House of Sweden

Northern Headlights – A Look at Sweden's Vehicle Industry

This exhibition took the visitor on a tour with one of the most important drivers of the Swedish economy: the motor vehicle industry.

January 12th – March 17th
Anna Lindh Hall

An up close look at new cutting edge cars and powerful hybrid heavy duty truck engines showed the exciting developments being made by major manufacturers, including Volvo Group, Volvo Cars, and Saab Automobile.

Diverse parts of the industry were highlighted in the exhibition, from the manufacturer of a carbon composite super car to the many automotive sub-suppliers. Visitors were guided from past major innovations and contributions made by Swedish vehicle manufacturers through current perspectives and into what is being planned about safety and the environment for the future.