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Volvo’s new EVs are attracting Ferrari-like wait times because they are ‘the right products’

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The EX30 is rolling out in Europe, Japan, and Brazil, with new markets coming soon. It will be available in a single-motor extended range and a motor performance model. Volvo is also launching its first luxury electric minivan, the EM90 , in China. Volvo’s EX90 will start at $76,695 in the US.

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Volvo EX30 boosts EV sales share in February to reach a new record at 22%

Baua Electric

The EX30 is already rolling out in Europe, Japan, and Brazil. It will be available in a single-motor extended range and twin-motor performance version. Meanwhile, Volvo’s first electric minivan, the EM90 , will begin rolling out in China. The main driver last month was its new EX30, according to Volvo. 0 to 60 mph sprint.

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Honda President Ito steps down, Takahiro Hachigo to replace him

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Honda Motor Co., Takanobu Ito, the current President, Chief Operating Officer and Representative Director, will remain on the board and assume the post of Director and Advisor to Honda Motor. Hachigo was in charge of developing the first-generation of the US-built Odyssey minivan, which was launched in 1999 primarily for the US market.

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KPMG survey finds global auto execs ranking fuel efficiency the top consumer priority

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With regard to investment in global growth markets, respondents predict increased investment in China (58%), India (50%), Brazil (41%) and Russia (33%). Honda ranked seventh, ahead of Ford, and Toyota ranked ninth just ahead of General Motors. US automaker gains in market share. Forecast for Mergers and Acquisitions.

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