The story of Volvo Trucks so far isn't just about the process of building, creating, developing and refining our vehicles. True, there's a fascinating story to be told there - one that includes all of our iconic models, ground-breaking technologies and the innovations that brought us this far.
1959
Volvo invents the 3-point safety harness. Rather than holding the patent, this revolutionary safety technology is offered to the world.
1983
Volvo introduces the first fully integrated sleeper compartment.
1996
Volvo launches the VN and sets a new standard for aerodynamics and fuel efficiency.
1997
The debut of the convertible workstation dinette cemented Volvo’s reputation for sleeper comfort.
2000
Volvo VHD launched.
2002
The new Volvo VN launched.
2005
Volvo Enhanced Stability Technology (VEST) introduced as standard equipment on highway tractor.
2006
Volvo I-Shift transmission launched for North America.
Volvo I-Shift automated manual transmission becomes standard on all Volvo-powered models.
2014
Grand opening of the industry-leading Uptime Center at Greensboro headquarters.
2016
Volvo introduces the revolutionary SuperTruck (in cooperation with the U.S. Department of Energy), with innovations in aerodynamics and fuel efficiency, achieving 12+ mpg in real-world tests.
2016
Volvo launches new D11, D13 and D13 with Turbo Compounding engines for GHG 2017.
2017
Volvo introduces the all new VNR family, designed to meet the unique needs of regional-haul customers.
2017
Volvo introduces the new VNL family for long-haul operations; this includes an all-new 70-inch sleeper.
2018
Volvo introduces the new VNX, built to delivery performance, style, and comfort in heavy-haul applications.
2019
Volvo Dynamic Steering available in the North American market.
2020
Volvo introduces the new VHD family for vocational operations, the VAH family specifically for autohauler customers, as well as the VNR Electric for local and regional distribution applications.
2021
Volvo Trucks celebrates the 25th anniversary of it’s flagship product, the VNL, in North America.
