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    CITY SAFETY LOWERS INSURANCE RATING FOR ALL-NEW VOLVO V40

    CITY SAFETY LOWERS INSURANCE RATING FOR ALL-NEW VOLVO V40   · New Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) safety features mean lower insurance ratings for all-new Volvo V40 · Extensive testing by Thatcham has led to the technology being included in insurance rating criteria · Volvo's City Safety AEB technology is standard fit on the V40, one of the first models to receive the reduced rating The all-new Volvo V40 will be given a lower insurance rating following extensive testing of the model's City Safety technology at the renowned industry research centre in Thatcham, Berkshire.

    VOLVO HELPS DRIVERS COMBAT HAYFEVER

    VOLVO HELPS DRIVERS COMBAT HAYFEVER · All models fitted with an Air Quality System or Pollen Filter as standard · Automatically shuts out pollen and pollution from the cabin · Major safety benefits associated with avoiding sneezing whilst driving Volvo has gone a long way to helping hay fever sufferers reduce their symptoms whilst in a car by fitting all of its models with either an Air Quality System (AQS) or Pollen Filter, as standard.   Volvos fitted with an Air Quality System use an interior air quality sensor which monitors the levels of particles in the incoming

    CAP PARTNERS WITH VOLVO CAR UK TO LAUNCH UNIQUE CAR COMPARISON TOOL

    CAP PARTNERS WITH VOLVO CAR UK TO LAUNCH UNIQUE CAR COMPARISON TOOL   A unique car comparison tool has been developed by CAP exclusively for Volvo Car UK and its customers.   Called Volvo Compare, it is available via Volvo's own website, www.volvocars.co.uk/compare.  It offers a simple method of comparing the features and prices of the Volvo car range with all other makes and models in the market.   Volvo is the only manufacturer to offer such a comprehensive comparison tool and chose CAP to develop and power the comparator thanks to its unrivalled range of market data and

    Another Six Benefits of Servicing at Volvo

    Another Six Benefits of Servicing at Volvo   Designed around the needs of the individual customer, Volvo Car UK's new car servicing program, Volvo Service Promise, provides an unbeatable combination of quality, value-for-money and reassurance by giving retail customers a unique range of benefits.   Available on any age of vehicle, all full services carried out at a Volvo Authorised Repairer will qualify for the service promises, elevating the existing comprehensive service already offered by its dealers.   On top of the expertise of fully factory-trained technicians, and at no

    Five Volvo models get IIHS Top Safety Pick award

    Five Volvo models get IIHS Top Safety Pick award   Volvo Car Corporation's leadership in car safety is confirmed in the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety's (IIHS) 2012 Top Safety Pick award. The U.S. award recognizes vehicles that do the best job of protecting people in front, side, rollover, and rear crashes - and no less than five Volvo models - the C30, S60, S80, XC60 and XC90 - earned a Top Safety Pick. Volvo is the only European luxury brand with five awarded models in the new IIHS report.   "The risk of being involved in an accident or being injured in one of

    GET A GRIP WITH VOLVO'S WINTER WONDERLAND

    GET A GRIP WITH VOLVO'S WINTER WONDERLAND · Volvo's Winter Tyre Programme and Free Winter Safety Inspection gives drivers peace of mind in cold conditions · XC60 D3 and XC70 D3 now available with All-Wheel-Drive (AWD) · V60 D5 AWD gives non-SUV 4x4 appeal With the cold months not far away, forward planning is essential to ensure drivers can get to their destination safely.  With Sweden being famous for its cold climate and harsh winters, Volvo is in an ideal position to draw from its extreme testing and homeland experience to ensure its customers in the UK are prepared to face

    JANUARY 2011 - VOLVO CAR UK MULTI MODEL LAUNCH

    JANUARY 2011 - VOLVO CAR UK MULTI MODEL LAUNCH     Thank you for joining us at the award winning Wellington Arms in Baughurst for Volvo Car UK's first launch event of 2011, where a host of new variants to complement our already diverse range of models and engines are available to drive across the open roads of the local countryside.   The models present are:   · All-new S60 and V60 R-Design with a choice of T3 with start/stop, T5, D3 and D5 engines · 99g/km CO\2\ versions of the C30, S40 and V50 · XC60 powered by the new T5 2.0 litre 240PS petrol engine and

    NICKEL LEAKAGE MINIMISED IN ALL VOLVO CAR INTERIORS

    NICKEL LEAKAGE MINIMISED IN ALL VOLVO CAR INTERIORS    All interior parts containing nickel are tested to ensure nickel leakage meets the high requirements set by Volvo.   Nickel allergy is one of the most common causes of allergic contact dermatitis in the industrialised world. It is estimated that about 15% of women and 5% of men - up to 120 million people in the industrialised world - suffer from a nickel allergy. Those allergic to nickel may get an itchy rash when their skin touches a metal surface with nickel alloy. For these people, it is essential to avoid contact with

