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In a major disappointment for budget-conscious American buyers, Volvo has officially pulled the plug on the highly anticipated EX30 in the US. Volvo says, however, that an affordable alternative to the EX30 for the American market is already in the works, promising it will be specifically designed to cater to American tastes. What Happened? Why did a car with so much promise disappear so fast? It comes down to basic math and bad timing. Stiff new tariffs on Chinese-built EVs inflated that appeal

If you own a 2025 Volvo EX30, the Swedish automaker wants you to park your subcompact crossover outside due to a fire risk. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recently announced a recall for the EV after it was determined that some examples of the EX30 have high-voltage batteries potentially susceptible to short-circuiting and overheating. Thus, owners are advised to "park outside and away from structures and limit their charge to a maximum of 70% until the recall repair is compl

S60L Door Latch Defect Prompts New Volvo Recall Volvo is recalling 2,205 units of the U.S.-market S60L after identifying a defect that could allow one or more doors to unlatch while the vehicle is in motion. According to the filing submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the issue stems from door latch components that may not function as intended. Under certain conditions, the latch could fail to remain fully secured, increasing the risk of a door opening unexpec

The Seatbelt Legacy Continues In 1959, Volvo introduced the three-point safety belt, which would go on to save an estimated one million lives and counting. The Swedish manufacturer’s history of making the safest cars on the road was based on a simple promise: its passengers would walk away in the event of a crash. Volvo's so committed to that promise that it comes up with its own crash tests that go above and beyond standardized test procedures around the world. The newly revealed EX60 electric

Volvo has officially started production of the new EX60, an electric SUV that will rival the BMW iX3 and Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class. This is a key product for Volvo, since the gas-powered XC60 became its best-selling car ever last year. Similar in size but with more advanced technologies, the company hopes the EX60 will achieve a similar level of success in the EV segment. Initial orders in Europe have been strong, which is why Volvo has already increased production plans for the SUV this year. EX6

Volvo’s 2030 EV Goal Suddenly Looks More Real Volvo’s initial plan to become a fully electric automaker by 2030 once seemed overly ambitious, especially in markets like the United States, where gas-powered SUVs still dominate sales. But comments from Volvo's chief engineering and technology officer, Anders Bell, suggest the company has already moved much further away from internal combustion than many expected. Speaking with CarBuzz, Bell revealed that Volvo no longer operates factories dedicat

Volvo’s Camera Issue Back in the Spotlight Volvo is now facing a class-action lawsuit in the US over a rearview camera issue that has already triggered a federal safety recall. Back in 2025, a software bug in Volvo’s infotainment system could make the rear camera freeze, crash, or not show up at all when you shift into reverse. The recall was reissued earlier this month, saying that the problem wasn’t entirely fixed. Beyond the technical glitch, a new lawsuit has been filed targeting how Volvo h

A Short American Stay, A Different Direction Abroad When the Volvo EX30 landed in the US, it seemed like the perfect way to get into a Scandinavian EV. Compact, affordable, and loaded with the clean design and tech that make modern Volvos stand out, it looked like the right car for the moment. But things didn’t go as planned. Volvo has already confirmed the EX30 will leave the U.S. after the 2026 model year. Considering deliveries only start in early 2025, that’s a quick exit. Meanwhile, in Euro

Rear Camera Malfunction In May 2025, Volvoissued a safety recall for a rear camera issue: Google-based infotainment screens have faulty software that prevents the rear camera feed from being displayed. What's notable about this recall is that it covers 413,000 cars across most of the Volvo lineup. Not to mention that the production years covered by this recall span over four years, from 2021 to 2025.

It's a sad day for those who love station wagons, and our dream of a Volvo super wagon certainly won't come true - at least not anytime soon. Volvo has announced that the V60 Cross Country, its only remaining longroof, will be ending production in April 2026, and that means that anyone interested in buying a new Volvo wagon only has a few weeks left to do so. The Swedish automaker says that orders will be accepted "until late January 2026," with examples expected to be available as part of deale

Volvo's Road to Electrification Like many automakers, Volvo dabbled with a few electrification experiments back in the day. There was the 1976 Elbil prototype, a boxy, smaller-than-subcompact city car that served more as a test bed than an actual consumer product. Ten years after that, the company built the 480 Electric Prototype, which was a far more usable vehicle than the Elbil. In 1992, Volvo rolled out the ECC Concept, which featured a gas turbine and an electric motor, effectively making i

The BMW iX3 has been getting plenty of praise for its impressive range, next-generation technology, and overall style, and now Volvo wants a piece of its pie with the new EX60 crossover, set to be unveiled next week. While we wait, the Swedish automaker is whetting our appetites with a new teaser that gives us a glimpse of the interior, specifically the central touchscreen. That's not all Volvo has to be proud of with the new electric crossover, but more on that in a moment. First, let's discuss

All-In on EVs Volvo CEO Håkan Samuelsson believes the EV price gap is closing faster than many expect. Speaking to reporters in Stockholm, he said that “if you look five years ahead,” an electric car will “most probably be lower in cost than a combustion car,” The Drive reports. It is a bold prediction in a market where EVs still carry higher upfront prices than comparable gas models. Recent industry data shows electric vehicles remain more expensive to buy than ICE vehicles in most segments, ev

