Focused on ensuring that in 2025 half of its sales correspond to electrified models, Volvo is preparing to unveil the first 100% electric model in its history, after having already revealed plug-in hybrid versions of several models. from its range like the XC40, S60 and S90 (just to name a few).
With the public presentation of the XC40 electric scheduled for October 16th, Volvo decided to release several teasers where it shows us the “skeleton” of its first electric model, developed based on the CMA platform.
security above all
To ensure the promise that the electric XC40 will be “one of the safest models on the road”, the Swedish brand has spared no effort. For starters, it redesigned and reinforced the front frame (the absence of a combustion engine forced this) and reinforced the rear frame.
Malin Ekholm, Volvo Cars Safety DirectorNo matter what type of powertrain it includes, a Volvo has to be safe. The electric XC40 will be one of the safest cars we've ever built.
Then, to ensure that the batteries remain intact in the event of an impact, Volvo developed a new structure to protect them, creating an aluminum safety cage that was built into the car's frame.
The placement of the battery on the floor of the XC40 allowed the center of gravity to be lowered and the risk of overturning reduced.
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In addition to this, to obtain a better distribution of forces in the event of a collision, Volvo has also integrated the electric motor in the structure.
So far, that's all we can see of Volvo's first electric car.
Finally, the electric XC40 will debut the new Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) platform, which has a set of radars, cameras and ultrasonic sensors and is even prepared to receive additional developments that will serve as a basis for the introduction of autonomous driving technology .
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