Volvo P1800

The Volvo P1800 is a sports car from Volvo Cars.The activity was started in 1957 because Volvo capital a sports car, admitting the actuality that their antecedent attempt, the P1900, had been a disaster, with alone 68 cars sold. The man abaft the activity was an engineering adviser to Volvo, Helmer Petterson, who in the 1940s was amenable for the Volvo PV444. The architecture assignment was done by Helmer's son Pelle Petterson, who formed at Pietro Frua at that time. Volvo insisted it was an Italian architecture by Frua and alone clearly accustomed that Pelle Petterson advised it in 2009.

Volvo C70

The Volvo C70 is a affluence sports car made by Volvo Cars in two generations: the aboriginal from archetypal years 1997-2002 as coup� and from 1999-2006 as a softtop convertible[1]. The additional bearing C70 has been marketed back 2006 as a retractable auto convertible.

New Volvo V60 Sports Wagon: 2011 S60 gets Practical

Revealed ahead of its Paris Motor Show debut, the all-new Volvo V60 is the estate version of the recently launched 2011 S60 sedan. Aimed almost squarely at European buyers as Volvo projects that "no less than 90 percent" of the annual V60 production of 50,000 cars will find a home in Europe, the sporty-looking estate model will go on sale this fall.

Volvo describes the low slung V60 as a sports wagon with a coupe-like roofline. "The typical sports wagon customer is an S60 buyer who would like some extra space and flexibility, but without the slightest compromise on sporty design and exciting driving properties," says Volvo Cars President and CEO Stephen Odell.

However, Volvo's focus on looks come with a cost as the V60's boot space is a mere 430 liters with the rear seats up. That's compared to 460lt of the BMW 3-Series Touring, 485lt of the Mercedes C-Class Estate and 490lt of the Audi A4 Avant. The car will come equipped with a 40/20/40-split rear seat and the fold-flat front passenger seat.

Volvo C30

The Volvo C30 is a bunched sports car produced by Volvo Cars. The C30 is a three-door, four-seat auto powered by straight-4 and straight-5 engines. The car is a auto adjustment of the S40/V50/C70 range, and uses the aforementioned Ford C1 (or Volvo P1) platform. It is actuality marketed as a exceptional auto or a sports auto distinctively advised for first-time Volvo buyers and the adolescence market. Assembly is accepted to be 65,000 units a year, 75% for auction in the European market. The assembly car was clearly apparent at the 2006 Paris Motor Show.The exoteric architecture of the C30 is based on the 2001 SCC abstraction car, which was aggressive by the 1800ES, the acreage adjustment of the P1800 Coupe. It additionally shares abounding architecture cues with the Volvo 480, decidedly the 'sportback' anatomy appearance and bottle tailgate. According to Simon Lamarre, arch flat designer, "the 1800ES has become one of the icons for Volvo," alarming the architecture of the Volvo C30. The autogenous architecture is agnate to the S40 and V50; the majority of genitalia including the apparatus panel, 'floating' centre assemblage and council caster are aggregate by the three cars.

Limited Edition Volvo V70 T6 AWD R-Design with 325HP by Heico Sportiv

Heico Sportiv has been putting together more stylish and powerful Volvos for over a decade. Now, the tuning firm has once again joined forces with Volvo to create a special edition version of the V60 T6 estate for the German market. It goes on sale this summer with a hefty �70,193 [about US$87,000] price tag in a limited run of just 100 copies, all in a metallic sapphire black shade.

This V70 T6 AWD R-Design is motivated by the firm's 3.0-liter turbocharged inline-6 upgraded with a recalibrated ECU and a sport exhaust system that cranks out 325HP and a maximum torque of 460 Nm / 339 lb-ft, a jump of 21HP and 20Nm over stock. The engine is matched to a six-gear automatic gearbox with geartronic function.

Worldwide Recall for 2010-2011MY Volvo C30, S40 and V50

Volvo announced on Monday that it will recall 29,299 cars worldwide of which 536 were sold in the USA and around 6,700 in Britain, over a problem with the gearshift lever. The cars in question are certain 2010-2011MY C30s and 2010MY S40 and V50 models equipped with 6 speed manual transmissions.

