Demand for Volvo’s gas-powered trucks is rising and sales have increased by more than 25% in 2024.

Gas-powered trucks are in increasing demand from transport companies aiming to reduce their CO₂ footprint.  Carbon emissions can be reduced by up to 100% using renewable fuels.

Volvo Trucks has sold more than 8 000 units in total around the world. During 2024, sales increased by 25% where the top markets are Sweden, Norway, Netherlands, Spain and the UK. Volvo’s gas engines are available in the Volvo FM, FH and FH Aero models, and they can switch seamlessly between biogas (non-fossil gas produced from organic waste) and regular LNG (Liquified Natural Gas) fuel.

Gas-powered Volvo trucks can cover distances of up to 1,000 kilometres making them suitable for long haul operations.  

“Many of our customers choose to replace their diesel trucks with gas-powered trucks as an easy way to reduce their CO₂ emissions,” said Jan Hjelmgren, Head of Product Management at Volvo Trucks. “Volvo’s gas-powered trucks are a real win-win for transport companies as they can combine a lower cost of ownership with a reduced carbon footprint and retained productivity.”

Several countries already offer an extensive network of gas stations with a growing access to biogas. Global production of biogas grew by 21% during 2024 according to a report from the European Biogas Association. This means that the possibility of reducing CO₂ emissions by up to 100% opens for a significant volume of users. Biogas is a cost-efficient solution compared to diesel in markets with tax incentives and government subsidies for renewable fuels and low emissions. Also, regular LNG fuel reduces CO₂ by up to 20% (‘Tank to Wheel’) versus diesel trucks.

Photo:  Gas-powered Volvo FH.