Founded in 1927, Volvo originated in Gothenburg, Sweden. Originally created as a ball bearing company in 1911, the company pivoted to automobiles to meet the rising demand for cars on Swedish and Scandinavian roads.
Today, Volvo is widely regarded as a pioneer in safety features (including the seat belt!) as well as one of the longest-lasting and most dependable vehicle brands in the world. Volvo also makes semi trucks, heavy machinery, buses, military equipment, and construction equipment—making it a global leader in engineering and design.