Volvo launches new trucks worldwide - future proofing its product portfolio
This means a significant overhaul and expansion of
"This is a bold move– we are launching new best-in-class trucks that will set a benchmark for energy efficiency and reduction of CO2 emissions across the entire product range," says
A new global product portfolio – cutting fuel consumption and CO2 emissions
The North American market gets an all-new energy-efficient platform, cutting fuel consumption by up to 10 percent* while also enhancing the safety level significantly. The new platform will be the base for a range of new models in the coming years, utilizing the company's broad palette of electric- and renewable fuel technologies, as well as efficient combustion engines. First out is the all-new Volvo VNL model, replacing Volvo's best-selling truck on the North American market for long haul transport. Sales are set to start in the end of the first quarter of 2024.
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"The wide range of trucks we are launching will enable our customers around the world to reduce their CO2 footprints, no matter where they are on their sustainability journey. The supply of green energy varies from market to market, and therefore as a global truck manufacturer, we need to offer our customers a range of decarbonization solutions – from efficient combustion engines that can run also on renewable fuels to electric powertrains, enabling the shift to fossil-free transports," says
The move reflects
This major launch also includes the company's first model developed only with a battery-electric powertrain, designed for city transport. In total,
*Actual fuel economy may vary depending on many factors i.e. driving speed, use of cruise control, vehicle specification, vehicle load, actual topography, the driver's driving experience, vehicle maintenance, and weather conditions.
For further information, please contact:
Stefan Elfström
Media Relations Director, Volvo Trucks
Email: stefan.elfstrom@volvo.com
Tel: +46 708 25 30 72
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