Volvo Concept Universe (2011)[Reviews]

At the Shanghai Motor Show 2011, Volvo Car Corporation displayed a masterpiece of Scandinavian design car buyers to your liking.

Volvo Concept universe is a large luxury sedan with a new human-centered design, language that honors the beautiful lines of classic Volvo models.

"The concept of the universe, Volvo offers the world a taste of what people can expect from our next high-level sedan," said Stefan Jacoby, president and CEO of Volvo Car Corporation.

Volvo Car Corporation's long-term strategy has been successful, truly global company, whose products have been designed around the needs of our customers' and lifestyle.

Scandinavian design is about understanding and caring people. Volvo Car Corporation aims to be the brand that best interprets what car buyers want to contemporary luxury.

The concept of Volvo universe was designed for an unconscious desire and a sense of timeless beauty.

It moves toward the future of its coupe-like roof, and a modern, full-back, but also echoes the legacy of Volvo design cues borrowed from classic designs of the past.

"Like many luxury items, this design feels in their hands and durable enough to withstand the test of time," said Peter Horbury, vice president of design at Volvo Car Corporation. "We will compete with the best of our special brand of Scandinavian design. It is unmatched in performance and technology, but without superficiality or complications."

User-driven and pure

Within the concept of the universe has a Volvo, comfortable and cultivated, which is also driven by users and refreshingly uncomplicated. Is your controller forward and comfortably relaxed on the back.

The environment the pilot flying intuitive controls and a touchscreen that is close at hand when the driver came to her - all operated in a venue that is inspired by the ultra-comfortable chairs.

Rear seat passengers are embraced by pure comfort. Indoor mold in the back seat and becomes part of the seats environment.

A sense of dynamics and dark-colored front seat of the world vanishes without interruption until it becomes all light back seat paradise of tranquility. Volvo Concept Universe is full of classic shapes, materials and textures, with a special touch to create a modern and luxurious.

"Volvo Universe Concept is exceptionally refined, but with all assets simplistic, making the Volvo Champions of the complication. There is a growing understanding of this brilliant mix of design and technology between the modern luxury car buyers. This trend paves the way for our success. We believe that our particular brand of luxury has a great future, "said Peter Horbury ends.

"Our goal is to be the brand that understands better what buyers want modern luxury car. We are anxious to hear what the most demanding customers in view of China, this luxurious concept. Later, we show design in Europe and the United States to bring the whole world that we are all models of cars, "said Stefan Jacoby, President and CEO, Volvo Car Corporation.

2011 Volvo XC90 SUV Review

The 2011 Volvo XC90 is a seven-passenger, midsize premium crossover SUV that comes in three trim levels: 3.2, 3.2 V8 R-Design.

The 3.2 comes with alloy wheels, 18 inches, rear parking sensors, power sunroof, leather, power front seats with memory settings for driver, wood interior trim, tri-zone automatic climate control, Bluetooth connectivity an auto-dimming mirror mirror and an audio system with eight speakers CD/MP3 player, satellite radio, auxiliary audio input and iPod / USB audio interface.

3.2 R-Design adds 19-inch wheels, sport suspension and steering, and various R-Design upgrades, such as athletic sports steering wheel with elegant cues and a special leather upholstery.
 

2011 Volvo XC90 SUV

The XC90 V8 R-Design accoutrements loses but wins exclusive 18-inch wheels, V8 engine, four wheels, lips and wings, color-keyed bodyside moldings, heated front seats, headlight washers, wipers, air system Special unique filtration and wooden posts of interior.

Every XC90 is eligible to receive the multimedia package, which includes a premium surround sound system for audio, rearview camera, navigation system and real-time traffic - on V8 models only - bi-xenon headlights. The climate package is available in the six-cylinder models, and adds heated front seats, headlight washers, wipers and an air filtration system. The 3.2 R-Design can be had with the dynamic package, which adds 20-inch wheels and bi-xenon adaptive.

The V8 Luxury Package adds only 19-inch wheels, enhanced functions, leather, massage and ventilation of the front seats, heated rear seats, leather door panels and center console lid and a wood-trimmed steering wheel. Stand-alone options include adaptive bi-xenon headlights, a blind spot warning and dual-screen rear entertainment.

