Fifty-six years after the first Volvo reached the top of Sani Pass, the all-electric Volvo EX30 Cross Country has made history by becoming the first battery-powered vehicle to conquer one of South Africa's toughest mountain routes, powered entirely by solar energy, Cape town Etc reports.
Volvo Car South Africa VCSA marked the end of Transport Month with this milestone achievement, showcasing how electric vehicles EVs can thrive in extreme terrain. The feat highlights not just the EX30 Cross Country's capability but also the growing potential for sustainable mobility in the country.
Stretching through the dramatic Drakensberg Mountains, Sani Pass is known for its steep gradients, hairpin bends and rocky terrain, a true test of endurance and control for any vehicle. The route has long been a proving ground for those built to endure. In 1969, the first Volvo completed the climb, a moment that helped shape the brand's rugged legacy. More than half a century later, the compact EX30 Cross Country has repeated that feat, this time with zero emissions.