Volvo EX30 Secures The 2024 World Urban Car Title In New York

The 2024 World Car Finals, a prestigious event in the automotive industry, recently concluded at the New York International Auto Show. This year's event saw the Volvo EX30 being crowned as the 2024 World Urban Car. This victory marks a significant achievement for Volvo Cars, as it is their second win in the two-decade history of the World Car Awards. The company previously clinched the World Car of the Year title in 2018 with its XC60 model, and its CEO at the time, Håkan Samuelsson, received the honor of being the first World Car PERSON of the Year.

Jim Rowan, the current chief executive of Volvo, shared his enthusiasm about the win, highlighting that the EX30 has not only met but exceeded customer expectations, playing a crucial role in the company's ongoing growth. The selection process for the award was rigorous, involving a jury of 100 international automotive journalists from 29 different countries. These jurors conducted their evaluations through a secret ballot, basing their decisions on extensive professional analysis of each vehicle's performance and features.

The competition for the World Urban Car award was intense, with the Volvo EX30 emerging as the winner from an initial pool of seven entries and three finalists. These finalists were previously announced at the Geneva International Motor Show. To qualify for this category, vehicles must meet specific criteria including a minimum production volume of 5,000 units annually, availability in at least two major markets across two continents, a maximum length of 4.25 meters, and approval for operation on public roads.

Mark Schienberg, president of the New York International Auto Show, expressed his delight in celebrating this year's winners alongside Brembo's CEO, Daniele Schillaci. Schillaci acknowledged the significant influence of technological advancements and trends within the automotive sector. The World Car Awards have enjoyed a long-standing partnership with the New York International Auto Show for nearly two decades, underscoring the importance of this collaboration in recognizing automotive excellence.

The Road to the World Car Awards is an annual initiative that showcases international jurors test-driving and evaluating eligible vehicles. This journey is documented on World Car TV, offering insights and reviews on contenders across various award categories. The program benefits from the support of official partners such as AITASTIC Research & Consult, Brembo, both Geneva and New York International Auto Shows, KPMG, and Newspress.

Now in its 20th year, the World Car Awards continue to set benchmarks for excellence, leadership, and innovation in the automotive industry globally. These awards stand as a testament to outstanding achievements within an ever-evolving sector. Both the Geneva International Motor Show and the New York International Auto Show serve as pivotal platforms for unveiling new automotive ideas and technological innovations. The Geneva show has been a cornerstone event since 1905 and is regarded as one of the most influential motor shows globally. Meanwhile, the New York show holds the title of North America's first and largest-attended auto show, showcasing an array of new cars and trucks each year.