Engines and performance

The 3.2 and 3.2 R-Design has a 3.2-liter inline 6-cylinder Maximum Power 240 hp and 236 lb-ft of torque. XC90 V8 engine gets a 4.4-liter V8 good for 311 horsepower and 325 lb.-ft. of torque. Both engines are mated to a six-speed automatic transmission with Driver Shift Control manual. XC90 3.2 models come standard with front-wheel drive is optional. The AWD system as standard on the XC90 V8.

In performance tests, recorded a sprint of 7.4 seconds from zero to 60 mph in the XC90 V8. Is respectable, but the 3.2 models are far less playful. Ratings fuel economy are average, ranging from 16 mpg mpg city/22 mpg highway and 18 combined with the 3.2 front-drive model to 14/21/16 mpg for the V8.
 

2011 Volvo XC90 SUV

Security

Standard safety features for the 2011 Volvo XC90 includes antilock brakes, stability control, side airbags for front seats, full-length side curtain airbags and front seat anti-whiplash. The optional blind spot warning light used to alert drivers of nearby vehicles.

The Volvo XC90 has not been evaluated by using the new government, the most difficult procedures in 2011 crash tests. However, his notes in 2010 (which are not comparable with these new tests) were a perfect five stars for all occupants. Similarly, the XC90 was rated "good", the highest possible, in ensuring road safety is frontal offset and side impact testing institute.
 

2011 Volvo XC90 SUV interior

Interior Design and Special Features

The cabin was written as Volvo XC90 was the move to its current elegant design aesthetic, and it has stood the test of time remarkably well. Virtually all materials are high quality and controls are elegant and intuitive. Intermediate position in the second row has an integrated child seat booster that slides forward, allowing easier access for children in the back.

Release in the quarters at the back are better than many competitors, even if it comes at the expense of legroom second row. The cargo capacity is just 8.8 cubic feet behind the third row, but it expands to a generous 93 cubic feet with second and third rows folded.

Driving Impressions

2011 Volvo XC90 is the base model 3.2-liter in-line-6 ​​is fighting with a loud voice to get this speed of heavy vehicles, just do not always have to move almost 5000 pounds. Performance and refinement of the V8 is worth a significant improvement with minimum fuel consumption. Both XC90 models walking quietly and smoothly on the road, but hardly athletic. 3.2 R-Design feels more buttoned up with the sport suspension and steering, but is saddled with smaller engines.

Volvo S60 R-Design T6 Review 2012

2012 Volvo S60 is a mid-size luxury sedan available in two trim levels - the T5 and T6 - that match the type of engine. T5 comes standard with 17-inch wheels, heated mirrors, cruise control, dual-zone automatic climate control, eight-way driver seat power, expanded memory and lumbar adjustment, power-folding rear headrests, leather-wrapped tilt and telescopic steering wheel, the T-Tec cloth upholstery, eight speakers and Bluetooth audio CD player, HD radio, satellite radio, auxiliary audio jack and iPod / USB audio interface. T6 wheels, more powerful engine and four-wheel drive as standard, plus 18 inches, sports suspension, steering tuning (includes selected options), leather seats and auto dimming rearview mirror.

2012 Volvo S60 R-Design T6

Premium Package brings with bi-xenon headlights, sunroof, eight-part, and the passenger seat, T5, leather seats and auto dimming rearview mirror. Climate Package adds heated front seats, heated windshield washers, auto wipers and headlamp washers. A multimedia package adds reverse camera, navigation system, real-time traffic information and a premium 12-speaker surround sound audio system. Technology Package adds adaptive cruise control, attention to the driver, warning of lane departure warning and collision warning system for pedestrian detection and automatic braking. Stand-alone options include blind spot warning system, front and rear parking sensors and keyless ignition / entry.

Available T5 dynamic package, which adds 18-inch wheels and T6 is a sport suspension and steering parameters selected. Available T6 is an adaptive suspension called Four-C, which has three driver-selectable parameters, and setting the frame of the Touring and T5 (toll free) 17-inch wheels.

