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Dengan lebih 2.7 juta unit terjual di seluruh dunia, Volvo XC60 kini secara rasmi telah mengatasi model ikonik Volvo 240 sebagai kereta Volvo paling laris dalam sejarah.

Sejak diperkenalkan pada tahun 2008, SUV bersaiz sederhana ini terus menjadi pilihan utama ramai pelanggan – terutamanya mereka yang mementingkan keselamatan, kualiti, dan pengalaman pemanduan premium. Pada mulanya hanya dihasilkan di Eropah, XC60 kemudian menjadi model Volvo global pertama yang turut dikeluarkan di China bagi menyokong pasaran tempatan. Ia juga pernah dinobatkan sebagai World Car of the Year pada tahun 2018.

Generasi terkini XC60 memperkenalkan sistem plug-in hybrid, khusus untuk pelbagai jenis pelanggan, dan merupakan plug-in hybrid paling laris di Eropah tahun lalu.

“Ketika membesar di Sweden pada era 1980-an, Volvo 240 merupakan kereta keluarga yang ikonik – hampir setiap rumah memilikinya,” kata Susanne Hägglund, Ketua Global Offer di Volvo Cars. “Hari ini, XC60 mengambil alih peranan itu – bukan sekadar sebagai pilihan keluarga, tetapi juga sebagai model paling berjaya dalam sejarah kami.”

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Volvo Cars has marked a major milestone as the XC60 officially becomes the brand’s all-time best-selling model, with over 2.7 million units sold globally. This achievement sees the premium mid-size SUV overtaking the iconic Volvo 240, which had long been regarded as the brand’s most beloved and recognisable vehicle.

First introduced in 2008, the XC60 quickly resonated with drivers looking for a safe, stylish, and versatile SUV. It combined Volvo’s reputation for safety with a more modern design and premium features, appealing to families and individuals alike. Originally manufactured in Europe, the XC60 later expanded its production footprint to include China, where it supported growing local demand. Its global popularity was further cemented when it won the coveted World Car of the Year award in 2018.

The current generation of the XC60 also helped accelerate Volvo’s electrification ambitions, bringing plug-in hybrid technology to a wider audience. It became Europe’s best-selling plug-in hybrid last year, making it not only a symbol of the brand’s past success but also a key part of its sustainable future.

Susanne Hägglund, head of Global Offer at Volvo Cars, highlighted the XC60’s transformation into a new-era classic. Reflecting on the Volvo 240’s iconic status in 1980s Sweden, she noted how the XC60 has now assumed that family-favourite role, becoming a mainstay in driveways around the world and cementing its legacy as Volvo’s top-seller.

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Volvo Cars sekali lagi membuktikan kedudukannya sebagai peneraju keselamatan automotif dunia dengan memperkenalkan satu inovasi terbaharu dalam teknologi perlindungan penumpang. Pada tahun 2026, Volvo bakal melancarkan tali pinggang keselamatan multi-adaptive pertama di dunia menerusi model elektrik sepenuhnya, Volvo EX60. Teknologi ini bukan sahaja menandakan kemajuan besar dalam sistem keselamatan, malah membawa evolusi ketara kepada rekaan asal tali pinggang keselamatan tiga mata yang diperkenalkan oleh Volvo pada tahun 1959.

Reka bentuk baharu ini dibangunkan untuk menangani kepelbagaian jenis badan manusia serta ketidakpastian dalam situasi kemalangan dunia sebenar. Ia berfungsi secara pintar dengan bertindak balas secara dinamik terhadap ciri fizikal penumpang dan keadaan khusus setiap pelanggaran. Dengan bantuan sistem penderia dalaman dan luaran yang canggih, sistem ini mampu melaras ketegangan tali pinggang berdasarkan ketinggian, berat, bentuk badan, postur tempat duduk, serta sudut dan tahap keterukan pelanggaran.

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Volvo Cars has unveiled a groundbreaking advancement in occupant protection technology with the debut of its multi-adaptive safety belt, set to launch in the fully electric Volvo EX60 in 2026. This new safety system is designed to provide tailored protection for vehicle occupants by using real-time data from the car’s sophisticated sensor array, marking a major evolution of the original three-point safety belt first introduced by Volvo in 1959.

