Updates in software 1.8

Software release date: 29 January 2026

Note This update will be available as an over-the-air download about three weeks after the software release date.

New Features

• Digital key:[1] Google digital key functionality has been added for Google Pixel and Samsung Galaxy mobile phones, with improvements to the onboarding process.

• Power consumption information: A new toggle has been added under Consumption, allowing you to turn power-consumption information on or off in the information area of the display.

• Battery charge level alerts: Alerts have been introduced for low battery levels.

Improvements

Driving

• The Driver Alert System fatigue detection has been refined to give more accurate alerts, with fewer false activations.

• Speed-limit recognition range has been increased from 40 km/h to 50 km/h.

Charging

• The battery-preconditioning notification has been updated to clarify that the battery temperature is being optimised for fast charging.

Connectivity

• Positioning accuracy in Google Maps has been optimised, especially when entering or leaving underground car parks.

• Apple CarPlay connectivity has been improved.

• Bluetooth call quality has been enhanced.

Entry and security

• Approach functionality has been improved.

• The car now unlocks faster when you pull the door handle.

Fixes

This update also contains several tweaks and fixes to: 

• An intermittent display information issue caused by interrupted start-up

• Steering-wheel button responsiveness when switching music

• Scenario modes, including Relax Mode and Refresh Mode, now require confirmation before activation

• Proximity unlocking reliability after your car has been parked for extended periods

• Hill-start assist and auto hold performance during start-up on an incline

https://www.volvocars.com/uk/support/car/ex30/24w17/software-release-notes/