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Changes at the top of Volvo truck business in North America

Truck industry veteran Stephen Roy is set to retire in August after nearly 25 years with Volvo Group, including three as President for Mack Trucks and head of Group Trucks North America.

Wilson Lirmann, currently head of Volvo Trucks Latin America, will step into Roy’s old role.

Stephen Roy. Image: Volvo Group

Volvo Group president and CEO Martin Lundstedt is full of praise for Roy’s contribution to the business.

“I am deeply grateful for Stephen’s contributions over the years,” Lundstedt says.

“In his different roles, Stephen has driven the platform for continued growth in North America, reinforcing our regional strategy and setting us up well for the next phase.”

Lirmann has led both Volvo Trucks Latin America and the Group’s Latin American business for nearly ten years.

He brings extensive experience across the truck business and has held several leadership roles within Volvo Trucks.

The transition will take effect on August 1st, 2026.

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