Volvo History in 1950s.
Added on 05-15-2006
1950
In the beginning of the 1950th Volvo concentrated on raising the volume output of the PV444. In September the B-series of the Volvo PV444 was launched. It was being manufactured in a Standard and Special versions – the Special version had practically the same equipment as the PV444AS.
Exterior renovations included new bumpers, also there were made some interior changes. Dash fascia was altered – the difficult to read horizontal speedometer was replaced by a round speedometer. The seats were made more comfortable, the old starter button was replaced by a lock and ignition key. The one new feature was T-shaped indicator that was fixed in the center of the roof. When the driver wanted to turn there a blue light was flashed and an orange light was flashing on the side of the car. This indicator was named “Fixlight”. The customers’ wish to buy separate chassis to build own car bodies – minibuses and mini trucks – brought Volvo to design an all-welded frame construction with powerful pillars.
The wheelbase and distance between wheels were the same as in the PV444. This new chassis was known as the Volvo PV445 and was exported to Brazil, Uruguay and Peru, in addition to Sweden. The new taxis 800 series, the Volvo PV831/832, were introduced in the autumn. They had “Americanized” front end and had five vertical “canine teeth” on the front grille. The PV833 and 834 chassis were still used to produce and utilize as a base for ambulance, minibuses, and mini trucks. The year came busy in Volvo history.
1951
New 1951 year in company history stood out for the B PV444 model replacing by the C model, although important modifications applied slightly. In order to use in full the 1,500 PV445 chassis the company had produced, there was made a decision to build an Estate body.
The appearance of an Estate body, which later became known as the Volvo Duett, took shape at the body plant in Olofstrom. 1951 was a successful year with a total turnover of 310 million SEK. In Skövde, where engines were produced, the foundry has been enlarged and new assembly lines were about to be finished in Göteborg.
1952
In January the 25,000th PV444 model left the plant in Hisingen. The PV444D and Ds models were atached with a powerful ac generator, modified steering and specially designed heater (as an addition). Much earlier being discussed “Fixlight” disappeared but was replaced by a side turning lights repeater. Gustaf Larson left his position of Deputy Managing Director and Technical Director and went into retirement. But he worked as a consultant and his influence was felt for some more years.
1953
From the beginning of the year Volvo PV444 model was available in maroon with red or beige upholstery material. The price was 10,860 SEK for the standard complete set and 11,415 for the special (with a rims made of stainless steel, two sun visors, a cigarette lighter, ...
In the beginning of the 1950th Volvo concentrated on raising the volume output of the PV444. In September the B-series of the Volvo PV444 was launched. It was being manufactured in a Standard and Special versions – the Special version had practically the same equipment as the PV444AS.
Exterior renovations included new bumpers, also there were made some interior changes. Dash fascia was altered – the difficult to read horizontal speedometer was replaced by a round speedometer. The seats were made more comfortable, the old starter button was replaced by a lock and ignition key. The one new feature was T-shaped indicator that was fixed in the center of the roof. When the driver wanted to turn there a blue light was flashed and an orange light was flashing on the side of the car. This indicator was named “Fixlight”. The customers’ wish to buy separate chassis to build own car bodies – minibuses and mini trucks – brought Volvo to design an all-welded frame construction with powerful pillars.
The wheelbase and distance between wheels were the same as in the PV444. This new chassis was known as the Volvo PV445 and was exported to Brazil, Uruguay and Peru, in addition to Sweden. The new taxis 800 series, the Volvo PV831/832, were introduced in the autumn. They had “Americanized” front end and had five vertical “canine teeth” on the front grille. The PV833 and 834 chassis were still used to produce and utilize as a base for ambulance, minibuses, and mini trucks. The year came busy in Volvo history.1951
New 1951 year in company history stood out for the B PV444 model replacing by the C model, although important modifications applied slightly. In order to use in full the 1,500 PV445 chassis the company had produced, there was made a decision to build an Estate body.
The appearance of an Estate body, which later became known as the Volvo Duett, took shape at the body plant in Olofstrom. 1951 was a successful year with a total turnover of 310 million SEK. In Skövde, where engines were produced, the foundry has been enlarged and new assembly lines were about to be finished in Göteborg.
1952
In January the 25,000th PV444 model left the plant in Hisingen. The PV444D and Ds models were atached with a powerful ac generator, modified steering and specially designed heater (as an addition). Much earlier being discussed “Fixlight” disappeared but was replaced by a side turning lights repeater. Gustaf Larson left his position of Deputy Managing Director and Technical Director and went into retirement. But he worked as a consultant and his influence was felt for some more years.
1953
From the beginning of the year Volvo PV444 model was available in maroon with red or beige upholstery material. The price was 10,860 SEK for the standard complete set and 11,415 for the special (with a rims made of stainless steel, two sun visors, a cigarette lighter, ...
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