The Volvo VHD Vocational Series have been redesigned and upgraded to be more versatile and reliable, as well as increase driver productivity, safety, and comfort. The series is...
The Volvo Trucks Volvo Dynamic Steering (VDS) is an active steering system designed to lessen steering force up to 85 percent, helping reduce driver fatigue and increase road...
The latest edition of the Volvo I-Shift automated manual transmission includes upgraded hardware and software, greater durability and a new countershaft brake for improved performance...
The Volvo FE Electric Truck is fully electrically-powered for distribution, refuse collection, and other applications under urban conditions. The truck features two electric motors...
Volvo Trucks North America has partnered with the Environmental Protection Agency to develop a comprehensive package of vehicle components for the Volvo VN to deliver high fuel...
The new Volvo engines-- the 11-liter D11, 13-liter D13 and 16-liter D16-- are designed to deliver excellent fuel economy, reliability, durability and driving performance. At the...
Volvo Trucks North America will be partnering with multiple of its subsidiaries to help California meet its goals for zeroing out tailpipe emissions from trucks.
The new dual PTO allows I-Shift to incorporate two independently clutched DIN 5462 drives, or one SAE 1410 flange and one DIN 5462 drive, separated by the vehicle’s centerline...
Volvo Trucks North America’s new training facility in Tinley Park, Illinois, was opened to better support battery-electric vehicle training and provides both classroom and hands...
Volvo Group North America has published a 22-page Volvo Lessons Learned Guidebook to commemorate the end of its three-year fleet electrification project, which began in 2019 and...
Performance Team ordered an additional 110 Volvo VNR Electric trucks to scale its zero-tailpipe emission freight logistics fleet following the company’s first order of 16 Volvo...
Volvo I-Torque is designed to achieve best-in-class fuel efficiency without compromising performance, drivability, and productivity, and is available as an option with the latest...
The company currently has a total of six technicians certified to perform maintenance and repairs on the Volvo VNR Electric model, charging infrastructure, and diagnostics tools...
Volvo Trucks’ largest West Coast dealership continues to support fleets with their electromobility transition as its La Mirada branch in Southern California becomes its second...
The acquisition of Advantage expands Vanguard’s authorized Volvo Trucks dealership footprint from 20 to 23 locations; the group now has approximately 900 employees, 360 dedicated...
In the Volvo VNL 740, 760, and 860 models, the new D13TC engine works to offer more fuel savings for a wider range of applications, such as long haul or local delivery, as well...
In this video, Dr. Aravind Kailas, research and innovation manager, Volvo Group, Joe Finney, COO, Dependable Highway Express, Sid Misra, CEO and co-founder, Perceptive Automata...
The VNL’s production start will take place at the New River Valley Assembly Plant, and 400 of the vehicles will arrive at dealerships across North America.
The company displayed its upcoming VNL Electric, which will start to sell in late 2025. Reportedly, the VNR Electric will still be available until the VNL version's debut.
Volvo Blue seeks to assist fleets with their vehicle health and scheduled maintenance so they can focus on getting goods from point A to point B. Soon there will be 44 certified...
As part of Coke Canada Bottling’s Toward a Better Future Together environmental sustainability action plan, the company purchased six Volvo VNR Electric trucks and continue to...
With VTNA's new Blue service contract, dealers can schedule PMs 30 days in advance to help mitigate unplanned downtime. In addition, the OEM released a new connected vehicle analytics...
The Vendor Direct Shipping program will allow dealerships and fleets to purchase charging hardware as they would any other part from Volvo Trucks North America.
Volvo Trucks North America emphasized the company's global sustainability goals and announced new VNR Electric fleet partners during American Trucking Associations’ 2021 Management...
A fleet relies on OE and third-party service providers for the maintenance and repair of its trucks to keep them on the road, so choosing the right network is crucial.
To reap the benefits of an automated manual transmission, fleets need to focus on four items in the service bay: electrical system integrity, diagnostic capabilities, air quality...
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Through the Volvo Blue Contract service, customers can obtain a comprehensive maintenance program that includes a 74-point inspection and oil analysis, among other services.
The company reached an agreement with the United Auto Workers and implemented the terms and conditions of the agreement, resulting in wage increases and benefits for NRV plant...
VTNA is offering the SDP5 Full from Bendix as an option on VNL, VNR, and VHD models. The SDP5 Full processor—which features a driver-facing camera, added DVR storage, and internal...
To further its Southern California fleet goal toward zero-emissions, Penske plans for two consumer retail companies to utilize the battery-electric trucks.
With live-stream functionality of the Lytx DriveCam, fleet managers are able to troubleshoot operator issues like fatigued or distracted driving, helping to protect drivers and...
With a fleet of nearly 5,000 trucks including 350 in Southern California, Saia operates out of 170 terminals and transports more than 30,000 daily shipments to customers in multiple...
Classes will begin the in June and build toward a 50-week schedule; courses will be focused on BEV safety, operation, and repair, as well as engine overhaul, transmission design...
Unlimited parameter updates can be accessed as part of Volvo Trucks’ Remote Diagnostics bundle of Uptime Services, or through the Mack Over The Air (OTA) remote programming solution...
With secure, remote access to parts, components, and expert support, PartsASIST is an online solution that enables faster, simpler, and more efficient service.
The new enhancement to Remote Programming, as part of Volvo Trucks’ Remote Diagnostics bundle of Uptime Services, allows operators to directly activate over-the-air system updates...
The 70 Volvo VNR Electric trucks deployed through this grant are anticipated to provide lifetime emission reduction benefits in excess of 152.63 tons of NOx, 1.317 tons of PM2...
