Volvo expands partnership with Google to include Gemini AI

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Volvo Cars has announced an expanded collaboration with Google to incorporate the latest Android Automotive OS technologies into its vehicles. A key component of this expansion includes the introduction of Google Gemini, which was demonstrated in a Volvo EX90 at Google I/O 2025. This development aims to bring advanced conversational AI features to Volvo models … Read more

Volvo introduces XC70 as its first extended-range plug-in hybrid

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Volvo Cars has announced the introduction of the new XC70, a mid-size SUV that serves as the company’s first extended-range plug-in hybrid. The vehicle offers an estimated all-electric range of up to 200 kilometers under the China Light-Duty Vehicle Test Cycle (CLTC), currently the highest range for any Volvo plug-in hybrid model. The XC70 is … Read more

Nobody wants these cars: April 2025

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Jaguar F-PACE: A blend of performance and luxury With a market day supply of 291, there are 2,740 units available and 424 sold, averaging a selling price of $72,831. The F-PACE combines sporty performance with upscale features. Cadillac CT4: Compact luxury with a sporty edge Featuring a market day supply of 243, 2,680 units are … Read more

Volvo ends S90 U.S. sales in response to rising tariffs

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Volvo Cars is planning to end U.S. sales of the S90 sedan, which is manufactured in China, due to increasing trade tensions between the United States and China. The move follows the Trump administration’s decision to impose a 125 percent tariff on Chinese-made goods, including vehicles, as of April 9. A person familiar with Volvo’s … Read more

Swedish Wagon timeline cleanse

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Stop doom-scrolling and start wagon-scrolling You might be thinking that times are bleak, so take a break and check out these wagon photos recently taken north of the Arctic Circle by our friends at Volvo. They feature the newest Volvo Cross Country variant — the EX30 — and the first Cross Country variant — the … Read more

Winter adventure in Sweden available with Volvo EX30 rental

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Volvo has introduced the EX30 Cross Country, a fully electric SUV designed for outdoor exploration. As part of the launch, the company has partnered with Landfolk to offer a rental opportunity for a secluded winter cabin in northern Sweden. This initiative aligns with Volvo’s broader strategy of providing experiences beyond its vehicle lineup. The cabin, … Read more

New Volvo EX30 Cross Country adds rugged features to small electric SUV

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Volvo has introduced the EX30 Cross Country, a version of its fully electric small SUV designed with off-road capabilities. The vehicle was revealed during an event in Sweden in collaboration with outdoor equipment brand Fjällräven. The EX30 Cross Country builds on the standard EX30 with modifications intended to improve performance in various terrains. The model … Read more

Volvo expands EV charging access through Tesla Superchargers

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Volvo Cars has announced expanded charging access for its fully electric vehicle lineup in the United States and Canada, allowing drivers to use over 17,800 Tesla Supercharger stations in these regions. This new access includes compatibility with the upcoming Volvo EX90 flagship SUV as well as other models like the EX40 and EC40, starting with … Read more

Volvo updates naming convention for electric vehicles, drops “Recharge” badge

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Volvo Cars has updated the naming convention for its fully electric vehicle lineup as part of its goal to become a fully electric car manufacturer by 2030. The company has rebranded its fully electric XC40 Recharge and C40 Recharge models to EX40 and EC40, respectively. This change aligns these models with Volvo’s other electric vehicles, … Read more