Volvo Trucks will be showcasing its excellence in reducing carbon emissions and preventing accidents at the IAA 2024 (Commercial Vehicle Exhibition in Hannover, Germany). Volvo Trucks will be showcasing all-electric, fuel cell and renewable fuel-powered trucks with internal combustion engines to help enable sustainable transport today and in the future.
Volvo Trucks will bring its global range to the IAA 2024, including the all-electric and biofuel versions of the new Volvo FH Aero, which are already available in Europe, Asia and Africa. In addition, the new Volvo VNL model, based on the new platform, equipped with breakthrough autonomous driving technology, will also be unveiled, which is now available in the United States market. At the IAA, European customers will have the opportunity to experience Volvo VNL models, which is the first time that Volvo Trucks has offered the opportunity to experience the European market. Both heavy-duty truck models have been developed with a focus on improving fuel efficiency and enhancing safety.
"I'm very excited to see the strong interest shown by customers and the media in our new heavy-duty truck and its future technology." This was stated by Roger Alm, President of Volvo Trucks. "The models on display at this year's IAA not only demonstrate the Volvo Group's global reach, but also our unwavering commitment to our vision of net-zero emissions and zero accidents, both of which are critical to customer success."
Roger Alm, President of Volvo Trucks
Dong Chenrui, President of Volvo Trucks China, is looking forward to the upcoming IAA exhibition. "Volvo Trucks' new technology brings innovative logistics solutions that energize the sustainable development of the industry and make the logistics ecosystem more efficient and environmentally friendly," he said. These innovative technologies will not only significantly reduce operating costs and improve transportation safety, but will also bring far-reaching economic and environmental benefits to users, industry and society. ”
Also on display at the IAA will be the new Volvo FM low-entry cab model, Volvo's first fully electric truck with excellent driver visibility and improved driving safety in busy urban conditions. In addition, the iconic Volvo FH16 Aero will be on display, featuring a new D17 17-litre high-efficiency engine that boosts power while reducing fuel consumption and carbon emissions. Designed for the most complex applications, it maximizes productivity and is certified for HVO (Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil) and Biodiesel B100.
It is also worth mentioning that Volvo Trucks will also be showcasing its upcoming electric axle technology, a new technology tailored for Volvo Trucks' next generation of electric and fuel cell heavy-duty trucks, which can achieve a longer range while delivering better driving performance.
A number of Volvo trucks on display at the IAA will be fitted with Volvo's new Electronic Mirror System (CMS). This technology not only significantly improves fuel efficiency by optimizing the aerodynamic design, but also enhances the vehicle's safety performance by expanding the driving visibility.
Eight Volvo heavy-duty trucks will be unveiled at the IAA:
- Volvo FH Aero electric 4x2 with Electronic Mirror System (CMS)
- Volvo FH16 Aero 4x2, HVO version with XXL cab and electronic mirror system (CMS)
- Volvo FMX all-electric 6x4, three-way dump truck
- The Volvo FM low-entry cab model 6x2 is equipped with a dump loader
- Volvo FM Natural Gas 4x2 with CMS
- Volvo FE electric 4x2 with tipping bucket loader
- Volvo VNL 860, full spec
- Volvo fuel cell test heavy truck