Engines and performance

Front-wheel-drive 2012 Volvo S60 T5 can be a turbocharged 2.5-liter in-line-5 engine that produces 250 hp and 266 pound-feet of torque. A six-speed automatic is standard. Volvo estimates that the T5 to accelerate from zero to 60 mph 6.8 seconds. Estimated fuel economy is 20 mpg city/30 mpg highway and 23 mpg combined - has a power quite frugal.

S60 T6 AWD and a turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-6 ​​that produces 300 hp and 325 Nm of torque. A six-speed automatic is standard. Performance tests, the S60 T6, hit 60 mph 5.9 seconds - much like other AWD sedans over the same. Estimated fuel economy is built on 18/26/21.

2012 Volvo S60 R-Design T6

Security

Maintaining a sterling reputation in the protection of passengers in the Volvo, 2012 S60 comes standard with safety features, including antilock disc brakes, stability and traction control, front side seat airbags, full-length side curtain airbags , whiplash reducing front headrests and City Safety. These can help drivers avoid rear end with no other vehicles or stationary object at speeds of up to 19 mph by braking automatically if it does not react in time.

Optional (via the Package Technology) is Volvo's new pedestrian detection function, which can be applied to all the braking force (by reducing the speed to 22 mph), which allows you to avoid hitting the pedestrians, who are at least 31 cm high . This package also includes an electronic driver inattention alerts, Lane Departure Warning and the impending collision, the latter of which includes an automatic braking. Other security options include front and rear parking sensors and a half blind spot warning system.

2012 Volvo S60 R-Design T6 interior

Interior Design and Special Features

Interior materials of the 2012 Volvo S60 is on par with the rest of the class of the luxury sedan entry level. The more wear on the dashboard and the doors do not fit everyone, but we can not deny that the interior leather, vinyl and plastic materials are of quality. Volvo's unique take on the accents of wood and metal, also the cabin of the S60 personality than most of its rivals.

Simple dual temperature control, and call the icon "man of mode" will make the climate adjustments simple and intuitive. The audio system is quite easy to use, although a number of small buttons on the audio starts to look dated. Available DVD navigation system then removes the complexity of back-of-the-wheel controls the past, Volvo and more conventional dial-type controller. The interface works well in practice, however, is still Volvo's navigation software in a few years behind.

One of the front seats of Volvo, expect a great long-distance comfort and proper support. Unfortunately, the backseat is not so accommodating. The seats themselves are supportive, but the room space for the legs and the foot is tight for adults over the 5-foot-8. Competitors such as the C class and 3 series are of comparable size, but the Acura TL and Cadillac CTS are hospitable.

12 cubic feet capacity of the tribe is a little small for the class too, but a little more lift height for easy access to space. The two rear seats and folding front passenger seat, and there is a separate ski pass-through.

Driving Impressions

Volvo has come a long way in 2012 is characterized by S60 as 'bad', as if it were evil Sport Sedan. Joking aside, the 2012 Volvo S60 luxury sedan is a beautiful sophisticated and well educated, with a lot of power, if you go for five or six-cylinder turbo. This is a sure-footed comfort weighted operator with the steering, which feels a lot without being heavy.

The T6 engine is smooth and powerful and all-wheel drive system can transfer different degrees of power to each wheel to optimize traction and cornering or on slippery roads. The new base model T5, for its part, the lines along with luxury cars such as entry-level 328i and C300, as the nature turbo offers better low-end torque over its competitors aspirated V6.

2012 Volvo S60 Sedan Review

2012 Volvo S60 is a mid-size luxury sedan available in two trim levels - the T5 and T6 - that match the type of engine. T5 comes standard with 17-inch wheels, heated mirrors, cruise control, dual-zone automatic climate control, eight-way driver seat power, expanded memory and lumbar adjustment, power-folding rear headrests, leather-wrapped tilt and telescopic steering wheel, the T-Tec cloth upholstery, eight speakers and Bluetooth audio CD player, HD radio, satellite radio, auxiliary audio jack and iPod / USB audio interface. T6 wheels, more powerful engine and four-wheel drive as standard, plus 18 inches, sports suspension, steering tuning (includes selected options), leather seats and auto dimming rearview mirror.
 

