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Volvo reached its highest-ever share of electrified vehicles as its new fully electric EX30 boosted EV sales in February. Although overall sales slid 2% last month, Volvo’s fully electric vehicle sales were up 14%, reaching a new record share. Volvo EX30 lifts EV sales to record February share After launching its smallest and cheapest EV, the EX30, in December, Volvo is already seeing big results. Volvo hit a new record with 22,266 electrified vehicles (including PHEVs) sold last month,…

Volvo's EX30 EV was a hit from the get-go thanks in part to the use of technology, along with the relatively low $35,000 price tag. However, its reliance on that tech is apparently catching up to it (much as it has for other recent vehicles), as the automaker has delayed deliveries in Europe due to software bugs, Automotive News has reported."We confirm that Volvo is working tirelessly to resolve the problem," the company told Automotive News Europe. "Important progress has been made but the software version 1.2 does not…

Volvo EX30 Outland edition in Chrystal White (Source: Everland Customs) EV drivers looking to get behind the wheel of their new Volvo all-electric SUV EX30 may have to wait a bit longer as Volvo works to resolve some software glitches before delivery – the second time a Volvo EV launch has been delayed due to software. Volvo said yesterday that it has delayed deliveries in Europe of its EX30 all-electric SUV due to software issues, according to Automotive News Europe. The EV hasn’t…

With “tremendous growth” expected for its EVs, Volvo CEO Jim Rowan says the brand is outpacing rivals. Rowan claims Volvo has “much more pricing power” as it rolls out its cheapest EV so far, the EX30, starting at $35,000. Volvo CEO boasts pricing power for EVs On Wednesday, Rowan told Reuters at the Global Markets Forum that Volvo sees a growth opportunity in the EV segment. Volvo’s leader explained, “We have much more pricing power, and people have got more disposable income, so they…

Don’t underestimate the Volvo EX30’s small size. As the first EX30 models reach European buyers, Volvo sees it as a best-seller over the next few years. In June, Volvo unveiled its smallest and cheapest SUV, the EX30 (see our review). The Swedish automaker calls the electric SUV a “cornerstone” of its EV plans. Starting at $34,950 (36,000 euros), it will be one of the most affordable electric cars on the market. With “above-expected order rates,” Volvo will build the EX30 at its Ghent,…

Volvo’s cheapest and smallest electric SUV, the EX30, is already getting custom design upgrades. A new Sport and rugged Outland edition bring out the best of Volvo’s latest EV. Volvo is entering unfamiliar territory with its new EX30 electric SUV. The EX30 is aimed at younger buyers with a zippy, fun ride and attractive low prices (see our review). The EX30 is at the “cornerstone” of Volvo’s electrification plans. Despite its small size, Volvo expects the EX30 to be a game-changer. Because of…

Volvo’s cheapest EV, the EX30, was expected to launch by the end of the year, but that’s not going to happen. Rather than in November, as previously planned, the EX30 will not go on sale before the end of 2023. Volvo EX30 electric SUV to go on sale in 2024 Although EX30 orders were expected to open in November, the electric SUV will not go on sale until after the new year. The new compact electric crossover was pulled from the North American Car, Truck, and Utility of the Year (NACTOY)…

Volvo’s cheapest EV, the EX30, was expected to begin rolling out by the end of the year, but that’s not going to happen. Volvo is pushing back the launch of the EX30 in China until 2024. Volvo EX30 electric SUV launch pushed back until 2024 Although EX30 orders were expected to open in China last month, the electric SUV will not go on sale until after the new year. The new compact electric crossover was pulled from the North American Car, Truck, and Utility of the Year (NACTOY) awards…

Volvo began selling what could be its most important vehicle to date last month. In November, Volvo sold the first EX30 model, its cheapest and smallest vehicle yet. Volvo sells first EX30 EVs in November In June, the Swedish automaker revealed the new EV aimed at a market it’s not known for. The EX30 (Check out our review here) targets younger buyers with a zippy, fun ride and Volvo’s signature Scandinavian touch. Volvo expects the EX30 to be a game-changer as an affordable everyday EV.…

Cheaper EVs are on the way. Toyota’s new Urban electric SUV Concept will challenge the affordable Volvo EX30 as the brand’s cheapest EV yet. Toyota’s Urban electric SUV to rival low-cost EV market On Monday, Toyota unveiled the Urban electric SUV concept at its annual Kenshiki forum in Brussels. The concept is one of five new electric models due out in Europe by 2026. Toyota said the Urban SUV concept is a “close-to-production” design for a new EV launching next year. It draws…