Since the launch of the Volvo FE Hybrid about 50 trucks have been delivered to customers throughout Europe. Their responses are highly positive. The truck is both economical and reliable. Christina Eriksson, business manager for alternative drivelines, has encountered nothing but enthusiasm on her visits to customers. “It’s been amazing !” she says, “Our hybrid [...]
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Volvo and Shell announce global LNG collaboration
April 6th, 2013 
Aaron Turpen Volvo Trucks and Shell announced a formal agreement to collaborate and coordinate activities supporting the wider use of Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) as a fuel for heavy-duty commercial vehicles. “Customer interest in natural gas as a heavy-duty truck fuel will only continue to grow,” said Göran Nyberg, president of Volvo Trucks North American Sales & [...]
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Tags: Liquefied natural gas, lng, natural gas, shell, volvo, Volvo Trucks 
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Volvo Trucks introduces dynamic steering system combining hydraulic power steering with electric motor
February 25th, 2013 Aaron Turpen Volvo Trucks is introducing Volvo Dynamic Steering, which combines conventional hydraulic power-steering with an electronically-regulated electric motor fitted to the steering gear. The result is precise steering that gives a truck driver a safer and more comfortable working environment. An electronically-controlled electric motor attached to the steering shaft is the technological innovation in Volvo Dynamic [...]
Posted in Featured, Other Alt Fuels Tags: Electric motor, Transportation and Logistics, volvo, Volvo Trucks No Comments »Volvo Trucks Takes the Lead With Tomorrow’s Wireless Road Trains
December 19th, 2012 Aaron Turpen (Press Release) Using wireless technology to link a road train, in which a lead truck controls a convoy of vehicles driving behind it, is now technically feasible. The technology was demonstrated at the conclusion of the Safe Road Trains for the Environment (SARTRE) project, which Volvo Trucks participated in. Although it may take some time [...]
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