Volvo Penta of America

Chesapeake, VA 23320

Company Overview

Technical quality, reliability, and worldwide support are major reasons why builders of equipment and vehicles choose Volvo Penta power. As a part of the Volvo Group, one of the world’s largest diesel engine manufacturers, Volvo Penta has extensive resources for production and continuous development of diesel power systems.

Company Details
1300 Volvo Penta Drive
Chesapeake, VA 23320
http://www.volvopenta.com
Phone:757-436-2800

Technical quality, reliability, and worldwide support are major reasons why builders of equipment and vehicles choose Volvo Penta power. As a part of the Volvo Group, one of the world’s largest diesel engine manufacturers, Volvo Penta has extensive resources for production and continuous development of diesel power systems.

Articles & News
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Volvo Penta Expert Discusses the State of the Industry in 2022
Darren Tasker, vice president of industrial sales, talked with our team about the industry in 2022 and looks toward 2023.
December 5, 2022
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Volvo Penta Features New Electric and Dual-Fuel Hydrogen Equipment During bauma
Versatile power systems meet OEMs where they are in their decarbonization journey.
October 26, 2022
Mack Trucks has begun series production of its LR Electric truck.
OEM Industry News Briefs: Mack Trucks Begins Serial Production of LR Electric Truck
Mack Trucks has started serial production of its first fully-electric truck, IVECO is partnering on an autonomous truck pilot, Meritor's 14Xe ePowertrain will be used on electric school buses and more news you may have missed.
December 22, 2021
Martin Crop
A Blend of Solutions are Necessary for Climate Neutrality
A mix of traditional, hybrid and fully-electric options will be required to help the heavy equipment industry meet global emissions reduction targets.
September 19, 2021
The Future Cab on PONSSE's new generation Scorpion forestry harvester provides enhanced visibility.
Red Dot Announces Winners for 2021 Product Design Award
OEMs including John Deere, Liebherr and PONSSE are among those honored this year for their innovative machine designs.
April 20, 2021
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Engine Rightsizing: Finding the best fit for your application
November 8, 2020
Products & Press Releases
Press Information New Milestone In Volvo Pentas Electrification Journey3
Volvo Penta Reaches New Milestone in Electrification Journey
Volvo Penta and TICO have completed the build of the first terminal tractor prototypes powered by Volvo Penta’s electric driveline.
December 20, 2021
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Volvo Penta and Rosenbauer Showcase PANTHER Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting Vehicle at MINExpo 2021
The Volvo Penta-powered Rosenbauer PANTHER is built for off-road use, disperses 9,000 L of water/foam per minute, and extinguishes a fire considerably faster than standard over the road structural trucks.
September 14, 2021
An example of the electric driveline setup.
Volvo Penta Begins Production of E-Driveline for Rosenbauer Electric Fire Truck
The driveline is composed of four electric motors, two of which are used for propulsion while the other two are used for range extension and power takeoff.
July 1, 2021
Development Engineer Kerstin Kha and Felix Engström, Project Manager Verification
Volvo Penta Partnering with OEMs to Advance Electromobility
Volvo Penta engineers are working closely with OEMs to develop and bring to market electric vehicle technologies.
May 11, 2021
Tico Truck Working In Port
Volvo Penta Partnering with TICO on Electric Terminal Tractor
The companies will jointly develop emissions-free, fully-electric terminal truck prototypes for use in ports, distribution centers, and rail terminals.
March 26, 2021
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Volvo Penta D16 Stage V/Tier 4F engine
Volvo Penta’s D16 Stage V/Tier 4F engine can help reduce fuel consumption by up to 10%.
February 15, 2021
Videos & Resources
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Rosenbauer Firefighting Vehicle Improves Safety in Mining Applications
The specialized design of the Volvo Penta powered PANTHER firefighting vehicle meets the unique requirements of mine sites.
January 6, 2022
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Specialized Fire Truck for Mining Applications Ensures Job Site Safety
Rosenbauer’s Volvo Penta-powered fire truck is specifically designed to operate in tough mining conditions.
November 30, 2021
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Hybrid Engines Entering the Market
July 12, 2019
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Volvo Penta Expands Warehouse Facility in U.S.
July 19, 2018
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Volvo Penta Stage V Engines
May 14, 2018
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Versatile power systems meet OEMs where they are in their decarbonization journey.
