Johnsons Workwear freshens up its fleet with another 60 Mercedes-Benz trucks
A leading workwear specialist has broken with its previous policy of sourcing trucks from more than one manufacturer by placing a single, landmark order for vehicles from the Mercedes-Benz Atego light- and medium-duty distribution range.
Johnsons Workwear is already running the first dozen of the 60 new trucks that Ciceley Commercials is supplying. Not only does the operator’s revised acquisition strategy mean that for the first time every truck it has ordered this year will wear a three-pointed star, but forward planning means the same holds true for 2023 as well.
“Mercedes-Benz already laid claim to more than half of our fleet of over 250 trucks, and has been gradually strengthening its hold,” said the company’s National Logistics Manager Ian Greatrex. “This latest acquisition represents a continuation of that process.”
The Atego offers precise handling with exceptional ride comfort, and is renowned for its reliability and durability. This reputation is borne out by Johnsons Workwear’s experience.
Ian Greatrex“Whenever we’ve had to call on Ciceley Commercials, though, whether for urgent parts, technical advice or any warranty issues, they’ve always been first-rate; I can’t fault them. The same is true of Ciceley’s Fleet Sales Executive Peter O’Grady, who managed our large order very professionally.”
“We’re leaning towards Mercedes-Benz because we’ve found that when it comes to longevity the Atego is definitely superior to the competition,” reported Mr Greatrex. “We typically run our trucks for up to 10 years. The mileages aren’t huge, but they are worked hard with a lot of stop-start driving. Our Atego stand up to the punishment with far fewer problems than most others we’ve tried.”
Johnsons Workwear is part of the Johnson Service Group, which operates from headquarters in Preston Brook, Cheshire, and employs more than 5,000 people. It provides textile rental and related services across a range of sectors throughout the UK.
The Workwear division processes over one million garments per week. As well as transporting branded and protective clothing for a huge variety of commercial and industrial customers, the new trucks will carry related items such as mats and hygiene products.
Most of the vehicles ordered by Johnsons Workwear are 7.5-tonne Atego 818 variants, with 5.1-litre engines that produce 130 kW (177 hp) and drive through six-speed Mercedes PowerShift 3 automated manual transmissions.
The exceptions are six 15-tonne Atego 1523s, which employ 170 kW (231 hp) versions of the same four-cylinder powerplant, and a single 18-tonne Actros 1824, with 7.7-litre 175 kW (238 hp) ‘straight six’.All will have ClassicSpace S-cabs and specialised bodies that are being built to Johnson’s own design by AG Bracey, of Bristol – features include internal hanging rails and access doors with internal steps on the nearside.
They are replacing trucks that are being stood down from a fleet in which three other brands are represented. The first nine 818s and a trio of 1523s are now in service, with a further 13 vehicles scheduled for delivery by Ciceley Commercials before the end of the year. The remaining trucks will be supplied in 2023.
Working from Johnsons Workwear’s national network of main branches in Birmingham, Exeter, Gateshead, Leeds and Perth, and satellite depots, the new Atego will serve customers nationwide.
Gallery
Check Out Our Instagram
Who remembers the Sprinter in the 90’s? Big changes, but the same reliability. #nostalgia #Sprinter #90sthrowback #throwback #Mercedes_benz
She might not give you a kiss, but the service Diane gives will make you feel a million dollars! #puckerup #truck #saleshumor #officememes #kiss
Sprinter 315 L3 Dropside - engineered to perform and priced to impress! You can now save £9,665.00 across selected Sprinter Dropside stock! #sprinter #chassis #dropside #mercedesbenz #savingmoney
We’re excited to announce that we are an official sponsor of @plato.racing for the 2026 Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship season 🏁
A proud moment for us, with third-generation family member @adammorgan33 taking to the grid. We’re looking forward to supporting Adam and the team this season… let’s go racing! 🙌
Visit our website to find out more.
#BTCC #CiceleyCommercials #PlatoRacing #Motorsport
Take a look around our eSprinter.
It comes with a charge cable, not a hefty fuel bill.
#electric #sprinter #mercedesbenz #commercial #takealook
Behind the scenes of our photo shoot, showing off that we are the FIRST Mercedes-Benz vans retailer in the UK to be fully compliant with the new MAR20X franchise standard across all four of our sites! https://www.ciceley.com/news/#showroom #workshop #friendly #staff #proud
⚡️🚗 BIG NEWS FOR EV DRIVERS IN SCOTLAND! 🏴
A brand new EV charger has just landed, making road trips and daily drives even easier 🔌✨
No more range anxiety 😌 Faster charging ⏱️ Cleaner travel🌱
Tag someone who needs to make the switch 👇#EVLife #ElectricCars #Scotland #SustainableLiving #ChargeUp FutureIsElectric
Our secret to success is not just about loving the job we do, it’s about the love we have for the people doing the job with! #service #parts #workshop #mercedesbenz #funny
Happy Easter from all of us at Ciceley Commercials! 🐣🌸
We hope you’re enjoying a well-earned break filled with family, friends, and plenty of chocolate! 🍫
Whether you’re out on the road or taking some time to relax, we’re here when you need us—our Roadside Assistance team is available throughout the Easter period.
http://ow.ly/k1a450z9PVR
Great service starts with a great team 💪
A big thank you to our Blackburn team for delivering another 5⭐ experience! We pride ourselves on keeping our customers moving with reliable support and genuine parts you can trust.
We really appreciate the kind words — it means a lot to the team!
Easter Raffle Winners Announced! 🎉
Thanks to everyone who took part – together we’ve raised an incredible £794 for East Lancashire Hospice 💛
🎉 Winners:
• Chris Wilson
• Primrose Calibration
• Charlotte Grimshaw
• Daniel Trueman
Congrats to all our winners! Thank you again for your support! 💛
🚨 £1 BILLION GOVERNMENT FUNDING NOW AVAILABLE FOR ELECTRIC TRUCKS & VANS 🚨
The UK Government has announced a major £1 billion funding package to help businesses transition to zero-emission vehicles—making now the perfect time to go electric.
💡 What’s available?
✔️ Up to £81,000 off electric trucks (up to 40% of the cost)
✔️ Up to £5,000 off electric vans
✔️ Up to £1 million towards depot charging infrastructure (covering up to 70%)
This funding tackles the biggest barriers to going electric—high upfront costs and charging infrastructure—helping businesses reduce operating costs and protect against fuel price volatility.
Whether you`re running a single van or a full truck fleet, this is a huge opportunity to futureproof your business while saving money.
👉 Read more: https://www.ciceley.com/1-billion-government-funding-boost-for-electric-trucks-vans/
-
Call Ciceley Commercials on 0333 014 6181
-
We're here to help. You can reach us via phone, email or our online form.
-
Find your local Mercedes-Benz dealer here.
-
Find out more information about your preferred model.