Why Amline Freighters Chooses TR Used Vehicles: The Right Gear and People to Back It Up

For Alex Roberson, buying a used truck comes down to finding tidy gear that suits the work, knowing its history and having someone to call when he needs a hand.

His relationship with TR started with a six-wheeler rental back in 2007. A year later, he and his brother teamed up to form Amline Freighters. Today, Alex continues to turn to TR as he adds to the fleet.

Finding gear that suits the job

Fresh produce is the mainstay of Amline’s business, working with growers, supermarkets and wholesalers, alongside general freight and timber. Alex also has a soft spot for Scania, which goes back to his early days behind the wheel.

“For some strange reason, I developed a weird love for them back when I started driving when I was a young fella, and it’s never gone away.”

When it comes to buying, though, the truck needs to suit the job. Finding a vehicle already set up for the work makes a real difference to the cost.

“I can choose from a decent range of gear that’s already set up how we need it at a much more cost-effective price,” Alex says.

Knowing what he’s buying

Knowing what has been done to a truck matters just as much. Alex values the detailed maintenance records provided by TR, particularly when it comes to major work such as gearbox rebuilds, turbo replacements or engine rebuilds. These are the sorts of things he wants to understand before buying used gear.

“The comprehensive service history and all the maintenance gives us peace of mind,” he says. “It’s a big factor in why I choose to keep purchasing through TR.”

A relationship that’s grown over the years

When a truck Alex has purchased from TR has had an issue, he says the aftersales support from Grant Newlove and our Used Vehicles team has been there to help find a solution.

“Whenever I call you guys, you’re always there to find a solution to whatever problem I’ve found.”

Over the years, Alex has also come to value their advice and understanding of his business.

“I think the partnership that we’ve got going on works because TR understands the needs of our business.”

Through working with Grant and the team, Alex has found people whose experience he can draw on as he makes crucial fleet decisions for Amline. Reflecting on how that relationship has grown, he says:

“In a strange way, I think you’ve probably been a little bit of a mentor, which is quite cool.”

Making business a little easier

Alex also appreciates having the time to make the right decision, even when that takes three or four months. A good selection of vehicles, a welcoming team and patience while he works through the options all play a part.

For Alex, it makes doing business easier.

“Dealing with TR Group’s awesome. It’s more like dealing with a bunch of mates really, and it makes it fun, because business is hard at the best of times.”

Watch the video to hear more from Alex about Amline Freighters and why he continues to choose TR Used Vehicles.