Volvo C40 Recharge Achieves Five-Star Euro NCAP Rating
Volvo's Success in Euro NCAP Testing
The Volvo C40 Recharge, a fully electric vehicle, has earned a five-star rating for safety from the European New Car Assessment Programme (Euro NCAP) for 2022. This places it among the safest cars on the roads, alongside its fellow models from Volvo's lineup.
C40 Recharge's Performance in Safety Tests
This rating continues Volvo's impressive track record in Euro NCAP testing, with all tested and available Volvo models now boasting a five-star rating.
New Safety Technologies
The C40 Recharge achieved high scores due to:
- New passenger safety systems and driver assistance features during driving.
- Comprehensive standard safety offerings that are among the best in its class.
- A range of technologies designed to help drivers stay alert to and avoid collisions.
- Technologies that assist drivers in maintaining their lanes and staying on course.
Statements from Volvo Officials
On this occasion, Malin Ekholm, Head of the Volvo Cars Safety Centre, stated: "We continuously strive to lead in safety, driven by our commitment to the safety standards we have integrated into all our cars over the years. No matter which Volvo model you choose, you will be driving one of the safest cars on the market."
Volvo's Future Plans
The C40 Recharge was launched in 2021 and is the second fully electric model from Volvo. The company has ambitious plans to introduce a complete range of pure electric vehicles in the coming years. Volvo aims for 50% of its global sales to come from fully electric cars, alongside hybrid models, by 2025, with plans for all sales to be fully electric by 2030. The company is also working to introduce new safety standards across all Volvo models, as part of its goal to become a leader in safety.
