Is Volvo a Domestic Brand?

[EvangelineRose]

Some Volvo cars are domestically produced, with the S90 luxury sedan currently manufactured at the Daqing factory in China. Relevant explanations are as follows: 1. Reason: In 2010, Chinese automaker Zhejiang Geely Holding Group acquired Volvo's car business from Ford and obtained ownership of the Volvo car brand, hence Volvo has both imported and domestically produced vehicles. 2. Origin: Volvo started with car production. Its founders, Swedes Gustav Larson and Assar Gabrielsson, originally worked for the renowned Swedish ball bearing manufacturer SKF, with Larson being an engineer and Gabrielsson an international marketing manager with an economics background. Due to their foresight and passion for automobiles, they borrowed the company's factory in Torslanda to assemble prototype cars and officially began mass production of new vehicles on August 10, 1926, after receiving approval.

[PaisleyDella]

Volvo was originally a Swedish brand, founded in 1927 and renowned for its safety. However, in 2010, the Chinese company Geely Group acquired it entirely, and now it is under Geely's control, so the brand ownership belongs to China. Many models like the XC60 and S90 are manufactured in Chengdu or Daqing factories, and these China-made Volvo cars are quite common in the market. Having studied automotive history for many years, I believe this reflects the trend of globalization: the brand's roots are in Sweden, and its design and technology maintain the Nordic style, but localized production reduces costs, making it easier for Chinese consumers to purchase. After the acquisition, Volvo did not lose its original characteristics; instead, its sales in the Chinese market increased significantly, proving that quality has not declined. In short, the brand's history is not domestic, but with Geely taking over, cars produced in China can be considered local products. I recommend checking the label to confirm the origin before buying, as locally produced cars have advantages like faster parts supply and easier maintenance.

[Howard]

Last time I bought a Volvo, the salesperson told me although it originated from Sweden, Geely acquired it after 2010, making it a brand under a Chinese company. The XC40 I chose was manufactured in Chengdu. After driving it for two years, I find it stable and maintenance is affordable because parts are easily available. Friends often ask if it's a domestic brand - I explain the brand isn't purely domestic, but the car is made in China, sharing production lines with Geely which improves efficiency. In daily use, the safety features are top-notch, yet the price is more accessible than when it was imported. In the Chinese market, more consumers now regard it as a premium joint-venture brand, similar to SAIC-Volkswagen. My experience is that it's comfortable to drive without service concerns. For limited budgets, it represents international quality with local convenience. Remember to check the manufacturing location before purchase to confirm it's locally produced, avoiding misunderstandings.

[SamanthaFitz]

The Volvo brand originates from Sweden and was acquired by China's Geely in 2010. It is now produced in multiple locations across China, with models like the XC60 being locally manufactured. When purchasing a car, consumers may see labels indicating 'Made in China,' but the brand's roots are not domestic. It's important not to confuse ownership with production location.