have because you don’t have to send a big full-size semi into a tight spot.”
Since it was delivered to Victorian Freight Specialists, the new ProCabin has been put to immediate work – particularly as the logistics operator recorded its busiest night ever in the lead up to Christmas.
Because it operates the latest products from Mercedes-Benz Trucks, Collins was one of the first fleets to place an order for the ProCabin model.
“I was keen to get into one straight away,” he said.
“I loved the fresh look of the ProCabin and knew that it brought other fleet improvements, like more advanced safety.”
Additionally, Collins is a big advocate for the ProCabin’s fuel consumption and handling.
“I haven’t looked in too much detail, but it is doing even better than the existing truck, which was already great on fuel,” he said.
“And it’s a beautiful truck to drive. It has brilliant performance with 530hp, and its driver loves its safety features.”
Daimler Truck Australia Pacific Vice President of Sales, Marketing and Operations, Andrew Assimo, was pleased to see the Actros ProCabin hit the road in detailed Victorian Freight Specialist colours and scrollwork.
“Victorian Freight Specialists is known for its focus on innovation and operating the latest models of trucks that are always in pristine condition,” he said.
“So, it’s only appropriate that they have added a new Actros ProCabin model.
“We are thrilled to hear how well the new ProCabin model is going in the logistics provider’s fleet.”
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