The world of mobility

On the way to

the future

Creating a Cleaner, Smarter World:

Our Commitment to Sustainable Mobility Solutions

The economic functioning of society relies heavily on mobility. However, the growing demand for mobility presents challenges in terms of accessibility, health, and the state of nature and the environment. In order to contribute to a cleaner and more sustainable world, VDL Groep is committed to developing mobility solutions, promoting electrification, and reducing emissions.

 

We are a prominent player in the changing landscape of sustainable transportation options. While we originally started as a component supplier, we have now expanded our operations to include vehicle assembly. Our core focus is on the development and production of (electric) buses, coaches, and trucks, as well as electric heavy vehicles in Europe. Additionally, we are also dedicated to addressing smart mobility issues such as design, electrification, connectivity, autonomous driving, and mobility as a service.

One of our key strengths lies in our ability to design our mobility solutions in-house, making it possible for us to apply our expertise to other forms of transportation as well. We are also increasingly focusing on developing vehicles that are capable of collecting data. These vehicles not only provide feedback on their own performance but also on their impact on the surrounding environment. By doing so, we are actively contributing to the creation of livable cities.

In summary, our goal is always to provide smart, sustainable, and continuous mobility solutions in everything we do. This way, we can contribute to a better and cleaner world for future generations.

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The world of Mobility

Facts & figures

Passengers
+ BILLION
Busses made
+
Cars assembled
+ MILLION

Designed for the future, built with craftsmanship

The new VDL Futura 3

VDL proudly presents the third generation of its iconic coach: the VDL Futura 3. Developed based on valuable feedback from customers, drivers, and passengers, this new Futura offers an unparalleled travel experience.

Thanks to a sleek design, premium interior, and advanced technologies, the Futura 3 is not only more comfortable and safe, but also up to 15% more fuel-efficient. The ergonomic cockpit, intuitive controls, and quiet climate control make every journey more enjoyable for both driver and passenger.

With a focus on sustainability, low operating costs, and prepared for alternative powertrains, the Futura 3 is ready for the future of mobility.

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Zero-emission heavy-duty hydrogen trucks

Hydrogen fuel cell
trucks

VDL believes in a zero-emission future for medium and heavy-duty on- & offroad equipment. Together with Toyota Motor Europe we are working on this innovative technology project.

 

VDL Special Vehicles will build the first fuel cell truck by the summer of 2023, followed by more vehicles to be produced and assessed on TME logistics routes in the autumn of 2023. The project will consolidate learnings on how to deploy fuel cell trucks, further supporting the company’s long-term vision of decarbonising logistics and reducing Toyota’s carbon footprint beyond the electrification of passenger vehicles.

Fuel cell trucks have a key role in the growth of the wider European hydrogen ecosystem, strongly supporting transport decarbonization and an ecological energy transition. Heavy-duty vehicles are critical in generating a healthy supply and demand dynamic for hydrogen

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