I still love my ole kenworth. Now that im retired and pulling my fifthwheel camper with it i think it will last till i pass. Cheaper than spending 90k on a 35 or 4500 to pull it. Only real problem i had back in the day was getting a volvo fixed there just wasn't enough dealerships . Back in the day i loved ole Whites. Then volvo bought the then put volvo name on it and call it good. Whites always rode good.
I remember the Whites my pops drove a old mid roof white Rollins Rental until his Pete came out the shop they rode pretty good they had that Curvy shifter like the internationals
Just curious, how hard would it be to install a small shower where one of the cabinets is? I would rather have that and have single bed and use top bunk section for storage.
The problem though is the fact that with these short wheelbases, you'd need to get rid of one fuel tank to house the fresh, grey, and blackwater tanks, pumps, water heater and plumbing. All of these would also come with a significant weight penalty too, so now you'd need heavier axles.
Awesome! But one thing it needs to have is an APU. Like an RV genset. Batteries can only last so long and unless one idles the engine for extended periods that won’t be for long. And a genset can power electric block heaters as well as the HVAC, so less risk of fire from an FFCH.
Right? I have not seen an "all new design" for last 15 years. An all new design to me would be if they started offering a tiny shower where one of the cabinets/storage is. I could use the top/upper bunk for storage instead, but I would much rather have a easily accessible shower anytime i want.
I don't like the outside of the redesign. Can't get with the neon trim. I do like how they redesigned the bed and still kept the table. Though the seats aren't as wide but like it. I definitely like how the AC or heat can be ran without the truck running. I believe the truck will start itself once it detects the batteries get low. So I'm wondering how long does this last but that's a great setup to not have to spend money on an APU.
I was wondering when one of the truck makers was going to come out with the battery climate control. I wonder if it's going to be standard equipment on all models with sleepers. That would be great for a car hauler, which is what I do.
I was considering one, but nah I'll stick to my 04 9900. Not a fan of all the electronics and issues Volvos are know for along with overpriced parts and service. I'll stick to getting my next truck from the used truck market. All of these new trucks are nothing but headaches.
People love saying volvo doesn’t have it lol volvo literally is made for drivers best cab area by far the driving experience is 2nd to none especially on the newer ones if I had to pick a 2nd it would be KW T680
@@gabrielf4448 drive one then make a decision the fuel savings alone over 12 months running versus anything the US truck manufacturers turn out currently might make you rethink when your pulling max loads country wide 24/7
Tesla truck have 1000hp, MORE THA ANY EUROPEAN TRUCK MORE DRAG MORE SPEED AND MORE REAL FUN!!! AND EUROPEAN TRUCK HAVE DRAG COMPETITION TRUCK AND NOT RACE BCOZ USA HAVE TRUCK RACE TO AND JET TRUCK TO USA HAVE, MAKE EUROPEAN LOOK LIKE BABY
looks like a copy of Freightliner Cascadia 2018. Hope they fixed annoying adaptive Volvo cruize control and those pathetic loud wipers. Finally some space for phone mount.
NO. None of those compartment redesigns are “cool”. They are ridiculously stupid. Why do i want open shelves with a net and have to look at all my food all the time. Horrible design and that neon safety yellow is fugly. I’ll keep my 2024 860.
They really fucked up the storage on this one. Volvo should not offer a fridge because they suck! The freezer will ice up no matter what you do, rendering it useless and the ice will break the flimsy door mounting pins , which are fragile plastic rods, forcing you to buy another door for a cool $90 + tax. I actually came here to look for someone who has replaced the built in fridge with an aftermarket one because I'm done with the built in one and I want to replace it with another. Btw...my opinion of the 2025: Why did they eliminate the overhead cabinets above the doors and replaced them with nets? That's not an improvement! They eliminated the large, roomy close and replaced it with a little one and a space for a TV mount when you could mount the TV anywhere on a wall instead of taking up spacemthat could be used for something else. I'm not too crazy with the changes to the instrument panel either... I own a 2023 and was going to buy a 2025 for me and give mine to a driver but I'm not do sure now. I think they screwed up the redesign but I'll buy another one anyway because VOLVO's are the best when it comes to driving, it drives like a car, one thing to know, it is NOT as fuel efficient as a Freightliner, which I do not think are as bad as people say, I actually like them more than the volvos because they Brake down less and are more fuel efficient, except for the driving! Anyway, if someone has replaced their fridge with an aftermarket one please send me a message...I'm not buying no more $100 doors!.