    ALL TEXTILES IN VOLVO CARS ARE OEKO-TEX CERTIFIED TO BE ALLERGY-FRIENDLY

    ALL TEXTILES IN VOLVO CARS ARE OEKO-TEX CERTIFIED TO BE ALLERGY-FRIENDLY   Volvo Cars is the only manufacturer in the car industry with a complete model range featuring textiles that are so clean that they are certified according to the Oeko-Tex standard. The textile standard was introduced at the beginning of the 1990s by textile research institutes as a response to the needs of consumers and the general public for textiles which posed no risk to health.   Paul Welander, today Senior Vice President, Quality & Customer Satisfaction at Volvo Cars was thinking about his latest

    VOLVO S80 AND ALL-NEW XC70 AT HOME ON SNOWY SLOPES

    VOLVO S80 AND ALL-NEW XC70 AT HOME ON SNOWY SLOPES · All-Wheel Drive with Instant TractionTM distributes power for best possible road grip · DSTC stability-enhancement system for added safety · Optional active chassis contributes to enhanced driving properties whatever the situation · Comprehensive Winter Check available at Authorised Volvo dealers   At this time of year, road surfaces can quickly switch between ice, asphalt and snow and the Volvo S80 and all-new XC70's both offer impressive stability, consistency and safety in all motoring situations. This is thanks to

    VOLVO REVEALS PRICES FOR THE NEW ENTRY LEVEL 2-LITRE ENGINES IN THE VOLVO V70 AND S80

    VOLVO REVEALS PRICES FOR THE NEW ENTRY LEVEL 2-LITRE ENGINES IN THE VOLVO V70 AND S80 Volvo Car UK can now reveal prices for the new entry level 2-litre petrol and diesel engines in the all-new Volvo V70 premium estate and S80 executive saloon. Prices for the petrol derivative will start from £24,995 in the Volvo V70 and £23,495 in the S80, while the diesel powerplant is priced at £25,495 and £23,995 in the Volvo V70 and S80 respectively. Volvo has developed both engines with low emissions and impressive fuel economy in mind to meet the needs of the modern day motorist. The 2-litre

    Volvo Unleashes Volley of Exciting New Concepts at the 2007 SEMA Show

    Volvo Unleashes Volley of Exciting New Concepts at the 2007 SEMA Show   Las Vegas, NV (October 30, 2007) - Five years, five cars. As a commemoration to Volvo's fifth straight year at the annual Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) tradeshow, the Swedish manufacturer will show five highly modified versions of its vehicles. Ranging from the all-new XC70 to a high-performance version of the S80 T6, an eye-popping C30 to a C70 convertible, and a one-off fully custom hot rod, this year marks Volvo Cars most ambitious SEMA effort ever.   Four of the concepts are based on

    Volvo Cars launches new Alcoguard to help reduce the number of alcohol-related road accidents

    Volvo Cars launches new Alcoguard to help reduce the number of alcohol-related road accidents   · Fuel-cell technology - accurate and reliable · Integrated solution for increased user-friendliness · Sales start in early 2008   Volvo Cars is the first car manufacturer to launch an innovative feature aimed at helping to reduce the number of road accidents caused by drink-driving. Alcoguard is a fully integrated in-car alcolock that utilises advanced fuel-cell technology, a solution that is both user-friendly and reliable.   Tool for sober decisions "Alcoguard is a

    New Collision Warning with Auto Brake helps prevent rear-end collisions

    New Collision Warning with Auto Brake helps prevent rear-end collisions · Collision Warning with Auto Brake - including automatic braking when a rear-end collision is imminent · Adaptive Cruise Control and Distance Alert - to help the driver keep a proper distance to the vehicle in front Volvo Cars continues to address the problem of rear-end collisions by introducing Collision Warning with Auto Brake - a refined warning system that makes the car brake by itself if the driver doesn't act when a rear-end collision with a moving or stationary vehicle is imminent. "This can mean

    Volvo Cars introduces new systems for alerting tired and distracted drivers

    Volvo Cars introduces new systems for alerting tired and distracted drivers · Driver Alert Control - unique technology that alerts tired and distracted drivers · Lane Departure Warning - alerts the driver if the car crosses one of the road markings without an obvious reason   Studies show that up to 90 percent of all traffic accidents are caused by driver distraction. Now Volvo Cars introduces Driver Alert Control - with a technology solution that is a world-first in passenger cars. The system aims to alert the driver when his or her concentration level is affected, for

