"This will accelerate growth by leveraging greater volumes and complementary capabilities, creating significant synergies for Isuzu Motors," says a statement on the deal. As a first step in this acquisition process, Isuzu Motors and UD Trucks are discussing the conditions for the supply of certain truck variants from UD Trucks to Isuzu Motors from 2022 onwards. The Volvo-Isuzu deal will also explore further opportunities "for even broader and deeper collaboration" within the two truck makers' commercial vehicle businesses across geographical areas and product lines for future urban logistics solutions. Isuzu Motors is regarded as one of the world leaders in the 3.5 t to 15 t light and medium-duty truck segment, with sales volumes of 252 000 units in 2019. The alliance agreement will explore cooperation in the areas of purchasing and logistics.