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OEM Industry News Briefs: Mack Trucks Begins Serial Production of LR Electric Truck
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December 22, 2021
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Volvo Penta Reaches New Milestone in Electrification Journey
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December 20, 2021
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Rosenbauer’s Volvo Penta-powered fire truck is specifically designed to operate in tough mining conditions.
November 30, 2021
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A mix of traditional, hybrid and fully-electric options will be required to help the heavy equipment industry meet global emissions reduction targets.
September 19, 2021
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Volvo Penta and Rosenbauer Showcase PANTHER Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting Vehicle at MINExpo 2021
The Volvo Penta-powered Rosenbauer PANTHER is built for off-road use, disperses 9,000 L of water/foam per minute, and extinguishes a fire considerably faster than standard over the road structural trucks.
September 14, 2021
An example of the electric driveline setup.
Volvo Penta Begins Production of E-Driveline for Rosenbauer Electric Fire Truck
The driveline is composed of four electric motors, two of which are used for propulsion while the other two are used for range extension and power takeoff.
July 1, 2021
Development Engineer Kerstin Kha and Felix Engström, Project Manager Verification
Volvo Penta Partnering with OEMs to Advance Electromobility
Volvo Penta engineers are working closely with OEMs to develop and bring to market electric vehicle technologies.
May 11, 2021
The Future Cab on PONSSE's new generation Scorpion forestry harvester provides enhanced visibility.
Red Dot Announces Winners for 2021 Product Design Award
OEMs including John Deere, Liebherr and PONSSE are among those honored this year for their innovative machine designs.
April 20, 2021
Tico Truck Working In Port
Volvo Penta Partnering with TICO on Electric Terminal Tractor
The companies will jointly develop emissions-free, fully-electric terminal truck prototypes for use in ports, distribution centers, and rail terminals.
March 26, 2021
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Volvo Penta D16 Stage V/Tier 4F engine
Volvo Penta’s D16 Stage V/Tier 4F engine can help reduce fuel consumption by up to 10%.
February 15, 2021
Volvo Penta Engines Power Through In China 1
Volvo Penta Engines Powering XCMG XR360E Rotary Drilling Rigs
Volvo Penta engines are powering five XCMG rotary drilling rigs working 24 hours a day, seven days a week on the construction of the Dalian Bay Subsea Tunnel in China.
December 21, 2020
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Engine Rightsizing: Finding the best fit for your application
November 8, 2020
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Why you need Tier 4 Final for Power Generation
November 8, 2020
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Savings of $113,000 in fuel per year with Volvo Penta D16
November 7, 2020
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Volvo Penta Stage V Solution Powers New Normet Underground Equipment
Volvo Penta and Normet worked closely together to ensure the engine solution and equipment work seamlessly to maintain productivity and reliability.
November 5, 2020
Volvo Penta Press Release Chinese Heavy Duty Equipment Manufacturer Enters New Market 1
Volvo Penta Helps OEM Enter New Market
Volvo Penta partnered with its OEM customer to develop an engine for their new range of intelligent straddle carriers which will be used in Sweden.
October 8, 2020
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Volvo Penta-Powered Electric Fire Trucks to Begin Customer Testing
Three fire trucks featuring Volvo Penta electric drivelines are on their way to fire departments in Berlin, Amsterdam and Dubai to begin real-world customer testing.
September 24, 2020
Volvo Penta’s fully electric terminal tractor is doing real work at a harbor in Sweden.
Electromobility in the Off-Road Industry
Volvo Penta says more is needed yet for electromobility to take off, including charging infrastructure and an increase in the pace of technological change.
September 14, 2020
Volvo Penta's Stage V engines are used in a range of off-highway equipment applications.
Volvo Penta Outlines Benefits of its Stage V Engines
Improved fuel efficiency and ease of maintenance are some of the benefits provided beyond emissions reductions by Volvo Penta's Stage V off-road engines.
August 12, 2020
Volvo Penta Press Release Electric Driveline For Rosenbauer Fire Truck1
Volvo Penta Collaborates with Rosenbauer on Zero-Emission Fire Truck
Volvo Penta has developed an electric driveline for Rosenbauer’s concept fire truck which will produce zero exhaust emissions and significantly reduce noise levels.
July 2, 2020
Helene Mellquist
Volvo Penta Names New President
Heléne Mellquist is the new President Volvo Penta and member of Volvo Group management.
June 9, 2020