Renault Trucks D Cab 2.1 m - Spain - Fandiño

Can you tell us about your work with Fandiño?

José Luis — I am a sales representative and I carry out my daily deliveries throughout the Asturias region at the wheel of a Renault Trucks D Cab 2.1 m. Fandino has been selling and distributing frozen foods for communities and restaurants for almost 60 years. It is here, in Aviles, that we coordinate ak the activities of our distribution network to Asturias, Cantabria, Leon, Zamora, Valladolid, etc. We offer a wide range of products, adapted to our customers needs, from hors d'oeuvres to desserts. Transport is a key factor in our business, for we must be able to guarantee product quality at every stage in the process, which means preserving the cold chain. I begin my day at 7 a.m. My colleagues and I prepare the trucks for the delivery round. We disconnect the overnight power supply to preserve the frozen food, prepare our documents and then take to the road. Every week we carry out predefined delivery rounds, generally to regular customers. Our day ends around 6 or 7 p.m. Once we're back at the head office, we load up the vehicles with the orders for the next day.

What makes the Renault Trucks D Cab 2.1 m suitable for your activity?

J.L — The vehicle is perfectly suited to our needs in terms of manoeuvrability, reliability and robustness. It enables us to plan our daily work with perfect peace of mind and respect the commitments we have made to our clients. ALL we have to do is comply with the servicing plan to avoid breakdowns which would interfere with our work and delay deliveries. It therefore gives us a great deal of security and assurance. This vehicle also surprised me with its low fuel consumption, even though I do a lot of driving in towns, villages and on mountain roads where consumption tends to be higher.

How does it perform in built-up areas and on mountain roads?

J.L — In the twirls and villages where I go every day, the Renault Trucks D Cab 2.1 m really makes my life easier. It's manoeuvrable, gives good visibility, is easy to park and drive, despite its size. It also allows me to drive smoothly in busy or congested places. And above all, which is very important, I can park in zones where access can be restricted and difficult. On mountain roads, its rnanoecarrability combined with its power enables me to cross mountain pasus. even when Me ground is slippery in winter or when iTs ring It is also very easy to drive because everything is within reach. It has a very easy-to-use robubsed gearbox as well as several driving aids, such as the help vs. parking in reverse which stops Me vehicle and avoids hitting others. On mountain pasus. Me retarder ensurest do not need to brake excessNely allowing me to drive,. total safety and willsout getting tired.

How do you rate the cab's comfort?

J.L — I spend a lot of time at the wheel of my Renault Trucks D Cab 2.1 m, so for me, comfort means safety, because if I am less tired, I am more alert and efficient. The seats are very comfortable. The steering wheel's position can be adjusted, particularly with regard to depth. The headrest and armrests can also be adapted for long journeys. This truck is also easy to access. In my job, we have to get in and out of the cab several times a day. And working in urban areas, there's a number of other very important features on the truck  in delicate situations, such as emergency braking or good steering manoeuvrability.  This is where I can fully appreciate the ABS system's superiority as well as the vehicle's road holding. To sum up, I would say the Renault Trucks D cab 2.1 m is a reassuringly safe working truck in every respect. It is reliable in everyday use as well as being versatile and robust too, in every situation.