2012 Volvo S60 Sedan

Premium Package adds bi-xenon headlights, a sunroof, an eight-way power seat passengers, and T5, leather and auto-dimming rearview mirror. Climate Package adds heated front seats, heated windshield washer, windshield wipers and headlamp washers. Multimedia package adds a rearview camera, a navigation system in real-time traffic and a premium 12-speaker surround sound system. The Technology Package adds adaptive cruise control, warning the driver's attention, channels Departure Warning, and Collision Warning with Auto Brake and pedestrian detection. Stand-alone options include a blind spot warning system, sensors front and rear parking and keyless ignition / entry.

Available T5 dynamic package, which adds 18-inch wheels and T6 is a sport suspension and steering parameters selected. Available T6 is an adaptive suspension called Four-C, which has three driver-selectable parameters, and setting the frame of the Touring and T5 (toll free) 17-inch wheels.

Engines and performance

The Volvo S60 T5 FWD 2012 gets a 2.5-liter turbocharged engine line-5 engine that produces 250 hp and 266 lb-ft of torque. A six-speed automatic transmission is standard. Volvo estimates that the T5 will accelerate from zero to 60 mph in 6.8 seconds. Estimated fuel economy is 20 mpg mpg city/30 mpg highway and 23 combined - very efficient due to its power.

S60 T6 AWD and a turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-6 ​​that produces 300 hp and 325 Nm of torque. A six-speed automatic is standard. Performance tests, the S60 T6, hit 60 mph 5.9 seconds - much like other AWD sedans over the same. Estimated fuel economy is built on 18/26/21.
 

2012 Volvo S60 Sedan

 Security

Maintain the reputation for sterling Volvo passenger protection, the 2012 S60 is loaded with standard safety features include antilock disc brakes, stability and traction control, side airbags for front seats, along the length of side curtain airbags, whiplash-reducing front head and City Safety. The latter can help the driver avoid a rear end another vehicle or stationary object at a speed of 19 kmh by automatically applying the brakes if it does not react in time.

Optional (via the Package Technology) is Volvo's new pedestrian detection function, which can be applied to all the braking force (by reducing the speed to 22 mph), which allows you to avoid hitting the pedestrians, who are at least 31 cm high . This package also includes an electronic driver inattention alerts, Lane Departure Warning and the impending collision, the latter of which includes an automatic braking. Other security options include front and rear parking sensors and a half blind spot warning system.
 

2012 Volvo S60 Sedan interior

Interior Design and Special Features

Interior materials of the 2012 Volvo S60 is on par with the rest of the class of the luxury sedan entry level. The more wear on the dashboard and the doors do not fit everyone, but we can not deny that the interior leather, vinyl and plastic materials are of quality. Volvo's unique take on the accents of wood and metal, also the cabin of the S60 personality than most of its rivals.

Simple dual temperature control, and call the icon "man of mode" will make the climate adjustments simple and intuitive. The audio system is quite easy to use, although a number of small buttons on the audio starts to look dated. Available DVD navigation system then removes the complexity of back-of-the-wheel controls the past, Volvo and more conventional dial-type controller. The interface works well in practice, however, is still Volvo's navigation software in a few years behind.

As expected of a Volvo, the front seats offer excellent comfort and long journey with the right support. Unfortunately, the rear seat is not so complacent. The seats themselves are supportive, but the legs and feet are limited to adults over 5 feet 8 inches. Competitors such as Class C and Series 3 are of similar size, but an Acura TL and Cadillac CTS is more welcoming.

Frame is a 12-cubic foot capacity is a bit 'low-class as well, but the height is low liftover easy access to space. Both rear seats and front passenger seat folded down, and there is a separate ski pass-through.

Driving Impressions

Volvo has made great efforts to characterize the S60 2012 as "villains" as if it were a sports sedan misbehaves. In short, the 2012 Volvo S60 luxury sedan is one. Comfortable, sophisticated and well-behaved with enough power if you go with five or six-cylinder turbocharged engine is a manager with a steering lock step with weight that feels substantial without being heavy.

