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One thing I’ve learned from testing the best electric cars is that they really do make it feel like the future is here — and I’m not just referring to how they run off electricity exclusively. Oftentimes, they have unique designs that help them stand out on the road, along with forward-thinking tech I’ve tested, like the night vision camera in the Cadillac Vistiq and the home theater experience of the BMW i7 M70 .

However, there’s one thing that can sour the experience for me: an outdated software experience. Just like the best phones I’m constantly reviewing, the software makes a world of difference in how a car feels. The sad part is that a majority of car makers are still stuck with software and interfaces that are antiquated, but the Volvo S60 Recharge proves how much of an impact this all makes.

I got to drive the 2025 Volvo S60 Recharge for a week and while it was running older software when I first got it, an over-the-air update changed everything.…