Volvo Trucks North America’s Class 8 Volvo VNR Electric model has surpassed 10 million miles of zero-tailpipe emissions in customer operations since commercial orders began in December 2020. Nearly 600 Volvo VNR Electric trucks operate across the U.S. and Canada in fleets of all sizes, ranging from single trucks with an owner-operator to fleets with more than 100 battery-electric trucks.
"Surpassing 10 million miles with the Volvo VNR Electric is a monumental achievement that reflects the dedication of our customers, partners, and more than 65 Volvo Trucks Certified EV Dealers across North America,” said Peter Voorhoeve, president of Volvo Trucks North America. “In October, we celebrated reaching 8 million miles, and now we’ve hit 10 million. This progress is a testament to the trust and commitment of those who believe in our vision for a sustainable future.”
Customers operating Volvo VNR Electric trucks are collectively driving more than 200,000 miles per week. Volvo Trucks said the milestone illustrates its impact in electrifying heavy-duty transport and reinforces the effectiveness of the Volvo VNR Electric’s advanced features, such as its powerful electric driveline, near-silent operation, and multiple battery pack configurations to allow customers to tailor the range to their application.
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Volvo Trucks’ journey to this milestone began with the launch of the Volvo VNR Electric as part of the Volvo LIGHTS Project. The $90 million public-private partnership laid the foundation for the scaled adoption of heavy-duty battery-electric trucks by exploring the infrastructure and operational adaptations required to support electric mobility.
Voorhoeve acknowledged there have been challenges in scaling heavy-duty zero-emission solutions. "Although the battery electric deployments have not scaled as quickly as we anticipated or hoped for, Volvo Trucks remains committed to decarbonizing transportation. Our customers are logging an increasing number of miles every day, proving that the shift is not only possible but is underway. We are optimistic about accelerating the adoption of sustainable technologies through our strong partnerships with our dealers, customers, and organizations like PACT."
