Volvo Cars, Polestar, Scania and the electric shift: the Swedish car and vehicle industry, and driving in Sweden.
Scania is investing 70 million euros (approximately 760 million SEK) to increase capacity at the production facility in Angers, France, the Södertälje-based truck manufacturer said in a press release.
CarsMobility Sweden writes in a press release that the passenger car market is cautious.
CarsTen Chinese car owners have taken Tesla to court. They say the company's self-driving cars do not live up to its marketing claims and are seeking damages.
CarsSwedes who have received the new electric car premium have chosen the Nissan Leaf and Renault Zoe over Tesla. But the most popular is the Volvo XC40 Recharge. The Swedish Environmental Protection Agency has also received an application for a Porsche and has not yet decided whether that purchase is covered by the premium.
CarsThe stock market is slightly higher after Tuesday's fall. At 3:30 p.m., the OMXS index is up 0.1 percent. Shares of carmaker Volvo Cars are surging after a deal with the Trump administration.
CarsDespite uncertainty and geopolitical concerns, car sales in EU countries increased by 4.2 percent in January–April compared with the same period in 2025.
CarsVolvo Cars has been granted a special permit by U.S. authorities for the continued import and sale of connected cars in the U.S.
CarsShares of Italian sports car manufacturer Ferrari plunged almost 8 percent on the Milan Stock Exchange after a number of analysts criticized the design of a new electric model - the Ferrari Luce.
CarsLuxury car manufacturer Ferrari has unveiled its first electric car. The Luce (Italian for 'light') model is set to be ready for delivery by the end of the year.
CarsTruck manufacturer Volvo has settled with a California environmental agency. The settlement will cost Volvo approximately SEK 1.8 billion.
CarsGlobal shipping companies are investing heavily in new truck corridors in the Middle East to deal with container disruptions caused by the war involving Iran and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
CarsChinese carmaker BYD is in talks with rival Stellantis and other European manufacturers to take over underutilized factories, including in Italy, according to the company's vice president, Stella Li.
CarsElectric car manufacturer Polestar reports a sharply higher loss.
CarsThe rise of electric cars is having a clear impact on the used car market. For the first time, more cars up to ten years old being sold run on electricity than on gasoline.
CarsVolvo Cars' global sales fell to 162,864 cars during the period February–April this year. This is 10 percent fewer cars than during the same period last year.
CarsThere were 24,147 new passenger cars registered in April, according to the industry organization Mobility Sweden. This is 0.6 percent fewer than in the same month last year.
CarsThe Iran war risks hitting American vehicle manufacturers hard - and ultimately consumers.
CarsPresident Donald Trump's new tariff threat against the European car industry could hit Volvo Cars, which is already under pressure. The company could be a clear loser - if the announcement becomes reality, Handelsbanken automotive analyst Hampus Engellau warns.
CarsVolvo Cars wants to grow in the world's largest car market. There's just one problem. Competition has never been greater.
CarsUS President Donald Trump wrote on his social media platform Truth Social that he will raise import tariffs on cars and trucks from the EU next week. Trade Minister Benjamin Dousa (M) believes the parties must try to reach an agreement.
CarsThe European Commission is threatening Hungary and Slovakia with legal action for charging cars registered abroad higher prices for gasoline.
CarsTruck manufacturer Scania saw a sales decline in the first quarter but increased order intake. CEO Christian Levin described the company as "resilient" in a turbulent environment. "The ugly thing is the impact on the global economy, and we are starting to see the effects of that now," he told TT.
CarsOil prices are surging and putting pressure on car manufacturers around the world. Volvo Cars could emerge as a winner, according to CEO Håkan Samuelsson. I hear from many customers: "Aha, now it's probably time to look at an electric car," he tells TT.
CarsAfter the reduction earlier in the week, fuel retailers have been raising prices every day. On Friday it happened again as the price of oil on the world market ticked up.
CarsSales are rising sharply, but multi-billion losses continue at Polestar, the 2025 results show.
CarsPrivate car leasing is gaining further momentum. In the first quarter, it increased by 40 percent, according to new figures.
CarsAfter three weeks, just over 4,000 applications have been received for the new electric car bonus. Approximately half have been approved so far.
CarsGothenburg-based electric car manufacturer Polestar's sales in the first quarter rose to 13,126 cars, up 7 percent from the same quarter a year earlier.
CarsAmerican electric car manufacturer Tesla delivered fewer cars than expected during the first quarter of the year, CNBC reports.
CarsVolvo Cars' global sales fell by 11 percent in the first quarter, new figures from the company show.
CarsRegistrations of new passenger cars increased by 10 percent in March compared to the same month last year, according to the industry organization Mobility Sweden. For electric cars, the increase was 30 percent.
CarsThe war in Iran means more expensive gasoline - which in the long run could lead to more people looking toward the electric car market. Volvo Cars CEO Håkan Samuelsson believes this. Customers will probably be reminded that an electric car costs only 3-4 kronor per mile to drive, rather than 20 kronor per mile, he says.
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Police are investigating a suspected murder in Ludvika municipality. A woman is dead, and a man has been arrested.
CrimeA ten-year-old boy has been injured in an accident at a motocross track outside Kalmar. He has been admitted to the intensive care unit, Barometern reports.
SwedenThe Left Party will not back down from its demand to join a red-green government, the party’s vice chairwoman, Ida Gabrielsson, says on X.
