This is an important technology that contributes to Volvo Cars' ambition to continuously improve its customers' cars, but also to consolidate its position as one of the industry leaders in wireless over-the-air software updates. The ability to receive wireless (over-the-air) updates, originally launched on Volvo Cars' all-electric models, is now available on the XC90, S60 and V60. This means that the company's model range as a whole can now receive a wireless (over-the-air) update of the entire car's operating system. Something that will be gradually implemented in all countries, including Cyprus, in the coming months.
Volvo owners will receive an update of their car's infotainment system with the latest version of Android Automotive OS, Android™ 11. They will also gain access to new categories of apps on Google Play, including for navigation, charging and parking, with video streaming expected to be added later in the year. In addition, the latest wireless (over-the-air) update brings upgrades to features ranging from better energy management through improvements to the cab pre-cooling function to the functionality of the Volvo Cars mobile app and in-car apps.
The energy management improvements relate to the battery cooling/heating system in pure electric vehicles and enhance autonomy during both cold and hot days. Improved charging times are achieved, for example, by preheating the battery. Also, while charging all-electric models, the Volvo Cars app receives more frequent updates from the car on the charge rate.
The latest wireless (over-the-air) update is the company's eighth comprehensive wireless model update and will reach 190,000 Volvo cars worldwide. Through in-house software development and over-the-air updates, Volvo Cars is constantly adding new features and improving existing functionality.
Since the beginning of last year, Volvo Cars has been offering over-the-air updates on a regular basis in the majority of its markets. The company expects the number of cars covered by these updates to increase with each new update.
Volvo Cars' infotainment system was developed in collaboration with Google and offers Volvo customers a user-friendly interface, unparalleled connectivity and access to widespread applications and services.
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