LWC gets the lowdown with Mercedes-Benz Antos
Rapidly expanding LWC Drinks has raised the comfort bar for its drivers by commissioning the first vehicles from an order for seven ground-hugging Mercedes-Benz Antos rigids.
The Manchester-based beverage wholesaler has already taken delivery of three 26-tonners with lowered frames, low-profile tyres and all-round air suspension. The result is a reduced deck height which โ with the suspension lowered โ can be dropped up to 200 mm lower than a standard model. This makes life as easy as possible for drivers who deliver to pubs, clubs, hotels and restaurants across the UK.
Supplied by Dealer Ciceley Commercials, the new trucks are all Antos 2530 Lnr models with ClassicSpace cabs finished in gleaming black. Their buckleless curtain โsmoothsiderโ bodies, meanwhile, are by PPS Commercials, of Bury, and printed with images of LWC products. Each is also fitted with a 1,500 kgcapacity DEL column tail lift. A fourth, identical vehicle, along with three similarly equipped Antos 1824 Lnr 18-tonners, are due to enter service before the end of November.
Stuart TinnionโI know from long experience both with LWC and in previous roles within this industry, that the Mercedes-Benz three-pointed star is an assurance of quality. Ciceley Commercials also supplied us with five Actros tractor units which we run from our hub depot in Manchester, and which have proved superbly reliable."
The LWC fleet now extends to more than 100 trucks, ranging from 7.5 to 26 tonnes gvw. National Operations Manager Stuart Tinnion explained: โTraditionally weโve tended to run vehicles at the lower end of the weight range, but that approach is changing now. โWeโre making more deliveries and handling larger consignments than ever before, so we need trucks that offer bigger payloads. At the same time, though, we need to retain a low working height to make life easier โ and safer โ for our drivers.
โThese Antos are ideally suited to the drinks industry and perfect for our operation. As well as their low height they have steering rear axles which means theyโre highly manoeuvrable, a big advantage given the tight access at many of the city centre locations on our delivery lists.
โThey also look really smart, so double as a great mobile advertisement for our business and high operating standards.โ Established in 1979, LWC was recently described by The Sunday Times as โthe fastest-growing privately-owned drinks company in Britainโ. It boasts a roster of 6,000 customers and offers more than 7,000 product lines. In addition to its head office, LWC operates 13 depots nationally, from Cornwall in the South-West to Teesside in the North-East, all of which provide a seven-days-a-week service โ orders placed before noon are delivered on the same day. The company also owns and runs a string of 50 pubs.
Purpose-designed for heavy duty distribution work, the Mercedes-Benz Antos combines exceptional comfort with precise handling. LWCโs new trucks are powered by advanced, fuel-efficient 220 kW (300 hp) six-cylinder engines that drive through smooth eight-speed Mercedes PowerShift automated transmissions.
Mr Tinnion continued: โOur new Antos have replaced three vehicles by another manufacturer. We shopped around and asked several suppliers for their proposals before placing our order. The response from Ciceleyโs Fleet Sales Manager Guy Beech was quick and comprehensive, and the price was highly competitive.
โThe Dealerโs back-up is first-class too. Weโre confident our new trucks will play a significant part in our plans for further expansion.โ
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The countdown is on! โฐ
Only one week to go until we will be attending the Road Transport Expo at the @secglasgow on 19โ20 November 2025! ๐
Come and visit us at Stand G30 to see the latest from Mercedes-Benz Trucks & Vans, chat with our team, and hear more about our brand-new dealership currently being built at Eurocentral.
Donโt miss this fantastic new event bringing together Scotlandโs road transport community โ tickets are free and can be booked via the link below. We canโt wait to see you there!
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๐ Spooky Fun for a Great Cause! ๐ป
Our teams across all Ciceley sites got into the Halloween spirit today with fancy dress and a spooky bake sale, all in support of our charity partner โ @eastlancshospice ๐ง๐ธ๏ธ
From frightfully good costumes to deliciously creepy cakes, itโs been a brilliant day of laughs, creativity and fundraising for an amazing cause thatโs close to our hearts. โค๏ธ
A huge thank you to everyone who dressed up, baked, donated and joined in โ your support makes a real difference! ๐
If anyone would like to donate to this very worthy cause, please do so via the Just Giving link below.
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Exciting News!
Weโre thrilled to announce that weโre expanding into Scotland with a brand-new Mercedes-Benz Truck and Bus dealership at Eurocentral! ๐
As a proud family-run business, weโve spent over 50 years supporting operators with exceptional service, strong relationships, and continued investment in the future. This new site marks an exciting new chapter for us โ bringing our people-first approach and trusted Mercedes-Benz expertise to a whole new region.
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Construction starts soon, with a temporary workshop opening mid-2026 and the full dealership launching autumn 2026.
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๐ Ciceley Commercials Joins the Actros L ProCabin Tour! ๐
Yesterday we joined Mercedes-Benz Trucks at Route 74 Truckstop, Glasgow, for the Actros L ProCabin Tour โ giving drivers the chance to step inside the next generation of comfort and innovation.
The Actros L ProCabin is more than just a truck โ itโs a workspace, a rest space, and a tech hub on wheels.
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๐ From Hive to Jar! ๐ฏ
Today we visited @eastlancshospice with our Beekeeper John to watch how he turns our MerceBEES hard work into delicious honey! ๐ผ
It was fantastic to share the experience with the hospiceโs staff and patients, showing how the honeycomb is spun, sieved, and jarred to create the finished product.
This year, weโre proud to be selling our Ciceley honey with all profits donated to our charity partner, East Lancashire Hospice โ supporting the incredible work they do every day. ๐
Our MerceBEES have been busy since we first introduced four hives and 320,000 bees to our Blackburn and Darwen sites as part of our ongoing sustainability journey. ๐
๐ On 5th September, our all-electric Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 completed the 2025 EV Rally, driving from West Bromwich to Tatton Park, Cheshire โก๐.
Along the way we:
โ Recharged at Peak View Tea Rooms
๐ Stopped at Sixt Van & Truck, Eccles
โ๏ธ Showcased clean energy at Chamber House Solar Farm, Rochdale
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Covering 248km fully loaded at 40t, the eActros 600 proved its range, efficiency, and cost savings โ highlighting that zero-emission trucking isnโt the future, itโs here today. Get in touch with the team to put the eActros to the test
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