Volvo EM90: The electric minivan that can do it all

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Minivans are not very popular among EV enthusiasts, but Volvo wants to change that with its new all-electric multi-purpose vehicle, the EM90. This versatile vehicle can work as a spacious family car, a mobile office, or a cozy camper. It has a modular interior design featuring noise cancellation, air purification, massage chairs, and bi-directional charging. It also has two 15.6-inch displays, one for the driver and one on the roof, that can turn the cabin into a cinema, lounge, workstation, or dining area.

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McDonald's Canada adds first-ever electric vehicle to distribution fleet

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McDonald's Canada is testing out using zero-tailpipe emission tractors for its distribution needs in the Montréal area. With its supply chain distribution partner, Martin Brower, McDonald's uses the new Volvo VNR Electric Class 8 tractor. These will pull McDonald's-branded trailers to deliver to local branches within a 150km range. The company will use the trial to evaluate the tractor's performance in different weather conditions.

Aside from the Montréal trial, there are plans to conduct the same test in Brampton later this year. It's part of the company's larger plan to transition to lower-emission vehicles (where feasible) for its supply chain fleet that serves over 1,400 restaurants in the country. Globally, McDonald's has committed to achieving net-zero emissions across its operations by 2050.

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TomTom selected by Volvo to provide maps, navigation and live traffic info

TomTom has been selected by Volvo Cars as the provider of location and navigation content and services for its new infotainment platform. From 2019, Volvo Cars’ customers across the globe*, across all carlines on the SPA and CMA platforms, will be able to enjoy an exceptional navigation experience powered by TomTom’s complete suite of components, both embedded and cloud based.

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Volvo renews commitment to hybrid and EV options

Known for safety, comfort and performance, Volvo is going to be synonymous with electric hybrid vehicles. The company is committed to hybrids and will include a plug-in option for each of its models going forward. The end game is a fully-electric car by 2019.

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