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The Volvo brand has always been ahead of its time in harnessing the power of electric powertrains, plug-in hybrid engine configurations, and other sustainable sources for top-tier luxury power output and design. However, what does the future have in store for such an innovative brand? Explore the future initiatives surrounding electric goals, emissions goals, and some concept models that correlate with these forward-thinking and ambitious statistics.

As Volvo continues to push towards its carbon-neutral goals, Frisco can get excited for all the electrified options coming out in the coming years. Volvo already has several body styles available as plug-in hybrids and one all-electric compact SUV. With all the public charging stations around Dallas popping up and an ever-expanding network growing throughout the country, an emissions-free commute is more accessible than ever. Look for the Recharge designation on all our Volvo plug-in hybrid and all-electric models.

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Get excited for the next phase of Volvo electrification with the announcement of their second electric vehicle (EV) to start production later this year. The new EV comes on the heels of the release of the Volvo XC40 Recharge, a small electric SUV with a range of just over 200-miles with its pure electric engine.

Volvo sets its sights on its aggressive goal of a 100-percent electric EV and hybrid line-up by 2025. They have been the most outspoken automaker about their plans for electrification and zero emissions.

Whether you're after a hybrid vehicle, a gasoline-powered car, a sedan, or an SUV, we invite you to our dealership to explore your options. As a proud Volvo dealer, we have a large inventory of vehicles made for all kinds of drivers. From small families to consumers who need extra interior space, and from those who want a performance-oriented Volvo to shoppers who want to save on fuel with a hybrid, our dealership provides a range of options for all. In 2021, the Volvo lineup is the most impressive yet…

Volvo has offered powerful and efficient hybrid options for several years, beginning with the 2013 V60 PHEV and evolving through the T8 powertrain on the S60, S90, XC60, XC90. In addition to improving fuel efficiency, the T8 engine generates an immense 400 horsepower and 472 pound-feet of torque and provides an all-electric range of 18-21 miles depending on vehicle weight. However, the Volvo XC40 was unfortunately excluded from the T8 powerplant. But that would turn out to be just fine, as Volvo chose its platform to launch the company's first-ever fully electric production model...

With a goal to become climate-neutral by 2040 via a push towards the electrification of the Volvo lineup, Volvo Cars has a stunningly ambitious climate plan. In fact, Volvo Cars was the first major automaker to commit to going all-in on electrification, and the lineup offers a plug-in hybrid variant of every model. Of course, shaking up the Volvo lineup isn't the only thing that our favorite automaker is doing during this leap. Volvo Cars also has a Green Finance Framework in place.

If you're ready for an auto brand that has fully committed to a greener future, then you should consider today's Volvo.

Just a few months ago, Volvo Cars revealed its groundbreaking plans to completely do away with gas-only vehicles by 2019, becoming the first established automotive company to do so. As a result, Volvo has recognition from the highest organization in the world: the United Nations.