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Volvo brought us out to London for an early look at the road ahead for the brand. Volvo is updating both the XC40 and the fully electric EX40 with new looks and meaningful updates that keep them fresh and relevant in today’s chaotic global EV landscape.

Disclaimer: Volvo paid for the author’s travel and accommodations to attend this event.

Right out of the gate, the pair get updated looks, with the grille on the XC40 setting it apart from the smooth grille on the EX40, but the most exciting part of the update is what’s happening underneath the floor pan of the vehicle, where Volvo stashed the updated batteries.

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