The Volvo Group plans to open a new plant in Mexico and test the use of hydrogen in 2026.
With 102,000 employees, this company operates manufacturing and assembly plants in 17 countries on five continents.
Volvo Group
In August, Volvo Group announced the construction of a heavy truck plant in Monterrey, Mexico. It will reinforce production in the United States. In addition, it will add capacity to support the growth of Volvo Trucks and Mack in that country and in Canada. It will also boost Mack sales in Mexico and Latin America.
The new plant will begin operations in 2026, with an investment of $1 billion. Production of the new Volvo VNL range for North America began at the end of the third quarter. These models offer greater fuel efficiency and productivity compared to previous versions.
The Mack LVO plant in Pennsylvania and Volvo NRV plant in Virginia will continue as the main production centers in the region. Monterrey will focus on conventional heavy-duty vehicles for both brands. The complex will include assembly, cab bodies, and painting. According to the Volvo Group, the location offers significant logistical advantages for serving the southwestern and western United States, as well as Mexico and Latin America.
Truck factories
The Volvo Group’s most important manufacturing operations are located in Sweden, the United States, France, Brazil, India, Belgium, and China. In total, it has around 60 large-scale plants distributed globally.
In addition, the company operates research and development centers, logistics facilities, and distribution centers. Together, its network spans more than 500 locations worldwide. This infrastructure supports its ability to serve different markets and maintain a strong presence in the global automotive industry.
Use of hydrogen
Kenworth, Volvo, and Hyundai Motor announced plans to manufacture medium- and heavy-duty hydrogen-powered vehicles. The move responds to stricter environmental regulations and growing demand for emission-free transportation.
In May, Volvo Trucks unveiled its project for trucks with hydrogen combustion engines. Road tests will begin in 2026. Commercial launch is planned for the end of the decade. These models, which will run on green hydrogen, are relevant for the brand to achieve net zero emissions and support the decarbonization of its customers.