In 1975, a big step forward was made with the introduction of the 200 series. And for the 200 series, Volvo introduced a brand new engine. The redblock engine. We will analyze their hardware and learn ...

Volvo boss says the upcoming EX60 will cost about the same as the XC60 plug-in hybrid. Using the new 800-volt SPA3 platform with new powertrains and batteries is key to keeping costs down. It will ...

Start/stop systems are among the simplest ideas in automotive history—turn off the engine when you don’t need it, save fuel, and start again when you do. Passenger cars embraced this decades ago, but ...

Volvo Trucks North America (VTNA) is now taking orders for its redesigned VNR regional haul truck. Production remains on track to begin in February at Volvo’s New River Valley plant in Virginia. The ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I am a professor at Cal State LA and the technical director for the Hydrogen Research and Fueling Facility. We go for better ...

2025 XC90: diagonally-opposed lines in grille the obvious change up front The XC90 is one of two Volvo SUVs which are becoming almost immortal. And that’s a good thing. Way out in front of every other ...

The launch of its new VNR truck was the talk of the TMC Annual Meeting in Nashville March 10-13. But Volvo Trucks North America also took the opportunity to take the wraps off a brand-new diesel ...

Volvo Trucks North America has revealed its new Variable Geometry Turbo engine. This launch is meant to pair with and improve the new Volvo VNR truck. Focusing on fuel efficiency and durability, Volvo ...

Along with rolling out an all-new VNR, Volvo Trucks North America has a new turbo engine designed to power regional operations better. The new Volvo D13 Variable Geometry Turbo Engine was unveiled ...

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Volvo Trucks North America on March 10 launched the D13 Variable Geometry Turbo engine, promising a 3% fuel efficiency increase compared with prior options. The engine will be the ...

Thomas has spent two years working in the auto journalism industry, contributing to a UK-based newspaper and writing for Euronewsweek. A full-time writer and lifelong engineering enthusiast, he now ...

The Engine Control Module (ECM) is a crucial component in a car, as it acts as the brain that controls various engine functions. It works in conjunction with multiple sensors, wires, and connectors to ...