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    Volvo Cars announces range of updates for model year 2017

    Volvo Cars announces range of updates for model year 2017   Volvo Cars today announces a wide range of updates for model year 2017, including the introduction of its latest semi-autonomous drive technology, Pilot Assist II, as standard on the XC90 in selected markets.   The introduction of Pilot Assist II on XC90 is made possible thanks to the modular approach to car building enabled by Volvo’s new SPA architecture. Introduced first in the new S90 premium sedan, Pilot Assist II supports drivers up to speeds of 130 km/h in well-marked highway conditions.   PowerPulse The

    The One Tonne Life project three years on: Pilot project enables climate-smart lifestyle

    The One Tonne Life project three years on: Pilot project enables climate-smart lifestyle   Three years on from the end of One Tonne Life, this ground-breaking project, initiated by A-hus, Vattenfall and Volvo Cars, has inspired a growing number of people to choose products that help them lead a climate-smart lifestyle. One example of these active choices is the Jogensjö family, with dad Jon, mum Tina and son Nils, who are now enjoying a comfortable, low-carbon lifestyle in the house that was at the heart of the One Tonne Life project.   “We’ve always believed in respecting

    Volvo V60 - model year 2015

    Volvo V60 - model year 2015   The new Volvo V60 is the car for people who need the versatility of an estate but want the handling of a sports sedan - all in a stylish Scandinavian package. The sporty feel is emphasised by comfortable sport seats. The 2015 V60 is available with three engines from the new four-cylinder Drive-E engine family: The 306 hp petrol turbo T6, the 245 hp T5 and the turbo diesel D4 with 181 hp. A new 8-speed automatic gearbox contributes to a refined drive and excellent fuel economy. Fuel consumption in a V60 D4 with manual gearbox is down to a class-leading 3.8

    Exclusive Volvo Ocean Race Edition and V70 & XC70 Edition released in Geneva

    Exclusive Volvo Ocean Race Edition and V70 & XC70 Edition released in Geneva   Exactly forty years after the completion of the first race, Volvo Car Group (Volvo Cars) is celebrating the upcoming 2014-2015 Volvo Ocean Race by presenting another special edition of sailing-inspired cars.   The fifth generation Volvo Ocean Race Edition, which includes the Volvo V40, V40 Cross Country, V60 and XC60, will be launched at the 2014 Geneva Motor Show. At the same time, Volvo Cars will introduce the V70 and XC70 Editions for customers with a taste for a more dynamic look and handling.

    Global rating results confirm Volvo Cars’ leading safety position

    Global rating results confirm Volvo Cars’ leading safety position   Volvo Car Group (Volvo Cars) keeps on moving towards the vision that by 2020, nobody should be killed or seriously injured in a new Volvo. In 2013, top results from independent rating institutes all over the world emphasised that the company remains on top when it comes to automotive safety.   The most recent rating result is an IIHS Top Safety Pick+ for the Volvo S80 in the United States. During 2013, sales of Volvo cars equipped with systems for automatic braking also passed the one million mark.   “

    The new Volvo S60 and V60 Polestar are here: world debut for a new Volvo V60 engineered by Polestar

    World debut for a new Volvo V60 engineered by Polestar The new Volvo S60 and V60 Polestar are here    · S60 and V60 model · 0-100 km/h in 4.9 seconds · Limited Edition   The new Volvo S60 and V60 Polestar are here, set for sale on four continents around the world in 2014. The countries set for the S60 and V60 Polestar include Canada, the Netherlands, Japan, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom and the USA, with further markets and final production numbers to be revealed next year.   ”We are proud to present the S60 and V60 Polestar. A car developed for those who

    Volvo V60 - model year 2014

    Volvo V60 - model year 2014   The new Volvo V60 is the car for people who need the versatility of an estate but want the handling of a sports sedan - all in a stylish Scandinavian package. The sporty feel is emphasised by new, comfortable sport seats. Initially, the new V60 is available with three engines from the new four-cylinder Drive-E engine family: The 306 hp petrol turbo T6, the 245 hp T5 and the turbo diesel D4 with 181 hp. A new 8-speed automatic gearbox contributes to a refined drive and excellent fuel economy. Fuel consumption in a V60 D4 with manual gearbox is down to a

    Volvo V60 Plug-in Hybrid – model year 2014

    Volvo V60 Plug-in Hybrid - model year 2014   The world's first diesel plug-in hybrid is Volvo Car Group's most technically advanced model ever - an electric car, hybrid car and high-performance car all rolled into one. Following the successful 2012 introduction in its high-specification ‘Pure Limited' guise, the ingenious Volvo V60 Plug-in Hybrid is now available with a full range of colours and specifications, including most of the design and technology upgrades of the standard V60, while retaining its unique and class-leading 48 g/km emissions.   DESIGN Accentuated road

