Volvo I-Shift
The New Standard in Fuel Efficiency, Safety, and Driver Comfort
Volvo I-Shift is a 12-speed, two-pedal, lightweight automated manual transmission (AMT) that delivers an exceptional level of productivity by simultaneously maximizing driver comfort, safety, payload capacity and fuel efficiency.
Using microprocessor technology, I-Shift continuously monitors changes in grade, vehicle speed, acceleration, torque demand, weight and air resistance. With the engine and transmission in constant communication, there’s no compromising. I-Shift automatically selects the best gear for the engine, allowing every driver to shift like a fuel-efficiency expert. This puts less stress on the driveline, for longer life and less maintenance.
Volvo I-Shift has become the new transmission standard in terms of fuel efficiency, safety and ease of operation. It helps fleets attract and keep good drivers, and makes good drivers even better. All to drive success for your business. A transmission with intelligence. The I-Shift transmission management system employs a next generation microprocessor to deliver “intelligent” features that improve drivability, safety and fuel efficiency.
Operational Advantages To Enhance Productivity
Lower operating costs
I-Shift lets every driver shift like a fuel efficiency expert, reducing your fuel costs. Smooth shifting puts less stress on the driveline and the tires, and can extend the useful life of the driveline and minimize maintenance. I-Shift is also light in weight, increasing your payload opportunity.
Safety and Ease of operation
I-Shift reduces fatigue and improves concentration, allowing drivers to give their full attention to maneuvering the vehicle. No driver intervention is needed, because you can trust I-Shift to always select the right gear.
Five Feature Packages
Available in five feature packages, I-Shift can be customized to fit your specific driving needs. Out on the road, this amazing transmission will deliver an unprecedented level of features and benefits to help drive success for your business.
Exceptional Warranty Coverage
The I-Shift transmission is backed by a warranty of up to five years or 750,000 miles (whichever comes first) on parts and labor. Troubleshooting is done with Volvo’s diagnostic tools, VCADS and Guided Diagnostics, included in Premium Tech Tool. Fault codes can also be accessed through Volvo’s sophisticated built-in Driver Display, and through Volvo Link.
FUEL SAVING TECHNOLOGIES
Eco-Roll®
I-Shift’s advanced microprocessor increases the time the engine runs in the “sweet spot,” which leads to increased miles per gallon. Eco-Roll® utilizes the truck’s motion to make the vehicle more efficient on any type of non-flat terrain, saving up to 2% in fuel when utilized.
Eco-Roll allows the transmission to disengage the engine in certain situations, such as moderate hills. The vehicle will roll out longer, delaying the need to return power to the engine, saving fuel.
Forced lubrication
I-Shift’s lube oil pump sends lubricant through drilled passageways to deliver it precisely where it’s needed. A filter removes any contamination. The result is longer life and better performance.
Direct Drive
Certain models offer Direct Drive where the output shaft is tied directly to the input shaft in top gear, preventing power loss due to friction between mating gears. This can save as much as 1.5% in fuel—and up to 3–4 horsepower—versus overdrive transmissions.
Performance Bonus
When integrated with Volvo’s Performance Bonus option, I-Shift can teach drivers to change their behavior by rewarding them for saving fuel. Here, the Kick-Down mode and/or the Performance mode (described below)—which drivers prefer— can be made available only when the driver is rewarded for fuel-efficient driving.
Economy and Performance modes
With the Premium family of I-Shift, the driver can select between Economy and Performance operating modes. In Economy mode, the transmission selects shift points and controls engine parameters to maximize fuel efficiency. In Performance mode, the transmission selects shift points and engine parameters to maximize performance.
Kick-Down
The I-Shift Kick-Down pedal included in certain feature packages is programmed to maximize acceleration. There are three customer-programmable K-D settings.
Engine Brake Performance mode
The I-Shift provides an Engine Brake Performance mode that, when activated, selects a gear that maximizes retardation. The feature is operated by a multifunction stalk-switch that controls engine brake, brake cruise and engine brake activation speed during coasting.
Idle Driving mode
This is a valuable “cruise control” enhancement for driving slowly (in congested areas, for example). Idle Driving allows the engine to operate at idle without cycling the clutch or using the accelerator pedal, for best fuel efficiency. The driver adjusts the speed by selecting the gear that best suits the pace of the traffic. This is especially useful when backing a trailer. The idle governor adjusts the torque to maintain idle speed (and constant vehicle speed) even though the engine load may vary.
Up to four reverse gears
The I-Shift comes standard with two available reverse gears for normal backing operations. In case high-speed reversing is wanted, two more high-speed reverse gears can be activated (in the VHD model).