"This seems like a dumb place to hide a test truck," is the opening line of the latest #WhatTheTruck marketing video from Volvo. It's worth a watch to find out what happens when you park a top secret wrapped truck in a not-so-secret place.
Watch the all-new Volvo VNL premiere at 1 p.m. EST on January 23.
The Volvo VNL has been a game changer for 25 years. The standard for long-haul–the it's built to exceed your expectations and has been pushing the boundaries will continue to set the standards of excellence today and tomorrow.
Fuel Efficiency:
Innovative technology. Optimized power. Improved aerodynamics.
Learn how the VNL helps you squeeze the most profit out of every drop of fuel.
Driver Productivity:
Workspace. Living space. Productive space.
The VNL offers redesigned working and living spaces, optimized to put the driver comfortably in command, maximizing productivity.
Safety:
The guiding principle for everything we do.
Volvo’s commitment to safety protects your business by helping drivers avoid or minimize accidents, reducing cargo loss, downtime, and accident-related insurance costs.
Uptime:
Real people. Real solutions. Real fast.
Our highly-trained uptime team manages service and schedules repairs 24/7, while our fleet management solutions provide unprecedented control over your operations.
The Shape of Trucks to Come
The Volvo VNL is built for the needs of today’s—and tomorrow’s—long-haul trucking operations. This VNL is built on Volvo’s foundation of fuel efficiency, driver productivity, safety, and uptime. It’s optimized to keep your business competitive in today’s marketplace and offers industry leading features to meet a driver’s needs
An aerodynamic front end manages airflow, while state-of-the-art LED lighting creates outstanding visibility and reduced maintenance. Inside, seating is ergonomically optimized, while the dashboard and steering wheel bring controls and information efficiently to the driver. It all works together, so that our VNL sleepers make your drivers feel at home on the road.
Ten Reasons to Love the Volvo VNL
Volvo Active Driver Assist (VADA) helps drivers maintain a safe following distance. While an audible alert and heads-up warning display notifies drivers of danger before automatic braking is activated.
2. Volvo D13TC Engine.
The next generation Volvo D13 Turbo Compound engine is designed to help customers save fuel on virtually any load and route for highway applications. The D13TC can improve fuel efficiency up to 6% when compared with our current VGT models.
3. Fuel Efficiency Packages.
Choose from four fuel efficiency packages to select the right combination of aerodynamic features and powertrain technologies for your application.
4. Volvo Dynamic Steering.
The revolutionary Volvo Dynamic Steering (VDS) system provides a safer, more comfortable driver experience. It dampens vibrations, improves low speed maneuverability, and enhances stability at road speeds.
5. Position Perfect™ Steering.
The VNL features a three-motion tilt/telescope steering wheel that tilts in relation to the column.
6. Redesigned Dashboard/Upgraded Interior.
The well-organized dashboard combines easy-to-read gauges, a configurable driver information display, and accessible controls. The improved driving environment features a variety of features to meet the needs of today’s drivers.
7. Full-width Sleeper.
The 70-inch long sleepers on the mid-roof VNL 740 and high-roof VNL 760 have been expanded to 96-inches wide, maximizing living space and comfort.
8. Uptime Services.
Volvo Trucks uptime service offerings include Remote Diagnostics, Volvo ASIST service
communications, 24/7 roadside support, and driver-activated Remote Programming downloads.
9. Volvo I-Shift.
Volvo’s I-Shift automated manual transmission reduces fatigue and helps the driver stay focused on surrounding traffic.
10. Adaptive Loading.
A lift axle solution for 6x2 tractors, Adaptive Loading helps trucks run efficiently for every mile of every haul.