Hartshorne Group

14/02/2026

Happy Valentine's Day! 🩷

From all of us at Volvo Trucks UK & Ireland 💘

13/02/2026

Recently delivered into the fleet at U Value Insulation Group.

The team at U Value Insulation deliver high-quality insulation and building materials for commercial and domestic projects. From thermal and acoustic solutions to airtight membranes and external wall systems, they provide expert advice and nationwide delivery.

These new Volvo FH 500’s feature the spacious Globetrotter cab and are fully equipped with fuel and living packages, DuraBright alloy wheels, and air flow kit. The trucks stand out in Iced Mercury metallic paint, topped with a Kelsa light bar and the signature U Value Insulation livery

Many thanks to Gareth, James, and the team at U Value Insulations for placing their trust in Hartshorne and the Volvo product.

Thanks to Hartshorne Buton, Mobile Awareness Products, & Baker Ward Signs.

Truck supplied by Daniel Byworth.

13/02/2026

Friday Intro 👋

We’re shining the spotlight on Tom, who joined the Hartshorne team nearly three years ago.

Outside of work, Tom is a passionate football and cricket fan and regularly travels to watch Manchester City play. He’s also a keen machinery enthusiast, especially when it comes to classic tractors and trucks — and most recently, he’s taken up padel🎾

With strong industry knowledge and a dedicated, customer‑focused approach, Tom is your go‑to contact for the Stoke-on-Trent area — whether you’re exploring your first Volvo truck or adding more vehicles to your fleet.

📞 Contact Tom: 07407 613084

12/02/2026

🚚 Birmingham‑based International Forwarding Limited (IFL) has expanded their fleet once again with the delivery of their third Volvo FH Aero.

IFL continues to deliver a comprehensive range of services, from warehouse storage to 3PL solutions, all designed to integrate seamlessly with transport and distribution operations.

The new FH Aero arrives fully equipped with:
✨ 500hp Turbo Compound engine
✨ Full air suspension
✨ Living package
✨ Fuel‑saving package
✨ Enhanced exterior finish
✨ Full MAP safety system
✨ Kelsa top light bar

A huge thank you to the team at IFL for their continued partnership — it’s been a real team effort.

Truck supplied by Daniel Byworth.

11/02/2026

Looking for a quality used Volvo truck ?

We have got a range of stock options ready to go — and we can tailor it to your requirements. Custom fitments available, including:
✅ Light bars
✅ Alloy wheels
✅ Camera systems
✅ Custom paintwork & rebranding

Bradley Priddey is here to support you every step of the way.

Get in touch.....
📲 07386 661750
📩 Bradley.priddey@hartshorne.co.uk

10/02/2026

Time to explore a new opportunity 🔎

If you’re looking for a workplace where you can grow your skills, progress your career, and make a difference, Hartshorne Group could be your next move ⏩

📣 We’re recruiting HGV TECHNICIANS at our WALSALL depot.

What we offer:
✅ Excellent contributory pension scheme.
✅ Holidays that increase with length of service.
✅ Rewards Gateway platform for exclusive benefits.
✅ Extensive in-house and Volvo product training programme.
✅ Comprehensive healthcare cash plan (covering physio, optician, dentist and more).

📍 More Info: https://www.dealer.volvotrucks.co.uk/hartshorne/en-gb/about-us/careers/hgv_technician_walsall.html
📧 Apply: info@hartshorne.co.uk
📞 Call Jen Stephenson: 07870 574684

We are more than a dealer.

09/02/2026

Fred’s doing really well in the Volvo and returning some excellent fuel figures. Consistently getting over 10.5 mpg and 90–95 on the driver score even delivering to sites like these.
Smooth, efficient and getting the job done properly 🚛 💨

09/02/2026

It’s national apprenticeship week 🔧🎓

Apprenticeships continue to play a vital role in developing key skills, opening doors to new opportunities, and supporting long term workforce development. Whether building technical expertise, stepping into a new career, or gaining hands on experience alongside industry recognised qualifications, apprenticeships offer a powerful route to personal and professional growth.

We are recruiting for our HGV Technician Apprenticeship programme - we’re seeking enthusiastic, driven, and motivated individuals who bring a positive “can do” attitude and a strong desire to achieve. This opportunity is more than a short term programme—it’s the start of a long term career. For that reason, you should have a genuine interest in the automotive industry and be ready to commit to your development. A GCSE (or equivalent) grade 4 in Maths and English is required.

You can discover more about our apprenticeship programme here, it all : https://www.volvotrucks.co.uk/en-gb/about-us/careers/apprenticeshipsprogramme.html

Here at Volvo, we pride ourselves on product innovation and excellence. We provide a commitment to our customers that they will always receive second to none service levels – to do this we must ensure that our people are trained to the highest possible standards.

06/02/2026

Friday Intro 👋

Luke joined the Hartshorne team early last year, bringing with him a wealth of experience from his many years in the HGV commercial vehicle sector.

Currently training for a 10k in March, he’s putting in the hours at the gym – but never misses an opportunity to talk all things trucks!

Thanks to his strong industry knowledge and customer focused approach, Luke is your go to contact for the Oldbury area —whether you're new to Volvo trucks or adding more to your fleet.

📞Contact Luke: 07970 249060

06/02/2026

A huge thank you to the Walsall Works team for inviting us to their careers fair yesterday evening.

We loved speaking with students and parents about our 2026 apprenticeship opportunities at our Walsall depot.

There was lots of interest in our apprenticeship programme, and it was fantastic to have Phil Brookfield pop in to join the event to offer his support. Phil shared valuable insight into the career progression available within the company — having started his own career as a HGV technician apprentice and now serving as Operations Director at Hartshorne. His story is a great example of how an apprenticeship can build a strong foundation and open the door to endless possibilities.

If you’re interested in our HGV Technician Apprenticeship programme, click here to find out more and apply: https://lnkd.in/eRj-84WF

🚚 We’re also recruiting for HGV Technicians!

If you’re a HGV Technician looking for your next move — or you know someone who is — now is a great time to get in touch.

📩 Message for more information: info@hartshorne.co.uk or call Jen Stephenson 07870 574684.

02/02/2026

Congratulations to our Birmingham team on earning Volvo's ‘Lean for Retail’ Bronze accreditation.

This accomplishment has already delivered significant efficiency improvements — reducing waste, streamlining processes, and, most importantly, elevating the overall customer experience.