Volvo Cars Philippines, through Hariphil Asia Resources Inc. (HARI), joins the global Volvo family in celebrating the birth anniversary of Nils Bohlin (1920–2002), the Swedish engineer whose invention of the three‑point seatbelt forever changed the course of automotive safety.
Introduced by Volvo in 1959, Bohlin’s design remains one of the most important innovations in motoring history. Recognizing its life‑saving potential, Volvo made the patent available to the entire industry; a selfless decision that has saved more than a million lives worldwide and cemented Volvo’s philosophy of putting people before profit.
Today, every Volvo carries that legacy forward. From intelligent driver‑assistance to advanced crash‑mitigation systems, the brand continues to build cars around people, not just performance.
“As we celebrate Nils Bohlin’s birthday, we honor not only an extraordinary engineer but also a philosophy that has shaped generations of safer mobility,” said Ms. Maria Fe Perez‑Agudo, Vice Chairman, President, and CEO of HARI. “At Volvo, safety has never been a feature; it is the foundation of everything we do.”
Volvo’s long‑term vision is clear: a future with zero collisions, where innovation and human‑centric engineering protect every life on the road. That commitment is now paired with accessibility, thanks to BPI’s exclusive 0% interest financing offer — making Volvo ownership more attainable for Filipino families.
Customers are invited to visit the Volvo Cars Makati showroom to experience the brand’s award‑winning lineup, including the XC90 T8 PHEV, XC60 T8 PHEV, and the all‑electric EX30. Discover how 99 years of safety innovation continue to shape every journey — a legacy born from Bohlin’s invention and carried forward by Volvo’s unwavering dedication to protecting lives.