Volvo Cars appoints Klaus Zellmer future President and CEO of the Swedish company
According to the Swedish company owned by the Geely group, the current CEO of Skoda Auto will replace Swede Hakan Samuelsson, at the latest, as of October 1, 2027.
Klaus Zellmer, current CEO of Skoda Auto, will become the new president and CEO of Volvo Cars, effective October 1, 2027, at the latest. He will replace Hakan Samuelsson, who will ensure a smooth transition with the board of directors. Zellmer, a German executive with experience in the automotive industry, was chosen for his knowledge and leadership skills, which fit well with Volvo Cars' goals to strengthen its position as a premium car leader.
Zellmer previously worked at Porsche and Volkswagen, and under his leadership, Skoda became one of the best-selling car brands in Europe.
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