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The Polestar 2 offers Volvo quality in a performance EV
Roberto Baldwin takes Polestar's $60,000 performance EV out for a spin. It impressed us with spirited driving, an eye-catching design and an Android Automotive infotainment system that won us over.
Hitting the Books: Thank a Swede for saving your life the next time you wreck your car
Thanks to the work of men with titles like, "The Father of Crash Survivability" and "The Fastest Man on Earth," as well as the tireless efforts from Volvo engineer, Nils Bohlin, motorists today have the best chance of walking away from a wreck in automotive history.
Polestar wants its cars to be carbon-neutral by 2030
Volvo’s performance EV subsidiary Polestar is reportedly taking steps to go greener than any electric auto manufacturer before it. As part of the company’s inaugural release of its annual review and sustainability report, Polestar announced on Wednesday that it plans to produce only carbon-neutral vehicles by 2030.
Aurora is helping Volvo develop autonomous semi trucks
Volvo has selected Aurora to help it develop Level 4 autonomous trucks for carrying cargo across North America.
The 2022 C40 Recharge will be Volvo’s first leather-free EV
Volvo is going all in on going green and will begin selling its vehicles virtually — starting with the newly unveiled 2022 C40 Recharge.
Volvo plans to go fully electric by 2030 and only sell cars online
Volvo will only sell electric cars by 2030, ending gas- and diesel-engine sales sooner than other major automakers, the company announced.
Polestar will cease production of its first and last hybrid this year
Polestar is ending production of its halo Polestar 1 hybrid car.
Volvo’s self-docking boat tech is now a reality
The technology makes continuous adjustments to the boat's position, enabling it to travel in tight, straight lines.
2020 has proven that electric vehicles are the future of transportation
2020 saw explosive growth in the automotive industry’s EV segment, with nearly every major manufacturer and brand group announcing, unveiling or debuting new and upcoming electric vehicles. Tesla managed to retain its position at the head of the market this year but its lead over rivals is shrinking as automotive stalwarts like GM, Fiat Chrysler, Hyundai Motor Group and the Volkswagen Group all jump into the EV fray. 2020 saw more than just new EV models, though: The battery technologies that power them and the transportation infrastructure that leverages them enjoyed some impressive advancements of their own.
Volvo's first heavy-duty electric trucks will hit the road in 2022
Volvo announced that it will be among the first manufacturers to start selling heavy-duty electric trucks in 2021, with volume production beginning in 2022.
Daimler and Volvo team up to make fuel cells for trucks and generators
Daimler and Volvo are forming a joint venture to create hydrogen fuel cells for heavy-duty trucks and even power generators.
EPA tests show Tesla's 2021 models are even tougher to beat on efficiency
Tesla's 2021 Model 3, X and Y models have topped the EPA's EV efficiency chart, pushing ahead of Polestar and other rivals.
Polestar 2 EV recalled over glitch that can cut power while driving
Polestar has recalled all 2 EVs after learning of a software glitch that leads to a power loss, even while driving.
Polestar will put its eco-friendly Precept car into production
Polestar is putting its Precept prototype car into production, adding semi-autonomous features and eco-friendly design to its EV lineup.
Polestar 2 first drive: a sporty EV with Android Automotive inside
The centerpiece of the Polestar 2 is the vehicle’s high-tech center console.
Ford, BMW and others sign binding emissions agreement with California
They've committed to building cars that outperform federal fuel efficiency standards.
Volvo will use Waymo technology to power its self-driving cars
Volvo will use Waymo technology to guide its self-driving cars, including one built for ride-hailing services.
Volvo's new cars now top out at 112MPH to limit speeding accidents
Moving forward, all new Volvo cars won't go faster than 112MPH. They'll also include a feature to set additional speed limits.
Volvo will sell cars with built-in LiDAR beginning in 2022
Volvo is working with Luminar to make LiDAR available for its cars beginning in 2022.
Volvo's Polestar 2 will feature autopilot and battery safeguards
The Polestar 2 all-electric sedan will feature several safety measures to prevent the battery from harming passengers in the event of a crash.