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    Technology award for dual clutch for trucks

    The I-Shift Dual Clutch transmission uses technology from the sports car industry to lift the driveability in heavy trucks to a whole new level. It is the first dual-clutch transmission for serial produced heavy vehicles, and the engineers responsible for the solution will receive Volvo’s technology award for 2014.Dual clutch technology means that two gears can be engaged simultaneously and which one is active is controlled by the clutches. Changing from one active gear to another is done in an instant by simply switching from one clutch to the other. The greatest advantage of the I-Shift

    Truck deliveries in January 2015

    Deliveries from the Volvo Group’s truck operations in January 2015 amounted to 13,055 vehicles. This was a decrease of 4% compared with the year-earlier month.Volvo Group Deliveries in North America increased by 14% in January thanks to a continuously high demand due to fleet renewal and a good economic development in general while deliveries in Europe were at the same level as in January 2014. Deliveries declined by 66% in South America, primarily due to lower deliveries in Brazil. In Asia truck deliveries increased by 3%. Total deliveries by market for all brands (Volvo, Mack,

    Volvo completes the acquisition of 45% of Dongfeng Commercial Vehicles

    AB Volvo has completed the acquisition of 45% of the Chinese automotive manufacturer, Dongfeng Commercial Vehicles Co., Ltd. The purchase consideration amounted to RMB 5.5 billion.As announced earlier, AB Volvo signed an agreement in January 2013 with the Chinese automotive manufacturer, Dongfeng Motor Group Company Limited (DFG), to acquire 45% of a subsidiary of DFG, Dongfeng Commercial Vehicles Co., Ltd (DFCV). DFCV includes most of Dongfeng’s operations in heavy-duty and medium-duty commercial vehicles. To implement the transaction, a number of conditions had to be fulfilled, including

    Truck deliveries in October 2014

    Deliveries from the Volvo Group’s truck operations in October 2014 amounted to 22,244 vehicles. This was a decrease of 5% compared with the year-earlier month.Volvo Group Deliveries from the Volvo Group’s truck operations in October 2014 amounted to 22,244 vehicles. This was a decrease of 5% compared with the year-earlier month. On a regional basis October deliveries declined by 14% in South America, primarily due to lower deliveries in Brazil. Deliveries in Europe declined by 22%, mainly as a result of high deliveries in 2013 during the pre-buy ahead of the EU6 emission legislation and

    Truck deliveries in August 2014

    Deliveries from the Volvo Group’s truck operations in August 2014 amounted to 11,809 vehicles. This was a decrease of 8% compared with the year-earlier month.Volvo Group Deliveries from the Volvo Group’s truck operations in August 2014 amounted to 11,809 vehicles. This was a decrease of 8% compared with the year-earlier month. On a regional basis August deliveries declined by 42% in South America and by 19% in Europe as a result of lower deliveries in Brazil and France respectively. Deliveries in North America increased by 22% in August. Total deliveries by market for all brands (

    Truck deliveries in July 2014

    Deliveries from the Volvo Group’s truck operations in July 2014 amounted to 15,410 vehicles. This was a decrease of 9% compared with the year-earlier month.Volvo Group Deliveries from the Volvo Group’s truck operations in July 2014 amounted to 15,410 vehicles. This was a decrease of 9% compared with the year-earlier month. On a regional basis July deliveries declined by 36% in South America and by 17% in Europe while deliveries increased by 21% in North America. Total deliveries by market for all brands (Volvo, Mack, Renault Trucks, UD Trucks and Eicher): +--------------------------

    Volvo Group developing safety system at the world’s most advanced test track

    Today marked the opening of AstaZero, the world’s first full-scale test track for active automotive safety located in Borås, Sweden. The 2000,000 square meters testing area simulates cities as well as multilane motorways, and it is here that the Volvo Group will test and develop future safety solutions for heavy vehicles.When it comes to safety, the Volvo Group’s vision is to have no Group vehicles involved in traffic accidents. The Group’s safety experts have studied data from traffic accidents since the 1960s, and analyses show that many accidents can be avoided or mitigated before they

