Volvo Cars has announced that its current executive vice president will succeed the outgoing CEO, ensuring continuity in leadership and strategic direction as the transition takes place. The incoming leader will maintain the existing company structure while preparing for the handover, signaling stability amid leadership changes. Details on the exact timing and broader implications for the automaker’s future plans remain under discussion.


Klaus Zellmer will take over from Håkan Samuelsson in 2027, keeping Volvo Cars’ current strategy and leadership structure in place during the transition.