posted by admin on Feb 27
There are car manufacturers that are well-known as producers of the fastest cars or fuel-efficient cars, but the title for the most safest cars has always belonged to Volvo.
Certainly that’s one of the key factors that helped this Swedish car manufacturer to survive against sometimes cruel competition and announce that the 15 millionth Volvo has been produced.
The first vehicle was the Volvo ÖV 4, produced on 14 April 1927, but the highest seller has been the Volvo C70 convertible. In 1999, Volvo was sold to Ford who has taken the brand to the next level. One of the results of that has been the Volvo XC60 crossover that will debut at Geneva motorshow.
However as I mentioned Volvo is known for its safety, but Autoblog reports that Volvo is paying attention to the exterior as well.
Today the Volvo brand is equally renowned for the attractive design of cars that reflect characteristic Scandinavian design traditions.
posted by admin on Feb 24
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It took over 80 years, but Volvo has hit a mega milestone with the production of its 15,000,000th vehicle. The big number was hit with a C70 convertible, which rolled off the assembly line yesterday in Uddevalla, Sweden.
Although Volvo started as SKF in 1911, it wasn’t until 1927 that the company produced its first vehicle, the ÖV4, of which it made only 297 examples in its first year. Volvo’s production capacity as a major automaker has, of course, long since far exceeded that rate. However the 200-Series, produced between 1974 and 1993, remains the best-selling Volvo of all time, with over 2.8 million units sold.
Swedophiles can read more in the press release after the jump, and check out our 29-image high-resolution gallery of the 2008 Volvo C70 below.
posted by admin on Feb 14
Volvo, Mack Offer Free Shipping for Emergency Parts Orders. A new program from the Volvo Group North America means Volvo and Mack Truck customers can concentrate on hauling freight, instead of paying for it when they need a repair. Volvo and Mack Truck have eliminated freight charges. In most cases for shipments of emergency replacement parts from their parts distribution centers PDCs. That means customers now get the parts they need to get back on the road, without having to pay additional shipping costs.
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posted by admin on Feb 8
The 2008 Volvo C30 that is available in two models this year: Version 1.0 and Version 2.0. No matter which model the consumer decides upon, they’ll end up with a sporty, sophisticated coupe that begs to be driven. Available in 17 different colors, drivers are sure to find a hue that matches their dream color.
Each car comes with a five-cylinder turbocharged engine that has variable all valve timing and 227 horsepower. Despite being so powerful for such a small car, it complies with even the most stringent emission standards, including California’s ULEV II.
That said, there are some significant differences between the C30 Version 1.0 and the C30 Version 2.0. For example, Version 1.0 comes with a high performance audio system, while Version 2.0 has a standard premium sound audio system, featuring 10 speakers made by Dynaudio (some of the best in its class). Also, Version 2.0 has a Sirius Satellite Radio with a six-month free subscription.
Besides those differences, the C30 Version 1.0 is delivered with a standard chassis, while its counterpart has a dynamic chassis. Both come with Dynamic Stability and Traction Control (DSTC). DSTC makes sure that the tires hang on to the road, even in slippery and otherwise less than perfect driving conditions. Drivers even have the flexibility of setting the system a specific way to make sure there’s plenty of traction in snowy conditions.
For an extra $675, ’08 Volvo C30 purchasers can add on a Climate Package. This package includes heated front seats, a rain sensing windshield and headlight washers. The latter come in handy during snowstorms when snow, slush and salt can build up and decrease the brightness of the headlights. Also, a cabin filter is offered, free of charge, which prevents common allergens like dust and pollen from entering the cabin through the ventilation system.
posted by admin on Feb 6
Volvo recalls vehicles worldwide due to faulty airbags. Congress, Returning From Break, Has Much Work to Finish Before the. Where the road has two Hp toner lanes, two southbound lanes and a center turn lane. Your news when you want it. It will let Volvo drivers take advantage of subscription free high definition broadcasting, which is currently available on more than, U. (more…)
posted by admin on Feb 4
This year’s Geneva Motor Show will be March 6 16th organised on the forthcoming appearance of new vehicles, the foreign media to do a certain amount of forecasting:
Audi A4 Avant
Audi Q5 (according to Audi’s plans, which will be models in the domestic production)
BMW M3 Cabriolet
BMW X6 (European debut)
BMW Z4 (Facelift)?
Mercedes-Benz CLK?
Mercedes-Benz GLK (the car may show in Beijing in April appearance)
Mercedes-Benz SL (Facelift) (the SL63 AMG eagerly awaited the appearance, but I would also like to see that, based on the mysterious model SL63 AMG)
- Mercedes-Benz SLC Concept ?
- Mercedes-Benz SLK (Facelift)
Volkswagen Scirocco
Lamborghini Murciélago Superleggera ??
Seat Ibiza
`koda Superb
Alfa Romeo Junior ??
Fiat 500 Convertible
Fiat Grande Punto ??
Ford Fiesta
Honda Accord (European version)
Infiniti EX35 (European debut)
Infiniti FX37
Jaguar XK (Facelift)
Koenigsegg CCXR
Maserati Chicane Concept
Maserati Spyder
Mazda2 (3-door version)
Mitsubishi Lancer Prototype S
Morgan LifeCar Concept
Pininfarina Sintesi Concept
Spyker C8 LWB
Suzuki Concept A-Star
Volvo XC60
Zonda R
posted by admin on Jan 31
Volvo Group Launches New Domain Names
“The Volvo Group (Nasdaq:VOLV) (STO:VOLVA) (STO:VOLVB) has launched new official domain names, VolvoGroup.com and VolvoKoncernen.se. These are effective immediately as start pages for information about the Volvo Group. The old domain names Volvo.com and Volvo.se now function as redirecters for those interested in companies working with the Volvo brand.”- PR-Inside.com
S. Granville-Smith, InsideDomaining.com
posted by admin on Jan 29
Volvo is on the cusp of entering the midsize SUV fray to compete with the likes of the BMW X3, Mercedes GLK, Acura RDX and the upcoming Audi Q5. Volvo prototypes often elude spies, but today our photographers spotted the crossover in Sweden. Volvo unveiled a concept version of the XC60 over [...]
posted by admin on Jan 19
Ford is considering the sale of its Volvo brand sooner than expected, a new report finds. According to the report, Ford could sell its final Premier Automotive Group brand as soon as this summer. Ford is currently finalizing a deal to sell the other two PAG brands — Jaguar and Land Rover — [...]
posted by admin on Jan 19
It seems that Volvo will be debuting its new XC60 compact SUV at the 2008 Geneva Motor Show this March, following that with a North American first look at the New York Auto Show. Volvo more or less passed on NAIAS this year, saving its five-passenger BMW X3-fighter for a European launch instead. Initial reports had the XC60 being powered by a version of the 3.2-liter six that can currently be found in Volvo ’s S80, but new findings now claim that the powerplant could end up being a transversely mounted inline-5. Look for the XC60 to have available all-wheel-drive (as the “x” would suggest), but to be equipped with front-wheel-drive as standard. + Edmunds Inside Line: 2008 Geneva Show
