The Volvo C40 has great power and range
Why not make cars vegan?
Ok, but the Volvo C40 is a good looking car
Volvo C40 introduces a new kind of hypermiling: RangeAssistance
One-pedal drive
Driverassistancesystems
Run-off road mitigation operates at speeds between 65 kmph and 140 kmph. It helps prevent you from accidentally leaving the road. If you stray across the outer lane marking, it will help you steer the car back on the road.
Driving assist also helps with reversing out of parking. There’s also a Blind Spot Information System (BLIS) with steer assist. When a vehicle enters your blind spot or approaches rapidly, you’re alerted via a light in the left or right door mirror.
Infotainment keeps you connected
The Volvo C40 comes with a great infotainment system, jointly developed with Google and based on the Android operating system. Google Assist even turns on the seat warmers and Google Maps tells you where to find the next EV charging station.
However, there are a few downsides to the car. The car’s rear visibility isn’t great, as the rear window is quite small. Back seat passengers are basically sitting above the battery modules in stadium-style seating. If you’re tall, you might hit your head on the roof.
Are car salesrooms a thing of the past? The Volvo C40 is only available online — although buyers can place an order with a physical retailer if desired. The price starts at $59,845 USD with orders open for 2022.
Story byCate Lawrence
Cate Lawrence is an Australian tech journo living in Berlin. She focuses on all things mobility: ebikes, autonomous vehicles, VTOL, smart ci(show all)Cate Lawrence is an Australian tech journo living in Berlin. She focuses on all things mobility: ebikes, autonomous vehicles, VTOL, smart cities, and the future of alternative energy sources like electric batteries, solar, and hydrogen.
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