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Volvo Trucks
In the summer of 2008, Volvo Trucks launched a new generation of trucks in Europe. Both the Volvo FH,
the companies bestselling truck for long haulage, and the Volvo FH16, the flagship with the highest torque
in the business, received substantial upgrades. Among the news were also a new Volvo FM with an 11-liter
engine.
Renault Trucks
In early 2008, Renault Trucks introduced a new version of the heavy-duty truck Renault Magnum, which
is Renault Trucks’ flagship. The main news was an imroved interior with increased driver comfort. Among
other news was the Renault Kerax with a 13-liter engine.
Nissan Diesel
Nissan Diesel introduced the heavy-duty truck Quon, which is distinguished by its fuel efficiency, on the
important export market in South Africa. Export of Quon trucks commenced in 2007 when Singapore and
Hong Kong, countries with Euro IV emission demands, were the first ones out.
Mack Trucks
Mack introduced a new prestige truck with a 16-liter engine, the Titan by Mack. The model, developed
specifically for heavy haulage and construction work, is equipped with the new 16-liter Mack MP10 engine.
Volvo Buses
At the major IAA bus and truck show in Hanover, Germany, Volvo Buses launched the first commercially
viable hybrid bus on the market, the Volvo 7700 Hybrid. With up to 30% lower fuel consumption and
hybrid components from Volvo, bus operators can earn a very competitive payback on their investment.
Volvo Construction Equipment
At the major ConExpo fair in Las Vegas, Volvo Construction Equipment showcased its revolutionary hybrid
wheel loader prototype. Furthermore the new line of road machinery and close to 30 other newly launched
products from the companies entire product range were on show. During the autumn, two new medium-
sized wheel loaders in Volvo Construction Equipment’s F-series were introduceed.
Volvo Penta
Volvo Penta continued the launch of Volvo Penta IPS – the acclaimed drive system with forward-facing
propellers and steerable drive units. With new and larger drive units connected to the Volvo Group’s
11-liter engine, Volvo Penta has expanded its IPS offering with two new power classes: IPS800 and
IPS900.
Volvo Aero
Volvo Aero signed an agreement with Rolls-Royce, under which Volvo Aero will develop and manufacture
a key component for the Trent XWB, the engine in Airbus’s forthcoming aircraft. Volvo Aero also entered
into an agreement with Pratt & Whitney regarding the development and manufacturing of three major
components for both the Mitsubishi Regional Jet (MRJ) and the Bombardier CSeries.
A global group 2008
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