    Truck deliveries in May 2014

    Deliveries from the Volvo Group’s truck operations in May 2014 amounted to 17,410 vehicles. This was an increase of 4% compared with the year-earlier month.Volvo Group Deliveries from the Volvo Group’s truck operations in May 2014 amounted to 17,410 vehicles. This was an increase of 4% compared with the year-earlier month. May experienced an unfavorable product and market mix. Deliveries of heavy duty trucks were on the same level as last year while deliveries of light duty trucks sourced from external suppliers were up by 36%. On a regional basis May deliveries declined by 19% in South

    Unique gearbox for heavy vehicles on the Volvo FH

    I-Shift Dual Clutch is the first transmission on the market with a dual clutch system for heavy vehicles. Thanks to power-shift gear changes without any interruption in power delivery, torque is maintained and the truck does not lose any speed during gear changes. For the driver, the result is more comfortable and efficient progress on the road.I-Shift Dual Clutch is a transmission consisting of two input shafts and a dual clutch. This means that two gears can be selected at the same time. It is the clutch that determines which of the gears is currently active. “When driving it feels

    Volvo Construction Equipment finalizes the acquisition of the hauler business from Terex

    The previously announced acquisition of Terex’s hauler business was today completed. The purchase consideration amounted to USD 160 M (approx. SEK 1 bn) on a cash and debt free basis.The deal includes the main production facility in Motherwell, Scotland and two product ranges that offer both rigid and articulated haulers. It also includes the distribution of haulers in the U.S. as well as a 25.2% holding in Inner Mongolia North Hauler Joint Stock Co. (NHL), which manufactures and sells rigid haulers under the Terex brand in China. In 2013, the acquired businesses (excluding NHL) had net

    Truck deliveries in April 2014

    Deliveries from the Volvo Group’s truck operations in April 2014 amounted to 16,354 vehicles. This was a decrease of 1% compared with the year-earlier month.Volvo Group Total deliveries by market for all brands (Volvo, Mack, Renault Trucks, UD Trucks and Eicher): +-------------+------+------+---------------------------+------+------+------+|Delivered |April |Change |Year-to date |Change||Units | | | | |+-------------+------+------+---------------------------+------+------+------+|Volvo

    Award for technology behind “The Epic Split”

    Volvo Dynamic Steering makes the truck driver’s job both safer and more comfortable. Now six of the people behind the system are receiving the Volvo Technology Award 2014. It will be handed over by President and CEO Olof Persson at AB Volvo’s annual general meeting on April 2.“Volvo Dynamic Steering elevates the steering of heavy commercial vehicles to an entirely new level. This technology gives the driver better control over the vehicle and makes the working conditions much easier. Thanks to first-class engineering work we are the first vehicle manufacturer in the world to be able to

    Truck deliveries in January 2014

    Deliveries from the Volvo Group’s truck operations in January 2014 amounted to 13,612 vehicles. This was an increase of 26% compared with the year-earlier month.Volvo Group Total deliveries by market for all brands (Volvo, Mack, Renault Trucks, UD and Eicher): Delivered Units January ChangeVolvo Group 2014 2013                            Europe 5 083 4 375 16%   Western Europe 3 950 3 623 9%   Eastern Europe 1 133 752 51%North America 4 178 1 962 113%

    Truck deliveries in November 2013

    Deliveries from the Volvo Group’s truck operations in November 2013 amounted to 20,356 vehicles. This was an increase of 16% compared with the year-earlier month. Productivity in the European industrial system is currently hampered by parallel production of both old and new generations of trucks.Volvo Group Total deliveries by market for all brands (Volvo, Mack, Renault Trucks, UD and Eicher): Delivered November Change Year ChangeUnits -to

