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Autoliv
Autoliv is an automotive safety supplier founded in 1953 in Stockholm, Sweden. The company develops and manufactures passive safety systems, including airbags,...
Overview
Autoliv is an automotive safety supplier founded in 1953 in Stockholm, Sweden. The company develops and manufactures passive safety systems, including airbags, seatbelts, steering wheels, and pedestrian protection systems. Autoliv was previously known as Lindblads Autoservice.
General information
Firm type
other
Location
Region
Europe
Country
Sweden
City
Stockholm
Corporate office
Klarabergsviadukten 70, Section D, 111 64 Stockholm, Sweden
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
Who runs investment decisions at Autoliv?
Autoliv is a publicly traded company, not a family office or investment firm. Investment decisions are made by its board of directors and executive management team. The CEO and CFO present strategy at events like the Capital Markets Day held in June 2025 in Stockholm (per the firm, 2025). Shareholders elect the board.
Does Autoliv participate in fund commitments or only direct deals?
Autoliv does not function as an investment fund. It invests capital directly in R&D, manufacturing capacity, and joint ventures for safety products. It does not commit to external private equity or venture funds based on public disclosures.
How does Autoliv source proprietary deal flow?
Autoliv does not source deal flow. It wins contracts from automakers via competitive bidding and long-term supply agreements. The firm's R&D centers and crash tracks allow it to develop proprietary safety solutions that become spec'd into vehicle platforms.
What sectors does Autoliv explicitly avoid?
Autoliv focuses exclusively on passive automotive safety and mobility safety. It does not participate in active safety systems, ADAS, autonomous driving software, or adjacent tech sectors such as fintech or healthcare. Its expertise and product lines are tightly scoped to crash protection.
How is Autoliv related to its joint ventures?
Autoliv operates with joint ventures in certain markets, but the company does not disclose the names or structures of those ventures publicly. The firm notes that its global presence includes joint ventures across 25 countries (per the firm).
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