We’ve spoken before exactly how Volvo has ended up being a unusual tech leader, as well as it seems reluctant to provide up that mantle. Now, Volvo has provided a lot more details about exactly how it plans to go all-electric with a new variety of vehicles from 2030.
But it’s an extra piece of news that will have made Volvo’s dealerships scratch their heads: Volvo has declared that you will only be able to get its electric vehicles online. The goal is to make it basic as well as transparent with no-haggle pricing – as well as no requirement to go to a dealer.

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Of course, lots of Volvo dealerships have invested heavily in the brand as well as have done an extraordinary task of keeping sales to life while showrooms have been shut. So it’s no surprise Volvo is stating dealerships still have a function to play. “They will continue to be accountable for a range of crucial services,” states Volvo. That’s extremely type of it.
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Reading between the lines, it indicates that if you truly want to get a Volvo in your regional showroom you can do, however you’ll have to log on to Volvo’s web site to do the offer while you’re there. as well as if you want to do a test drive from house as well as have your vehicle provided to your house, it’ll be your regional Volvo dealership doing the legwork.
Volvo is wrapping this new effort up under the ‘Care by Volvo’ identify – previously utilized for the brand’s pricey-looking membership service. obviously your all-electric Volvo will include a bundle that includes servicing, warranty, roadside help as well as potentially insurance coverage as well as home-charging options. Whether you’ll be able to unpick that stays to be seen.
Citroen is likewise trying to convince a lot more clients to get on the internet by using clients five-year warranties if they get digitally (although I’m told some dealerships will likewise offer the exact same cover). These efforts are great, however let’s hope it doesn’t eliminate option from the car-buying journey. You must be able to get a vehicle precisely exactly how you want to – as well as if that indicates checking out your friendly regional dealer, so be it. 
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