JOURNAL ARTICLE

FIRST DRIVE: CM heads to Greece to test a Volvo FH16 780 Aero that ups the ante in terms of horsepower. And as we find out, Europe's most powerful production truck certainly packs a punch.

  • Published In: Commercial Motor, 2024. P. 32 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: SHIERS, WILL 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the ongoing rivalry between Scania and Volvo in the truck industry, particularly regarding horsepower, with Volvo recently surpassing Scania's 770hp V8 with its new 780hp FH16 model, surprising many amid sustainability concerns. It mentions despite the push towards electrification, Volvo emphasizes the importance of combustion engines, with their diesel engine platform being a significant part of their strategy alongside electric and fuel cell options.

Additional Information

  • Source:Commercial Motor. 2024/05, p32
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Physics
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:0010-3063
  • Accession Number:177685768

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