Lol X-Ploder 15 with half the engine life and less pulling power 😂 you couldn't give me my old X15 back, what a POS. Red makes your bottom line Red Dead.
As I always say, volvo steals interior from freightliner, looks like S…t. Terrible look inside, 3 small cabinets for OTR driver! No storage at all. Fridge is small, ugly mirrors. I have 860 now, will never get one of this new designs. Junk.
@@100pyatt Have you seen what it costs just to diagnose one of these trucks? How about the cost of the diagnostic tools, subscriptions to databases, and specialty tools? How about the cost of replacement parts that are hard to get due to back orders and shortages. It’s not a backwoods issue. They are making these trucks so only a dealer can work on them.
I love the truck. Just wonder if the truck is smaller then the EU version of the Volvo. When I look at the truck. I think it is smaller one then the EU Volvo because maybe of regulation of the size of trucks. But it is really beautifull.
I have always liked the table setup in those trucks. Better on the back than sitting on edge of bed
Finally..,first guy that did a very accurate video of this truck . Thanks man
Glad you liked it!
I still love my ole kenworth. Now that im retired and pulling my fifthwheel camper with it i think it will last till i pass. Cheaper than spending 90k on a 35 or 4500 to pull it. Only real problem i had back in the day was getting a volvo fixed there just wasn't enough dealerships . Back in the day i loved ole Whites. Then volvo bought the then put volvo name on it and call it good. Whites always rode good.
I remember the Whites my pops drove a old mid roof white Rollins Rental until his Pete came out the shop they rode pretty good they had that Curvy shifter like the internationals
Thank you very much for the video review of the truck. This is the best available, very detailed and very interesting video review of New Volvo VNL
I'm glad you enjoyed it!
Looks like Volvo hit a Grand Slam with that truck....Outstanding
Bellissimo camion complimenti e congratulazioni 😲😲😲
Just curious, how hard would it be to install a small shower where one of the cabinets is? I would rather have that and have single bed and use top bunk section for storage.
I wish !!
The problem though is the fact that with these short wheelbases, you'd need to get rid of one fuel tank to house the fresh, grey, and blackwater tanks, pumps, water heater and plumbing. All of these would also come with a significant weight penalty too, so now you'd need heavier axles.
@@whotf888 Aha. Now see, that's the answer that i was looking for, it makes sense now. Thank you.
Check ari, they made it on an older version vnl860 pretty cool.
And a toilet to empty your piss juggs.
Awesome! But one thing it needs to have is an APU. Like an RV genset. Batteries can only last so long and unless one idles the engine for extended periods that won’t be for long. And a genset can power electric block heaters as well as the HVAC, so less risk of fire from an FFCH.
Great point!
This truck may have not been ordered with one or yet to be installed they did just come out
Really beautiful beautiful beautiful the best US track thank you
Glad you like it!
Damn looks pretty tight! I’m hoping to put a down payment on one next year!
Wonderful machine . Let’s roll
I love it. I wonder if I can customize my Volvo for the bottom bunk to fit in my 780. Cuz if so that's an upgrade Im willing to do
All new redesigned sleeper looks just like my ‘98 VN770
Right? I have not seen an "all new design" for last 15 years. An all new design to me would be if they started offering a tiny shower where one of the cabinets/storage is. I could use the top/upper bunk for storage instead, but I would much rather have a easily accessible shower anytime i want.
@@bxp1696 those are cool but add so much weight. I’ll save that for the super sleepers. I do have a top bunk on mine.
No it doesn't
@@KirshaunW. ok
Can you see about getting video on a more basic model
Where is the hanging locker space? Where is the large fridge that the previous model had? I'm a Volvo guy from '96 when I got my CDL. Epic fail Volvo!
That’s not AC without the truck running. That’s a blower. You will need an APU to have true AC without the truck running.
No the new VNL uses 48 volt electric compressor which utilizes the factory AC system when the main engine is off
@@JOSHUA8CS I'd rather have Volvo system which will probably be way more quieter than a APU.
