Andrew Lambrecht
Project Engineer
Sep 21, 2025
The XC40 Recharge Ultimate represents the top-tier configuration of Volvo's first electric SUV. It comes standard with the 13-speaker Harmon Kardon Premium Sound system, a 360-degree camera, and the Pilot Assist suite for semi-autonomous highway driving. Powered by a 78 kWh battery, it delivers roughly 402 hp in its twin-motor AWD setup, offering a range that increased to 254 miles for the 2024 RWD updates.
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Andrew Lambrecht
Project Engineer
Andrew Lambrecht is a project engineer at Ever and a leading voice in the electric vehicle sector. An industrial engineer by training and a prolific contributor to outlets like Forbes, Business Insider, InsideEVs, and MSN, Andrew blends technical expertise with sharp insights on EVs, mobility trends, and charging.
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