Volvo's all-new VNL takes on arctic conditions

To prove the all-new Volvo VNL really has what it takes to put up with the most extreme conditions around, Volvo Trucks North America put the tires on the road in Fairbanks, Alaska, just 120 miles south of the Arctic Circle. With routine temperatures reaching around -40 degrees F, the company set out to ensure that the VNL delivers the performance, comfort, and reliability promised regardless of the conditions.

“We test in extreme environments so when our customers face unpredictable conditions, they can count on their Volvo to perform,” said Peter Voorhoeve, president, Volvo Trucks North America. “What we learn in Alaska helps us deliver a truck that is not only innovative but proven where it matters most: on the road, in the real world, and in the hands of our customers.”

Travelling over 3,000 miles from Colorado to Alaska, the Volvo team put the VNL truck through a range of driving scenarios and temperature swings designed to mimic the demanding and unpredictable environments faced by drivers every day.