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Sweden’s Handmade Inline-16: Four Volvos Forge an 8.1L Monster
technology22 days ago

Sweden’s Handmade Inline-16: Four Volvos Forge an 8.1L Monster

A Swedish hobbyist, Pelle Söderström, built an 8.1-liter inline-16 engine dubbed Herkules 1934 by wiring four Volvo B20 blocks into one crank-driven unit. With a two-meter-long crank, the design is limited to about 3,000 rpm to protect the drivetrain, delivering roughly 264 hp and 500 lb-ft of torque at 2,800 rpm. The project reportedly required around 13,000 hours and is supported by a workshop manual (in Swedish, with English translation). Videos showcase a loud, industrial-sounding start-up rather than a refined exotic note.

via Jalopnik|
#engine-building#hercules-1934#inline-16
US blocks Polestar's new-car sales under Chinese-ownership rule
technology25 days ago

US blocks Polestar's new-car sales under Chinese-ownership rule

Polestar will not be allowed to sell model year 2027+ vehicles in the US after the BIS declined to authorize sales under the Connected Vehicle Rule, which bans vehicles with a nexus to China or Russia. Volvo—also Geely-owned—was granted authorization, underlining that corporate structure and software sourcing, not assembly location, drive the decision. Polestar will continue selling existing stock and servicing current owners, while pivoting toward Europe and other growth markets (Europe accounts for the bulk of its sales). The ruling sets a precedent that Chinese ownership can restrict entry to the US market, with potential implications for other automakers and US policy.

via Electrek|
#connected-vehicle-rule#geely#polestar
Volvo’s EX60 electrifies with megacasting, AI, and moose‑proof safety
technology2 months ago

Volvo’s EX60 electrifies with megacasting, AI, and moose‑proof safety

Volvo unveils the all‑electric EX60 on the SPA3 platform with roughly 400 miles of range, 800V charging, and a structural battery that integrates cells into the floor. The car uses megacasting to replace more than 100 rear-floor parts, aided by two 6,000‑ton machines, and features HuginCore software with Google Gemini AI and OTA updates, plus one‑pedal driving. Pricing starts at about $59,795 for the P6 Plus and climbs to $68,745 for the P10 Ultra, with a P12 variant planned. Volvo also highlights moose‑proof safety testing and a minimalist interior.

via Ars Technica|
#cell-to-body#ex60#megacasting
Geely Builds a U.S. Footprint Through Volvo, Polestar, and Zeekr
business2 months ago

Geely Builds a U.S. Footprint Through Volvo, Polestar, and Zeekr

Geely Holding is quietly building a U.S. foothold by owning stakes in Volvo Cars, Polestar, and Lotus, plus its Zeekr/Lynk & Co brands, gaining dealer-network access and potential U.S. production. Volvo’s Charleston, SC plant could expand, with XC60 hybrid adding about 45k units/year and Volvo aiming for roughly 200k U.S. sales, with a large portion produced locally. Zeekr is seen as the best candidate to lead a U.S. entry, aided by Waymo’s use of Zeekr tech, while bipartisan opposition to Chinese automakers persists; other Chinese players like BYD and CATL are expanding in the U.S. The takeaway: Geely’s U.S. strategy hinges on networks, platforms, and potential local manufacturing.

via CNBC|
#business#geely#polestar
Volvo pulls EX30 from the U.S. lineup as focus shifts to bigger EVs
business4 months ago

Volvo pulls EX30 from the U.S. lineup as focus shifts to bigger EVs

Volvo has canceled the EX30 for the U.S. market and will stop selling the EX30 and EX30 Cross Country after the 2026 model year, citing a combination of tariff-driven price pressure, a late-quality/price misalignment (roughly $50k), and reliability/software issues; production moved to Europe helped the decision. Volvo says it will continue electrification with upcoming models like the EX90 and EX60, signaling a shift away from this small urban EV despite ongoing demand for EVs overall.

via InsideEVs|
#business#ev#ex30
Geely’s US car push hits cybersecurity gate
transportation5 months ago

Geely’s US car push hits cybersecurity gate

Geely, which controls Volvo, plans to build cars in the U.S. via Volvo’s South Carolina plant, but a new Commerce Department rule requires that all software and connectivity tech be free of Chinese control. Software for model years 2027+ must be certified, with per-model/year authorizations, and hardware bans begin for 2030; no waivers have been issued yet. Volvo may help navigate approvals, but Geely would need to prove software origin and data governance for every model/year before selling in America.

