Volvo originates from Sweden. The company was founded in Gothenburg in 1927 by Assar Gabrielsson and Gustaf Larson, with its first car, the ÖV4, produced there. Volvo Cars remains headquartered in Gothenburg, Sweden, despite global manufacturing.
Ownership Details
Volvo Cars is owned by China's Zhejiang Geely Holding Group since 2010, following Ford's ownership from 1999 to 2010. The brand maintains its Swedish identity and autonomy.
Manufacturing Locations
Volvo produces vehicles in multiple countries, including primary sites in Sweden (Torslanda), plus Belgium, China, the US (South Carolina), Malaysia, and India. Models like the XC60 are made in Sweden and elsewhere.