Volvo Trucks' deliveries January 2000
VOLVO TRUCKS' DELIVERIES JANUARY 2000 Volvo Trucks' deliveries during January 2000 recorded a total of 4,658 units. Sales showed the following distribution: 1999 2000 % Europe, total 2,958 2,704 -9 of which Western Europe 2,742 2,522 -8 Eastern Europe 216 182 -16 North America 2,317 1,552 -33 South America 330 147 -55 Asia - 158 Other markets 133 97 -27 Total 5,738 4,658 -19 The demand for heavy trucks in Western Europe remains strong. The order intake in North America is temporarily on a lower level. The activities in Eastern Europe, Asia and South America are now increasing from a low level. The order book totally has increased somewhat since the turn of the year. February 18, 2000 For more information, please contact: Tommy Kohle, telephone +46 31 66 65 17, mobile 0706 76 65 17 ------------------------------------------------------------ Please visit http://www.bit.se for further information The following files are available for download: http://www.bit.se/bitonline/2000/02/18/20000218BIT00670/bit0001.doc http://www.bit.se/bitonline/2000/02/18/20000218BIT00670/bit0002.pdf