UAE’s Al-Futtaim Group launches first Volvo electric car in the region

UAE’s Al-Futtaim Group launches first Volvo electric car in the region

Al-Futtaim’s Trading Enterprises, the official distributor of Volvo Cars in the UAE, has unveiled its first fully electric car to the Middle East, the XC40 BEV, a compact SUV designed for modern urban living. The new car was revealed at the recently-launched Volvo Studio, located in Dubai Festival Plaza, Jebel Ali. Increasing the use of sustainable materials is just one way the XC40 Recharge helps reduce its environmental impact. For example, the interior carpeting is made entirely from recycled plastic. Over 200,000km, an XC40 Recharge twin has a lower carbon impact than a petrol-powered XC40 T5, irrespective of the charging electricity mix (global, EU or wind). The battery has a nominal capacity of 78 kWh. A fully charged battery gives drivers a projected range of up to 418km in mixed driving before it needs a recharge. Oscar Rivoli, managing director of Trading Enterprises said, “The future of Volvo Cars is electric, and the launch of this model is the first in a dedication to a zero-emission future. We will continue to support and promote Volvo’s electrification strategy and its overarching commitment to sustainability by selling only electric vehicles by 2030.” “Al-Futtaim’s inherent customer-centric approach drives us to continuously diverse our