Volvo introduces auto start/stop engine technology in Europe

Volvo introduces auto start/stop engine technology in Europe

Volvo Trucks has introduced what it claims to be a world’s first in a heavy truck – auto stop/start engine technology. The technology will be rolled out

Volvo Trucks launches world-first stop/start engine technology to save fuel and CO2 - UK Haulier

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Volvo 'invents' stop-start on heavy trucks

Stop-start technology has been in passenger cars for decades now, but turning off the engine is less valuable and convenient in trucks. Volvo has found a way, however, by integrating it into its I-Roll technology, saving around 1 percent in fuel consumption. Stop-start usually activates when cars are at a standstill, for example, in heavy traffic or at a red light. The newest (mild-)hybrid vehicles also deactivate the engine when coasting, or wh…

Volvo Trucks launches world-first stop-start engine - PowerTorque

The Volvo FH Aero truck will be fitted with the energy saving stop-start mechanism. Image: Volvo Trucks.Volvo Trucks has launched a world-first stop-start engine technology for heavy–duty trucks to save fuel and CO2 emissions.  The latest iteration of its I-Roll technology complements Volvo’s fuel saving strategy has been developed in-house at Volvo and is based on the company’s existing I-See and I-Roll technologies.   The new stop/start engine…