Press releases

Volvo has begun on-road testing of heavy trucks powered by hydrogen combustion engines. Volvo’s hydrogen solution is industry-leading, and the commercial launch will take place before 2030.

Volvo Trucks adds two more trucks to its list of models that have been awarded Euro NCAP’s maximum score of 5 stars. Two variants of the Volvo FH with standard cab are the latest to get the top rating, confirming Volvo’s leading position in its core value safety.

Volvo Trucks introduces a new generation of its I-Roll technology, adding an engine stop/start functionality – a world first in the heavy-duty truck industry. The new stop/start function will cut fuel consumption and CO2 emissions – the latest initiative from Volvo to reduce the climate impact and running costs of transportation.

Volvo Trucks has done it again – receiving the maximum 5-star safety rating for heavy-duty trucks from the European consumer test organization Euro NCAP. Both the Volvo FH Aero and the Volvo FM scored top results in the 2025 rating.

Trucks that keep moving, are safe and deliver maximum uptime and productivity for their owners. This is what Volvo Trucks wants to achieve with its digital and connected services for customers.

Volvo has further refined its renowned dynamic steering system with a new function that can detect a tire blowout and immediately take action to keep the truck safely on the road.

Volvo Trucks is coming to the Bauma 2025 exhibition to demonstrate its determination to decarbonize transport in the construction industry. Volvo will show its wide offering of products and technologies that enable more sustainable transport – today and tomorrow.

The European consumer test organization Euro NCAP has for the first time ever assessed the safety of heavy-duty trucks. Volvos’ best-selling models, the Volvo FH and the Volvo FM, both received the top rating of five stars. The Volvo FM also had the best overall test result among all tested trucks.

Busy traffic situations pose daily safety risks to vulnerable road users. This is why Volvo Trucks is introducing two safety systems focusing on protecting pedestrians and cyclists.

Volvo launches its first truck model ever developed only with electric drive. With capacity for heavy loads and excellent visibility for the driver, FM Low Entry is an electric truck optimized for safe and efficient driving in city areas.

Volvo Trucks is introducing a new engine for its iconic FH16 truck. With up to 780 Hp and 3800 Nm, the new 17-litre engine can handle the toughest transport assignments with ease, while delivering outstanding fuel efficiency and durability. The new engine is certified to run on biofuels.

Volvo’s range of heavy-duty trucks – the Volvo FH, FM and FMX models – are being upgraded with new technologies and the latest in camera monitoring for even better efficiency, safety and productivity for demanding businesses.

Volvo Trucks has scooped the prestigious industry award for its Volvo FH Electric. It’s the first time ever that an electric truck wins the award.

With an electric range up to 450 km, 50 percent shorter charging time and new active safety features, Volvo´s updated medium-duty electric trucks are designed for the urban environment – enabling safe zero emission city transport and logistics.

Volvo Trucks is now offering its medium-duty truck Volvo FL with a more powerful 320hp engine, allowing the vehicle to take on even tougher assignments.

A national network of public fast chargers for heavy electric trucks is opening in Sweden. The charging network is powered by renewable energy. A new service from Volvo Trucks makes it easy for haulers to find and access the charging stations.

Volvo Trucks ramps up electric truck volumes and starts serial production of heavy battery electric trucks at the Ghent factory in Belgium. This means that electric Volvo trucks are now built in four factories – three in Europe and one in the US.

Time to celebrate! Today it’s 30 years since Volvo Trucks introduced the Volvo FH, the company’s most sold truck ever. From its start, Volvo’s flagship model has been characterized by its distinctive exterior and interior design, superb driver comfort and technically advanced efficiency and safety solutions.

KAJANG, 7 AUGUST 2023 - The Malaysian Institute of Road Safety Research (MIROS) and Volvo Trucks Malaysia are proud to announce the establishment of a Memorandum of Collaboration (MOC) to strengthen road safety efforts in the heavy-duty prime movers sector and reduce the number of road crashes in Malaysia. The MOC aims to foster a collaborative and cooperative relationship between the two parties by promoting safe driving practices and implementing impactful road safety programs, especially for heavy vehicles.

Shah Alam, Selangor, 11 July 2023 – Volvo Trucks Malaysia (Volvo Trucks) has officially debuted its fully electric heavy duty prime movers in Malaysia, the first electric heavy duty prime mover to be launched in the Southeast Asia region. Further to the reveal, Volvo Trucks also secured its first adopters, integrated logistics provider, Swift Haulage Berhad. The announcement spotlights the Swedish truck maker’s role in accelerating the industry’s transition to electromobility, in line with the nation’s net zero carbon ambitions.