The T6 engine is smooth and powerful and all-wheel drive system can transfer different degrees of power to each wheel to optimize traction and cornering or on slippery roads. The new base model T5, for its part, the lines along with luxury cars such as entry-level 328i and C300, as the nature turbo offers better low-end torque over its competitors aspirated V6.

Buying a New Car? Why Not Bundle A European Holiday

Did you know that there are holiday packages that bundle airfares, accommodation and cosmetic surgery? It�s a sort of incentive program for women (and some men) to have their surgery done overseas and is especially popular in Britain and Australia. Well, as some of you may already know, there are similar programs for people who want to buy a new car.
These so-called, �European Delivery Programs� are offered by companies as diverse as Audi, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Porsche and Volvo. Effectively you�re bundling a discount European vacation with your new car purchase.

Volvo announces three range extended EV concepts

Volvo Car Corporation develops Range Extenders for electric cars - adding 1,000 km extra range

Volvo Car Corporation is now taking the next step in the company's electrification strategy by producing test cars with Range Extenders - electric cars that are fitted with a combustion engine to increase their effective range.

The projects, supported by the Swedish Energy Agency and the EU, encompass three potential technology combinations. Tests of the various concepts will get under way in the first quarter of 2012.

"This is an exciting expansion of our increasing focus on electrification. Battery cost and size mean that all-electric cars still have a relatively limited operating range. With the Range Extender, the electric car has its effective range increased by a thousand kilometres - yet with carbon dioxide emissions below or way below 50 g/km," says Derek Crabb, Vice President Powertrain Engineering at the Volvo Car Corporation.

The company's technological developments in this area currently encompass three different technology combinations, with three-cylinder petrol engines being installed to complement electric drive to the front wheels. All the variants feature brake energy regeneration. The engines can run on both petrol and ethanol (E85).
Two of the solutions are based on the Volvo C30 Electric. In both cases, the standard battery pack has been somewhat reduced in size to make room for the combustion engine and its fuel tank.

Technical concept I: Volvo C30 with series-connected Range Extender

This is based on a C30 Electric with a three-cylinder combustion engine producing 60 horsepower (45 kW) installed under the rear load compartment floor. The car also has a 40 litre fuel tank.
The combustion engine is connected to a 40 kW generator. The power it generates is used primarily to drive the car's 111 horsepower (82 kW) electric motor, but the driver can also choose to let the generator charge the battery, thus increasing the car's operating range on electricity. The Range Extender increases the electric car's range by up to 1,000 km - on top of the 110 km range provided by the car's battery pack.

Technical concept II: Volvo C30 with parallel-connected Range Extender

Here the car gets a more powerful three-cylinder combustion engine at the rear and a 40 litre fuel tank. The difference between this and the first solution is the parallel connection, whereby the turbocharged 190 horsepower engine primarily drives the rear wheels via a six-speed automatic transmission. This gives a better fuel efficiency rating when driving with the combustion engine cruising on the highway. Via a 40kW generator the battery can also be charged to give the car increased range on electricity alone.
Here too the electric motor is a 111 hp (82 kW) unit. The two power sources give the car more than 300 hp in total, and acceleration from 0-100 km/h of less than six seconds.
The Range Extender increases the electric car's range by more than 1,000 km - in addition to the range of up to 75 km provided by the car's battery pack.

Technical concept III: Volvo V60 with parallel-connected Range Extender

This is a solution whereby the entire drive package is installed under the bonnet at the front. The 111 hp (80 kW) electric motor is supplemented with a three-cylinder petrol turbo engine producing 190 hp (140 kW), a two-stage automatic transmission and a 40 kW generator. Power from the combustion engine drives the front wheels via the gearbox and recharges the battery pack whenever needed.

Up to 50 km/h, the car is always powered solely by electricity. The combustion engine is activated at higher speeds. What is more, it charges the battery pack when its charge drops below a predetermined level.

The battery pack is located under the rear load floor and it gives the driver a range of 50 km on electricity alone. The car also has a 45 litre tank for petrol or E85.
With this technology, the Range Extender increases the car's total range by more than 1,000 kilometres.

