Will Shiers

Commercial Motor editor, International Truck of the Year jury member for the UK and junkyard junkie. The views expressed here are my own.

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Yesterday’s track, today’s truck

6 days ago | nztrucking.co.nz | Will Shiers

Will Shiers reckons the UK’s M4 motorway rivals Route 66. But can he do the whole length of this motorway in a Renault E-Tech T on a single charge? I’ve developed a bit of a reputation for embarking on unconventional motorway adventures in Renault trucks. In 2008, I spent a dizzying 24 hours continuously circling the M25 – London’s orbital motorway – in a Renault Magnum. Then, in 2020, I completed a full lap of the M25 in an E-Tech D on a single charge.
Gander & White replaces diesel reefer with new Volvo FL Electric

1 week ago | commercialmotor.com | Will Shiers

A Volvo FL Electric 4x2 rigid has joined Gander & White’s fleet as its first electric truck. The new vehicle replaces a diesel refrigerated unit from another manufacturer. Supplied by Ishmael Thomas, transport solutions executive, Volvo Truck and Bus Centre South & East, the FL Electric will work five days a week moving high-value goods such as paintings, sculptures and antiques across London. Gander & White ordered the electric model after a successful trial period with a demo model.
Junkyard Discoveries from Cooley’s Statewide Scrap & Salvage in Eau Claire, Wisconsin

1 week ago | autocar.co.uk | Will Shiers

With half a century of operation, this establishment has curated an extraordinary array of classic and vintage automobiles and trucks. Our four-hour odyssey through this automotive sanctuary merely scratched the surface, leaving us to wonder about the gems we may have overlooked. Entrance This is the captivating sight that welcomes visitors to Cooley’s Statewide Scrap and Salvage of Eau Claire, Wisconsin – an enticing preview of the automotive treasures that lie within.
Scania's latest driver technology

1 week ago | powertorque.com.au | Will Shiers

The new R460 gas truck is equipped with Scania’s latest Smart Dash digital dashboard. Launched earlier this year to meet the EU General Safety Regulations, it features a configurable Driver Display directly in front of the driver, as well as a touchscreen Centre Information Display located to the left. The Driver Display can be tailored to individual preferences and offers clear, easy-to-read information.
Hexagon Leasing partners with Coglock for improved safety

1 week ago | commercialmotor.com | Will Shiers

From June 2025, Hexagon Leasing customers entering a new lease agreement with vehicles 18 tonnes and over will be able to opt for CogLock equipment. The wheel security company has created a wheel nut solution that provides a visual indication if the nut has moved. CogLock’s goal is to prevent wheel detachment by implementing this system.
Long Distance Diary Pt.1 Perth to Paynes Find

2 weeks ago | nztrucking.co.nz | Will Shiers

When I express amazement at the sheer dimensions, Brinley reveals that in the mines, even longer combinations are common. “Sometimes, they run quins, five-trailer combinations, that gross out at 300 tonnes,” he tells us. “Now those are definitely big jiggers.”Adding a fourth trailer isn’t as simple as hitching it to the back of the combination. “First, you have to drop your back trailer and pull forward,” Brinley explains.
Greenhous DAF opens new facility in Telford

3 weeks ago | commercialmotor.com | Will Shiers

DAF dealer group, Greenhous DAF, has expanded its reach in Shropshire with the opening of a new site. Following the acquisition of the former Go Plant site on Stafford Park in 2024, Greenhous DAF has refurbished the facility to create a new repair and maintenance centre. The site also features DAF and all makes parts support for trucks and trailers. The opening ceremony saw more than 60 attendees including staff, DAF executives, customers and suppliers.
No standard Scania R460

3 weeks ago | powertorque.com.au | Will Shiers

From the outside, it’s hard to tell this isn’t a standard diesel-powered Scania R460. Only the extended wheelbase visible in the side profile hints at something different beneath the surface. The CNG tanks are cleverly integrated. Four smaller tanks are hidden behind the side skirts, while two larger ones are mounted at the rear of the cab, partially concealed by the side fairings.
Some Interesting Junkyard Finds at Collins Auto Salvage in Auburn, Georgia

3 weeks ago | autocar.co.uk | Will Shiers

Auburn, Georgia is home to Collins Auto Salvage, a yard with close to 1000 cars. At this yard the cars are strewn all over the place instead of being stacked-up neatly on racking, as is the norm these days. In other words, it’s exactly the kind of place we love to explore…A few years ago we spent a wet November morning digging around in the undergrowth, uncovering this wonderful collections of unloved classics.
Betting on biofuel

1 month ago | powertorque.com.au | Will Shiers

With a population of 70 million, the UK generates a significant amount of waste. Turning that waste into biomethane to power trucks, rather than allowing it to escape into the atmosphere, is undoubtedly a positive step. SUBSCRIBE to the PowerTorque newsletterFrom a personal perspective, I reckon biomethane makes more sense than electrification for long-haul operations.