Ex-Guard, a provider of front-end protection solutions for the commercial transportation industry including light- and medium-duty pickup trucks, launched a brand-new line of grille guards. The new lineup is engineered for Volvo’s heavy-duty VNR, along with updates for the “All-New” VNL.

For fleets that run a mix of light-, medium-, and heavy-duty trucks, Ex-Guard’s lineup offers a one-stop solution helping simplify sourcing, standardize protection, and keep vehicles of every class on the road longer.

A Closer Look at the VM Guard Series

Built with advanced protection and compatibility in mind, the VM guard series is designed for durability and style while working with Volvo’s latest technology systems, according to Jeremy Drever, Ex-Guard director of engineering.

“Just like the new Volvo VNL and VNR themselves, these guards represent a leap forward in design and performance,” Drever said. “For the XG-150G3-VM and EX-150G3-VM extreme duty models, we’ve increased hood protection height, redesigned the upper section for better headlight coverage, and enhanced logo visibility, all while preserving the advanced sensor functionality and aerodynamic styling that Volvo customers expect.”

The new guard lineup features five models, ranging from extreme-duty full protection for the bumper, grille, radiator, hood, and headlights to low-profile full bumper protection guards. The VM series includes the:

• XG-150G3-VM

• EX-150G3-VM

• XG-125G3-VM

• EX-125G3-VM

• EX-100G3-VM 

Ex-Guard worked directly with industry partners, customers, and the manufacturer on real-world testing to validate the design and strength of the new guards.

Breaking Down the Grille Guard's Design

In addition to specific design features for compatibility with the new Volvo VNL and VNR, the new guards features:

• ClearZone CMS Compatible Design – integrates with the truck’s built-in collision mitigation system radars

• XERO-G Lift Assist – patented feature that reduces the effort to raise and lower the guard

• High-tensile steel construction – 8-gauge steel coated with 3mm of EVRCoat PVC finish

• LEVRLock dual latches – for secure closure and easy operation

• Additional cross bar – provides increased grille coverage

• License plate bracket – included for added convenience

The new VM series guards are now available to order at any of Ex-Guard’s 2,500 dealers across the U.S. and Canada.

Looking for More Ex-Guard Inspo?

Catch up on the latest from Ex‑Guard on Work Truck Online:

• “Why grille guards matter in fleet protection” breaks down all the guard types (from brush to bumper replacements) and shows how fleets cut downtime by up to 80% and part‑replacement costs by 97%.

• “American‑Made toughness for your heavy‑duty pickup fleet” introduces the FX50BG3 guard for Chevy, GMC, and Ford Super Duty trucks built in the U.S. and engineered to take every bump, scrape, and animal strike in stride.

So before you dive into the new Volvo VNL/VNR VM guard series, check those out, you’ll see where Ex-Guard’s strength and smarts are coming from.