Developed to address the diversity of human body types and the unpredictability of real-world collisions, the multi-adaptive safety belt responds dynamically to both individual occupant characteristics and the specifics of each crash scenario. Drawing input from both internal and external sensors, the system calibrates belt tension to suit variables such as a person’s height, weight, body shape, and seating posture, as well as the angle and severity of a collision.

The innovation lies in the belt’s expanded use of load-limiting profiles, increasing the options from three to eleven. This significant leap enables the restraint system to apply a more precise level of force during an accident, balancing the need for secure restraint against the risk of injury from the belt itself. For example, in a serious collision involving a larger occupant, the system may apply a higher load threshold to reduce the chance of head trauma. Conversely, a smaller individual in a lower-impact crash would benefit from a lower load setting to reduce the likelihood of rib fractures.

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Pendaftaran kini dibuka untuk Volvo Padel Open – kejohanan padel terbesar di Malaysia – yang akan berlangsung dari 21 Jun hingga 27 Julai 2025.

Bekerjasama dengan tiga kelab padel terkemuka di Lembah Klang – Joy Division Padel, Padelground dan PadelKu – kejohanan tahun ini akan memberi peluang kepada sehingga 320 peserta untuk memenangi hadiah wang tunai, barangan eksklusif, waktu sewaan gelanggang, serta pengalaman tujuh hari penuh bersama kenderaan Volvo elektrik sepenuhnya. Jumlah keseluruhan hadiah melebihi RM180,000.

Acara Utama Tarikh
Pendaftaran 3 June – 3 July 2025
Penilaian Pemain 21 June – 6 July 2025
Klinik Latihan 12-13 July 2025
Pusingan Kelayakan (Beginner) 19 July 2025
Pusingan Kelayakan (Intermediate & Advanced) 26 July 2025
Peringkat Akhir (Semua kategori) 27 July 2025

Untuk menyertai Volvo Padel Open, peserta hanya perlu membayar yuran sekali sahaja sebanyak RM160 seorang, atau RM320 setiap pasukan. Pemilik kenderaan Volvo menikmati potongan 50% untuk penyertaan setiap individu.

Tahun ini, Volvo Padel Open menawarkan tiga kategori utama – Beginner, Intermediate dan Advanced – bagi mengiktiraf peningkatan tahap kemahiran peminat padel sejak kejohanan tahun lalu, di samping membuka ruang kepada pemain rekreasi baharu untuk mencuba aksi kompetitif.

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The Volvo Padel Open is set to return in 2025 with its most ambitious edition yet, promising a larger prize pool, expanded competition categories, and enhanced participant experience. The tournament, recognised as the largest of its kind in Malaysia, will run from 21 June to 27 July 2025, with registration now officially open.

Organised in collaboration with three prominent padel venues in the Klang Valley – Joy Division Padel, Padelground, and PadelKu – this year’s tournament will accommodate up to 320 players. Competitors will vie for a share of prizes exceeding RM180,000 in value, including cash, merchandise, complimentary court hours, and an exclusive week-long experience in a fully-electric Volvo vehicle.

The registration window closes on 3 July 2025, with a one-off entry fee of RM160 per person or RM320 per team. In a show of appreciation to its customers, Volvo is offering a 50% discount on individual registration fees for Volvo vehicle owners.

Acknowledging the rising calibre of local players, the 2025 edition introduces three refined competition categories – Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced – aimed at accommodating both seasoned competitors and those new to the sport. The Beginner category will now feature an “americano” format during the qualifying rounds, enabling individual players to partner with multiple teammates in a rotation system. Points are earned through each match, and the top 16 male and female scorers will move on to the semifinals, which are divided into men’s and women’s divisions.

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Volvo Car Malaysia sekali lagi menerajui penganjuran sukan padel di negara ini menerusi Volvo Padel Open 2025, yang kembali dengan format pertandingan lebih menarik, penambahan kategori baharu, serta tumpuan khusus kepada pemain-pemain baharu. Kejohanan ini merupakan sebahagian daripada usaha berterusan Volvo dalam menyokong pertumbuhan komuniti padel tempatan yang semakin aktif dan dinamik.

