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The technology, which will debut in the EX60 midsize electric SUV, was co-patented by Volvo and German supplier ZF.
BYD simultaneously debuted the Dolphin Surf in Berlin and Rome on May 21.
The Dolphin Surf, a longer version of the Seagull, China’s best-selling EV in April, will increase BYD’s portfolio in Europe to eight full-electric cars.
The Clio ended the Dacia Sandero's three-month streak as Europe's bestselling car. The VW Tiguan was No. 3, while the Toyota Yaris Cross got a big sales boost.
Tests by Stellantis and Mercedes bring solid-state battery technology closer to commercial introduction for global automakers.
Volvo says the newest member of its lineup has an electric-only range of 200 km (124 miles).
Hakan Samuelsson says the new model is likely to be an SUV, but he will meet with U.S. dealers to get feedback before Volvo makes a final decision.
Hakan Samuelsson’s comments, which coincided with President Donald Trump’s tariffs, emphasized that Volvo needs to adapt faster than the competition.
On day one of his second term as the automaker’s CEO, Samuelsson’s focus is on increasing Geely synergies and controlling costs.
Samuelsson, who steered Volvo to record sales and profits during his decade as CEO, replaces Jim Rowan on a two-year term starting April 1.
