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THE EPITOME OF Jonathan Cotterell, Divisional Director Kempston Truck Hire unpacks why the company prefers FUSO Trucks A RELATIONSHIP THAT HAS STOOD THE TEST OF “READ MORE” TIME!FUSO TRUCKS AND KEMPSTON TRUCK HIRE’S INCREDIBLE JOURNEY Kempston Group is a privately owned company with a wide range of service offerings. Amongst others is the Truck Hire division, which today is recognised as a pioneer and a major player in the vehicle rental business across South Africa. The memorable purchase of the company’s first FUSO Canter fleet approximately two decades ago embodies the role of a robust fleet, outstanding support, and a strong relationship to the success of the company. With over 1000 FUSO trucks purchased such as the success that propelled the company to remain with the brand and place faith in it for many of its 4- and 8 tonner rental vehicles. With a proud international pedigree, since entering the local commercial vehicle market, FUSO Trucks has shown a clear commitment to the market by providing customers with added peace of mind with robust, reliable, and efficient vehicles. From Simply Better Trucks, the most professional sales team, through to the most comprehensive aftersales support, FUSO Trucks is the undeniable leader at every touchpoint, and a long- term proven recipe for success for Kempston Truck Hire. FUSO TRUCKS; FIT-FOR-PURPOSE FUSO Trucks is known for delivering fit-for- purpose vehicles and to this day, without fail, the brand still lives up to its promise. Kempston Truck Hire is one of the first fleets in South Africa to purchase FUSO Canter models in the early 2000s. To date, they have purchased over 1000 FUSO trucks, many of which are still working as part of the business’s strong fleet for its short-term and long-term vehicle hire business. The company has remained loyal to the FUSO brand based on reliability, low running costs, and how easily their vehicles handle the day-to-day workload, and still uses FUSO trucks as core vehicles for its 4 and 8-tonner fleet.