Takeaways From Volvo Announcements at NACV
TT Executive Editor Joe Howard (right) and Associate News Editor Jonathan S. Reiskin discuss the takeaways from Volvo's announcements on Sept. 25, 2017, at the North American Commercial Vehicle Show. (Joseph Terry/Transport Topics)
September 25, 2017Volvo’s Top Tech Official Says Engineers Face Uncertain Technology Landscape
WASHINGTON — Truck engineers are in the midst of a technological revolution, but are challenged to move away from established technologies and venture into the unknown, according to Volvo Group Chief Technology Officer Lars Stenqvist.
Cummins Reclaims Top Spot in North American Engine Installations
Cummins Inc., the last independent engine maker, reclaims first place in North American engine sales during the first half of 2017.
Volvo VNL Unveiling
Volvo Trucks North America introduced a redesigned version of its VNL-series over-the-road tractor July 10, 2017, in Dublin, Va. (Joe Howard/Transport Topics)
July 13, 2017Volvo Unveils Redesigned VNL Series
Volvo Trucks North America introduced a redesigned version of its VNL-series over-the-road tractor designed to improve the truck’s fuel efficiency and performance, as well as driver comfort.
Driver Comfort Guided Volvo VNR Interior Designers
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — Drivers are proud of their trucks, so many were happy to invite Volvo designers into their cabs when the manufacturer was developing the interior design for its new VNR model, a company representative said.
Growth of Regional Hauling to Lift VNR Sales, Volvo Says
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — Volvo Trucks North America expects market shifts that range from the expanded Panama Canal to the strongest construction market in a decade to lift demand for its new VNR regional- haul model, company representatives said.
Volvo Expects Range of Market Shifts to Push Demand for New Model
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — Volvo Trucks North America expects market shifts that range from the expanded Panama Canal to the strongest construction market in a decade to lift demand for its new VNR regional-haul model, company representatives said.
Volvo Expands Truck Building Into Fast-Growing East Africa
Volvo AB’s trucks division is seeking to boost market share in Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania to as much as 18% from about 2%, as the regional economic growth for East Africa outpaces the average for sub-Saharan Africa.
Volvo Expands Truck Building Into East Africa as Economies Grow
Volvo AB’s trucks division is seeking to boost market share in Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania to as much as 18% from about 2%, as the East African region’s economic growth outpaces the sub-Saharan Africa average.