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.

Products & Press Releases
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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
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
Articles & News
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
Vpa Oem Oh Rightsizing
Engine Rightsizing: Finding the best fit for your application
November 8, 2020
Vpa Oem Oh T4 F For Pg
Why you need Tier 4 Final for Power Generation
November 8, 2020
Vpa Oem Oh Thompson
Savings of $113,000 in fuel per year with Volvo Penta D16
November 7, 2020
Vermeer used 3D printing to develop a visor for face shields to be used by healthcare workers.
Manufacturers Continue Efforts to Provide Needed Supplies to Combat COVID
The number of manufacturers offering their help to provide PPE and other medical supplies to those combatting COVID-19 continues to increase.
May 29, 2020
A double V-shaped body increases stability for the R100E rigid hauler.
Building Tomorrow with Bigger, More Productive Construction Equipment
Volvo Construction Equipment will introduce several new pieces of equipment and technology features at CONEXPO 2020 aimed at improving productivity and efficiency for customers.
January 15, 2020
Videos & Resources
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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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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
Twd1683 Ve, Stage V, Hot Side Front
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
Vpa Oem Oh Rightsizing
Engine Rightsizing: Finding the best fit for your application
November 8, 2020
Vpa Oem Oh T4 F For Pg
Why you need Tier 4 Final for Power Generation
November 8, 2020
Vpa Oem Oh Thompson
Savings of $113,000 in fuel per year with Volvo Penta D16
November 7, 2020
Volvo Penta Press Release Volvo Pentaγçös Stage V Solution Powers Normetγçös New Underground Equipment 1
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
Volvo Penta Press Release Volvo Penta Powered Electric Fire Trucks 4
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
Vermeer used 3D printing to develop a visor for face shields to be used by healthcare workers.
Manufacturers Continue Efforts to Provide Needed Supplies to Combat COVID
The number of manufacturers offering their help to provide PPE and other medical supplies to those combatting COVID-19 continues to increase.
May 29, 2020
A double V-shaped body increases stability for the R100E rigid hauler.
Building Tomorrow with Bigger, More Productive Construction Equipment
Volvo Construction Equipment will introduce several new pieces of equipment and technology features at CONEXPO 2020 aimed at improving productivity and efficiency for customers.
January 15, 2020
Volvo Penta Announces Changes to Leadership
President of Volvo Penta Americas Ron Huibers has decided to retire from his current role and move to another role within the company.
October 31, 2019
Volvo Penta Ron Huibers
Market Demands Require a Mixture of Power Solutions
Combustion engines have a long future ahead, while hybridization and electrification will play an increasing role where appropriate.
October 11, 2019
The Kubota micro hybrid delivers an additional electrical power boost of up to 10 kW.
Powertrain Optimization via Mixed Technologies
Hybrid systems pairing engines with electronics or other components enable efficiency gains and the transition toward alternatively powered machines.
August 6, 2019
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Hybrid Engines Entering the Market
July 12, 2019
Volvo Penta Powered Electric Terminal Tractor To Star At Toc Europe
New Volvo Penta-Powered Electric Terminal Tractor on Display
Volvo Penta will exhibit an emissions-free terminal tractor featuring its electric driveline at TOC Europe 2019.
June 18, 2019