Volvo Car Corp. styling chief Peter Horbury is moving to the Swedish automaker's sister brand, Geely Group, as senior vice president of design - we can read in service autonewschina.com. He began his career with the Swedish automaker in 1991 as head of design, helping to create new models such as the XC90 crossover before he moved in 2002 to Ford's Premier Automotive Group. There, he oversaw design at Aston Martin, Jaguar, Land Rover and Volvo - autonewschina.com said.

Volvo CEO Stefan Jacoby issued a statement praising Horbury. "Peter Horbury has played a very important role for Volvo's design during a long period of time and has a legendary position in the automotive world," Jacoby said. "I wish him all success in his new role within Geely Group."

Said Li Shufu, chairman of Geely Group and Volvo: "I am delighted that Peter Horbury has accepted the offer to lead the design development of the Geely Group brands. His vast experience in the industry will be key for the future success of Geely Group's products."

We do not know when will we see the first effects of the new cooperation. European designer is without a doubt the next step of Geely on the way to start selling cars in Europe.

Source: Auto News China

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