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NewsVolvo Renames EV, PHEV Models to Avoid Confusion
As the lineup keeps transforming and moving closer to becoming all-electric by 2030, Volvo today announced name changes to some of its models. The XC40 Recharge and C40 Recharge , the Swedish automaker’s first two electric vehicles, are renamed EX40 and EC40, respectively. That makes perfect sense considering the new …
On this day in history: March 29
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NewsFirst ‘Volvo Retail Sustainable Experience’ Facility Opens in B.C.
Sustainability-obsessed Volvo has just opened its first North American “Volvo Retail Sustainable Experience” (VRSE) facility in Richmond, B.C. Formerly Volvo of Vancouver, the location now goes by the name of Volvo Cars Richmond. It covers more than 20,000 square feet on a prominent 2.1-acre site, just off the Vancouver-Blaine Highway …
NewsIt’s Now Volvo’s Turn to Ditch Leather in Future Cars
Following the lead of its performance brand Polestar , Swedish automaker Volvo is taking an ethical stand for animal welfare. Starting with the new 2022 C40 Recharge , all fully electric Volvo models in the future will be completely leather-free. As reported in February, MINI is another car brand that …
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