Volvo Trucks North America has announced two significant milestones in its drive toward sustainable transportation. The company revealed plans to certify a new CARB-24 compliant engine for its next-generation Volvo VNL and VNR models and celebrated a major achievement of 15 million zero-tailpipe emission miles with its Volvo VNR Electric fleet in North America.
The new engine, built on the advanced Volvo D13 VGT (Variable Geometry Turbo) platform, is designed to meet the California Air Resources Board’s stringent 2024 Omnibus regulations. It will feature ultra-low nitrogen oxide (NOx) and particulate matter (PM) emissions while enhancing fuel efficiency through design innovations such as a shorter seven-wave piston, a longer connecting rod, and a variable displacement oil pump. Available in configurations of 425 HP/1750 lb. ft. torque or 455 HP/1850 lb. ft. torque, the engine is expected to be available for order soon, with truck deliveries starting in late 2025.
In parallel, Volvo Trucks announced that its all-electric Volvo VNR has surpassed 15 million miles of real-world customer operations across the U.S. and Canada. Since its commercial debut in December 2020, more than 700 electric trucks have been deployed across fleets of all sizes, reinforcing the company’s leadership in Class 8 battery-electric vehicles.
Peter Voorhoeve, president of Volvo Trucks North America, commented on the achievement: “Despite infrastructure challenges and regulatory uncertainty, our customers continue to lead the shift to zero emissions. We remain committed to supporting them with top-tier products, dealer support, and financing solutions.”
To support growing electric adoption, Volvo has certified 74 EV dealership locations across North America, ensuring nationwide access to expert sales and service. Looking ahead, Volvo is preparing to launch the all-new VNL Electric, built on the VNL platform and powered by an integrated e-axle system that boosts range by enabling more battery capacity.
These dual efforts underscore Volvo Trucks’ commitment to sustainability, meeting both near-zero and zero-emission goals as it pushes toward its 2040 vision of fully carbon-free transport.
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