Volvo has not sold a vehicle powered by rear-wheel drive since the 1990s, so it is a little nostalgic today to report that the brand is bringing it back in the format of an electric vehicle. Two existing electric vehicles, in fact – the XC40 and C40 Recharge. As part of a light refresh for the 2023 model year, Volvo is introducing two single-motor rear-wheel drive variants that … [Read more...] about Volvo Re-Introduces Rear-Wheel Drive To Its Lineup
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2024 Volvo EX90 Fully Revealed
Volvo has finally revealed the electric XC90 successor, the EX90. Volvos are known for having conservative designs, so the final product here is immediately recognizable as one of the Swedes. Volvo simply took a few details from the Recharge concept and grafted them onto the XC90 body. The XC90 has aged like fine wine since its debut in 2015, so that's good. The new front end … [Read more...] about 2024 Volvo EX90 Fully Revealed
It’s Official, The Volvo ‘EX90’ Will Debut in November
It's Official, The Volvo 'EX90' Will Debut in November: Up until now, all of the rumors pointed towards the electric Volvo XC90 successor receiving the name 'Embla'. The rumors were wrong, however, as the company has officially announced plans for the new model. To be called 'EX90', the three-row electric crossover still starts with the letter E, but ends with a profound suite … [Read more...] about It’s Official, The Volvo ‘EX90’ Will Debut in November
Next-Gen Volvo XC-90 Variant Leaked
Next-Gen Volvo XC-90 Variant Leaked: Today, Volvo has fallen victim to a leak similar to what Honda and others have been experiencing over the last few years – via patent design drawings. Not only have these images been uncovered (here), the trademark for "EXC-90" was also found by Motor1. Volvo promised us two things not too long ago, a refresh for the XC-90 and an … [Read more...] about Next-Gen Volvo XC-90 Variant Leaked
News Desk [May 4th, 2022]
News Desk Refreshed 2023 Kia Soul loses some of its soul. The Kia Soul has received a refresh for the 2023 model year that brings a new nose and updated interior tech, but the removal of the Turbo and X-Line models. The latter previously utilized Hyundai's commendable 1.6L turbo 4-cylinder, but apparently no one bought it, as it was the most expensive variant available. … [Read more...] about News Desk [May 4th, 2022]
2022 Volvo XC60 Recharge Review
The 2022 Volvo XC60 Recharge. Outside of EV startups like Tesla and Lucid, Volvo has arguably been moving towards a zero emissions future more rapidly than any other luxury car company. Yes, even though they have just one EV on sale currently with a second one on sale later this month. How can that be? It's all about Volvo's pragmatic march towards electrification which … [Read more...] about 2022 Volvo XC60 Recharge Review
News Desk [March 15th, 2022]
News Desk Mercedes-EQ invites journalists to take the new EQS SUV for a spin. So far, we have only been introduced to Mercedes-EQ's sedan/liftback offerings. Now, it's time for the SUVs to shine. Journalists recently got to take a spin in a heavily camouflaged EQS SUV. This model will be the production version of the Mercedes-Maybach EQS concept revealed last year. In … [Read more...] about News Desk [March 15th, 2022]
News Desk [March 10th, 2022]
News Desk Acura fully reveals the production 2023 Integra hatchback. Today Acura unveiled the production spec of the 2023 Integra hatchback. Looking just like the prototype, it sticks to its core mission of serving as a fancier Honda Civic. A 1.5L turbo 4-cylinder comes standard, as does a CVT transmission. The top of the line A-Spec can be optioned with a 6-speed manual, … [Read more...] about News Desk [March 10th, 2022]
News Desk [March 4th, 2022]
News Desk Honda to help Sony build those electric cars. Sony first showed the world their interest in entering the automotive industry with the Vision-S 01 concept in 2020. The all-electric sedan was later followed by the Vision-S 02 crossover last year, proving that the Japanese electronics giant was serious about designing and producing cars of their own. They claimed, … [Read more...] about News Desk [March 4th, 2022]
News Desk [February 28th, 2022]
News Desk [February 28th, 2022] Volvo preparing to unleash its onslaught of new EVs and PHEVs. Volvo has been ahead of the curve when it comes to electrifying its lineup. It all started way back in 2015 when the current XC90 T8 debuted with its PHEV powertrain. Now known as Recharge, each of the brand's models with that powertrain use the moniker. It looks like we should … [Read more...] about News Desk [February 28th, 2022]