Volvo collection and Daimler truck partner to launch CoreTura

On Tuesday, Volvo Group and Daimler truck Officially CoreTura, a joint venture dedicated to the development of a uniform vehicle platform from programs for commercial cars. The launch was followed by binding agreements between the two companies, signed in October 2024. By early June, companies obtained all the required organizational approvals and started operations in Gothenburg, Sweden.

CoreTura aims to build a non -homogeneous basic software platform and a dedicated commercial operating system, such as OEMS to put themselves at the forefront of digital transformation in the transport industry.

“With CoreTura, we focus a clear strategy on the development of software for commercial vehicles,” said Karen Radstrom, President and CEO of Daimler Truck in the version. “This is a really big and exciting step-not only for us, but for the entire industry and customers. We have started together the future of trucks and digital buses, making commercial vehicles smarter, more connected and more efficient than ever.”

CoreTura activities include specifications and purchase of high -performance central control units specifically designed for commercial vehicles. These units will be able to deal with large quantities of data, allowing sessions to develop separate programs and devices. The main benefit of the final customers will be able to buy and update digital applications wirelessly “on the air.

The joint project will be led by an executive management team of four members consisting of representatives from each shareholder company. Johan Lunden, who was previously responsible for planning strategic products, managing projects and innovation in the Volvo Group, CEO.

“This joint project mixes with active startup with the stability and experience of our main shareholders,” Lunden said. “We are proud and active to lead the digital transformation in the commercial vehicle industry – which have been identified by supporting strong shareholders and committing to forming the future of the industry.”

Despite the partnership, Volvo Group and Daimler Truck will remain competitors, continuing to distinguish between their products and services offers, including their digital solutions. CoreTura is open to cooperation with suppliers and new and traditional partners who share their values.

Starting with approximately 50 employees, the company is planning to grow gradually, with the expectation of its first vehicle products by 2030.

Initial net orders in the United States decreased by more than 2,300 units from April to May, a decrease of 26 % to 6,600 units, according to the latest data From ACT research. Despite the monthly decrease, requests remain approximately 12 % higher compared to the May 2024. When a seasonal amendment, the May request increases to 9200 units, with the expectation of the final results later in June. ACT is noticed the final order numbers usually fall within 5 % of the initial data.