Fruehauf was delighted to welcome Will Shiers, Editor of Commercial Motor, to its Grantham-based manufacturing site this week for an in-depth visit and tour of its production facilities.
As one of the most respected voices in the road transport industry, Commercial Motor has been a leading publication since 1905, delivering trusted news, vehicle tests and expert analysis to fleet operators, drivers, and logistics professionals across the UK. Will’s visit offered a valuable opportunity to showcase Fruehauf’s engineering capabilities and the processes behind its high-quality tipping trailers and truck bodies.
During the tour, Will was given a comprehensive look at the company’s extensive factory, including its advanced fabrication and assembly lines, and the automation and precision techniques that underpin every trailer built on-site. From chassis construction to paint and finishing, the visit highlighted Fruehauf’s unwavering commitment to British manufacturing and delivering durable, high-performance vehicles to operators nationwide.
The visit also included a sit-down with Fruehauf’s Managing Director, Nick Garton, and CEO, Tom O’Rourke, for discussions focused on product innovation, operational excellence, and the evolving landscape of commercial vehicle manufacturing. Together, they explored the challenges and opportunities shaping the sector and Fruehauf’s ongoing investment in technology and talent.
The visit underscores Fruehauf’s continued engagement with key voices in the industry and its commitment to driving forward quality, safety and innovation in every trailer it produces.