    VOLVO ADDS MORE POWER AND MODELS TO FLEXIFUEL RANGE

    VOLVO ADDS MORE POWER AND MODELS TO FLEXIFUEL RANGE   Volvo is continuing its long standing commitment to environmental care by adding two new engines and models to its FlexiFuel bio-ethanol range.  To power the all new Volvo V70 estate and the new Volvo S80 executive saloon, a two-litre FlexiFuel unit will arrive later this year and will be joined by a five-cylinder 2.5-litre turbocharged engine in 2008.   The new four-cylinder 2.0F produces 145PS and 185Nm of torque and offers fuel consumption of 24.4mpg in the Volvo V70 and 25mpg in the S80[1].  The 2.5F five-cylinder

    VOLVO WINS AWARD FOR INNOVATIVE SECURITY TECHNOLOGY

    VOLVO WINS AWARD FOR INNOVATIVE SECURITY TECHNOLOGY   Volvo's unique Personal Car Communicator (PCC) has won the Innovation award at the 2007 British Insurance Car Security Awards[1], announced today at Thatcham, the Motor Insurance Repair Research Centre.    The Volvo PCC is an advanced pocket-sized control centre which holds valuable security information for the owner about the car's current lock and alarm status.  It uses the latest remote smart key technology and a highly sensitive heartbeat sensor, a world first, to detect if an intruder is present in the car.    When

    NEW 2008 VOLV0 RANGE: MORE SPECIFICATION, STYLE AND VALUE

    NEW 2008 VOLV0 RANGE: MORE SPECIFICATION, STYLE AND VALUE · Majority of prices held or lowered across range · Safety and technology features introduced as standard across range · New entry level models and engine introductions · New colours and interior enhancements 2008 model year enhancements across the Volvo range Volvo has made a number of improvements and additions for its 2008 model year range of cars (production start 14 May) while maintaining or lowering prices on most models to offer great value for customers.  All models are available to order now, with first

    VOLVO USED CAR PRICES STRENGTHEN ACROSS THE RANGE

    VOLVO USED CAR PRICES STRENGTHEN ACROSS THE RANGE   Volvo Car UK has seen used car prices strengthen across its range over the past four months following a change in strategy for used car disposal.   Volvo has traditionally sold all of its 6-12 month old used cars direct to its dealer network through closed physical and online auctions run by British Car Auctions (BCA).  Since October 2006, Volvo used cars have been available through BCA open auction, with an average of 20% being snapped up by buyers from outside the dealer network.   This positive demand is reflected in

    NEW VOLVO S80 WINS CHAUFFEUR APPROVAL AND NEW BUSINESS APPRAISAL

    NEW VOLVO S80 WINS CHAUFFEUR APPROVAL AND NEW BUSINESS APPRAISAL   · Positive feedback from executive chauffeur drivers and customers · Popular new VIP 5 day test drive appraisal programme for businesses Since its arrival in the UK in autumn 2006, the new Volvo S80 executive saloon's distinctive characteristics of Scandinavian design and innovative technology as well as enhanced levels of ride quality, passenger space and comfort are proving successful in meeting the demands of business customers.       Tristar Worldwide Chauffeur Services, a company which runs the UK's

    VOLVO ANNOUNCES PRODUCT REALIGNMENT

    VOLVO ANNOUNCES PRODUCT REALIGNMENT   Effective from today, 1 February 2007, Volvo is realigning UK prices and specifications of three key models within its range to offer customers even better value for money and standardise the price differentials between engines and trim levels.  These changes more accurately reflect Volvo's recently introduced Volvo C30 sports coupe positioning and are more comparable to Volvo's premium rivals.  Volvo's two best-selling models, the Volvo S40 saloon and V50 Sportswagon, benefit from this product realignment, as well as the Volvo S80 executive

    Are you sitting comfortably?

    Are you sitting comfortably?     About forty years ago, Volvo achieved a world first when it introduced a steplessly adjustable lumbar support in the front seats of its Amazon car. And Volvo seats have been regarded as probably the best in the business ever since.   The reasons for this continued leadership are many; however, technology, ergonomics and safety are important keywords in this context – as is appearance, since a Volvo seat is also designed to be attractive!   "A world first" proclaimed Ratten, the Volvo customer magazine, in 1964 describing the new front

    Volvo S80 - the first Volvo S80 was launched in 1998

    Volvo S80 - the first Volvo S80 was launched in 1998   LaunchThe Volvo S80 was launched in spring 1998 as Volvo’s large new premium sedan. It was the first model of the new generation to showcase Volvo’s more curvaceous design and large, instantly recognizable tail lamps. The Volvo S80 was fitted with a unique powertrain featuring a transversely installed six-cylinder in-line engine. The Volvo S80 also heralded the introduction of advanced new safety solutions such as inflatable curtains and built-in protection against neck injuries.Business project manager: Lars Erik Lundin

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