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Welcome to the DAF Used Trucks Blog: Insights, Advice & Real-World Expertise
Marty van den Dungen
Whether you’re buying your first used truck or managing a large international fleet, one thing is clear: the world of used commercial vehicles is constantly evolving. Emission regulations, fuel efficiency standards, total cost of ownership, resale value — the decisions you make today affect your business tomorrow.
That’s exactly why we’re launching the DAF Used Trucks blog.
As part of the official DAF network, we’re here to give you more than just listings. We want to offer expertise, context, and guidance — so that every truck you buy is not only the right one, but a strategic investment for your business.
Why a blog?
The used truck market is full of options — but not always full of clarity. On this blog, we’ll break down the topics that matter most to our customers:
What’s changing in the European used truck market?
How can you future-proof your purchase against low- and zero-emission zone restrictions?
What’s the real difference between a five-year-old and a one-year-old truck?
What should you expect from a manufacturer-backed vehicle versus one from a third-party trader?
What financing solutions are available for used trucks – and how can you choose the one that first your business?
We’ll explore these questions — and more — by tapping into the expertise of our DAF asset managers, sales teams, and partners across Europe.
What to expect from this blog
Our goal is simple: to help you make better decisions when it comes to buying and managing used trucks. Here’s what you can expect from the articles we publish:
Market insights: Stay up to date on trends in pricing, demand, emissions regulations, and cross-border transport
Buying advice: Learn what to look for in a quality used truck — and what red flags to avoid
Fleet management tips: Discover how to reduce total cost of ownership, extend vehicle life, and maximise uptime
Technology updates: Understand how features like telematics, driver assistance, and service history tracking affect long-term value
Real-life stories: Hear from customers, asset managers and fleet experts who work with DAF trucks every day
Why DAF Used Trucks?
All vehicles on dafusedtrucks.com are carefully selected and inspected by DAF or one of our certified partners. Many come directly from lease or trade-in, with known history and full transparency. In fact, our First Choice label guarantees even more: low mileage, full service history, and up to 24 months warranty.
That same commitment to quality and transparency is what we’re bringing to this blog.
Let’s go beyond the specs
Used truck buying is about more than just comparing prices and mileage. It’s about knowing what’s behind the vehicle — and what lies ahead in terms of regulation, support, and cost efficiency.
We’re excited to help you navigate that journey.
Welcome to the DAF Used Trucks blog. We’re glad you’re here.