A Volvo truck is designed in a way that makes it possible to
separate and recycle the materials included in it. Approximately
87% of a truck is made from metal, mainly iron and aluminium. If
plastic components and rubber are added, 85%-95% of the vehicle
is recyclable. All plastic components weighing more than 50
grams are labelled to allow for easy identification of the
material for recycling purposes. About one-third (33% by weight)
of the materials used in a new truck are derived from recycled
material. To support the recycling process, dismantling
handbooks are available for almost all models to help determine
the best route to recycle the materials. They describe how to
dismantle the truck, as well as explain how various parts are
colour-coded to indicate the material involved. To assure that
Volvo trucks can be recycled locally, we are signing agreements
with local partners to ensure the best possible conditions for
all parties and to make sure that the materials in a truck can
be used over again.