Volvo Trucks launches long-haul autohauler model
Adding to its lineup of Volvo autohauler models, Volvo Trucks in North America introduced the Volvo VAH 630, a premium sleeper version for long-haul operations. The VAH family, which Volvo Trucks launched in March 2011, already includes day cab and smaller sleeper VAH models for local and regional automobile transport applications. “We are pleased that
Volvo Trucks presents new VNL Model to America’s Road Team
Volvo Trucks dedicated a 2015 Volvo VNL 780 model equipped with advanced safety features and recognized the 2015-2016 America’s Road Team during a ceremony at Volvo’s New River Valley (NRV) assembly plant in Dublin, Va., where all Volvo truck models for North America are assembled. Magnus Koeck, Volvo Trucks vice president of marketing and brand
Volvo Trucks debuts new ‘Welcome to My Cab’ installment
Volvo Trucks’ “Welcome to My Cab” series offers professional truck drivers a way to show their appreciation of large trucks and inspire others. In the latest episode of “Welcome to My Cab,” Tim Baumgartner, a veteran of the Vietnam War and founder and owner of Crockett’s Interstate Towing in Eugene, Ore., customized his Volvo VNL
What’s trucking’s biggest equipment trend?
Without a doubt, the heavy-duty trucking industry took one of its biggest leaps forward in 2014 in terms of getting the latest equipment technologies into fleets and on the road. There was no shortage of efficiency solutions as truck OEs and suppliers showcased everything from downsped engines and integrated powertrains to aerodynamic packages and vehicle connectivity
Volvo’s view of uptime: Bringing service, support under one roof
Built on the campus of its North American headquarters, Volvo Trucks’ new 123,000-sq.-ft. North American Uptime Center physically pulls together the personnel and service, which had already been working together to keep Volvo trucks productive, under one roof. The Uptime Center is a Volvo Group North America facility that Mack Trucks and Volvo Trucks share.
A smile and positive attitude delights truck operators
A welcoming handshake and a genuine, “How can I help you?” attitude are key requirements to delight and maintain fleet owners’ business at a growing full-service truck dealership, and that’s exactly what this writer received at Nextran’s Mack-Volvo facility in Lake City, Fla. Jon Pritchett, president and chief executive officer, Nextran Truck Centers, and Don
Volvo Trucks continues sponsor of America’s Road Team
Volvo Trucks will continue its sponsorship of America’s Road Team, serving as the sole sponsor of the premier trucking industry safety outreach program. As part of its support, Volvo will donate a 2015 Volvo VNL 780 model for use by the America’s Road Team program. “Volvo Trucks is proud to again be the exclusive sponsor
Volvo Trucks modifies North American alternative fuels plan
Volvo Trucks, citing the pace of the North American alternative fuel market, has put on hold its plans to launch a compression ignition liquefied natural gas (LNG) engine for North America. Field testing of Volvo’s dimethyl ether-(DME) powered vehicles will continue, and the company will continue to offer spark-ignited natural gas engines in its VNM
Volvo launches two used trucks tools
Volvo Trucks launched its Volvo Premium Certified used trucks program and online Volvo Used Truck Search tool. “With a rigorous inspection and reconditioning of each truck, customers can be confident that Volvo Premium Certified models deliver the quality experience they’ve come to expect from a Volvo truck,” said Pete Monize, vice president, Volvo Trucks remarketing
Effective maintenance, sound equipment choices help Oak Harbor Freight Lines operate efficiently
Freight volumes are higher than expected, notes Dan Vander Pol, director of maintenance at Oak Harbor Freight Lines. “While that is certainly good news, it does put a lot of pressure on our maintenance department to keep equipment running efficiently and on the road,” he says. “We don’t have extra equipment; so, if we have
Interpreting used oil analysis
“Think of oil analysis as a visit to your engine’s health care professional,” says Edward Covington, vice president, quality assurance at WIX Filters. “Oil analysis provides fact-based information on the oil’s condition, which can then be used to determine the engine’s condition. The data will help answer questions such as is the oil and filter
Volvo Trucks announces 2016 model year fuel saving enhancements
Volvo Trucks’ model year 2016 VN series highway tractors will deliver even greater fuel savings compared with previous generation models, according to the manufacturer. Further sculpting of airflow around the exterior and underneath the hood improves fuel efficiency by up to 3.5%, according to the company. Volvo’s new XE-Adaptive Gearing and Torque Management options can provide
