The Volvo VNL: a New Standard in the Trucking Industry

This summer, Volvo represented the new truck, which absolutely changed the trucking industry. It is built for the needs of the modern trucking world. Now, long-haul trucking operations aren’t as hard as they were several years ago. In other words, the new Volvo VNL will gradually become the new standard for long-haul productivity. The new Volvo has just hit the market. Nevertheless, lots of customers who have already managed to do test drives, confirm that this truck is much more than just a reliable and safe vehicle. Let’s take a look at this truck, analyze its main enhancements and appraise its functionality.

• Aerodynamics

The first and the most noticeable enhancements are related to aerodynamics. The new truck is endowed with the roof air deflector. Its prime objective is to keep the airflow attached. It smoothes out the turbulence between the trailer and the cab too. The new aerodynamic design allows owners to save on fuel.

• What about redesigned headlights?

The company manufacturer also cared about such aspect as visibility. They endowed the new Volvo truck with LED bulbs. Their prime objective is to reduce maintenance and enhance visibility. All models of the new truck have LED (high or low) beam headlines. Besides, the new parking lamps and markers were added as well.

• The New Sleek Design

The new entry has an absolutely new sleeking design. The truck is endowed with the new bumper, hood and airflow deflector. All enhancements match each other and allow to control and channel airflow. The chassis fairings were also redesigned, influencing positively the truck functionality.

• The New Interior Features

The prime objective of the new truck is to improve productivity. Thus the manufacturers offer enhanced living and working areas as well. Now, the driver has a comfortable area for rest and for work. The dashboard and the seating area were optimized. When a driver is made to go too far, he will always feel as if he is at home.

One more thing which is worth mentioning is the enhancements of the steering wheel. Now, neither of two drivers is discriminated due to the new steering solution. Drivers have an awful lot of choices for positioning the wheel.

The driver information display was also improved. Now, all drivers of this truck have a chance to use the new five-inch driver display, providing the access to the information about the trip, truck diagnostics and performance information. The new infotainment system is one more improvement, which deserves attention. Regardless of the fact that this system is optional, it has lots of benefits. It is endowed with the new audio system and a touchscreen. Any driver of the new Volvo truck has a chance to download any third-party app or various navigation tools. The truck has a new slipper and a more peaceful sleeping area. We see that the new Volvo truck is a breakthrough in the trucking industry. Analyzing the evolution of all Volvo trucks, we can say that this one is the most successful.

See video of the new Volvo VNL: