If you've ever wondered where the name "Volvo" came from, get ready for a story that's smoother than you might think.
It all started back in 1915 when a Swedish company called SKF, known for making ball bearings, registered the name "Volvo." Why "Volvo"? Because in Latin, it literally means "I roll" or "I spin." Pretty fitting for a company that makes things designed to keep spinning for eternity, right?
Here's the twist: "Volvo" was originally intended to be the brand for ball bearings shipped to the United States. In 1927, SKF shifted gears and entered the automotive world, and "Volvo" became the name of their new car brand. And honestly? Perfect choice. After all, if you're driving something that needs to keep rolling smoothly, you better believe solid bearings are a must.
Today, Volvo isn't just a symbol of reliability and safety – it's proof that sometimes the simplest names have the most meaning. And the best part? It's still rolling strong!
Funny, I'm almost in my 50's and I didn't know that until Chat Gpt Era.