Swedish politicsAfter decades of deforestation, drought and fires, the Amazon rainforest is now emitting more carbon dioxide than it absorbs, a new study shows.
SwedenThe scent of grazing crustaceans can be used in a warning system for toxic algal blooms. The method could provide up to seven weeks’ advance warning of outbreaks.
SwedenA man in his 20s has been arrested on suspicion of rape in Umeå, police said.
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President Ilijana Jotova looks set to win Bulgaria’s election. According to two exit polls, she is expected to receive between 51 and 53 percent of the vote.
ConflictsThe rival political sides in Israel must accept the election results and do what they can to avoid a snap election, President Isaac Herzog says.
World politicsThe flare-up in fighting between Saudi Arabia and the Iran-backed Houthi movement has forced more than 300,000 people to flee their homes in Yemen, according to the UN.
ConflictsBritish police have arrested 325 people in connection with a demonstration on Saturday in support of the pro-Palestinian group Palestine Action.
ConflictsFrench prosecutors have decided to open an attempted murder investigation after a Molotov cocktail was thrown at gendarmes during clashes at a large demonstration in Paris.
WorldPortuguese police have stormed tent camps in Lisbon and Porto set up in protest against soaring housing prices. Thirteen people have been arrested, and several are reported to have been injured.
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The stock market has turned downwards after several AI-linked companies failed to meet expectations. Tech giants have invested trillions in a short time, and investors now want to know whether it is worth it. “The big cloud of concern is the enormous investments American companies are currently making in data centers and AI,” says Maria Landeborn, a savings economist at Danske Bank.
TechnologyHandelsbanken's currency forecast suggests the euro and US dollar could weaken against the Swedish krona by summer 2027, potentially making holidays abroad somewhat cheaper for people spending kronor. The forecast is conditional, not a promise.
BusinessThe number of bankruptcies fell by 15 percent in October compared with the same month last year, according to statistics from credit reporting company Syna.
BusinessThe decision will be made on Tuesday. Donald Trump could then lose the midterm elections. A setback for the Republican president could lead to new threats of tariffs, analysts say. But it’s not certain that a Democratic victory in Congress would calm things down, says SEB chief economist Jens Magnusson.
BusinessThe European Commission, the Council president, the European Parliament and scores of member states are pushing for new EU revenue to secure agreement on a new long-term budget. Sweden is firmly resisting - but for how long?
BusinessBinance announces that withdrawals from the crypto exchange will gradually resume on Sunday. At the same time, the FBI says North Korean hackers are behind the multi-billion-dollar heist targeting the crypto platform.
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Reigning champions Arsenal sit alone at the top of the Premier League. The London club beat Liverpool, featuring Alexander Isak, 1-0 - Arsenal’s first win at Anfield in 14 years.
FootballAndreas Almgren has won the New York Marathon - on his marathon debut. It’s practically impossible, says running icon Anders Gärderud to Radiosporten.
SportsThe Swedish football derby between Häcken and IFK Göteborg was halted after unrest broke out in the stands. Several people were arrested.
FootballVäxjö are 12th in the SHL standings after 14 games. The Småland club is now taking action: coach Björn Hellkvist has been fired.
Ice hockeyAndreas Almgren wins the New York City Marathon. The Swede crushed the opposition to win the major race on his marathon debut in a time of 2:06:01. The victory also qualifies him for the marathon at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
SportsHammarby beat Swedish champions Uppsala 7–0 away, as expected. Despite the win, Häcken can secure the league title on its own on Monday.
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Radio personality David Druid is taking a break from hosting “Morgonpasset i P3” after video clips of him were shared on social media.
EntertainmentAmerican film director Michael Mann has accidentally shot himself in the leg, according to TMZ.
TV & filmThe year's best book for nine- to twelve-year-olds has been chosen. “Smoke” by Linda Johansson has won the Children's Radio Book Prize.
EntertainmentHeidi Klum is known for her spectacular Halloween costumes, and this year was no exception. The supermodel was unrecognizable at her annual party, where she appeared as a giant severed hand.
EntertainmentThere has been quite a storm surrounding “Married at First Sight XL”. This week, two of the show’s experts announced that they would not return for the next season. Now the couple Max Turpeinen and Belinda Hillman are being asked to leave the SVT production mid-season.
TV & filmAfter two weeks of duels, “Idol” has now started its “real” Saturday finals.
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Sweden's All Saints' Day (Alla helgons dag) is a public holiday and falls on Saturday, October 31, the same day as Halloween. The Church of Sweden observes All Souls' Day (Alla själars dag) the following day, Sunday, November 1.
Living in SwedenIn Sweden, All Saints' Day is a time to remember those who are no longer with us and place a candle at their graves.
Living in SwedenSweden has been named the country with the world's strongest passport in the Global Passport Report 2026
SwedenThere are a few things that Swedes don't really want to compromise on when it comes to their Midsummer table. Pickled herring, new potatoes, sour cream, chives, and of course strawberries.
SwedenSwedish Pick and mix candy has gone from being an integral part of Saturday treats to becoming an international sensation. On TikTok, feeds are filled with colorful bags, foam skulls, sour bottles, and Americans discovering that candy doesn't have to taste like it was designed in a laboratory with neon lights.
Living in SwedenSweden is entering the 2026 World Cup with a strong offense that will likely keep many defenders up at night. Alexander Isak and Viktor Gyökeres are the big stars in the squad, Victor Nilsson Lindelöf is the team captain with extensive experience, and Graham Potter has assembled a team with maximum Premier League weight.
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