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Over the past six years, DAF Trucks has changed its
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specification to meet the Euro-5 emissions levels and kept pace with its rivals in the automated transmission market, thanks to ZF. But, other than that, the Dutch manufacturer has stuck to a tried-and-tested formula that still works.
It clearly identifies decision-makers as key to its position as the leader in market share, so its push to produce a desirable driver's truck can be viewed as realistic, rather than desperate or ruthless.
Today's version of the CF75 drives, feels and handles much the same as the 2004 version did.
On the road, the truck is direct, it works well when the climate and terrain are demanding, but it's still relaxed to drive even under duress.
The driver-friendly components ZF 12-speed AS-Ironic and ZF Intarder are optional extras, but they also help with fuel economy and extending the component service life of the clutch and service brakes.
Transport managers prefer trucks they know to be dependable, and it's here the DAF CF75 scores well. Go for the optional extras, and not only will it be a 'gaffer's truck', it will also be a driver's truck.