    The new Volvo Drive-E powertrain family – world-leading engine output versus CO2 emissions

    The new Volvo Drive-E powertrain family – world-leading engine output versus CO\2\ emissions   Volvo Car Group’s new two-litre, four-cylinder Drive-E powertrain family (formerly known as VEA) can truly be considered as offering customers a world-class blend of drivability and low CO\2 \emissions. The Volvo S60 T6 with 306 horsepower and the new 8-speed automatic is the first car in this segment that delivers over two horsepower per gram CO\2 \from a combustion engine only – and the D4 with 181 horsepower and manual gearbox is the first diesel car on this power level in the premium D-

    Volvo Cars launches the Pure Tension pavilion in Milan, Italy

    Volvo Cars launches the Pure Tension pavilion in Milan, Italy   After introducing Volvo V60 Plug-in Hybrid in Italy, Volvo now launches the “Pure Tension Pavilion”. The pavilion – a spectacular free-standing tensioned membrane structure – is a rapidly deployable and portable solar charging station for the world-first Diesel Plug-in Hybrid. “Pure Tension pavilion” is the winning project resulting from a competition for architects and designers held in May and commissioned by Volvo Car Italia. The Pure Tension charging station together with the V60 Plug-in Hybrid will now be part of a

    The new Volvo S60, V60 and XC60: Major renewal boosts the dynamic appearance and appeal of the Volvo 60 cluster

    The new Volvo S60, V60 and XC60: Major renewal boosts the dynamic appearance and appeal of the Volvo 60 cluster ·New design focusing on quality and attention to detail ·New D4 Drive-E engine with class-leading fuel consumption at 3.7 l/100 km (99 g/km) ·New, more comfortable sport seats ·Permanent high beam with groundbreaking technology “This is the most extensive development of existing models in our company’s history. Each of the enhancements is designed around our customers’ needs. We have focused on quality and attention to detail in order to give

    Volvo Cars’ new Drive-E Powertrains – efficient driving pleasure with world-first technologies

    Volvo Cars’ new Drive-E Powertrains – efficient driving pleasure with world-first technologies   Volvo Cars’ new Drive-E range of powertrains (formerly known as VEA) takes efficient driving pleasure to a new dimension in which the number of cylinders is no longer important to describe power and drivability. The first three engines from the two-litre, four-cylinder Drive-E powertrain family will be launched in autumn 2013. The diesel version features world-first i-Art technology, and the most powerful petrol version comes with a class-leading combination of a compressor and a

    Volvo Car Group almost doubles production of the innovative V60 Plug-in Hybrid

    Volvo Car Group almost doubles production of the innovative V60 Plug-in Hybrid   The success of the world's first diesel plug-in hybrid, the Volvo V60 Plug-in Hybrid, continues. Volvo Car Group (Volvo Cars) is now ramping up production by 90 per cent, just to keep up with the demand.   The increased demand, especially in Holland, Belgium and Italy, means that the Plug-in Hybrid production at Volvo Cars' Torslanda plant in Sweden will be increased continuously from 150 to 282 units per week. All in all, Volvo Cars will produce 7,600 plug-in hybrids in 2013 - and the 2014 target

    Volvo Car Group starts production of a new engine family

    Volvo Car Group starts production of a new engine family   Volvo Car Group is now starting production of the first engine variants in the new, high-efficiency four-cylinder engine family. The development and production take place in-house at Volvo Car Group and form a vital part of the company's strategy for independence.   The strategy of four-cylinder petrol and diesel engines and driveline electrification is the path that Volvo Cars has chosen for the future. With total control over the development and production of engines and drivelines and by reducing the number of engine

    Global safety rating results confirm Volvo Cars' safety leadership

    Global safety rating results confirm Volvo Cars' safety leadership   Every year is a safety year at Volvo Cars. The company is working towards the vision that by 2020, nobody should be killed or seriously injured in a new Volvo - and data from independent rating institutes all over the world emphasise and reinforce this life-saving philosophy. The most recent results are a Top Safety Pick+ for both the Volvo S60 and XC60 in the United States and an outstanding Best in Class ranking for the all-new Volvo V40 in the Euro NCAP summary for 2012.   "Viewed together, all the top

    The new Volvo S60, V60 and XC60 R-Design: Dynamic design and sporty drive twinned with option of Polestar performance

