Press releases

Volvo Trucks introduces new aerodynamic improvements by applying a proven concept from the aerospace industry to its heavy-duty trucks. Discrete but impactful modifications to the truck cab will reduce drag, fuel consumption and CO2 significantly.

Volvo Trucks has now delivered more than 5,000 battery-electric trucks to customers in 50 countries around the world. With eight electric truck models in production today, Volvo’s leadership in electric trucks is stronger than ever.

Volvo Trucks is committed to be an integral part of the Vietnam's growth vision and provides customers with solutions that will accelerate the progress of their business.

DSV has taken a significant leap towards sustainability by integrating Volvo FL and FM Electric trucks into its logistics operations in Singapore. As one of the world’s leading transport and logistics providers, DSV understands the crucial role heavy-duty electric vehicles (EVs) play in reducing carbon emissions and fostering a greener, more efficient supply chain.

International waste management company PreZero has ordered 35 battery-electric trucks from Volvo. The majority of the trucks are of the Volvo FM Low Entry model, Volvo’s first ever truck only developed with electric drive.

For the fifth year in a row, Volvo Trucks is the segment leader in Europe for heavy electric trucks. The company has a segment share in Europe of 47%. Volvo also has a leading position in the heavy electric truck segment in North America.

For the first time ever, Volvo Trucks is the market leader in Europe for heavy trucks. In 2024, the company had an overall market share in Europe of 17.9% and 56,331 Volvo trucks were registered in the region.

The European consumer test organization Euro NCAP has for the first time ever assessed the safety of heavy-duty trucks. Volvos’ best-selling models, the Volvo FH and the Volvo FM, both received the top rating of five stars. The Volvo FM also had the best overall test result among all tested trucks.

Promoting solutions for reducing CO2 emissions from heavy-duty vehicles

The delivery of two new electric trucks signals the start of a new era for logistics in Singapore. DSV Air & Sea (DSV) purchased the new models and received them during a special handover ceremony at DSV Singapore.

In August 2024, UD Trucks Singapore (Pte.) Ltd, the official importer of Volvo Trucks in Singapore, hosted a significant handover ceremony for Indon Shipping Pte Ltd., delivering a total of 16 Volvo FM Prime Movers designed for the Inter-Gateway Haulier (IGH) sector.

Volvo Trucks continues to introduce new services for charging of electric trucks. The latest – Charging Management – is a service that allows for efficient charging at the home-depot.

Volvo Trucks and global logistics company DSV have signed a cooperation agreement for 300 electric heavy trucks. The deal is one of the largest commercial orders to date for Volvo electric trucks. With the order, DSV will have one of the largest company fleets of heavy electric trucks in Europe.

Singapore-based Goldin Shipping runs a fleet of 20 Volvo Trucks to support its range of port logistics services. The company takes full advantage of the sustainability, efficiency and customer service benefits that owners enjoy, allowing it to cement its position as a leading, national, specialized transport provider.

In one of Volvo Trucks’ biggest deals ever, a volume of 1,500 Volvo FH Aero trucks has been ordered by Lannutti Group, an Italian transport and logistics company which is renewing its fleet of long-haul trucks.

Volvo Trucks’ line-up at the IAA 2024 exhibition will be packed with proof points of Volvo’s determination to decarbonize transport and prevent accidents. Volvo will show trucks with battery-electric powertrains, fuel cells and renewable fuels in combustion engines – a strategy that enables sustainable transport today and tomorrow.

Volvo’s electric trucks have driven more than 80 million kilometers or 2,000 laps around the world since Volvo launched its first electric truck models in 2019. These trucks have reduced CO2 emissions and at the same time improved the working environment for drivers significantly.

The new Volvo FH16 is Europe’s most powerful truck but also a very fuel efficient one – and it can run on 100% renewable fuels. On-road tests confirm that the all-new engine in the FH16 achieves 5% better fuel economy and lower emissions while adding 7% more torque - a combination that increases efficiency and productivity for the most demanding transport tasks.

Volvo Trucks is developing trucks with combustion engines that run on hydrogen. On-road tests with trucks using hydrogen in combustion engines will begin in 2026, and the commercial launch is planned towards the end of this decade. Trucks that run on green hydrogen provide a significant step to Volvo achieving its net zero goal and supporting customers to reach their decarbonization targets.

A full range of new Volvo truck models can now be powered by 100% biodiesel, offering another renewable fuel choice for customers looking to reduce CO2 emissions from transport here and now.