Volvo rejigs China business in push to counter stalling sales
Geely-owned carmaker empowers local teams with manufacturing and product decisions while global sales drop 10% amid intensifying trade tensions.
Volvo’s EX30 electric SUV is prominently displayed as the Swedish brand — owned by China’s Geely — gives more decision-making power to its China team. The governance shift comes amid ongoing trade tensions and a slowdown in domestic EV demand. Image: Getty Images
Volvo’s EX30 electric SUV is prominently displayed as the Swedish brand — owned by China’s Geely — gives more decision-making power to its China team. The governance shift comes amid ongoing trade tensions and a slowdown in domestic EV demand. Image: Getty Images