History

Scania History

Since its start in Sweden in 1891, Scania has rolled forward on a solid culture of innovation and continuous improvements. As one of the world's leading providers of transport solutions, Scania has made a real impact on the world.

Welcome to stroll along some of the milestones that made Scania what it is today.

Scania Milestones

2022: Scania launches the regional BEV

Scania reached a milestone in our electrification journey with the launch of complete battery electric solutions for regional haulage.

2022: 99.96% fossil-free production

During 2022, the energy consumption for Scania's facilities reached a 99.96% fossil-free electricity.

2016: Launch of New Generation trucks

The new range of long-haulage trucks is launched in 2016, featuring a brand new modular cab range.

2000: 1.000.000th vehicle rolls of the line in Zwolle

Scania’s millionth vehicle rolls off the assembly line in Zwolle, the Netherlands. Eleven production units in five countries were involved in making the truck.

1987: Scania Technical Centre opens

The Scania Technical Centre opens, comprising 34,000 square-metres of office space and 48,000 square-metres of laboratories and testing facilities.

1969: Introduction of the legendary V8 engine

Introduction of the new 350 hp 14-litre turbocharged V8 engine. Scania’s V8 engines are to become legendary in the transport business.

1957 Subsidiary in Brazil

Scania-Vabis started a subsidiary in Brazil to overcome import restrictions, which threaten to exclude the company from what is now the company’s largest export market.

1934 Last year Scania shows a loss

The last year that the company shows a loss. Even during periods of sagging markets for trucks and buses, Scania has shown good earnings.

1902 First truck

Vagnfabrikens’ first truck, dating from 1902. According to a 1903 exhibition catalogue, the truck could carry 1.5 tonnes of cargo and had a top speed of 12 km/h.