Volvo and Daimler Join Forces to Launch Coretura, Kickstarting the Digital Future of Trucks

Volvo Group and Daimler Truck have officially launched their joint venture company, Coretura, based in Gothenburg, Sweden. The company started operations in June 2025, following regulatory approval after their initial agreement was signed in October 2024. While many are calling it a future-focused software project, Coretura is set to become the beating digital heart of the trucks of tomorrow.

This move is more than just collaboration – it’s a complete rethinking of how trucks are built and upgraded in a digital age. As vehicles become more connected, data-driven, and software-intensive, Coretura aims to provide a shared, standardised software foundation that can power a wide range of commercial vehicles, starting with those from Volvo and Daimler.

The company will focus on developing a software-defined vehicle platform – in simple terms, a powerful, universal operating system for trucks and buses. It’ll be capable of handling everything from advanced safety features to predictive maintenance and over-the-air updates, helping truckers and fleet managers stay ahead without visiting the workshop for every tweak or upgrade.

Johan Lundén, appointed CEO of Coretura and a long-standing Volvo Group executive, describes the company as blending “the agility of a start-up with the backing of two of the biggest names in the game.” His focus is on building a digital system that doesn’t just keep up with the industry but leads its transformation.

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“This is not just another tech team sitting in an office,” said Lundén. “We’re building something that will power real trucks doing real work, and it’s only possible thanks to the strength and experience of our shareholders.”

Karin Rådström, President and CEO of Daimler Truck, emphasised that this venture reflects a strategic pivot for the industry. “With Coretura, we’re placing software development at the centre of commercial vehicle innovation. It’s a huge step, not only for Daimler and Volvo but for the industry as a whole, and more importantly, for our customers on the road.”

For Volvo Group, the ambition is equally bold. Group President and CEO Martin Lundstedt noted that Coretura embodies Volvo’s vision of connected, efficient and sustainable transport. “It’s a major move forward in the evolution of trucks and buses. Through technology and collaboration, we’re creating an ecosystem where intelligent, digital vehicles can thrive.”

Coretura will initially employ around 50 people, growing step by step in line with development milestones. The company will manage the procurement of high-performance vehicle control units, essentially the digital brains of the vehicle, allowing hardware and software development to evolve separately, which means faster updates, easier repairs, and less downtime.

And while Coretura provides the shared digital base, Volvo and Daimler will continue to compete at the product level, each adding their own unique applications and customer experiences on top. It’s the best of both worlds – shared strength in software, and brand-specific innovation where it counts.

Importantly, Coretura isn’t closed off to the world. The venture has made it clear it’s open to collaboration with other partners and suppliers, inviting both established players and tech newcomers to help shape the future of commercial transport.

For truckers, this means trucks that are easier to manage, quicker to fix, and smarter on the job. For fleet operators, it means lower costs, real-time diagnostics, and the ability to update digital features remotely. For the industry, it’s a long-overdue step into a connected era – one where your truck won’t just move loads, but think with you every kilometre of the way.