The transition of the car sector does not only concern the type of propulsion adopted, with the transition from internal combustion engines to electric, but also involves the four-wheel industry from a technological point of view. A 360 ° transformation that requires a broader vision that does not only involve figures born behind the wheel. Ferrari for example he chose Benedetto Vigna to guide the Cavallino towards the future while Volvo opted for Jim Rowanexpert in the high-tech sector with a past also in Dyson, a brand known for its vacuum cleaners.
“I think they chose me because Volvo already has 42,000 employees who have a deep understanding of cars, who have been in this industry for a long time. – Rowan said in an interview with Il Corriere della Sera – But the industry is undergoing a massive transformation towards software and computer technology: many new technologies in the automotive world have been developed into hi-tech for some time. There are no more borders. ” Technological development therefore it plays a very important role, as confirmed by the CEO of Volvo himself who wanted to analyze the central role of software in modern cars: “Similarly, like for an iPhone. On hardware we have 100 years of experience, great quality, reliability, safety, sustainability, software development is new to the company and we have to be as good with it as we are with hardware. With the infotainment of the C40 and XC40 we have already taken a big step forward. “
Rowan then also answered a direct question on wireless charging, a research carried out in Sweden with the desire to offer one quick and flexible solution to those who choose electric cars: “People first of all want to recharge their cars quickly and, therefore, we – as a company and as an industry – are moving towards an 800 Volt charging system. Wireless technology is still at an early stage of development: it takes a large investment in economic terms and, in addition, it requires much more power and more time than plug-in. At the moment, therefore, it is inefficient, but certainly fascinating: it would be very convenient if it could already be recharged simply by entering a shopping center or garage, or by passing over a charging pad. Like those of smartphones. “
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