Volvo to Add Combustion Engine Production at US Factory, Reports Di.se

Volvo Cars plans to expand production at its underutilized US factory by incorporating vehicles with combustion engines, according to Dagens industri. The South Carolina facility, currently dedicated to electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing, will begin producing Volvo's top-selling XC60 model next year. This represents a strategic shift from exclusively EV production to a mixed powertrain approach. Furthermore, Volvo Cars is committed to diversifying the plant's output by adding a next-generation hybrid model before 2030. The introduction of these models aims to increase the factory's capacity utilization by offering a wider range of powertrains to meet evolving market demand. This strategic decision reflects a response to current consumer preferences for both electric and combustion engine vehicles, ultimately impacting Volvo's US manufacturing strategy and footprint.