All Volvo Trucks articles
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ArticleFreight Carbon Zero Think Tank: Unlocking the challenges of heavy duty electric truck charging infrastructure
Earlier this year, we partnered with Volvo Trucks and a number of key stakeholders in the road freight decarbonisation space to hold a Freight Carbon Zero Think Tank, a special workshop attended by a selected group of commercial vehicle and road freight stakeholders, to discuss the key challenges and concerns ...
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ArticleVolvo’s electric trucks reach 80 million kilometres in five years
Volvo’s electric trucks have driven more than 80 million kilometres since Volvo launched its first electric truck models in 2019, says the company. Volvo has sold more than 3,500 electric trucks in 45 countries since 2019
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ArticleVolvo announces hydrogen ICE truck plans
Volvo has followed MAN in announcing it will introduce trucks powered by internal combustion engines running on green hydrogen. With the changes to the EU carbon reduction regulations permitting hydrogen-combustion vehicles, these trucks are expected to play a crucial role in reducing carbon emissions, particularly over long distances and in ...
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ArticleAmazon rolls out largest fleet of heavy-duty electric trucks in Southern California
Amazon is introducing its largest fleet of heavy-duty electric trucks, now operational across Southern California, including the company’s first electric trucks in ocean freight operations. This initiative signifies Amazon’s commitment to investing in electric vehicles, with nearly 50 heavy-duty electric trucks being deployed in the US state, marking the largest ...
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ArticleAF Blakemore & Son receives first electric truck deliveries as part of electric freightway program
The Electric Freightway programme has reached a significant milestone with the delivery of the first fully electric Heavy Goods Vehicles (eHGVs) to AF Blakemore & Son, a major player in the UK’s retail and foodservice sectors. This initiative, part of the Zero Emission HGV and Infrastructure Demonstrator Programme (ZEHID), is ...
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ArticleVolvo Trucks receives approval for UK plug-in grant on four electric models
Volvo Trucks has achieved a significant milestone as the first truck manufacturer in the UK to gain approval for four different low-emission vehicle models under the UK government’s plug-in grant scheme, offering incentives of up to £25,000 on new registrations.
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Vehicle IndexVolvo VNR - Tractor
Manufacturer: Volvo
Energy type: Battery Electric
Vehicle type: Tractor
Mission: Heavy -
Vehicle IndexVolvo VNR - Rigid
Manufacturer: Volvo
Energy type: Battery Electric
Vehicle type: Rigid
Mission: Urban -
ArticleFreight Carbon Zero guide to battery electric truck implementation available for download
In partnership with Volvo Trucks we’ve produced our guide to battery electric truck implementation covering the key tips and advices in introducing battery electric vehicles in your fleet.
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ArticleLatest “Decarbonisation 101” webinar now available on demand
Our latest ”Decarbonisation 101” webinar, recorded live at Volvo Trucks UK & Ireland HQ in Warwick, focuses on connecting the truck to the infrastructure.
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ArticleFreight Carbon Zero Podcast - Episode 2 - live from Road Transport Expo
The latest espisode of the Freight Carbon Zero summer podcast series features the “Big Debate” live from Road Transport Expo where we brought together representatives from the truck manufacturers to discuss the future of HGVs.
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ArticleFreight Carbon Zero podcast is back for a summer series!
An interview with Volvo Trucks UK & Ireland Managing Director and Director of New Vehicle Sales kicks off the new summer series of the Freight Carbon Zero podcast.
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ArticleSuttons tankers explores vegetable oil as an environmentally friendly fuel for fleet
Suttons Tankers will be utilising Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) as an alternative fuel source, aligning with its environmental, social, and governance (ESG) strategy. HVO is a sustainable fuel that offers a significantly lower carbon footprint compared to diesel, reducing CO2 emissions by at least 85%.
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ArticleTesco embraces sustainable delivery with new Volvo FM electric truck
Volvo Trucks has recently provided Tesco, a leading UK supermarket, with a new Volvo FM Electric 4x2 tractor unit as part of the retailer’s commitment to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2035. This marks the introduction of the first zero tailpipe emission 40-tonne electric Volvo model into the fleet of a UK supermarket.
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ArticleVolvo Trucks delivers electric heavy transport solution to Swedish haulier
Volvo Trucks has recently provided a haulier in Gothenburg, Sweden, with an electric truck designed for 74 tonne heavy transport.
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ArticleVolvo Trucks introduces more powerful batteries, expanding FE and FL range to 450km
Volvo Trucks has announced the launch of new and improved batteries for its medium-duty electric trucks, providing enhanced power and an extended range of up to 450 kilometers.
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ArticleMaersk invests in electric trucks to reduce GHG emissions in Germany
Maersk, a prominent player in the logistics industry known for its focus on sustainability, has recently unveiled an initiative aimed at reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in hinterland container transports.
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Manufacturer ProfileVolvo Trucks Financials
Financial Performance - Net Sales: SEK 552.8 billion (up 11% currency-adjusted) - Vehicle and Machine Sales Growth: 12% - Services Sales Growth: 10% - Adjusted Operating Income: SEK 77.6 billion (up from SEK 50.5 billion) - Adjusted Operating Margin: 14.0% (up from 10.7%) Sales increased in all regions except South ...
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ArticleStourbridge-based Pegasus Skip Hire adds an electric Volvo FE skiploader to its fleet
Volvo has delivered its first zero-tailpipe-emission skiploader in the UK.
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CommentaryThe costs of flexibility
In preparation for the Zemo Partnership conference taking place in London next week (15 June, City Hall, London – book your place to attend), we had reason to spend an hour on the phone to Professor David Cebon from the Centre for Sustainable Road Freight last week. He will be ...