I like the table setup, the seats dont look comfy at all, unlike my old 2013, too thin.plus a must have is a swivel passanger seat
With an interior like that I’m ready to switch back to Volvo
The TC fuel economy will blow you away too
I am from Croatia. With the air conditioner working while the truck is turned off in Europe, we've had that for 15-20 years
I am from US. 15-20 years ago, a gallon of diesel was $ 1.50. We never stopped our trucks. We love comfort and we can afford it (even today)😂😂😂😂
Good for you
I don't like the outside of the redesign. Can't get with the neon trim. I do like how they redesigned the bed and still kept the table. Though the seats aren't as wide but like it. I definitely like how the AC or heat can be ran without the truck running. I believe the truck will start itself once it detects the batteries get low. So I'm wondering how long does this last but that's a great setup to not have to spend money on an APU.
Yes, I saw another trim online without the neon colors inside. The battery climate control is a nice feature!
I was wondering when one of the truck makers was going to come out with the battery climate control. I wonder if it's going to be standard equipment on all models with sleepers. That would be great for a car hauler, which is what I do.
Speechless
what's going on, there's no stick in the floor...🤔
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Can BOTH Driver & Passenger doors or the door panels fit on any older VnL?
Lol were you going to just replace your doors?!
@@mrbryguy5831 my Question was for those that has Older Volvo VNL with manual transmission
Is the fridge and closet smaller than the current 860 or is it just me?
It did look smaller from the previous 860
So Volvo calls this a Completely Redesigned interior ??? At best it is a incompletely redesigned interior. around @66% redesigned at best !!Marvelous
Looks pretty good yes they need a visor. That looks bad with not wiser.
I was considering one, but nah I'll stick to my 04 9900. Not a fan of all the electronics and issues Volvos are know for along with overpriced parts and service. I'll stick to getting my next truck from the used truck market. All of these new trucks are nothing but headaches.
People love saying volvo doesn’t have it lol volvo literally is made for drivers best cab area by far the driving experience is 2nd to none especially on the newer ones if I had to pick a 2nd it would be KW T680
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Looks really cool . But most of the companies will order cheapest one .will be empty sad
Damn it, I keep on buying a brand new Volvo every year . You say is the best ever , then next year , another “best ever” is released. Bummer😢
Needs a 750 or 780 HP Volvo engine gearbox axles put in and that’s job done !!!
@@gabrielf4448 drive one then make a decision the fuel savings alone over 12 months running versus anything the US truck manufacturers turn out currently might make you rethink when your pulling max loads country wide 24/7
@@gabrielf4448 drive a 780 Volvo or a 770 Scania or a similar unit from EU builders then look at the USA fleet in comparison 👍
USA should have the option available. Freedom is dead under the ridiculous Democrat extremist EPA
Wow!!!
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In The Netherlands is more power more fun.
Tesla truck have 1000hp, MORE THA ANY EUROPEAN TRUCK MORE DRAG MORE SPEED AND MORE REAL FUN!!! AND EUROPEAN TRUCK HAVE DRAG COMPETITION TRUCK AND NOT RACE BCOZ USA HAVE TRUCK RACE TO AND JET TRUCK TO USA HAVE, MAKE EUROPEAN LOOK LIKE BABY
YEAH LESS STORAGE ROOM JUST WHAT WE WANTED 🤦♂️
I think a new cascadia should be introduced this winter. Let's see what it will be like
@@PeterHahn-sf9jnhopefully cascadia finally gets a bigger sleeper option for OO buyers
@@PeterHahn-sf9jn it will be next week on October 15th
Disappointed
So, they ruined all those big storage spaces, smaller closet and fridge, no those two big drawers.
It needs a 13 Speed Road Ranger
sure is alot of cascadia in that interior
Ac, smart
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The average pay per miles now is about 1.80 how on earth can anyone afford to even be in Trucking, much less afford a New Truck of any kind ???
Still looks like 300k seats 😂
Looks like less space then the last gen
According to the volvo website, this new VNL860 is 74" inches. Previous 860 was 77" inches
@@motorlane89 so wait it actually is smaller wtf that’s crazy does it weigh more then the previous gen ?
