กรุงเทพฯ--28 ก.ค.--volvo
Volvo Trucks has introduced the new Volvo range
-First introduced to journalists for test drive at Bonanza International Speedway
-Volvo Trucks will later introduce the new range to the customer through its Road Show Events
-The new range were launched first time in Asia in Korea
Volvo Trucks has introduced the new Volvo range of heavy duty trucks in Thailand at the media test drive event during 22 – 23 July 2014 at Bonanza International Speedway in Nakon Ratcha Sima. Four all new trucks are prepared for test drive offering the journalists to experience its state of art technology: Volvo Dynamic Steering.
Mr. Ekanat Suwintawong, Vice President Commercial Vehicle and Marketing of Volvo Group (Thailand) Company Limited, said the new Volvo range recently was first officially launched for Asia in Korea and journalists in Thailand would be the first group to experience the all new trucks range.
“At the launch in Korea, we invited a number of customers to join the event and amazingly some of them had placed orders despite they had not seen the vehicles showing their confident on the Volvo innovation. After they experienced the technology in the day after launch, they felt very happy with our latest innovation,” said Mr. Ekanat.
In Thailand, he said Volvo Trucks would introduce the new Volvo range to the local customers in 5 regions starting from Suratthani on 13-14 September, Tak on 27-28 September, Chonburi on 11-12 October, Saraburi on 18-19 October and Khonkaen on 1-2 November.
Volvo Trucks has invested more than US$3 billion and 14 million engineering hours in product development alone. And just to make perfectly sure of the outcome, Volvo Trucks have tested the vehicles for 21 million kilometres. Together with comprehensive service offerings, the new Volvo truck range will deliver outstanding transport solutions to our customers.
Comprising the Volvo FH, the Volvo FM and the Volvo FMX, the range is the most modern and innovative Volvo line-up ever. The heavy-duty trucks include innovation and technology that makes the driver’s job easier and more efficient, with an outstanding ability to help customers in all segments to improve productivity and profitability. It boasts important innovations in all crucial areas: from fuel efficiency, safety to maximising uptime.
The range also introduces unique features such as the ground-breaking Volvo Dynamic Steering (VDS), which delivers exceptional handling – pretty much like a car – in all operating conditions, as well as intelligent I-Shift gearbox technology.
Volvo’s unique Dynafleet system allows following up on fuel consumption over time, and – together with Volvo Trucks Driver Training – coach drivers into further improving their fuel saving skills.
Telematics also enable the workshop to monitor key components, such as fuel usage, wear and tear conditions, driver’s momentum, etc, thus making it possible to reduce maintenance needs and avoid unplanned stops, letting the customer fully focus on running their core business.
Designed for all industry segments
Mr Christophe Martin, President of Volvo Trucks in Asia, commented that, “with new hi-tech capabilities and a wide range of benefits, the trucks are equipped to serve Volvo customers in all segments in Asia, from construction and mining to logistics.”
In a 2012 report, the Asian Development Bank stated that the total infrastructure costs for South East Asia alone are estimated to exceed US$1 trillion from 2010 to 2020.
There are countless infrastructure developments taking place [in Asia], providing significant opportunities. Volvo Trucks wants to maximize our operations off the back of these major developments; Volvo Trucks wants to actively facilitate the growth. With the introduction of the Volvo truck range, we’re confident of our ability to sustain this ambitious growth, said Mr. Ekanat.
The Volvo FH for instance, features an all-new cab optimised for long haul challenges. An innovative truck built with the driver in focus, it is wired to make operations more efficient, more productive, safer and more comfortable for long distance transport.
The Volvo FMX is extremely robust and ideal for construction and mining. The new model is equipped with innovative solutions, such as the Volvo Dynamic Steering and an air suspension, optimized for construction use, which make it easier to drive, even under the toughest conditions.
Lastly, the flexible all-round player Volvo FM is specially designed for the urban environment and regional long-haul, and thereby meeting Asia’s fast-paced urbanization. It is an extremely versatile truck that can be tailored for each specific need of the customer’s business.