Volvo is giving the world a sneak peek into its future, unveiling the Volvo Concept Recharge. It previews a new design language, as well as a number of technological advances that we can expect on future Volvo products. Volvo says that while its existing first-generation of electric cars share the […]
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Volvo confirms next-gen XC90 will be fully electric, debuts 2022
Volvo has confirmed an all-electric successor to the XC90 SUV is set to debut in 2022. Aside from switching to all-electric power for the first time, the large SUV will show off a heap of new state-of-the-art safety technologies. Just days after detailing its new partnership with Northvolt, which will […]
Volvo partners with Northvolt, next-gen XC60 EV confirmed
Volvo has announced plans for the construction of an all-new European battery factory in a joint-venture with battery company, Northvolt. Volvo confirmed its intention to become a major producer of sustainable batteries for vehicles after announcing the joint-venture with fellow Swedish company, Northvolt, set to power the next generation of […]
2022 Polestar 3 electric SUV previewed, will be produced in USA
Polestar is making news today after previewing its upcoming Polestar 3 large electric SUV, while confirming the new model will be produced in the USA, from 2022. From the teaser image (above) we can make out a faint outline of the 3’s dimensions, with an emphasis clearly on sleekness and […]
Volvo global sales up 43% in May, up 49.9% year-to-date
Volvo is celebrating its 11th consecutive month of sales growth, with its global figures in May up 43 per cent compared with May last year. Most manufacturers are reporting a spike in figures compared with last year, which makes sense considering the huge impact of the coronavirus pandemic. Volvo Cars […]
Volvo teams up with DiDi for self-driving taxis
Volvo has announced a collaboration with the self-driving arm of ride-share company DiDi, with Volvo supplying XC90 SUVs for DiDi’s self-driving fleet. The agreement will see Volvo provide a number of specially-equipped XC90s, fitted with a backup system for steering and braking that DiDi will be able to use for […]
Polestar 2 confirmed for Australia, arriving by end of 2021
Volvo-owned premium electrified vehicle brand, Polestar, has confirmed it will be entering five markets in Asia Pacific, including Australia and New Zealand, with the Polestar 2 set to arrive here as soon as late this year. Polestar was Volvo’s motorsport partner in the early days, and then Volvo acquired the […]
Volvo now developing its own electric motors in-house
Volvo has confirmed it will be designing and developing its own in-house electric motors for its futures models, as part of ongoing investments as the company strives to become a fully electric vehicle maker. The Swedish company already has electrification development hubs in China and in its home town of […]