Yet another electric vehicle is saying goodbye to US buyers, and this time it’s the Volvo EX30, the Swedish automaker’s most affordable EV starting at just over $40,000. The Drive has learned from a Volvo spokesperson that dealers have been informed on March 13 about the EX30’s cancelation in the US market after the 2026 model year; this applies both to the standard EX30 and the EX30 Cross Country off-road-flavored variant. EX30 orders that have already been placed will be honored by Volvo, but

In the extremely relevant long-haul electric semi space, legacy automaker Volvo has just revealed its offering - the FH Aero Electric’s extended range variant - with a claimed range of 435 miles on a single charge, putting it right up there with the upcoming Tesla Semi and Windrose Electric semi. Volvo Electrifying Engineering The primary hurdle for EVs in the commercial sector ha

Volvo’s next big electric SUV has leaked with less than three days before its official unveiling, giving us our clearest look yet at what the brand has planned for one of its most important future models. The images were uncovered by Kindel Auto, and if the early reaction is anything to go by, the Volvo EX60 is shaping up to be a very worthy sibling to the EX90 – possibly an even better-looking one. And with Thomas Ingenlath, the man responsible for the Polestar 1's design, returning to Volvo, i

Before Batteries, There Was a V8 While Volvo is now more closely associated with eco-oriented products, the Swedish automaker once offered a V8 in models such as the XC90 and S80 during the 2000s. The 4.4-liter B8444S may not be as bulletproof as alternatives like General Motors’ LS V8, but it still offers plenty of character – especially considering it was developed in collaboration with Yamaha, and its architecture even underpinned a 5.0-liter version used in Australia’s V8 Supercars. The all-

A cool font is more than just simple text Unless you are a savant obsessed with graphic design or the way text on paper looks, the way a particular font meets the eyes may have never crossed your mind before. But here’s the thing: choosing the right font matters more than you think. A signature typeface can be absolutely crucial to establishing a brand’s image and mood.  For example, Supreme, the New York City-based skateboard clothing brand, has practically built an empire partly on the back of

A Dark Twist Volvo’s smallest electric vehicle, the EX30, recorded the strongest sales among the brand’s EV lineup in the U.S. last year, with 5,409 units sold, according to data compiled by Cox Automotive. Now, the Swedish marque has introduced a new Black Edition that could appeal to buyers drawn to murdered-out styling. This Black Edition is finished in Onyx Black across virtually the entire exterior, including the front Volvo badge and rear script, which are typically finished in chrome. It

Volvo is immensely proud of the electric crossover it will reveal later this month, and it has every right to be. The Swedish automaker has announced that the upcoming EX60 offers a best-in-class range of 810 kilometers, or 503 miles. That's better than the all-new BMW iX3 (500 miles), the latest Mercedes-Benz GLC with EQ Technology (443 miles), and the longest-range Tesla Model Y (400 miles). Granted, Volvo's figures are calculated on the less stringent WLTP cycle, meaning we can expect slightl

Volvo has just reported its annual sales for 2025 in the United States. It was a mixed bag for the Swedish brand last year, with overall sales declining by 2.9% to 121,607 vehicles. Electrified vehicle sales were down significantly, yet EVs alone increased. However, the vehicle with perhaps the most impressive achievement of the year is the XC90 three-row crossover. Despite the second-generation model having been in production for over a decade, the XC90 achieved the nameplate’s best annual sale

A Defining Design Some design elements are made out of necessity and are taken up by the cultural zeitgeist after years and years of consistency. Think about BMW's Kidney Grille, or Porsche's bug-eyed, low-hood, rear-engined layout, or whatever's tickling the fancy of the current designers of (insert-Chinese-brand here). Speaking of, Geely may own Volvo, but being almost a century old, it has a lot of history to draw on. That, and nobody else seems to be giving a nod to Norse Mythology in the i

One of the Volkswagen Group’s most widely used engines is at the center of a new class action lawsuit in the United States. VW and Audi have been sued because the 2.0-liter four-cylinder turbo mill, codenamed EA888, allegedly uses too much oil due to defective piston rings. Plaintiffs claim the vehicles have lost value because of this. Some of the company’s most popular vehicles use the EA888 engine, including the VW Tiguan (over 78,000 units sold last year alone) and Audi Q5 crossovers, potenti

Atlas Has Proven Its Place in VW’s US Lineup Nearly ten years after it first rolled off the line, the Volkswagen Atlas has quietly hit a milestone that says a lot about its place in the US market. One million units have now come out of the Chattanooga, Tennessee plant – not because of any one big sales year, but thanks to consistent demand year after year. The Atlas has become one of Volkswagen’s most important models in the US, now second only to the Tiguan in sales. In 2025, VW sold 71,044 Atl

Not Pulling Punches Volkswagen's current CEO, Thomas Schäfer, is well aware of the problems and missteps the company has made over the years. Customers bemoaned the initial ID electric models, critics slammed the cars, and ergonomics and user experience took several steps back. Ever since he took the post in 2022, Schäfer has acknowledged most, if not all, of Volkswagen's shortcomings that have led up to this point. Speaking to Auto Express and other members of the European motoring press, the C