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Volvo Truck Division
11F Shuwa Kamiya-cho Bldg. 4-3-13, Toranomon, Minato-ku,
Tokyo 105-0001, Japan
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| Volvo Truck Booth
Concept |
Volvo is a leading truck company that
is marketed in over 60 countries around the world. Quality, safety
and care for the environment comprise the timeless core values of
the Volvo Group. These values are integral elements in supporting
transport economic efficiency and are reflected in the development
and production of our products.
Volvo Trucks booth concept at the Tokyo Motor Show is 'Total Environment
Care' as the key principle. This fundamental principle refers to
every possible from of Environment Care. Not only in regard to environment
care bought about by meeting emission control regulations on a world
level -1-, but also the excellent fuel economy results made achievable
through continuous advances in technology are improving the economic
environment -2-. Furthermore, Volvo cabins are ergonomically designed
to provide maximum safety and comfort for the driver environment
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In addition to air suspension, another
of the advanced technologies that Volvo is proud of is the electronic
unit injector which electronically controls the total truck environment
while driving and makes automatic adjustments to engine, suspension,
and brakes as necessary, providing increased care of the cargo environment
during transporation -4-. Lastly the fifith element of our Total
Environment Care is that of our service environment. To maintain
smooth transportation business Volvo has established a service network
consisting of over 100 service points nationwide in Japan and also
provides 24-hour service -5-. Volvo parts are also speedily delivered
from the 10 supply points throughout the country.
This is how Volvo is focussing on Total Environment Care(1~5) within
the transportation industry as a part of the core values which can
been seen clearly at the Volvo Booth at this year's Tokyo Motor
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| Booth Highlights |
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At the volvo booth, the FH12 Tractor, FM12 Dump
Truck and the FM12 Cargo Truck models will be exhibited. The FH12
tractor is equipped with an Euro 3 engine that meets the latest
emission regulations in Europe, new suspension system, and EBS
brakes.
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Further details will be announced at the press
conference held on 31st Oct at 11:50am~12:05pm at the Volvo Booth.
In addition to this, information regarding a 2001 limited edition
model will be released. A walk in cabin display will also be exhibited
at the booth.
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| Highlights
of Exhibit Products |
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FH12 Tractor(Globetrotter)
This model received recognition in Europe through accomplishing
the 'Truck of the Year' award, the most reputable one of its kind
in Europe twice. The high floor cabin is especially suited to
long-distance transport and is a 4 x 2 high-roof cabin with 420
horsepower and new technology. This tractor, is equipped with
a Euro 3 engine which meets the latest emission regulations in
Europe, a new suspension system, and EBS brakes, all of which
detailed information will be released at the Tokyo Motor Show.
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FM12 Dump Truck(GVW20t
dump truck)
The middle floor cabin of this model has allowed for improved
driver visibility. Some of this products main features are its
front an rear axle parabolic springs and an advanced ABS full
air brake.
FM12 Cargo Truck
The driver eye-point of this cab being one step lower than that
of the FH series brings ease of in and out cab access making this
model suitable for not only long haul transport but also medium
and/or short distance. The 6 x 4 model to be exhibited is equipped
with 340 horsepower, full air suspension and short cab, is presently
attracting attention for improving transportation efficiency.
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