Volvo Trucks say it has secured Australia's “largest order” for battery-electric trucks, with Linfox placing an order for 30 heavy-duty electric vehicles (EVs).

This development coincides with the commencement of electric truck production at Volvo's Wacol facility in Brisbane, set for 2026.

The facility will be the fifth Volvo plant globally to manufacture electric trucks.

Volvo Trucks president Roger Alm said: “We are very proud to continue our close partnership with Linfox. The order for 30 Volvo electric trucks is proof of their trust in our company and in zero-emissions transport as a viable solution here and now.

"Our commitment to start building electric trucks in Australia demonstrates our confidence in this technology and means we can offer an industry-leading range of purpose-built electric trucks all around the world.”

Linfox's order includes 29 Volvo FH Electric and one FM Electric, adding to its existing fleet of four electric Volvo trucks.

Additionally, Linfox has ordered 195 Volvo FH and FM trucks with conventional drivelines.

Linfox executive chairman Peter Fox AM added: “Linfox is excited to partner with Volvo in driving the future and leading sustainable logistics in Australia. Further electrifying our fleet sets the standard for us and our customers and the entire industry.”

Volvo Trucks has sold over 5,000 electric trucks across 50 countries. Its range includes eight models designed for various transport needs, such as city and regional distribution, construction, and refuse handling.

In 2024, Volvo held a 47% segment share in the European electric heavy truck market and a leading share in North America.

Also, in April, Volvo Group reported a 7% decline in net sales to Skr121.8bn ($12.65bn) in Q1 2025, ending 31 March, compared to Skr131.2bn in the same period last year.

Sales decreased across all regions and segments, except for buses.