@darrylrichardson1997 yup. I just double-checked the sleeper sizes for the previous gen. Would be interesting to know why Volvo did that 🤔
99 times. He told us to check this out 99 times SMH.
😂 thank you for checking it out!
looks like a copy of Freightliner Cascadia 2018. Hope they fixed annoying adaptive Volvo cruize control and those pathetic loud wipers. Finally some space for phone mount.
I heard cool 100 x
Mini fridge, for the price they could install a bigger fridge.🤦♂️
Volvo designer should be fired. This looks like it was designed by someone who has never been in a truck before.
They SHORTED THE BUNK.
Not A True 860.
Shame On Volvo 👎
NO. None of those compartment redesigns are “cool”. They are ridiculously stupid. Why do i want open shelves with a net and have to look at all my food all the time. Horrible design and that neon safety yellow is fugly. I’ll keep my 2024 860.
They really fucked up the storage on this one.
Volvo should not offer a fridge because they suck!
The freezer will ice up no matter what you do, rendering it useless and the ice will break the flimsy door mounting pins , which are fragile plastic rods, forcing you to buy another door for a cool $90 + tax.
I actually came here to look for someone who has replaced the built in fridge with an aftermarket one because I'm done with the built in one and I want to replace it with another.
Btw...my opinion of the 2025:
Why did they eliminate the overhead cabinets above the doors and replaced them with nets? That's not an improvement!
They eliminated the large, roomy close and replaced it with a little one and a space for a TV mount when you could mount the TV anywhere on a wall instead of taking up spacemthat could be used for something else.
I'm not too crazy with the changes to the instrument panel either...
I own a 2023 and was going to buy a 2025 for me and give mine to a driver but I'm not do sure now.
I think they screwed up the redesign but I'll buy another one anyway because VOLVO's are the best when it comes to driving, it drives like a car, one thing to know, it is NOT as fuel efficient as a Freightliner, which I do not think are as bad as people say, I actually like them more than the volvos because they Brake down less and are more fuel efficient, except for the driving!
Anyway, if someone has replaced their fridge with an aftermarket one please send me a message...I'm not buying no more $100 doors!.
The sleeper is awesome, too bad it's a volvo :(
Paccrap or InterTrashional are significant downgraded trucks in 2024
It reminds me of a international bunk ! Lol 😂Volvo is so over rated.
InterTrashional bahahahaaa
I’ll keep my Cummins over that Volvo junk
Lol X-Ploder 15 with half the engine life and less pulling power 😂 you couldn't give me my old X15 back, what a POS. Red makes your bottom line Red Dead.
@@100pyatt Less pulling power??? Tell me you don't have a clue without telling me you don't have a clue.
My green D13 is 1.2 mil miles and keeps going. Had red before, and oh no, big no.
This 2025 VNL860 is available.
It's located at
Bergey's Truck Center
889 E Main St
Ephrata, PA 17522
Ask for Alex
Storage wise new Volvo sucks
As I always say, volvo steals interior from freightliner, looks like S…t. Terrible look inside, 3 small cabinets for OTR driver! No storage at all. Fridge is small, ugly mirrors. I have 860 now, will never get one of this new designs. Junk.
Horrible lack of colors, it's extremely blah grey and black 💩💩💩 Communist colored interior
Mechanic’s nightmare. Electronic trash.
Only for the backwoods shadetree type mechanic with no electrical knowledge, Yes 100%
@@100pyatt Have you seen what it costs just to diagnose one of these trucks? How about the cost of the diagnostic tools, subscriptions to databases, and specialty tools? How about the cost of replacement parts that are hard to get due to back orders and shortages. It’s not a backwoods issue. They are making these trucks so only a dealer can work on them.
Bring back the Gen 2 beautiful interior colors. G3 and G4 are HORRID 🤦🏽🤦🏽
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They are no bigger than the 760…not impressed with the lack of space inside…cheap cheap cheap
So Volvo became Fraightliner 🎉
I love the truck. Just wonder if the truck is smaller then the EU version of the Volvo. When I look at the truck. I think it is smaller one then the EU Volvo because maybe of regulation of the size of trucks. But it is really beautifull.
STILL FEELS LIKE A DAYCAB F150
Nothing special 😂, more fancy and electronic issues!