Volvo CEO’s Stark Outlook on 2025 and the Future of Sustainable Mobility

Volvo Cars CEO Jim Rowan has issued a clear warning: 2025 will be a tough year for the automotive industry. From supply chain disruptions and rising costs to weakening EV demand and looming US tariffs, the sector faces mounting headwinds.

Yet, despite these challenges, Volvo Cars delivered a record financial performance in 2024, with profits and volumes at all-time highs. The company is doubling down on electrification, maintaining its commitment to the EU’s 2035 zero-emission target, and pushing forward with new models and expanded production in Europe.

For sustainability leaders, the key takeaway is clear: resilience and long-term strategy are critical. As global EV competition intensifies, will European policymakers and businesses stay the course?

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