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Volvo enters autonomous driving market via company acquisition

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Volvo has acquired Zenseact, an autonomous driving hardware and software supplier. Now Volvo hopes to try its hand, buying out autonomous driving software and hardware supplier Zenseact. Details regarding how much Volvo paid for the shares have not been disclosed. Zenseact is now a 100% subsidiary of Volvo Cars.

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Amazon begins buying electric semis from Volvo Trucks

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Amazon has announced that it will purchase 20 electric semi-trucks from Volvo Trucks to be used in its German delivery network. Volvo Trucks has been producing electric semis since 2019, and they are continuing to expand their sales by now selling 20 electric semi-trucks to Amazon for use in Germany.

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What Kind of Cars Do Women Actually Want?

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These women also decided that the Volvo EX30 was the “Best Family Car,” the BMW 5 Series served as the “Best Large Car”, and that the Volkswagen Amarok ended up being the “Best 4x4 or Pick-up.” However, assuming their purchasing trends have remained consistent since roughly 2018, there are a few obvious takeaways. Honda Civic).

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Tesla Sets the Charge: Universal EV Standards in the Making

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Mercedes-Benz, Mini, Nissan, and Polestar/Volvo: These manufacturers plan to introduce NACS in 2025, along with adapters for current models. This change is poised to enhance the attractiveness of EVs and could influence consumer purchase decisions. Kia and Lucid will provide adapters for older models.

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These Are the 10 Least Reliable Car Brands, Says J.D. Power

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It serves as a vital tool for consumers who value reliability in their vehicle purchasing decisions and for automakers striving to improve their products' performance. This article was co-written using AI and was then heavily edited and optimized by our editorial team. Power's Role in Automotive Insights J.D.

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What Kind of Cars Do Women Actually Want?

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These women also decided that the Volvo EX30 was the “Best Family Car,” the BMW 5 Series served as the “Best Large Car”, and that the Volkswagen Amarok ended up being the “Best 4x4 or Pick-up.” However, assuming their purchasing trends have remained consistent since roughly 2018, there are a few obvious takeaways. Honda Civic).

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How to make heavy-duty electric trucks work in practice

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Fleets tested Volvo VNR Electric Class 8 tractors for three years: Here’s what they learned. Volvo Trucks (now a separate entity from the carmaker Volvo owned by China’s Geely) knew several years ago it wanted to get into the electric truck business. Rising fuel-economy standards during the 2020s will do the same.

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