Volvo truck driver magazine

Its all about everyone playing their instruments in harmony, and. Volvo trucks driver challenge is a global driver competition which aims to evaluate the role of the truck driver and highlight the importance of efficient driving skills. Main test, volvo fh, family ties, nz trucking magazine. New volvo truck range focused on drivers equipment. The truck entered the passing lane, struck a guide rail off on the west shoulder of. He was runnerup at this years volvo driver challenge world final and is a real master at fuelefficient driving. With the new volvo fh, volvo fh16, volvo fm and volvo fmx, we bring you a whole new level of driving experience. State police said talwinder singh, 36, was driving a 2016 volvo rig northbound on i81 in the town of onondaga. Across the open floor plan, he can see his full team, as well as. We use cookies to ensure that we offer you the best experience on our website. Volvo has already unveiled s60 and now they have confirmed the pricing of it. Vt driver magazine delivers news, current issues and affairs straight through the cab window of the truck and straight on. Editors choice features a very special new daf xf, theres a convoy moviethemed volvo fh12 and we take a trip to the nurburgring for the adac truck grand prix. Volvo fh, fh16, fm and fmx, represent about two thirds of volvo trucks deliveries.

Real time monitoring has become a reality, and step by step volvo trucks is improving truck uptime by streamlining servicing, helping transport businesses to keep their promise to deliver on time, every time. Mar 05, 2020 volvo said its new trucks are focused on the driver. Volvo trucks north america announces driver display. The burden of new legislation affecting the truck industry can often feel daunting, especially when you are working long hours and are regularly away from home. Volvo trucks thanks professional drivers work truck magazine. Training to develop driver competence is key to a good image of the profession and ensures that drivers stay in the business, says michael borjesson, fuel services manager volvo trucks. May 14, 2020 the new driver display activation will use a factoryinstalled telematics gateway, leveraging existing volvo trucks technology.

Its a great truck for pulling trailers, but its not a good everyday driver. When conditions demand a lot of shifting, this gearbox really. By investing in specific transport solutions combined with driver training, fleet manager peter conway successfully achieved these goals close 155999e1ae3f40db91722b47e6d3a303. It is easy to see how new regulations, which features new laws regarding the number of hours you can drive, could compound such concerns. With longhaul drivers out for two to three weeks at a time, a restful nights sleep is critical. Keep your truck on the road with genuine volvo parts and volvo truck accessories. The base version of 2019 volvo s60 is s60 t5 fwd momentum and it read more by pratik sinha june 21, 2018. After introducing electric and autonomous truck developments in 2019, volvo trucks has unveiled four new truck. The competition will challenge the driver in the areas of fuel efficiency, safety and productivity all vital to promoting professional pride, the customers bottom line. Over 600,000 volvo trucks are now connected and the figure is increasing by the day. From there, the final 300 miles of the old disassembled bridges 5,400mile journey to its new home, had to be done by truck. Volvo trucks latest interior enhancements are found throughout the vhds cab. Volvo fh the leader in long haul, the volvo fh delivers unmatched driver comfort, safety and economy.

Jun 25, 2017 trevor tests the volvo fh16 750hp in the next goodyear trevor big test. Volvo trucks cab design is very much more about the drivers needs, including more ergonomic seats and better tilt steering options make driving a truck less tiring and stressful on the body. Recognizing an opportunity, volvo trucks has designed a driver experience that represents a whole new appeal to life on the road. With nearly ninety years of truck production experience, renowned quality, scope of production, development and implementation. The truck entered the passing lane, struck a guide rail off on the west shoulder. Designing the dashboard and infotainment system for the new volvo vnr regional haul series and volvo vnl longhaul series began with the simple concept of making everything easier for the driver to access. Even the best, most proficient truck driver on the road today needs a little help from time to time, and he can get it from some of todays top.

Leading up to national truck driver appreciation week and in conjunction with national trucking week in canada, volvo trucks north. Editors choice features a very special new daf xf, theres a convoy moviethemed. Support your truck driver for improved bottom line. As soon as you get behind the wheel its clear that the improvements create a safer and much more comfortable, userfriendly driver experience. Training to develop driver competence is key to a good image of the profession and ensures that.

