Thoughts on the new VNL

Personally I think it’s the ugliest thing on the road. All this new technology, and aerodynamic packages are getting retarded.

 

The Chicago white Volvo mafia gonna be lit!

 

Looks sharp.
Like a shark.

 

Plenty of room on the side of the sleeper for their cardboard DOT sign, nice big grill to zip tie a mangled license plate onto, and expansive closet space for extra track suits. Sold!

 

I agree with @Rugerfan it’s the ugliest truck on the road. I don’t care what kind of mpg that thing gets it’s pure ugly. The series before this new one was way nicer looking.

 

One deer strike and the grille and everything beneath it is demolished lol

 

Ga! Came here to say this, and you beat me to it. Absolutely. Smack a deer full on and that is ALOT of surface area to repair and/or replace.

 

I think it's a nice looking truck. The issues I have is it really isn't a team truck anymore compared to our 2024 860. The old style has tons of storage and room to move around, complaint no flat surfaces except the dining table which is nice but didn't get that option as it makes for a very uncomfortable bed.
The new model, 2 flat surfaces, a small pull out shelf, 1 tiny drawer and very little storage. Smaller fridge, less storage in front overhead. Feels like a cross between the 760 and the 670, size wise feels like a 670 but with a massive dash.
Fuel mileage is the one thing that puts $$ back in you pocket. Went from a 2015 780 at 6.9 avg to a 2024 860 at 9.1 avg during non winter fuel season and 8.9 during winter. Year over year 2023 to 2024 my fuel savings was $25,784 running about the same miles. That is a significant amount of money kept in my business account. Just my 2 cents.

 

I think it's fine for anyone who likes it. The new trucks really are comfortable for the driver.

Y'all are welcome to call me a broke joke as I roll by in my 98 T600. You won't hurt my feelins