Volvo Trucks has reported a sharp rise in sales of its gas-powered vehicles, with global deliveries increasing by more than 25% in 2024.
The Swedish manufacturer has now sold over 8,000 gas-powered trucks worldwide, with demand accelerating in markets such as Sweden, Norway, the Netherlands, Spain and the UK.
The upturn is being driven in part by growing access to Bio-LNG, a renewable form of biogas that enables up to 100% CO₂ reductions compared to conventional diesel.
“Many of our customers choose to replace their diesel trucks with gas-powered trucks as an easy way to reduce their CO₂ emissions here and now,” said Jan Hjelmgren, Head of Product Management at Volvo Trucks. “It’s a real win-win - lower cost of ownership, reduced emissions and no compromise on performance.”
Volvo’s gas engines, available in the FM, FH and FH Aero models, are engineered to run on both fossil LNG and bio-LNG - a renewable fuel produced from organic waste such as agricultural by-products and municipal refuse. The trucks offer a driving range of up to 1,000 kilometres and are considered well-suited to long-haul, regional distribution and construction applications.
The technology is built on Volvo’s D13 diesel platform and uses high-pressure direct injection (HPDI), which retains strong torque and drivability.
Infrastructure is expanding too, added the company. Several European countries now offer a growing network of LNG and Bio-LNG filling stations. According to the European Biogas Association, global biogas production grew by 21% last year, creating the conditions for further scaling of low-carbon freight options.
Biogas is also central to Volvo Trucks’ long-term net-zero strategy, which includes battery-electric and hydrogen-powered models.
Volvo Truck sales surge with growing biogas solutions
