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Volvo just created a seatbelt that thinks, adjusting its force in milliseconds based on your size and the type of crash. It's the biggest leap in seatbelt safety since the company invented the three-point belt 67 years ago and gave it to the world for free.
While major automakers retreat from electric vehicle plans, Volvo Cars is doubling down on its promise to go 100% electric by 2030. The company's 75-year-old CEO says speeding up, not slowing down, is the only path forward for a smaller automaker.
Two of Volvo's flagship electric vehicles just launched in Manila, bringing cutting-edge technology and impressive range to Southeast Asian buyers. The move signals that global automakers are taking the region's EV market seriously.
No more fumbling with apps or credit cards at charging stations. Volvo just rolled out technology that lets drivers simply plug in and walk away.
After discontinuing its budget-friendly EX30 due to tariffs and safety issues, Volvo just announced plans for a new affordable electric vehicle launching in 2027. The Swedish automaker promises the new model will deliver "a lot of good things in a bigger space" while keeping the fun-to-drive factor intact.
The construction industry just crossed a major threshold. Volvo has begun mass-producing electric articulated haul trucks capable of carrying up to 86,000 pounds, proving that even the heaviest machinery can ditch diesel.
Volvo is developing plug-in hybrids that act like electric vehicles with backup engines, offering 100 miles of electric range for daily driving. The new approach could help nervous drivers transition to full electric vehicles while enjoying the benefits of zero-emission commutes.
A major new wind farm in southern Sweden just went live with power going straight to Volvo's manufacturing operations. The partnership shows how clean energy is powering the vehicles of tomorrow.
Volvo just launched electric semi trucks that can travel up to 430 miles on a single charge, matching the range and productivity of traditional diesel trucks. The breakthrough means long-haul trucking can finally go fully electric without compromise.
Volvo is channeling record profits into building the world's largest fleet of electric heavy trucks, with over 5,700 battery-powered vehicles already hauling freight across 50 countries. The Swedish truckmaker just unveiled a new long-range electric semi that can travel 600 kilometers and recharge during a driver's lunch break.
A new wind farm in southern Sweden just started generating enough clean electricity to power tens of thousands of homes while helping Volvo build its sustainable future. The project includes a massive battery storage system to keep the power flowing when winds calm.
Two industrial giants are joining forces to make construction sites cleaner and quieter. Their partnership could finally solve the puzzle of getting electric equipment to work seamlessly on real job sites.
Chinese automaker Geely is set to finish its first solid-state battery pack in 2026, bringing safer, more efficient electric vehicle technology closer to everyday drivers. The breakthrough could make EVs lighter, longer-lasting, and much less likely to catch fire.
Three automotive giants are teaming up to accelerate fuel cell technology for heavy-duty trucks, combining decades of expertise to make hydrogen-powered transport a reality. Toyota is joining Volvo and Daimler Truck as equal partners in cellcentric, a company dedicated to building cleaner commercial vehicles.
More than six in ten new cars sold in Sweden last year were electric, putting the Scandinavian nation far ahead of most of the world. The shift happened despite overall car sales staying nearly flat.
Coca-Cola Canada just quietly surpassed 40 electric semi trucks in its delivery fleet, proving clean transportation works even in freezing northern winters. The family-owned bottler is rolling out seven more Volvo electric semis this month across Quebec and British Columbia.
The electric Polestar 3 SUV is moving all production to South Carolina, ending manufacturing in China and creating a bigger manufacturing footprint in the US. The shift comes as Polestar's sales jumped 34% last year.
The world's top car makers are building electric vehicles with cleaner steel, aluminum, and batteries, driven by strong European regulations. A new industry ranking shows EV supply chains are becoming more sustainable and ethical across the board.
A European shipping giant is replacing hundreds of diesel yard trucks with new electric models after a grueling real-world test proved they could handle the toughest port conditions. The shift marks a major win for zero-emission shipping logistics.
A Swedish collaboration just cracked the code on producing completely fossil-free steel using green hydrogen and hydropower. This breakthrough tackles one of the planet's biggest pollution problems, since steel production alone creates 7-8% of all global CO2 emissions.
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