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Volvo CE Customers See Significant Gains in Machine Uptime Since ActiveCare Direct Launch

Efforts have resulted in measurable improvements in Volvo’s ability to catch machine problems before they occur, as well as technical response time and downtime resolution speed.

Volvo releases video series lampooning traditional equipment telematics

Videos offer humorous take on confusing telematics codes, shedding light on how ActiveCare Direct® — Volvo’s 24/7/365 machine monitoring and fleet utilization service — is different.

Volvo CE see sales rise 10 percent in second quarter

Market growth in Europe and North America help Volvo Construction Equipment deliver solid sales, earnings and delivery improvements during Q2, 2019.

Sourcewell Awards Heavy Equipment Contract to Volvo Construction Equipment

The contract allows Volvo Construction Equipment to better serve state and municipal customers by streamlining access to equipment from the entire Volvo product line.

Volvo CE Opens Certified Used Center at Alta Equipment Company

Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) has opened its second Volvo Certified Used Center in North America. Alta Equipment Company (Alta) in New Hudson, Michigan, was selected for this...

Volvo Dig Assist Start and Load Assist Now Standard on Excavators and Wheel Loaders in North America

Powered by the Volvo Co-Pilot display, Dig Assist Start and Load Assist provide real-time guidance for operators to enhance performance, productivity and safety. Load Assist also has a new...

Volvo CE appoints MA Caribbean as new dealer in Puerto Rico

Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) has appointed Nany CE, Inc., doing business as MA Caribbean, as its new distributor in Puerto Rico. The Caguas, Puerto Rico-based dealer offers Volvo...

Sales up 15 % in Volvo CE's First Quarter

Growth in most major markets helped Volvo Construction Equipment deliver a solid first financial quarter 2019, with sales up 15% and profitability up 26%.

Volvo CE Unveils Electric Compact Excavator and Wheel Loader at BAUMA

Volvo Construction Equipment has unveiled two zero-emissions machines – the ECR25 excavator and L25 wheel loader – from its new range of electric compact machines. 

Volvo Looks to the Electric Future at BAUMA 2019

Visitors to this year’s bauma 2019 exhibition in Munich, Germany, will be given a glimpse into the technological future as Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) looks at Building Tomorrow,...

The Volvo Group: Helping Solve Construction's Toughest Demands Today and Tomorrow

Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) is presenting sustainable innovations for its customers today and tomorrow at bauma 2019 with its most advanced portfolio of machines and services yet...

Updates to Volvo Tooth System for Wheel Loaders and Excavators

Aimed at Volvo’s larger excavators and wheel loaders, the new generation Volvo Tooth System features higher penetration, longer life – and an easy ‘hammer-less’ fitting system.

Volvo CE enters 20-ton class excavator market with new EC200E

The EC200E, which made its debut at Bauma, gives a new choice for contractors and rental companies who want Volvo quality with exceptional value in light to medium applications.

Volvo Construction Equipment Appoints New Head of Technology

Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) has announced that its new head of Technology is to be Thomas Bitter.

Will Automation Ever Take Off in Construction?

Increasing automation is met with excitement and fear in equal measure. But the benefits for mankind of autonomy are enormous, says Professor Paul Newman, Co-Founder of autonomous vehicle...

Volvo CE appoints Scott Young to vice president uptime and customer support for sales region Americas

Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) has appointed Scott Young to be vice president uptime and customer support for sales region Americas. The appointment becomes effective June 1, but...

Volvo CE machines win EquipmentWatch’s Highest Retained Value and Lowest Cost of Ownership Awards

The leading data researcher for the construction equipment industry EquipmentWatch has selected two Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) machines for its 2019 Lowest Cost of Ownership...

Volvo CE launches the EC750E HR, its largest high-reach excavator in North America

The EC750E HR can reach up to 118 feet high and is capable of handling up to 8,000-pound tools, making it a versatile and powerful demolition excavator.

Volvo CE partners with National Geographic on Sustainability Campaign

Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) has joined forces with National Geographic to highlight a breathtaking project to save an endangered community against the threat of rising sea...

Volvo CE names Alta Equipment 2018 Dealer of the Year

Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) North America has named Alta Equipment Company (Alta Equipment) the 2018 Dealer of the Year. The Detroit, Michigan-based company demonstrated...