Through the Volvo LIGHTS project, third-party supply chain solutions provider NFI intends to demonstrate the ability for battery-electric trucks to successfully transport freight...
Through the Volvo LIGHTS project, freight company Dependable Highway Express intends to demonstrate the ability for battery-electric trucks to successfully transport goods in ...
The Volvo Trucks Academy is providing free 90-day access to a portion of the Technical Education Support (TES) online training and resources currently available to Volvo Trucks...
The Volvo SELECT Part Store enables customers to locate their participating Volvo Trucks dealer and search and select from more than 500,000 parts for purchase and delivery.
Understanding the implications of higher voltages on heavy duty trucks is paramount to successfully navigate changes in commercial vehicle’s electrical systems.
The program extends the first payment for 60 days for qualified buyers of Volvo VNL, VNR, and VNX models and for 90 days for qualified buyers of VHD models in dealer stock inventory...
As speculation grows over the potential increased use of composite materials in tractor-trailers, what do fleets need to know with respect to repairing these unique materials?...
Remote diagnostics and over-the-air programming are relatively new technologies but have quickly evolved from introduction to adoption in just a few years.
The Volvo VNR 660 features a shorter, 164” bumper to back-of-cab length that offers both weight savings and the option to use more versatile tractor-trailer combinations.
America’s Road Team was formed in 1986 to publicly represent America’s 3.1 million professional truck drivers and serve as a celebration of the dedication and teamwork required...
Offering rewarding careers in fast-paced, technologically advanced environments, the industry is working continuously to attract talented professionals to sustain its rapid growth...
Volvo Group North America joined the U.S. Department of Energy Better Plants supply chain initiative, recruiting eight Volvo Group vendors to commit to reducing energy consumption...
The system enhances the original VADA platform to help drivers maintain a safe following distance and applies emergency braking to reduce the risk of collisions.
The project leverages human intuition artificial intelligence that reads the intention and awareness of vulnerable road users such as pedestrians, cyclists, and motorists to enhance...
Qualified Class 8 Volvo Certified trucks that are four model years or newer with 450,000 miles or less undergo a comprehensive 150-point inspection and reconditioning process....
The deal will enable Volvo Cars to provide car owners and drivers with its latest developments in connected car digital services such as automation, fleet management, telematics...
All Volvo truck owners in the U.S. and Canada with GHG 2017 Volvo engines equipped with Volvo’s factory-installed connectivity hardware are now eligible for software and parameter...
Emerging technology is allowing fleet technicians and service partners to monitor vehicle health and even make certain repairs from anywhere and at any time.
A Volvo LIGHTS (Low Impact Green Heavy Transport Solutions) project will involve 16 partners, and transform freight operations at the facilities of two fleets.
Volvo Trucks’ future transport solution is intended to be used for regular and repetitive tasks characterized by relatively short distances, large volumes of goods and high delivery...
The company has been working closely with FedEx and the North Carolina Turnpike Authority (NCTA) to expand on-highway operations of Volvo’s Cooperative Adaptive Cruise Control...
As part of the contract, Mack Defense will deliver Mack Granite armored and armor-capable dump trucks to the Army, with an estimated completion date of May 18, 2025.
Remote Programming allows Volvo customers to perform over-the-air software and parameter updates anywhere in the U.S. and Canada where a cellular connection is available, and ...
“Automation is not about eliminating jobs,” said Ann-Sofi Karlsson, Volvo Trucks’ global director of human factors for automation. "Automation is about making it more efficient...
Volvo Active Driver Assist is a comprehensive collision mitigation system that combines both radar and camera capabilities to provide emergency braking and help drivers maintain...
Volvo customers not currently equipped with Remote Diagnostics, Volvo’s telematics platform that’s standard on all Volvo-powered models, will have connectivity options through...
Volvo Trucks North America is adding a turbo compounding option for the Volvo D13 engine, bringing even more power and fuel efficiency to one of the industry’s most fuel-efficient...
In addition, the company released a new logo and is preparing for production of its updated 2017 powertrain at the Hagerstown, Md. powertrain manufacturing facility.
Four separate units will be created: Volvo Trucks, UD Trucks, Renault Trucks and Mack Trucks, each with profit and loss responsibility for their respective business.
Volvo Trucks North America announced it will make several plant upgrades and open a new customer experience center as part of a $38.1 million investment in the New River Valley...
Volvo’s ASIST, a web-based service communication platform developed by Decisiv, now integrates with Truck Diagnostics System (TDS), a JPRO-based diagnostics software solution ...
Volvo Group North America joined other manufacturers, suppliers and federal officials as they discussed collaboration, communication and leveraging federal assets to strengthen...
Mack Defense announced it has been awarded an indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity contract from the General Services Administration (GSA) for Mack Granite model chassis
The Volvo Group reiterated its commitment to work with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) on Phase II...
Executives of the Volvo Group, Dex Heavy Duty Parts LLC and local and state public officials celebrated the grand opening of the Dex facility in Advance, N.C. with a ribbon-cutting...
Volvo Group Venture Capital, a subsidiary of the Volvo Group, announced its investment in Peloton Technology, a developer of vehicle technologies that deliver safety and fuel ...
Volvo Trucks is seeking North America’s safest fleets to recognize them with the Volvo Trucks Safety Award. For the seventh straight year, two fleets with the safest driving records...
For engine oil and filters, the new recommended maintenance intervals add 10,000 miles to the previous life of an oil change for each of three duty cycles – long haul, regional...
The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) recently awarded Continuing Automotive Service Education (CASE) accreditation to Volvo Trucks Academy, the training...