Volvo reports increased August truck sales in Europe, North America

Volvo Group reports August truck sales increased 28% in Europe and 13% in North America.

September 21, 2015

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In August 2015 deliveries from the Volvo Group’s truck operations amounted to 12,116 vehicles.

In August 2015 truck deliveries rose by 28% in Europe and by 13% in North America. On the other hand, deliveries decreased by 43% in South America and by 8% in Asia. In total the Volvo Group’s wholly-owned operations delivered 12,116 trucks, which was 3% more than in August 2014.

Total deliveries by market for all brands (Volvo, UD Trucks, Renault Trucks, Mack, Dongfeng and Eicher).

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