Volvo kick-starts production on three more electric truck models

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Volvo Trucks' electric range | Credit: Volvo Trucks
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Volvo Trucks' electric range | Credit: Volvo Trucks

Volvo's electric truck range expands to six models, as auto giant responds to growing demand for zero emission heavy goods vehicles

Electric versions of three Volvo heavy-duty truck models are set to begin rolling off the production line this week, as the automotive giant looks to expand its range in response to increasing market demand...

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