Greensboro, N.C., Jan. 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Volvo Trucks North America has delivered 125 all-new Volvo VNL 860 trucks to Highlight Motor Group, marking the largest order of the next-generation VNL in Canada to date. The trucks are now in service supporting Highlight's long-haul operations across Canada and the United States. The investment underscores the fleet's focus on safety, driver comfort, and sustainability.
"Highlight Motor Group has been a strong long-term partner of Volvo Trucks, and this order is a clear demonstration of their commitment to safety, efficiency, and their drivers," said Matthew Blackman, managing director, Canada, Volvo Trucks North America. "The all-new Volvo VNL is designed to change everything about the long-haul driving experience, and we are proud to see Highlight leading the way in Canada."
Focus on safety and driver retention
Safety and driver comfort were central to Highlight's decision, especially as the industry faces challenges with driver recruitment and retention. The company refreshes vehicles every four to five years, maintaining one of the youngest fleets in the industry, with the majority of its power units being Volvo models.
Drivers who have test-driven the VNL 860 highlighted its advanced safety features, including Volvo Active Driver Assist Plus, lane keep support, pedestrian detection, and automated emergency braking.
"Safety has always been our number one priority, and Volvo shares that same value," said Kirk Kalinitchenko, president and chief executive officer, Highlight Motor Group. "By investing in the all-new Volvo VNL 860, we are giving our drivers safe, modern equipment, that feels like both a comfortable workspace and home on the road, while also improving fuel efficiency and supporting our sustainability goals."
Advancing sustainability goals
Sustainability remains a key focus for Highlight, whose operations span thousands of miles each day. Even incremental improvements in fuel efficiency translate into meaningful cost savings and emissions reductions. The new VNL 860 offers up to a 10 percent improvement in fuel efficiency compared to previous models, helping Highlight reduce its carbon footprint and advance its sustainability goals.
About Highlight Motor Group
Founded in 2007, Highlight Motor Group began as a less-than-truckload and cross-border truckload service connecting New York and New Jersey with the Greater Toronto Area.
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Volvo Trucks North America, headquartered in Greensboro, North Carolina, is one of the leading heavy-duty truck manufacturers in North America. Its Uptime Services commitment is delivered by a network of nearly 400 authorized dealers across North America and the 24/7 Volvo Trucks Uptime Center. Every Volvo truck is assembled in the Volvo Trucks New River Valley manufacturing facility in Dublin, Virginia, which meets the internationally recognized ISO 9001 standard for quality, 14001 standard for environmental care and holds a dual ISO 50001/Superior Energy Performance certification at the platinum level, indicating a sustained excellence in energy management. Volvo Trucks North America provides complete transport solutions for its customers, offering a full range of diesel, alternative-fuel and all-electric vehicles, and is part of the Volvo Trucks global organization.
Volvo Trucks supplies complete transport solutions for discerning professional customers with its full range of medium- and heavy-duty trucks. Customer support is provided via a global network of dealers with 2,200 service points in about 130 countries. Volvo trucks are assembled in 12 countries across the globe. In 2024 approximately 134,000 Volvo trucks were delivered worldwide. Volvo Trucks is part of the Volvo Group, one of the world's leading manufacturers of trucks, buses, construction equipment and marine and industrial engines. The group also provides complete solutions for financing and service. Volvo Trucks' work is based on the core values of quality, safety and environmental care.
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