DAF Trucks is ‘putting the kettle on’ for truck drivers again as a reminder of the crucial role that transport – and particularly drivers – play in our society.

The initiative, the third time DAF Trucks has run the promotion, is particularly pertinent this Christmas season as the UK once again faces a period of uncertainty surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic and when the job of truck drivers is brought into sharp focus.

At the same time, the DAF Trucks Christmas Choir – a collective of employees from DAF Trucks, the DAF Dealer Network and DAF drivers – has released ‘Trucking Home for Christmas’; a cover version of the Christmas pop classic by Chris Rea. The heart-warming song is in support of The Drivers Fund – a not-for-profit organisation supporting drivers and their families who are facing financial difficulties – and is already attracting a fantastic response on DAF Trucks’ YouTube channel  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7SKOew6OD8A 

In partnership with some the UK’s best-known Truckstops, DAF is again offering a free cuppa – plus a mince pie – for truck drivers in the run-up to Christmas. Again, drivers of any and all truck types will be able to claim a free hot drink. The festive free cuppa offer is being promoted through DAF Trucks’ Social Media channels, flyers and digital advertising at participating locations. A hugely positive response from drivers and Truckstops during previous free cuppa giveaways has encouraged DAF Trucks to offer its support once more.

From now until 24^th December, drivers visiting the following eight Truckstops may simply ask for a free cuppa and a mince pie courtesy of DAF Trucks:

- Avon Lodge Truckstop in Avonmouth       - Junction 29 Truckstop in Chesterfield

- Lymm Truckwash                                       - Roadking in Cannock (Certas Energy)

- Ashford International Truckstop              - Chippenham Pitstop

- Ulceby Truckstop in Immingham               - Lockerbie Lorry Park

“It’s been another tough 12-months for the transport sector,” said DAF Trucks’ Marketing Manager, Phil Moon, “the driver shortage impacted directly on fuel distribution earlier this year with the public witnessing first-hand the vital role drivers deliver. This is a chance for DAF Trucks to say thank-you to the many thousands of drivers who continue to go above and beyond – especially at Christmas time.

“The DAF Christmas Choir has been fantastic fun,” he added, “and I’m genuinely impressed with the dedication of the choir members – they can really sing! We hope ‘Trucking Home for Christmas’ will raise much-needed money for The Drivers Fund, and to provide vital support at this festive time of year.”