Volvo Trucks adds all-new VNL and VNR Electric to American Truck Simulator
Key takeaways
- Volvo's newest VNL and VNR Electric trucks are now available in American Truck Simulator.
- The VNR Electric is the first battery-electric truck featured in the simulation game.
- Millions of players can experience modern commercial truck technology through virtual trucking.
Volvo Trucks’ all-new Volvo VNL and Volvo VNR Electric models are now featured in American Truck Simulator. The company, which manufactures heavy-duty trucks for North America, worked with SCS Software to recreate both vehicles for the trucking simulation game.
Players can now operate Volvo's newest truck models while hauling freight and managing virtual trucking businesses across the U.S. Developed by SCS Software, American Truck Simulator has sold more than seven million copies worldwide and focuses on safe driving, freight movement, and business management.
The all-new Volvo VNL is designed to reflect the production truck's aerodynamic design, digital driver environment, and safety technologies. Volvo said its design and engineering teams worked with SCS Software to recreate the truck's appearance, performance, sounds, and driver environment for a realistic driving experience.
The Volvo VNR Electric also joins the game as the first battery-electric truck available in American Truck Simulator. Designed for regional haul and urban operations, the truck gives players the opportunity to experience battery-electric transportation in a virtual environment.
"This is a very exciting way to introduce our trucks—both the diesel and the battery-electric version—to millions of truck enthusiasts around the world," said Peter Voorhoeve, president, Volvo Trucks North America. "American Truck Simulator has built an incredibly passionate community that appreciates great trucks and authentic driving experiences. We’re proud that the most modern trucks on North American roads are now part of that experience."
What this means for the trucking industry
By bringing its newest diesel and battery-electric trucks to American Truck Simulator, Volvo is putting its products in front of millions of players who are interested in trucking and commercial vehicles. The move expands awareness of modern truck technology beyond traditional fleet buyers and drivers, while also giving trucking enthusiasts a closer look at how today's equipment is evolving. Including the VNR Electric alongside the new VNL also reflects the growing visibility of battery-electric trucks within the broader trucking conversation.