    The new Volvo S60, V60 and XC60 R-Design: Dynamic design and sporty drive twinned with the option of Polestar performance   The new R-Design versions of Volvo S60, V60 and XC60 feature an outstanding blend of a renewed sports appearance, a dynamic driving-focused chassis and engine output up to a substantial 329 horsepower with the Polestar performance option.   "The new R-Design models are a perfect match for performance-minded individuals with a passion for exquisite details. In the new S60, V60 and XC60 R-Design, we have turned up the visual volume of these popular models

    Volvo Car Group introduces world-first Cyclist Detection with full auto brake

    Volvo Car Group introduces world-first Cyclist Detection with full auto brake   Volvo Car Group has rolled out another Volvo world first in automotive safety. The groundbreaking Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection with full auto brake detects and automatically brakes for cyclists swerving out in front of the car.\\   The new functionality is an enhancement of the present detection and auto brake technology. All cars equipped with pedestrian detection will also incorporate cyclist detection. "As the leader in automotive safety, we have been first in the industry with all

    Volvo V60 Plug-in Hybrid stars in New York as one of three candidates for the World Green Car of the Year

    Volvo V60 Plug-in Hybrid stars in New York as one of three candidates for the World Green Car of the Year   The world's first diesel plug-in hybrid - the Volvo V60 Plug-in Hybrid - will make its American display debut and take centre stage at the New York International Auto Show. The plug-in hybrid is one of three remaining candidates for the prestigious 2013 World Green Car of the Year award.   The winning environmental car, which is selected by 66 top motoring journalists from 23 countries around the world, will be announced at the New York International Auto Show on 28 March.

    Volvo Cars launches world-first in-dash, voice-activated Spotify through Sensus Connected Touch

    Volvo Cars launches world-first in-dash, voice-activated Spotify through Sensus Connected Touch    Volvo Car Group today launches a ground-breaking integrated, voice activated music system through a partnership with digital music service, Spotify. The solution is fully integrated into the dash through Volvo's Sensus Connected Touch.   Volvo's integration with Spotify is both voice-activated and touch enabled. The new system allows drivers to be able to stream music with a 3G/4G dongle or via the driver's mobile phone connection through their dashboard. Drivers will be able to

    Volvo Cars reveals world-first Cyclist Detection with full auto brake in Geneva

    Volvo Car Group reveals world-first Cyclist Detection with full auto brake in Geneva   Doug Speck, Senior Vice President Marketing, Sales and Customer Service at Volvo Car Group, literally rolled out another Volvo world first in automotive safety at a press conference at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show on Tuesday. He introduced the groundbreaking safety feature - a technology that detects and automatically brakes for cyclists swerving out in front of the car - by entering the stage on a bicycle.   The new functionality is an enhancement of the present detection and auto brake

    Volvo Cars makes driving at night safer and more comfortable with innovative, permanent high beam

    Volvo Cars makes driving at night safer and more comfortable with innovative, permanent high beam   The new Volvo S60, V60 and XC60 - shown to the public for the first time at the Geneva Motor Show - can be fitted with an innovation that makes driving in the dark safer and more comfortable. The renewed Active High Beam Control makes it possible to use high beam continuously thanks to an ingenious mechanism that prevents dazzling of oncoming drivers. At a press conference in Geneva, Volvo Car Group will also present a new world-first collision-avoiding technology.   Driving at

    V60 Plug-in Hybrid - the technically most advanced Volvo model ever

    V60 Plug-in Hybrid - the technically most advanced Volvo model ever   There are many hybrids on the market, but none of them can match the Volvo V60 Plug-in Hybrid. The world's first diesel plug-in hybrid is Volvo Car Corporation's most technically advanced model ever - an electric car, hybrid car and high-performance car all rolled into one. At the mere touch of a button you can choose which of your three cars you want to drive at any given moment in time.   The production version of the V60 Plug-in Hybrid is launched in just one colour - Electric Silver. The first cars in

    Immense interest suggests that the first series of the V60 Plug-in Hybrid will sell out quickly

    Immense interest suggests that the first series of the V60 Plug-in Hybrid will sell out quickly   Volvo Car Corporation is on the threshold of introducing the Volvo V60 Plug-in Hybrid - a rechargeable diesel hybrid car that is the company's most technically advanced model ever. Production gets under way in November 2012 and the first model year's volume is limited to 1,000 cars. They will be offered with Pure Limited specifications, including the highest trim level Summum. The indicative price of the world's first plug-in hybrid with diesel engine is starting at EUR 57,000

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