In the realm of electric vehicle (EV) safety, TIME magazine has named the driver understanding system in the new Volvo EX90 SUV as one of its prestigious “Best Inventions” of 2024.

Recognized in the “Automotive” category in TIME’s “Best Inventions” of 2024, the driver understanding system in the EX90 is a pioneering safety feature that uses real-time sensing technology to monitor the driver’s state. By detecting if the driver is impaired, tired, or distracted, the EX90 can then step in to provide timely support.

In detail, the EX90 will provide a gentle nudge to alert the driver, followed by more persistent notifications if the initial alert is not effective. If an unexpected event occurs, such as the driver falling asleep, the EX90 can safely bring the car to a stop and activate the hazard lights to warn other road users.

Volvo Cars CEO Jim Rowan expressed the company’s pride in this prestigious accolade. “The EX90 is designed to be the safest Volvo car we have ever made,” he said. “While all our cars are developed to meet our pioneering safety standard, we continue to push the envelope in safety with every new Volvo car. On behalf of everyone at Volvo Cars, I am very pleased to see TIME recognize us as a leader in automotive safety.”

Safety has always been Volvo’s top priority, dating back to the company’s introduction of the modern three-point safety belt in 1959 – a design that has since been estimated to have saved over a million lives globally.

The driver understanding system in the all-electric EX90 represents the latest innovation in Volvo’s ongoing mission towards zero collisions. As the company’s new flagship SUV, the EX90 is designed not only to protect people but also to make their everyday journeys easier and more enjoyable.

In addition with the capability to learn and improve over time through over-the-air (OTA) updates, the EX90’s safety features will only become more advanced.

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With this latest accolade from TIME, Volvo has once again demonstrated its position as a leader in automotive safety with its EX90, pushing the boundaries of innovation to keep drivers and passengers safer on the road.

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