The alternative fuel is compatible with existing diesel engines without any need for modifications. Full implementation of HVO throughout the Suttons fleet is aimed at reducing 39000 tonnes of CO2, which is 85% of its Scope 1 emissions.
Martin Tomlinson, head of media and truck demonstration at Volvo Trucks UK & Ireland, said: “Running fleets on HVO brings a lot of advantages; it’s a less water and land intensive alternative to biodiesel, and its high quality as a fuel means it can be used in any of our latest Euro-6 diesel trucks.
“Last year we even fuelled our own 44-tonne Volvo FH with I-Save demonstrator with HVO when it set a new record of 9.82mpg around the demanding Commercial Motor test route, highlighting its suitability as a drop-in replacement for regular diesel.”
