Volvo's Connected Safety System Expands to Three Electric Models

Hazards detected by sensors and cameras will be instantly relayed to other cars traveling the same route. The automaker announced the system will be available on the EX90, ES90 and EX60 models. Unlike Google Maps or Waze, the new system does not rely on manual user reports.

Instead, connected Volvo vehicles use their sensors and cameras to detect potential hazards in the area and share that information directly with other cars. Data from Volvo's connected fleet in Europe, the US and Canada forms the foundation of the system. When a Volvo detects a risk on the road, its location is automatically transmitted to servers, and real-time alerts are sent to other vehicles on the same route.

Cloud connectivity and a map database play a central role in making this process work, allowing a hazard encountered by one car to reach another Volvo driver who will soon use the same road. The connected safety system provides drivers with instant notifications in four main categories: large animals, vulnerable road users such as pedestrians or cyclists, roadworks, and traffic accidents. Volvo says it has reached 1 million vehicles equipped with this technology on the road network.

The manufacturer is also expanding the system's reach by sharing collected data with traffic management centers and other car brands. Volvo also announced it will introduce another feature for the EX90. Drivers using Apple CarPlay will be able to enjoy spatial audio support, which provides a multidimensional sound experience inside the cabin.