Coretura partners with Hubbau and TokenTek to launch AI specialist graduate program

Coretura, the software joint venture created by Volvo Group and Daimler Trucks, today announces the launch of its AI Specialist Program, a 12-month initiative designed to accelerate the development of early-career software engineers with advanced AI capabilities.

Developed in partnership with Hubbau and TokenTek, the program aims to build one of the industry’s strongest pipelines of AI-ready engineering talent as commercial vehicles rapidly transition toward software-defined architectures.

The program begins February 3rd, 2026 at Lindholmen Science Park in Gothenburg. Participants will be employed by Hubbau and work full-time as consultants at Coretura. Upon completion, the ambition is for participants to continue their careers with Coretura.

Preparing engineers for the software-defined vehicle era

Coretura is a software-first and AI-first company developing the world’s first software-defined platform for commercial vehicles . This next-generation architecture will enable connected mobility solutions to evolve through software, increasing safety, performance, and operational efficiency.

AI is deeply embedded in Coretura’s engineering workflow. Developers use advanced tools such as GitHub Copilot and Claude Code to automate repetitive tasks, accelerate test creation, and deliver high-quality code at scale.

“The commercial vehicle industry is undergoing a historic shift, and AI is central to how we build software for the trucks and mobility systems of tomorrow,” says Blake Kashiwagi, Coretura CTO “This program gives young engineers the opportunity to work on real, production-grade systems from day one.”

A full year of hands-on training in applied AI

During the 12-month journey, participants receive specialized training from TokenTek; moving from AI fundamentals to advanced practical applications including generative models, agent systems, data pipelines, and multimodal architectures.

The program is targeted at recent graduates with strong programming skills in C++ or Python, an interest in Rust, and experience from AI-related academic or personal projects.

A strategic investment in future competence

“In a global market where software capability is becoming a competitive differentiator, companies must build internal AI competence early,” says Oscar Hällström, Hubbau CEO “This program ensures that Coretura has access to top engineering talent from the very beginning of its growth journey.”

Coretura is a software-first and AI-first company developing the world’s first software-defined vehicle platform. A joint venture between Volvo Group and Daimler Truck, Coretura combines the speed of a startup with the scale and experience of two global industry leaders. The company is headquartered in Gothenburg, Sweden.

Hubbau helps companies identify, onboard, and develop young engineers to secure long-term technical competence. More information: hubbau.se

TokenTek develops AI solutions that help organizations move from pilot projects to production-ready systems that deliver measurable operational value. More information: tokentek.ai

Press Contact:
Fred Wikman
Communication
fred.wikman@coretura.com
+46 709 733 633

Daimler Truck and Volvo Group launch Coretura - a Joint Venture to unlock the digital future of commercial vehicles

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Coretura is based in Gothenburg, Sweden, and began operations in the beginning of June 2025. 

Johan Lundén, coming from Volvo Group, has been appointed as CEO of Coretura. 

Coretura is set to grow stepwise aiming to launch its first products in vehicles by the end of the decade. 

Karin Rådström, President and CEO of Daimler Truck: “With Coretura, we are setting a clear strategic focus on software development for commercial vehicles. This is a big and really exciting step — not just for us, but for the entire industry and our customers.” 

Martin Lundstedt, President and CEO of the Volvo Group, adds: “Coretura represents a natural step forward in the evolution of commercial vehicles. By leveraging cutting-edge technology and collaborative innovation, we’re setting the stage for a new era of connectivity and efficiency in the industry. This venture underscores our commitment to not only advancing our products but also paving the way for sustainable and intelligent transportation solutions.”

Leinfelden-Echterdingen, Germany / Gothenburg, Sweden – Daimler Truck and Volvo Group, two of the leaders in the commercial vehicle industry, announce the launch of Coretura AB, their joint venture aimed at transforming the commercial vehicle industry through a new software-defined vehicle platform and establishing a new industry standard. Coretura will enable Daimler Truck and Volvo Group and other future customers to provide differentiating stand-alone digital vehicle applications for their products. 

Following the binding joint venture agreements signed on October 28, 2024, Daimler Truck and Volvo Group have obtained all required regulatory approvals and have now launched the new company Coretura. Following the joint venture transaction, Coretura, based in Gothenburg, Sweden, began operations in the beginning of June 2025. 

Martin Lundstedt, President and CEO of the Volvo Group, adds: “Coretura represents a natural step forward in the evolution of commercial vehicles. By leveraging cutting-edge technology and collaborative innovation, we're setting the stage for a new era of connectivity and efficiency in the industry. This venture underscores our commitment to not only advancing our products but also paving the way for sustainable and intelligent transportation solutions.” 

