Sweden
Volvo
- Founded
- 1927
- Country
- Sweden
- Headquarters
- Gothenburg, Sweden
- Founder
- Not documented
- Parent company
- Geely
- Category
- Luxury, Mass-market
Volvo logo
Merging the ancient chemical symbol for iron with the shield of Mars, Volvo’s badge honors its Swedish steel roots. It’s a rugged, high-tensile emblem of unbreakable safety and reliability.
Volvo Logo meaning
The iron mark (circle with an arrow) is the ancient symbol for iron, reflecting Swedish steel and strength.
Volvo History
Long the byword for safety — it gave away the three-point seatbelt patent — Volvo is now Geely-owned and among the fastest to electrify its range.
Volvo logo history & evolution

1927

1930

1930.2

1959

1959.2

1965

1970

1970.2

1999

2013

2014

2020

2021
Volvo Frequently asked questions
What is Volvo?
Volvo is a car brand from Sweden and founded in 1927, operating under Geely. The brand is positioned in the Luxury, Mass-market segment.
What country is Volvo from?
Volvo is a car brand from Sweden.
When was Volvo founded?
Volvo was founded in 1927.
Who owns Volvo?
Volvo is part of Geely.
What does the Volvo logo mean?
The iron mark (circle with an arrow) is the ancient symbol for iron, reflecting Swedish steel and strength.
Has the Volvo logo changed over time?
Yes. This page documents 13 versions of the Volvo logo, dating from 2021 to 1927.
What type of cars does Volvo make?
Volvo is positioned in the Luxury, Mass-market segment.
Can I download the Volvo logo?
Yes. This page offers high-resolution Volvo logo images (PNG/WebP) for download, along with 13 historical logo versions. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.
Trademark notice
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