Volvo Cars launches investment fund aimed at technology start-ups

Volvo Cars launches investment fund aimed at technology start-ups   Volvo Cars, the premium car maker, has launched a new investment fund aimed at investing in high potential technology start-ups around the globe.   The aim of the Volvo Cars Tech Fund is to invest in strategic technology trends that are transforming the industry, such… Continue reading Volvo Cars launches investment fund aimed at technology start-ups

Volvo launches new V60 versatile family estate

Volvo launches new V60 versatile family estate   Volvo Cars, the premium car maker, today revealed the new V60 five-door, mid-size premium estate, underlining the Swedish company’s position as a maker of cars that combine good looks with everyday practicality.   The car was launched in its natural habitat – the driveway of a family… Continue reading Volvo launches new V60 versatile family estate

Volvo Cars reports record operating profit of SEK14.1 billion in 2017

Volvo Cars reports record operating profit of SEK14.1 billion in 2017   Volvo Cars, the premium car maker, has reported a strong 27.7 per cent increase in operating profit in 2017, earning a record SEK14.1 billion compared to SEK11.0 billion in 2016, driven by global sales of 571,577 cars.   Net revenue for the period… Continue reading Volvo Cars reports record operating profit of SEK14.1 billion in 2017

Volvo XC40 rides strong order numbers towards China launch

Volvo XC40 rides strong order numbers towards China launch   Volvo Cars’ first entry into the small premium SUV segment is proving popular among car buyers, with global XC40 orders already exceeding 20,000 units. Delivery of cars to dealers started earlier this month.   Following its successful introduction to European and American customers, the XC40… Continue reading Volvo XC40 rides strong order numbers towards China launch

Swedish engine plant is Volvo Cars’ first climate-neutral manufacturing site

Swedish engine plant is Volvo Cars’ first climate-neutral manufacturing site   Volvo Cars’ engine factory in Skövde, Sweden, has become the company’s first climate-neutral manufacturing plant, having switched to renewable heating as of 1 January 2018.   Skövde is the first plant in Volvo Cars’ global manufacturing network to reach this status, which marks a… Continue reading Swedish engine plant is Volvo Cars’ first climate-neutral manufacturing site