Driving a Volvo Electric Vehicle? Here's How It Can Help You Navigate Fall Hazards

Autumn's charm, with its brilliant colors and crisp air, also brings a slew of driving challenges. While Volvo's suite of safety technologies is available across their lineup, driving a Volvo Electric Vehicle (EV) offers some specific advantages to tackle the hazards of fall driving.

Silent Commute, Nocturnal Nuisance: Be Alert for Wildlife

During autumn, many animals become increasingly active at night, making dusk and dawn hazardous for drivers. The silence of Volvo's electric powertrain can be an added risk; animals may not hear you coming.

How Volvo EV Helps:

Volvo EVs come equipped with the same City Safety feature, which includes Large Animal Detection. Because electric vehicles are notably quiet, the technology becomes an even more critical safety net for drivers and wildlife alike. The EV's soundproofed cabin also minimizes road noise, helping you focus on the road and making it easier to detect sounds of approaching wildlife.

Pre-Condition Your Cabin: Prepare for Frost and Fog

Frosty and foggy mornings are standard during the fall, causing impaired visibility and requiring time to defrost your car.

How Volvo EV Helps:

One significant advantage of driving a Volvo EV in these conditions is the pre-conditioning feature. You can program your electric Volvo to precondition the cabin while it's still plugged in, using energy from the grid rather than the battery. This means you get into a warm car with defogged windows, which is both a convenience and a safety benefit. Preconditioning ensures that you can have full visibility right when you start your drive, eliminating the dangerous few minutes spent driving with foggy windows.

Eco-Friendly Leafy Roads: Watch Out for Wet Leaves

Wet leaves on the road can significantly reduce your vehicle's traction, making it easier to skid or lose control.

How Volvo EV Helps:

While all Volvo cars offer impressive safety technologies like Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), electric models deliver additional advantages. The lower center of gravity due to the under-floor battery enhances stability and control, especially on slippery surfaces like wet, leaf-covered roads. Additionally, the instant torque provided by electric motors allows for quicker, smoother adjustments to maintain traction and avoid skids.

As we embrace the fall season's beauty, it's essential to acknowledge and prepare for its driving challenges. In a Volvo EV, you get to experience the cutting-edge safety features Volvo is known for, along with unique benefits that only an electric vehicle can offer. Stay alert, and enjoy the drive!