Volvo Trucks Receives Order for 185 VNLs From Koch Trucking
Deal Expands Volvo Trucks’ Footprint in the Longhaul Market
Key Takeaways:
- Volvo Trucks North America secured a 185-unit order from Koch Trucking for the newly launched Volvo VNL 860, expanding its presence in the longhaul market.
- The Minneapolis-based carrier will add the tractors to its North American fleet as part of a strategy to operate equipment 3 years old or newer and boost fuel efficiency by up to 10%.
- Koch and Volvo executives said the VNL 860’s technology and driver-focused design support reduced idle time, improved uptime and reliable longhaul service.
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Volvo Trucks North America has landed a 185-unit order from Koch Trucking, deepening its foothold in the longhaul market with the newly launched Volvo VNL 860.
The Minneapolis-based, family-owned carrier will integrate the new tractors into its North American operations as part of its strategy to operate a late-model fleet. Koch Trucking’s fleet consists entirely of tractors 3 years old or newer.
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“Koch Trucking has been a trusted transportation provider for nearly 50 years, and their commitment to investing in equipment that supports both their drivers and their customers aligns closely with our values at Volvo Trucks,” VTNA President Peter Voorhoeve said. “The all-new Volvo VNL 860 brings together efficiency, safety and driver comfort in a way that raises the bar for longhaul operations.”
The Volvo VNL 860, launched in 2024, was engineered around the needs of professional drivers, with a focus on longhaul productivity, comfort and safety. Volvo said the model combines advanced aerodynamics with optimized powertrain performance to help fleets achieve up to a 10% improvement in fuel efficiency compared with previous models.
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Technology features highlighted include Volvo’s I-Shift automated transmission and I-See predictive cruise control, which are designed to support smoother operation across varied driving environments.
“The all-new Volvo VNL 860 is already proving its value with meaningful reductions in idle time and strong fuel efficiency on the road,” said Jeff Koch, chief operating officer of Koch Cos. “Maintaining one of the newest fleets in the industry allows us to maximize uptime and deliver consistent, reliable service our customers expect.”
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Founded in 1976, Koch Trucking has remained family owned since its inception and has emphasized a driver-centric culture. The VNL 860 supports that focus with a spacious cab, reduced noise levels, ample storage, an integrated workstation and sleeper amenities, such as heating and air conditioning that operate without idling.
Koch ranks No. 81 on the Transport Topics Top 100 list of the largest for-hire carriers in North America.
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