News: Volvo build last diesel car!

Volvo builds its last diesel car as they shift their gears to Electric Vehicles.

Over the past decade, significant shifts have occurred in the UK car market. Diesel car registrations, which once accounted for nearly half of all new car sales in 2013, have drastically declined. By the end of 2023, diesel cars made up less than 4% of total sales. Given this trend, it's not surprising that Volvo has chosen to bid farewell to diesel altogether, with its final diesel car, the XC90, recently leaving the production line in Sweden. This decision follows the discontinuation of the last diesel V60 in February, aligning with Volvo's strategy to phase out estates and saloons and focus on SUVs.

This move away from diesel production is part of Volvo's larger vision to transition into an electric-only car manufacturer by 2030 and achieve climate neutrality by 2040. The company's commitment to sustainability is evident in its recent launch of the electric EX30, the most affordable Volvo SUV to date with an impressively small carbon footprint. Additionally, anticipation is building for the release of the all-electric EX90, with plans for more new electric models in the pipeline.

While Volvo is making waves with its sustainability initiatives, it's not alone in its departure from diesel. Several other manufacturers in the UK, including Fiat, Ford, Honda, Nissan, and Vauxhall, have also ceased offering diesel cars. However, for consumers still interested in diesel options, brands like BMW, Audi, Land Rover, Mazda, and Volkswagen continue to provide them, at least for the time being.

As Volvo leads the charge towards a greener future, it's clear that the automotive industry is undergoing a profound transformation. With electric vehicles becoming increasingly accessible and sustainable, the days of diesel dominance are quickly fading into the past.