Volvo
Volvo’s new D16 engine will soon be in the VN data books. With production slated to begin in August, customers can start ordering the D16 in June. It’ll be available in the VNL Daycab, and the VNL 430, VNL 630, VNL 670, and VNL 780 sleeper cab tractors. The D16 is also available in Volvo’s new VT 880.

The D16/VN combo will appeal to fleets that want to run full loads at high legal average speeds as efficiently as possible, Volvo says. Available ratings for the D16 in all Volvo VNL models are: 450 hp at 1,650 lb-ft; 500 hp at 1,650 lb-ft; 500 hp at 1,850 lb-ft (I-Torque); and 535 hp at 1,850 lb-ft (I-Torque). The 500/1,850 and 535/1,850 ratings feature Volvo’s new torque limiting technology-Intelligent Torque, or I-Torque-designed to extend tire wear and protect drivelines by limiting engine torque output to 1,650 lb-ft in startup gears, switching to 1,850 lb-ft. as speed increases. This also allows Volvo to specify an optimized rear axle and suspension combination.