New Volvo Engine for Euro 6

Volvo Trucks recently presented an engine tailored for the tough Euro 6 environmental standards, which has 77% less nitrogen oxide emissions and 50% less particulate emissions. “We have developed a reliable solution that not only meets the emission requirements but also gives customers added benefits in the form of good fuel economy and trouble-free ownership” said Mats Franzén, Volvo Trucks Manager of Engine Strategy and Planning.
Franzén was referring to the Volvo FH which has a new 460 horsepower Euro 6 engine that is optimized for fast and fuel-efficient transportation on good roads. In spring of 2013, the first trucks equipped with the new engine will be available. Customer demand for Euro 6 trucks remains at a modest level, because since February 2012, vehicles can still be certified according to the new regulations, but after two years the requirements will become compulsory for all new trucks. The tough emission standards include advanced engine solutions and many new components. These would mean higher cost for customers. “It is currently difficult to determine how much demand there will be. By offering our most popular engine in Euro 6 configuration, we meet the needs of a large proportion of our customers. The rest of the Euro 6 engine range will be launched well before the requirements become obligatory on January 1, 2014,” Mats Franzén explained. (July 5, 2012)