It has become increasingly important for haulage firms to show that they want to, and can, take their environmental responsibilities seriously. That is why Volvo Trucks is offering its customers a comprehensive declaration of how the company’s trucks impact the environment. Volvo Trucks is the only truck maker to provide such a service. “Demand from our customers for detailed information about our trucks’ climate and environmental footprint has increased in recent years,” says Lars Mårtensson, Environmental Director at Volvo Trucks.

Swedish truck maker Volvo Trucks regards gas as the most viable alternative to oil as a fuel for diesel engines. Above all, it offers considerable potential as a bridge to greater use of climate-neutral biogas. “This allows us to deal suitably with the most pressing problem – reducing carbon dioxide emissions,” says Lars Mårtensson, Volvo Trucks’ Environmental Director.

The lead time from drawing board to finished product is getting ever shorter. And the consumer’s role in the product development process is becoming increasingly clear. Even large industrial corporations are pursuing a fast pace and are quick off the mark to bring customers into the loop in product development. When Swedish truck manufacturer Volvo Trucks decided to develop its new construction truck – the Volvo FMX – customer participation played a central role in the process.