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Volvo increases the battery size for its 2028 XC60 and XC90 plug-in hybrid models, boosting electric driving range, and adds a Gemini-enabled infotainment system.
Volvo's updated XC60 and XC90 plug-in hybrids offer class-leading electric ranges of 78 and 73 miles, respectively, which is more than double their previous models. Production is set to begin in late 2026, with deliveries starting in early 2027.
The article compares the range and energy efficiency of Tesla Semi, Volvo, and Scania electric semi-trucks, arguing that Tesla's superior efficiency may outweigh its lower range due to cost and operational considerations in Europe.
Volvo reintroduces the XC40 PHEV with a major facelift, featuring updated styling, enhanced sensors for safety, and Google's Gemini AI assistant for voice control and navigation.
Volvo is updating its electric vehicles with new connected safety features that alert drivers to hazards like animals and cyclists by sharing real-time data between vehicles.
A security researcher discovered a vulnerability in Volvo/Eicher's My Eicher fleet management platform that allowed unauthenticated access to internal APIs, enabling account takeover and control over all users and vehicles, exposing data of 748k customers and 676k vehicles.
The Volvo EX30 Cross Country is a compact, efficient EV that would be ideal for the US market, but due to tariffs on Chinese-made cars, Volvo has stopped importing it to the US, making it unavailable soon.
Volvo hopes its new EX60 compact SUV will revive its struggling EV lineup, offering 400 miles of range and fast charging amid a challenging market.
Ars Technica drives the new Volvo EX60, an all-electric midsize SUV built on the SPA3 platform with megacasting, 800V charging, and moose-proof structural design.
Google and Volvo announced at I/O conference that Gemini AI will use the Volvo EX60's external cameras to interpret parking signs and provide contextual information to drivers, leveraging Android Automotive and Qualcomm Snapdragon chips.
Volvo is developing a new affordable electric SUV to replace the discontinued EX30, expected in 2027, though details are scarce.