via theverge.com|
#autonomous-driving#commerce-department#cybersecurity
The Hidden Yamaha Power Behind Six Surprising Performance Cars
technology5 months ago

The Hidden Yamaha Power Behind Six Surprising Performance Cars

Yamaha quietly powered a surprising roster of production cars—Lexus LFA’s 1LR-GUE V10 with real-time acoustic calibration; Volvo XC90 and S80 V8s with a compact 60-degree Yamaha-built V8 and a balance shaft; Ford Taurus SHO with Yamaha-built heads and related V6/V8 developments; Noble M600’s 4.4L twin-turbo V8; and Toyota’s early 2000GT collaboration—showing Yamaha’s influence on performance and packaging across brands.

via Jalopnik|
#engines#lexus-lfa#technology
Volvo’s Dual-Redundancy Door Handles Promise Exit, Even If the Battery Dies
technology5 months ago

Volvo’s Dual-Redundancy Door Handles Promise Exit, Even If the Battery Dies

Volvo’s EX60 uses shark-fin exterior door handles with an integrated electronic release and a mechanical backup in the same motion, paired with two DC-DC converters so the 12-volt system stays powered for emergency operations even after a crash. The design ensures doors can be opened electrically or mechanically as needed, addressing ongoing safety concerns about power-door handles and highlighting Volvo’s emphasis on redundancy for safe exits.

via InsideEVs|
#door-handles#ev-safety#ex60
Volvo EX60 Cross Country Adds Factory-Adjustable Air Suspension
technology5 months ago

Volvo EX60 Cross Country Adds Factory-Adjustable Air Suspension

Volvo’s 2028 EX60 Cross Country introduces factory-adjustable air suspension that raises the ride height by 20 mm (up to 40 mm with a button) and can lower at highway speeds for efficiency—a feature Rivian R2 and Tesla Model Y don’t offer. It packs a dual-motor 503 hp powertrain (524 lb-ft), 0–60 mph in 4.5 seconds, and about 300 miles of range from a 91 kWh usable battery (P10 AWD), with DC fast charging up to 370 kW (10–80% in ~18 minutes). EU versions use CCS2, US models use NACS. The Cross Country adds rugged styling, stainless skid plates, a Frost Green finish, and exclusive 21-inch wheels; U.S. deliveries are planned for summer 2027 as a 2028 model, while Europe is already taking pre-orders. Base EX60 starts around $60k; Cross Country pricing hasn’t been disclosed.

via InsideEVs|
#air-suspension#ex60-cross-country#rivian-r2
Volvo EX60 Debuts with 400-Mile Range, 370 kW Charging and a Multi-Adaptive Safety Belt
technology6 months ago

Volvo EX60 Debuts with 400-Mile Range, 370 kW Charging and a Multi-Adaptive Safety Belt

Volvo launches the EX60, a SPA3-based electric crossover touted to end range anxiety with up to 400 miles of EPA range on a 117 kWh pack (P12 AWD) and 370 kW charging on an 800V system. It comes in P12 AWD, P10 AWD, and P6 RWD variants, features Nvidia Drive AGX Orin ADAS, Google Gemini AI in Android Automotive, OTA updates, and Volvo’s new multi-adaptive safety belt; expect deliveries this summer around a $60k starting point for well-equipped trims, positioning Volvo against the Model Y and European rivals.

via InsideEVs|
#charging#ev#ex60
Volvo's EX60 Advances EV Range With Tesla-Port Compatibility
technology6 months ago

Volvo's EX60 Advances EV Range With Tesla-Port Compatibility

Volvo unveils the EX60, its longest-range EV, built on the SPA3 platform with three battery options (80/91/112 kWh) delivering up to 400 miles of range. It offers a single-motor P6 (RWD) and dual-motor P10/P12 AWD variants, with 0–60 mph times from 5.7 to 3.8 seconds and up to 350–400 kW charging. A 10-minute top-up can add about 173 miles. The EX60 introduces a native NACS (Tesla) port for broad Supercharger access, with a Cross Country version featuring raised suspension. Built in Sweden, Europe orders are open now; U.S. deliveries begin late spring 2027, with Cross Country arriving in summer 2027.

via Motor1.com|
#ev#ex60#fast-charging