Volvo expands partnership with Google to include Gemini AI

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 equipped with Google built-in.

The integration of Gemini is expected to replace the current Google Assistant in Volvo vehicles later in 2025. The system allows for natural language interactions that can facilitate tasks such as message composition, language translation, user manual inquiries, and destination information lookups. These capabilities are designed to reduce the cognitive load on the driver and limit distractions while driving.

In addition to product integration, Volvo Cars will now serve as a reference hardware platform for Google’s automotive software development. This designation means Volvo models will be used to test and refine new Android features before they are added to the broader Android Automotive OS. As a result, Volvo drivers may receive early access to new updates and performance improvements.

Volvo Cars stated that this partnership supports its goal to offer user-focused technology and to provide customers with the latest capabilities from the consumer electronics ecosystem.

As of 2024, Volvo Cars reported a core operating profit of SEK 27 billion and total revenue of SEK 400.2 billion. The company sold 763,389 vehicles globally during the year. Headquartered in Gothenburg, Sweden, Volvo employs approximately 42,600 people and maintains production facilities in Sweden, Belgium, the United States, and China.

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