Volvo PH launches country’s first Twin Engine Plug-in Hybrids

Volvo Cars recently launched the country’s first T8 Twin Engine Plug-in Hybrid. The range consists of the stately Volvo S90 sedan, the dynamic Volvo XC60 SUV, and its larger sibling, the Volvo XC90 SUV.

The official introduction of these plug-in electric vehicles (PHEV) were staged along with a sustainable mobility forum entitled The Future of Electric. The local event served as a platform for sustainable mobility discussions featuring speakers from the environment and transportation sectors. It also tackled one of Volvo Cars’ global plans – the aim to generate 50 percent of global sales from fully electric cars by 2025. This goal would result in a 50 percent reduction in tailpipe carbon emissions per car between 2018 and 2025. Organized in cooperation with Partnership for Clean Air, a multi-sector network that promotes air quality management, this forum has provided an opportunity to train the spotlight on climate issues and cars.

Volvo’s Plug-in Hybrid cars deliver a no-compromise combination of plug-in battery electric power and an efficient petrol engine that provides low to zero tailpipe emissions. The additional electric motor supports the combustion engine for low CO2 emissions, and when driven in Pure electric mode, it can allow people to commute with zero tailpipe emissions.

It also delivers excellent flexibility with three drive modes to choose from. Volvo drivers can glide through their day with zero tailpipe fuel consumption in Pure electric mode, zoom through it in Power mode, or maximize efficiency and range with Hybrid mode.

Combined electric and petrol power gives effortless performance and a smooth, refined drive in all conditions. The large battery gives an electric-only range of around 40–50 km and can easily be charged at home or at a charging station. It’s also charged during driving every time you brake or slow down.

The exceptional range of powerful yet environmentally-friendly cars invite buyers to recharge for a better drive and the vision of a climate neutral future.