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Volvo refreshes XC40 again for 2028 with new lighting and trimmed dimensions

Volvo is giving the XC40 crossover a second midlife update, arriving as the 2028 model year, following an earlier refresh in 2023. The changes center on redesigned front and rear LED light clusters, including a more minimalist take on the 'Thor's Hammer' daytime running lights, plus subtly reshaped, less boxy corners that shrink the vehicle's overall footprint.

arstechnica.com · 2026-09-14

Polestar says Commerce Department misled it before denying EV sales waiver

Polestar disclosed in an August 18th dealer letter that it was denied a US Commerce Department waiver allowing continued sales of its electric vehicles, despite officials reportedly signaling approval was likely. The rejection contrasts with sister brand Volvo, which received approval in May 2026 despite similar ties to Chinese owner Geely, forcing Polestar to halt US sales starting with the 2027 model year.

theverge.com · 2026-08-25