Sebagai kejohanan padel terbesar di Malaysia, Volvo Padel Open 2025 akan berlangsung pada setiap hujung minggu dari 21 Jun hingga 27 Julai 2025, dengan sasaran sehingga 320 penyertaan. Kejohanan ini terbuka kepada pelbagai peringkat kemahiran — daripada mereka yang baru mula berjinak-jinak dengan padel, hinggalah ke pemain berpengalaman yang telah menyertai kejohanan serantau.

Pengarah Operasi Pemasaran & Perhubungan Awam Volvo Car Malaysia, Patricia Yaw berkata: “Volvo telah menjadi sinonim dengan sukan padel di Malaysia. Volvo Padel Open bukan sekadar kejohanan; ia adalah manifestasi nilai-nilai teras kami — keterangkuman sosial, semangat komuniti, inovasi dan teknologi. Kami berbangga untuk terus menjadi pemacu utama dalam pembangunan sukan ini.”

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Volvo Car Malaysia has officially announced the return of the Volvo Padel Open for 2025, introducing enhanced match formats, expanded categories, and a stronger focus on emerging players. The event aims to further cultivate Malaysia’s rapidly growing padel community and solidify its standing as the nation’s largest padel tournament.

Running every weekend from 21 June until the grand finals on 27 July, the tournament is expected to draw as many as 320 participants, ranging from new players just entering the sport to seasoned enthusiasts who have competed in regional circuits.

This year’s edition is a significant evolution of the inaugural tournament, reflecting Volvo’s continued support for padel as a socially engaging and fast-paced sport. The brand sees padel as a natural extension of its values—community, innovation, inclusivity, and wellness.

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The newly launched all-electric Volvo EX90 has secured one of the automotive industry’s most prestigious accolades — the title of World Luxury Car of the Year 2024. The award, announced ahead of the New York International Auto Show, underscores Volvo’s leadership in combining premium design, sustainable innovation, and safety-focused technology in a singular package.

Chosen by a panel of 96 respected motoring journalists from 30 countries, the EX90 was praised for its refined Scandinavian aesthetics, cutting-edge electric performance, and groundbreaking safety systems. The recognition affirms the EX90’s status as the most advanced and safest vehicle Volvo has ever produced.

At the heart of this innovation lies Volvo Cars’ proprietary Superset technology stack, developed entirely in-house. The vehicle functions as a “computer on wheels,” utilising NVIDIA DRIVE AI platforms to power every aspect of its performance — from infotainment and safety functions to advanced driver assistance systems. This architecture allows for continuous improvement through over-the-air updates, making the EX90 more capable over time.

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Baru sahaja dilancarkan di Malaysia, Volvo EX90 serba baharu dan sepenuhnya elektrik telah mencapai pencapaian luar biasa — dinobatkan sebagai World Luxury Car of the Year 2024.

Pengiktirafan berprestij ini diumumkan menjelang New York International Auto Show, dengan juri World Car Awards — terdiri daripada 96 wartawan automotif terkemuka dari 30 negara — memuji gabungan mewah Skandinavia yang diperhalusi, prestasi elektrik sepenuhnya yang bertenaga, serta inovasi keselamatan bertaraf dunia yang dimiliki EX90.

Anugerah ini turut mengukuhkan lagi kedudukan EX90 sebagai kereta Volvo paling canggih dari segi teknologi dan paling selamat pernah dihasilkan. Direka sebagai sebuah “komputer atas roda”, EX90 menawarkan pengalaman pemanduan yang lancar dan sentiasa bertambah baik melalui kemas kini perisian over-the-air, sensor pintar, serta sistem keselamatan generasi baharu yang berpaksikan data masa nyata.

Dibina berasaskan Superset tech stack yang dibangunkan oleh Volvo Cars sendiri dan dikuasakan oleh platform NVIDIA DRIVE AI, sistem pengkomputeran utama EX90 mengendalikan setiap aspek kenderaan — daripada infotainmen dan ciri keselamatan hinggalah bantuan pemanduan lanjutan.

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