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December 17, 2025

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Volvo Trucks Receives Order for 185 VNLs From Koch Trucking

Volvo Trucks North America has landed a 185-unit order from Koch Trucking for the newly launched Volvo VNL 860. Read more…

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FUEL

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SAFETY

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GOVERNMENT

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FUEL

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BUSINESS

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GOVERNMENT

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BUSINESS

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GOVERNMENT

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