Volvo Cars
Hot Rod champion gives the very first Volvo a new lease of life
On 14 April 1927, the very first series-produced Volvo car, the ÖV4 nicknamed the Jakob, left the factory. Fast forward to 2005 and in a rural area south of Sweden, Leif Tufvesson and his company Caresto start work on injecting modern craftsmanship and design into the car and the result is the Hot Rod Jakob.
Collision avoidance standard in new Volvo XC60
The new Volvo XC60 is being launched with City Safety – Volvo Cars’ in-house developed unique technology for avoiding low-speed collisions in city traffic and tailbacks.
The dramatic new approach to Volvo’s DNA
Ask Steve Mattin to describe the new Volvo XC60 and the Volvo Cars Design Director will unhesitatingly deliver a distinctive answer. “The boldest crossover so far. This car is charged with more emotive form and far more energy than any previous Volvo model,” he says.
Volvo XC60 combines comfort with sporty all-road ability
With the new Volvo XC60, Volvo Cars takes yet another step in offering cars that are fun to drive yet comfortable to ride in. The compact format and the precise road attributes mean the new Volvo XC60 can make its way equally elegantly both on city Tarmac and along country lanes.
Volvo XC60 has what the crossover customer dreams about
The new Volvo XC60 is stepping boldly into what is currently the automotive world's fastest-growing segment – dressed in a thrilling blend of muscular XC capability and the sporty charisma of a coupe.
Volvo launches Eco Challenge
Volvo is launching the Volvo Eco Challenge at the 2008 Dinghy Sailing Show with the help of the scheme’s ambassador Chris Packham, television presenter, wildlife photographer and author.
Volvo’s city safety auto-brake technology praised by Thatcham
Thatcham, the UK’s insurance organisation renowned for conducting research and development to promote safer cars, recently invited media, insurance companies and government agencies to a demonstration of three selected new technologies that can mitigate or prevent low-speed accidents.
Volvo unveils new XC60 at Geneva
Volvo extends its XC range at the Geneva Motor Show with the world premiere of the new Volvo XC60.
Volvo the ideal towing companion
There are many reasons to visit the Volvo stand at this year's National Boat, Caravan and Outdoor Show which takes place between 19-24 February at Birmingham's NEC.
Volvo S80 and all-new XC70 at home on snowy slopes
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.
Volvo winter testing in extreme conditions
Volvo's Scandinavian heritage and industry-leading test framework create the foundations for one of the world's safest winter cars, so that customers can rely on Volvo everywhere, irrespective of climate and road conditions.
Volvo Powershift – smooth, powerful and fuel efficient
The new Volvo automatic Powershift transmission will be available to order from late February on the 136PS two-litre turbodiesel versions of the Volvo C30, S40 and V50 with a recommended retail price of £1,250.
Volvo XC90 gets the R-Design makeover
Volvo’s new sports inspired R-Design package is now available on the Volvo XC90 and is given its first public appearance at the North American International Auto Show this month.
Volvo helps charity to bring people together for Christmas
Volvo is helping people get together over the festive period by providing a fleet of cars to the Crisis Open Christmas.
Future technology from Volvo to improve road safety
Volvo is showcasing a new generation of groundbreaking protective safety systems to help improve safety on our roads.