    The Volvo Group introduces vocational training schools in Africa

    In partnership with SIDA and USAID, the Volvo Group will introduce vocational training schools for mechanics and vehicle operators in ten African countries.  The aim is to promote growth in these countries, while creating a market for the Group’s products.“By these training schools we are contributing to local financial development as our business grows. This is a win-win situation, made possible by a public-private partnership,” says Volvo’s President and CEO Olof Persson.In partnership with the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida) and the equivalent US

    Volvo Group to optimize truck manufacturing in Europe

    The Volvo Group has made a directional decision to implement changes in the European industrial structure for truck manufacturing. The aim is to enhance the efficiency of manufacturing and thus strengthen competitiveness.The intention is to, step-wise over the next two years, relocate cab trim operations from Umeå to Gothenburg, to concentrate the assembly of heavy duty trucks in Gothenburg to one line, and to concentrate the assembly of medium duty trucks to Blainville. The directional decision is expected to result in staff cutbacks and operational changes.The action corresponds to a

    Volvo Trucks Reveals Next Generation VM Model for Brazil and Latin America

    Volvo Trucks has revealed the fourth-generation VM model for Brazil and Latin America. The new VM marks the next step in design and performance innovation for a truck model that has transformed the Brazilian commercial vehicle market since its 2003 introduction. The fourth-generation VM also brings optional four-axle configurations for higher load capacity.“Ongoing investments in updating the VM line are a testament to the success the VM model has achieved in the Brazilian and Latin American markets,” said Francisco Mendonça, VM truck line manager for Volvo Trucks in Brazil. 8x2 and 8x4

    More efficient goods transport reduces emissions in cities

    Over a period of three years, emissions from 400 distribution trucks operating in Gothenburg, Sweden, were cut by 30 per cent. Volvo Group now wants to share its experience with other cities the world over.“With more energy-efficient vehicles, fuels with a lower environmental impact and smarter logistics, it is possible to achieve significant improvements. This project is part of Volvo Group’s drive to take the lead in sustainable transport solutions,” says Olof Persson, President and CEO of Volvo. 30 per cent lower emissionsIn the Climate-Smart City Distribution project, which ended

    Volvo Group takes an important strategic step with the launch of Quester

    On August 26th UD Trucks, part of the Volvo Group, launched Quester, a new heavy-duty truck range developed specifically for growth markets. Quester will address new market segments and marks a milestone for the Volvo Group in line with the Group’s truck strategy to increase sales by capturing profitable growth opportunities in fast growing markets across Asia Pacfic and other regions. Quester offers customers solutions tailored to their specific business needs and supports them in running profitable, growing businesses.“UD Trucks, with a proud and long-standing tradition of developing high

    Volvo Trucks to Commercialize DME-Powered Vehicles for North America

    Volvo Trucks today became the first manufacturer to announce plans to commercialize dimethyl ether (DME)-powered heavy-duty commercial vehicles in North America. As the latest step in its comprehensive “Blue Power” alternative fuel strategy, Volvo revealed ongoing U.S. customer field testing of trucks powered by DME, and demonstrated the technology after an announcement at the California State Capitol.DME mirrors the exceptional performance qualities and energy efficiency of diesel, and burns clean without producing any soot. Converting natural gas to DME is an innovative way to address

    Volvo Trucks presents its Euro 6 offer

    Volvo Trucks has introduced new trucks with Euro 6 engines ranging from the smallest medium-duty 5-litre engine to the heavy-duty 13-litre variant. Starting in spring 2014, Volvo trucks will also be available with a 16-litre Euro 6 engine and with the I-Torque driveline for the 13-litre engine.“Total fuel economy is very important for our customers, and we have a combination of technology and service offers that will be difficult for our competitors to match,” says Astrid Drewsen, Product Manager for Drivelines, Volvo Trucks. Improved after-treatment of emissions For the heavy-duty

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