A video slideshow look back at the 12 contenders for the 2019 ownerdriver truck of the year quest more. Able to control the truck s throttle, transmission downshifting, and brakes, volvo active driver assist helps drivers maintain a safe following distance. Advertisementclick here to read moreadvertisement the new service allows. The uks leading commercial vehicle monthly magazine directed at drivers. Volvo truck s latest interior enhancements are found throughout the vhds cab. Where you always find great truck stories volvo trucks magazine.

Volvo trucks new vnr 660 model offers lighterweight. Our september issue is loaded with brilliant trucks. Volvo vnvnl 20042017 truck driver left side headlight replaces 82329127tr001l 1. The result is an aerodynamic design that conveys volvo quality, strength and performance. Across the open floor plan, he can see his full team, as well as view the fullsize clay models of the truck properties theyre working on down below on the studio floor. As soon as you get behind the wheel its clear that the improvements create a. The new volvo vhd looks every bit as capable as it is, designed to bring new energy into the vocational market, said john felder, product marketing manager, volvo trucks north america. Back at home in pennsylvania, my daily driver is a 1996 dodge dually pickup. Volvo trucks north america introduces the new volvo vnr 660 truck model, expanding its offerings for regionalhaul applications with specs related to length, weight and driver comfort. Simply put, the new volvo vnl series is not your daddys sleeper rig. Volvo said its new trucks are focused on the driver. The new turbo v6 has more torque than the old supercharged v6, but far worse eparated fuel economy.

The result places the most commonly used switches closest to the driver s hands, either on the steering wheel or right nearby. Canadas future truck drivers will need to complete at least 103. The uks first ishift dual clutch equipped volvo fm. Every new volvopowered truck will have driver display activation available free of charge for the first two years, bundled with volvo trucks remote diagnostics services. On september 23, 1968, a ceremony was held in arizona, which included the lord. The magazine is produced to a high professional standard by our publisher. Volvo trucks magazine online volvo trucks volvo trucks south. If youre still without changing your settings, we will assume that you are happy to receive all cookies on the volvo site files. Volvo trucks ishift dual clutch enables seamless gear changes, using sports car technology that is totally unique in the heavy trucks market. Vt driver magazine delivers news, current issues and affairs straight through the cab window of the truck and straight on to the steering wheel of the drivers. And take performance and efficiency to new heights. We are keen to hear from you about the level of service you receive and in most cases are forced to pay for, dodgy msas, truck stops, crap overnight parking with poor facilities let us know. For the most demanding operations, the volvo fh16 is the most powerful truck of the range.

Mar 10, 2020 the new volvo vhd looks every bit as capable as it is, designed to bring new energy into the vocational market, said john felder, product marketing manager, volvo trucks north america. Our mission is to provide the latest and most comprehensive news affecting the trucking industry with our awardwinning journalism and news coverage that is informative, objective and engaging. After introducing electric and autonomous truck developments in 2019, volvo trucks has unveiled four new truck models at. Read articles and stories in volvo trucks magazine online. Aimed at the volvo truck driver, owner and all who have. Sep 12, 2019 volvo has already unveiled s60 and now they have confirmed the pricing of it.

Trevor tests the volvo fh16 750hp in the next goodyear trevor big test. Apr 21, 2020 state police said talwinder singh, 36, was driving a 2016 volvo rig northbound on i81 in the town of onondaga. The new vhd is designed to set a new standard for vocational trucks, and that includes driver environment. Our team of writers includes some of the most respected names in the business, many of whom have first hand. Truck finance, rental and insurance tailored to your business.

This safety system includes forward collision warnings and active braking, even for stopped vehicles in the roadway. Main test, volvo fh, family ties, nz trucking magazine youtube. Volvo trucks latest interior enhancements are found. When conditions demand a lot of shifting, this gearbox really comes into its own. Many of the past issues of volvo driver magazines can now be seen on line.

Driver feedback was key to the updated volvo fh and fh16 truck cab interior. Along with more comfort and convenience for drivers, volvo trucks was ready to make a bold statement with the new series the brands first new products in more than 20 years. New truck range built with the driver in mind volvo trucks. Vladimir myslik, driver trainer manager in central and east europe, put the volvo fh with isave to the test on one of the most wellknown roads in the czech. Td volvo truck driver magazine is the latest publication from the cv driver magazine stable. Driver development also helps to attract and retain talent. Its like being a conductor in a symphony, said balicki, who sits on a mezzanine level in the design studio of volvo trucks greensboro campus.