Volvo October 2020

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THE TIME MACHINES Relive four classic Volvo road tests

1967

Ailsa-built Volvo F86 tested at 30 tonnes

1978

Volvo F10 breaks the 8mpg barrier

1988

1994

Volvo FL10 320 proves Volvo FH12 420 sets a bigger isn’t better new test record

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“Volvo has a long and enviable reputation for raising the bar when it comes to fuel consumption on Commercial Motor road tests. From the 32-ton F10 in 1978, then the 38-tonne FH12 420 in 1994, the Gothenburg team has set new benchmarks.

Then, of course, last year’s FH 460 I-Save, with its turbo-compound technology to recover otherwise lost energy, broke our record for 44-tonners around the CM Scottish route. In fact, the record wasn’t just broken, it was annihilated, with an increase not far off a whole mile per gallon.

The new FM, designed more for the city than the long-haul, had a different challenge. No 40-tonner had attempted the route since 2008, when the magic 9mpg remained tantalisingly out of reach. Since then the test has changed a bit, becoming tougher with higher speed limits and lower emissions, but the latest FM achieved an astounding overall figure of 10.31mpg. Another gauntlet is thrown down.”

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COMMERCIAL MOTOR 17 MARCH 1967 The Volvo F86, built under licence by Ailsa Trucks of Glasgow and pulling a Highway trailer, delivered first-class results

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COMMERCIAL MOTOR 27 OCTOBER 1988 Volvo’s FL10 320, designed for the practical world of fleet distribution, proves that the bigger option is not always best

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COMMERCIAL MOTOR 29 SEPTEMBER 1978 Volvo’s F10 sets a new standard of economy in heavyweight haulage on the Scottish road test route

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COMMERCIAL MOTOR 18 AUGUST 1994 The Volvo FH12 420 rewrites the road test record books at 38 tonnes, recording a remarkable fuel return

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COMMERCIAL MOTOR MARCH 17 1967

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COMMERCIAL MOTOR September, 29 1978

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COMMERCIAL MOTOR September, 29 1978

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COMMERCIAL MOTOR 27 October-2 November 1988

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Introducing the new Volvo FH, FH16, FM & FMX Volvo Trucks sets a new standard in safety, productivity and driver focus. Our trucks are robust, great to drive and tailor-made to your specific tasks and requirements.

What is most important for you? Living space or loading space? Maximising weight or volume? Driving in urban areas or long stretches between logistics hubs?

Whatever you choose, you can count on us to support you in all situations.

For more information visit volvotrucks.co.uk

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