Volvo’s Final Diesel Car is Bound for a Museum

Volvo’s Last Diesel Car Is Headed Straight To A Museum

Volvo has officially stopped producing cars with diesel engines, a significant step in the company’s transition to electric-only sales. The last diesel car, an XC90 SUV, was completed at the Torslanda factory in Sweden and will be displayed at a Volvo museum in Gothenburg, where the automaker is based.

To mark the occasion, Volvo is gearing up to release two new electric models in the U.S. this year: the EX30 compact SUV and the larger EX90. While some automakers have adjusted their electric goals due to a slowdown in EV demand, Volvo remains committed to its electric transition by 2030. The shift away from diesel vehicles is a response to global environmental regulations and increasing consumer interest in Electric cars.

In Europe, where Volvo primarily sold diesel cars in 2019, the majority of sales now come from hybrid and fully Electric vehicles. The company’s EV sales have seen a 70% increase, paving the way for Volvo to become an all-electric carmaker by 2030 and achieve net-zero emissions by 2040.

In the U.S., Volvo’s electric plans include the launch of the EX30 compact SUV, priced at around $35,000, and the EX90, offering an electric version of the popular XC90 midsize SUV. Dodge has also shifted its focus to electric cars and more fuel-efficient engines, signaling a broader trend in the auto industry.

These milestones demonstrate the ongoing transition to zero-emission vehicles, driven by stricter environmental regulations and growing consumer demand for EVs. As Volvo and other automakers continue to embrace electrification, the future of the automotive industry is undoubtedly electric.