Raft of Volvo fashions get new options with software program replace
Volvo has rolled out its newest over-the-air software program replace to autos with Google built-in, bringing a spread of latest options and tweaks.
A spotlight of the carmaker’s model 2.9 OTA software program replace contains new options for Apple CarPlay. A variety of these functionalities have been additionally added to the Polestar 2 that additionally has Google built-in.
Telephone name data is now out there within the Apple CarPlay tile on the touchscreen infotainment system, digital instrument cluster, in addition to the head-up show. Telephone calls will also be dealt with utilizing the steering wheel buttons.
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“Now Taking part in” data, in addition to “Play/Pause” and “Subsequent/Earlier” buttons at the moment are out there within the Apple CarPlay tile on the central touchscreen.
Lastly, Apple Maps can now be displayed on the digital instrument cluster.
Different modifications which can be a part of this model 2.9 OTA software program replace embody the next:
- Switching between Pilot Help and Adaptive Cruise Management with the left steering wheel buttons
- Management settings to fold door mirrors when locking the automobile (selection will likely be linked to consumer profiles)
- Improved stability of the infotainment system
- Consumer profiles now accurately change to the at the moment used key
- Radio channel stays unchanged when beginning new drive cycle
- Drivetrain optimisation changes
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Volvo claims this explicit OTA replace will likely be despatched to over 650,000 autos globally with Google built-in.
The primary Volvo automobile to obtain Google built-in with over-the-air software program functionality was the all-electric XC40 Recharge SUV which arrived domestically in mid-2021.
This performance was later expanded to all its 2023 mannequin yr autos, together with the older XC90 giant SUV, S60 sedan, and V60 Cross Nation wagon.
As beforehand detailed, Volvo plans to change into an EV-only model by 2030, with its Australian line-up going all-electric by 2026.