Coretura will be led by a four-member Executive Management team consisting of two members from each of the shareholders. Johan Lundén has been appointed as CEO coming from Volvo Group where he previously held responsibility for Strategic Product Planning, Project and Innovation management. 

Unlocking the digital future of commercial vehicles

As commercial vehicles are becoming more digital, the mission of Coretura is to build the non-differentiating core, a standardized and open software-defined vehicle platform and dedicated commercial vehicle operating system. 

Coretura’s activities also include the specification and procurement of centralized high-performance control units at scale dedicated for commercial vehicles and capable of handling large amounts of data. This will enable the decoupling of software and hardware development cycles, allowing end customers to purchase and update digital applications wirelessly ‘over the air,’ enhancing safety, efficiency and customer experience. 

“This joint venture blends the agility of a start-up with the stability and expertise of our major shareholders. We are proud and energized to lead the digital transformation in the commercial vehicle industry—backed by strong shareholder support and committed to shaping the industry’s future.” says Johan Lundén, CEO of Coretura.     

Starting with around 50 employees, Coretura is set to grow stepwise. This allows the shareholders to pool resources and invest in accordance with technical progress and achievement of milestones. Coretura thereby follows a collaborative co-development approach with its customers, aiming to launch its first products in vehicles by the end of the decade. 

Daimler Truck and Volvo Group will remain competitors and continue to differentiate their range of product and services offerings, including their respective digital solutions.

Coretura is open to cooperation and invites new and traditional suppliers and partners who share its values to join in creating the future of the industry.

Daimler Truck
Paul Mandaiker, +49 176 30999267, paul.mandaiker​@daimlertruck.com

Volvo Group
Claes Eliasson, +46 76 553 7229, press@volvo.com

Coretura
Johan Lundén, johan.lunden@coretura.com

Daimler Truck and Volvo Group sign binding agreement for joint venture to develop software-defined vehicle platform

Daimler Truck and Volvo Group have signed a binding agreement to establish a new 50/50 joint venture to develop a software-defined vehicle platform for heavy duty vehicles and drive the industry transformation.

The new company aims to set an industry standard with headquarters in Gothenburg, Sweden.

The common goal of the partners is to develop a truck operating system and to offer the joint venture's brand- and versatile application-agnostic products to other commercial vehicle OEMs.

Daimler Truck and Volvo Group will remain competitors in all other business areas and will continue to focus on an independent product and service offering, including the respective differentiating digital customer offerings. 

Gothenburg, Sweden/Leinfelden-Echterdingen, Germany - As announced in May this year, Daimler Truck and Volvo Group intend to create a joint venture to develop a common software-defined vehicle platform and dedicated truck operating system, providing the basis for future software-defined commercial vehicles. The two leading companies in the commercial vehicle industry have now signed a binding agreement to establish the joint venture and are working towards setting up the company that will be headquartered in Gothenburg, Sweden. The software-defined vehicle platform will enable Daimler Truck and Volvo Group and potential other future customers of the joint venture to provide stand-alone digital vehicle functions for their products. 

“The signing demonstrates our joint commitment to lead the digital transformation of our industry. The software and hardware from this joint venture will be crucial for achieving unprecedented levels of safety, comfort, and efficiency for our customers,” says Karin Rådström, CEO of Daimler Truck. 

Martin Lundstedt, President and CEO of the Volvo Group, adds: “We are joining forces to redefine software architecture and pioneer a new era of self-optimizing trucks. Together we are removing complexity to allow our customers to unlock higher levels of connectivity, safety and efficiency and continually push for a greater performance. It is a revolutionary response to the challenges of our modern world, and we are proud to be setting the industry standard.”

The joint venture’s activities will include the specification and procurement of centralized high-performance control units dedicated for commercial vehicles and capable of handling large amounts of data. The new company will develop an operating system and tools which vehicle manufacturers can use as a basis to develop their own differentiating digital vehicle features. This will decouple software and hardware development cycles in the future and enable customers to purchase and update digital applications wirelessly ‘over the air’, ultimately enhancing customer efficiency and experience. 

Daimler Truck and Volvo Group will remain competitors and continue to differentiate their complete product and services offerings, including their respective digital solutions.

The transaction for the joint venture is expected to be completed in the first half of 2025, subject to obtaining all required regulatory approvals.

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