Tagged “Volvo”

  • Volvo CitySafe could feature on future Ford models

    Volvo has always been regarded as a leader in automotive safety technology and with new features such as the latest CitySafe system, a device that can detect other vehicles and automatically apply the...

  • Volvo's on-board breathalyzer to enter production

    First Volvo unveiled a new driver-distraction warning system, now the company is presenting a fully integrated in-car alcolock system called Alcoguard. Scheduled to be introduced as an option for the...

  • Volvo to run independently of Ford

    Ford has confirmed it won’t be selling Volvo anytime soon but that doesn’t mean it will be heavily involved in the day-to-day running of the company. Instead, the Blue Oval is expected to play a m...

  • Volvo's Jakob hot rod

    This month Volvo will be unveiling a hand-built hot-rod at the Volvo Museum in Göteborg before the car makes its way to the home of the hot-rods, the USA, on a tour. While most hot-rods are built off...

  • Volvo XC60 crossover official details

    Wagons and crossovers accounted for almost half of Volvo’s sales in the U.S. last year, so it comes as little surprise the carmaker will be adding even more of these models to its lineup in the near...

  • Updated: More info on Volvo's XC60 crossover

    Wagons and crossovers accounted for almost half of Volvo’s sales in the U.S. last year, so it comes as little surprise the carmaker will be adding even more of these models to its lineup in the near...

  • Limited Edition Volvo C30 R-Design

    Volvo has released an updated version of its R-Design performance accessories line for the C30 hatch range, which will only be offered to a maximum of 400 customers. Like all R-Design packs, the lates...

  • Volvo found guilty of manslaughter

    In what seems to be a growing trend, Volvo cars was found guilty of manslaughter in a 1999 accident. Just a few weeks ago, a former Mitsubishi Motors head and several other executives were found guilt...

  • Geneva Motor Show debut for Volvo XC60

    Wagons and crossovers accounted for almost half of Volvo’s sales in the US last year, so it comes as little surprise the carmaker will be adding even more of these models to its lineup in the near f...

  • Volvo may start U.S. production

    The increasing exchange rate differential between the strengthening euro and weakening U.S. dollar means importing European manufactured models into the U.S. is now significantly more expensive than j...

  • R-Design Volvo XC90 rolls in

    Volvo’s new sports inspired R-Design package is now available on the Volvo XC90 and will be on display at this week’s Detroit Auto Show. The R-design kits essentially replace Volvo’s current Spo...

  • Volvo launches Powershift twin-clutch gearbox

    Twin-clutch transmissions are finding their way into many cars these days, from Volkswagens to Mitsubishis to Nissans. Volvo, like other makers that have made the switch to twin-clutch gearboxes, sees...

  • Volvo offering HD Radio on almost entire lineup

    Volvo announced today at the Boston International Auto Show it will be the first carmaker in the U.S. to offer digital HD Radio technology on almost all its models. HD Radio is a higher-quality AM/FM...

  • Volvo R-Design goes on sale

    Volvo’s R-Design performance styling packs are now available for the C30, S40 and V50 models, although the range will be limited in some markets. Before you get all excited with the return of the ...

  • VW U.S . Chief says no Scirocco for North America

    We first heard of the possibility Volkswagen could ignore the U.S. market for the launch of the new Scirocco back in May when VW of America exec Adrian Hallmark said in an interview "we don't want it.

  • Volvo considering five-door C30

    Volvo is considering expanding the C30 range by adding a five-door hatchback variant to join the current three-door. The C30 is based on the same P1 platform that underlies the larger S40 and V50 mode...

  • Volvo building C30-based STCC contender

    The new C30 has been praised for its handling dynamics and good looks since its production launch last year. Now both will be put to the test in the Swedish Touring Car Championship, as the new C30 E8...

  • Volvo Trucks not interested in buying car unit

    Truck manufacturer Volvo AB has rejected claims it was considering purchasing the Volvo car division from Ford, to whom it sold it to almost a decade ago. Volvo AB is currently the second largest truc...