With the launch of its all-new, all-electric EX60, Volvo has put lessons learned from the EX30 and EX90 to use. The EX60 is built on Volvo’s new SPA3 platform, made only for battery-electric vehicles. It boasts up to 400 miles (643 km) of range, with fast-charging capabilities Volvo says add 173 miles (278 km) in 10 minutes. Mega casting reduces the number of parts of the rear floor from 100-plus to one piece crafted of aluminum alloy, reducing complexities and weld points.
Inside the cabin, however, the real achievement is Volvo’s new multi-adaptive safety belt. Volvo has a history with the modern three-point safety belt, which was perfected by in-house engineer Nils Bohlin in 1959 before the patent was shared with the world. Today at the Volvo Cars Safety Center lab, at least one brand-new Volvo is crashed every day in the name of science. The goal: to test not just how well its vehicles are protecting passengers but what the next frontier is in safety technology.
Senior Safety Technical Leader Mikael Ljung Aust is a driving behavior specialist with 20 years under his belt at Volvo. He says it’s easy to optimize testing toward one person or one test point and come up with a good result. However, both from the behavioral perspective and from physics, people are different. What’s not different, he points out, is how people drive.
It’s impressive to see how Volvo continues to innovate and prioritize safety after all these years. The commitment to improving such a crucial feature is commendable. It’s exciting to think about the advancements in vehicle safety that come from this dedication.
Absolutely! It’s fascinating how Volvo not only revolutionized the seat belt but also invests in educating others about safety advancements. Their commitment to sharing knowledge and fostering innovation in the automotive industry is truly commendable.
You’re right! It’s impressive how Volvo continues to prioritize safety and education. Their commitment to innovation not only enhances vehicle safety but also fosters a culture of continuous learning in the automotive industry.
Absolutely! It’s great to see a company like Volvo not only innovate in safety but also invest in educating others about it. Their emphasis on sharing knowledge can lead to broader advancements in vehicle safety across the industry.