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Our products are made to be used. Drivers and operators know that we care. The I-Shift automated transmission was a milestone in reducing vibrations and strain from driving. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/drwrhPWG

With close to 25 years of leadership in the field of design, Pernilla Johansson’s background includes time with Electrolux and Phillips Design and her current role as Vice President and Head of UX Design at Volvo Group Digital & IT. If her career journey has taught her anything, it’s that there are three rules to success. Watch the full video here: https://lnkd.in/dqhaQ9Vb

After years of dedicated work, we’re excited to share a milestone: the first refurbished battery from our Skövde plant. As the demand for Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs) grows, reusing battery resources is crucial. Our refurbished Cube batteries, backed by a two-year warranty, offer a sustainable solution for BEV customers. They ensure continued performance, reduced costs, and significant reduction of CO2 emissions compared with using a new battery. 

Two thousand laps around the world! That’s how far our electric trucks in commercial traffic have traveled since 2019.    From urban distribution and waste management to regional haul and construction, these trucks have reduced CO2 emissions and significantly improved the working environment for drivers.      #electrictrucksinreality  

Everyone should be able to be their whole, unique self at work. Here are 5 ways you can help to create a more inclusive workplace. 

To address the shortage of mechanics and electronics specialists in the Western Balkans, we are collaborating with Sida and Helvetas through the RECONOMY program. This initiative will provide vocational training focused on sustainable, environmentally friendly solutions and promote gender equality by integrating youth and women into the labor market.   Through this project, young people in Bosnia and Herzegovina, North Macedonia, and Serbia will gain essential skills to work with modern, green technologies in the heavy-duty and transport industries. By empowering the youth with high-quality training, we aim to foster economic development and drive the green transition in the region.

CampX by Volvo Group is our innovation hub, designed to accelerate new technology and business innovations for sustainable mobility by partnering with startup companies. We are always looking to work with the best startups with cutting-edge technologies – like Code Intelligence, AiDEN Auto, Embedl, and NOVORIZON GmbH.

Our Chief Technology Officer Lars Stenqvist set out the future of sustainable transportation during a fireside chat at the Consumer Technology Association’s annual CEO Summit, held this year in Stockholm. Thanks to Gary Shapiro and Kinsey Fabrizio for inviting us to play a part in this exciting event. Well moderated by John Penney. The event was an great opportunity to meet with so many leaders across diverse sectors. Lars said: ”Partnerships are needed to amplify the transformation. We know this approach works. It requires and open minded and innovative way of cooperating across industry sectors – sometimes even with your competitors – to accelerate the pace of change.”