CO2-lean driving pleasure and comfort

The series-hybrid Range Extender in the C30 is part of an EU project in which the Volvo Car Corporation is the only car manufacturer among eight partners. The company's two parallel-hybrid Range Extender solutions are being developed with a grant of SEK 10.8 million (EUR 1.2 million) from the Swedish Energy Agency.

"These three projects allow us to evaluate the Range Extender's various possibilities. As with the C30 Electric and V60 Plug-in Hybrid, the goal is to make the cars exceptionally CO2-lean without compromising on customer requirements such as comfort, driving pleasure and practicality," explains Derek Crabb.

Volvo to Extend Driving Range of its EVs by Going the Way of the Chevy Volt

Electric Vehicles, or EVs, are the future. Or so the automakers say. And they would be correct, if it wasn�t for a significant disadvantage over petrol or diesel powered models: their abysmal range which makes them suitable only for limited city use.
Volvo is taking measures to solve this problem and make its EVs attractive to the public by adding an extra 1,000 km (621 miles) to their range. The solution, which has also been adopted by other models such as the Chevrolet Volt and the Audi A1 E-Tron concept, is the addition of a �range extender� internal combustion engine.

Volvo Unveils S60 Performance Concept with 330HP

Volvo�s Australian arm has pulled the wraps off a conceptual performance version of its S60 sedan. Based on the S60 T6 R Design, the S60 Performance Concept is an Australian initiative and utilizes two partnerships within the Volvo family - Polestar and Heico - for some very discreet upgrades.

Junk TV: Netherland�s Worst Driver Confirms his Credentials

From the imaginative world of TV reality shows comes our next story. The show in question is �Wie wordt De Allerslechtste Chauffeur Van Nederland?� which is Dutch for �Who is the Worst Driver in The Netherlands?�
However, once you watch the video after the break, you may considering an alternative title in the likes of �Who is the Most Idiotic Reality TV Show Producer in the World� since the enlightened creators of the show came up with the fabulous idea of testing Netherlands' most incompetent drivers on an unsafe course.

Volvo S60 Performance project

Volvo S60 Performance project

Just yesterday we read the strong possibility of C30 PCP polestar production.
And now the Volvo teams up with Polestar and Heico for S60 performance project.

This is unique model based on the T6 R-Design and features a Integrated sports exhaust system and 19" Inch 7-Spokes Heico alloy-wheels with a Pirelli tires.
Under the bonnet, Polestar installed a new revised ECU system.
The S60 is boosted with a 3.0-liter turbocharged engine with an output power of 325HP horsepower and a 480Nm (354 lb-ft) of torque.

The Volvo Australia say if there's enough demand then, it could offer the Sportier sedan through its own dealership network.

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Volvo S60 Performance project Engine

Volvo S60 Performance project Exhaust

Volvo S60 Performance project Interior 01

Volvo S60 Performance project Interior 02

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VOLVO S60 PERFORMANCE PROJECT COLLABORATION

VOLVO S60

After announcing a willingness to create a sports division , Volvo S60 officially Performance Project, developed in collaboration with Polestar and Heico : developed on specific Australian division of the Swedish, the car is based on S60 T6 R Design .

Polestar has taken steps to revisit the electronic engine: the car now develops 325 hp instead of 300 and delivers 480 Nm of torque well (+40). Heico has been rather busy to provide the means of beautifully burnished alloy wheels 19 and a completely new exhaust to bring out the tone of the engine.


Like the R Design from which even the S60 Performance Project presents new sports suspension that lowers the entire car body by 15 mm, with stiffer springs, 15% with 20% of the bushes harder than the S60 with dynamic suspension. A Design of origin also internal reasons. The car could go into production soon: a small number will be made only after assessing the customer demand. It is unclear whether any will be sold in other markets.

Volvo to launch C30 PCP [with new performance line]

Volvo to launch C30 PCP [with new performance line]

Now the Volvo is planning in the performance division to launch a hot and powerful hatch model of the C30 and a Concept model has been already bulit to see the public interest towards this model. It is developed by Polestar, the team is responsible for the Volvo's entry in Swedish Turing Car Championship. The features of Concept model is a four-wheel drive system, and it is boosted with a five-cylinder turbo engine with an output power of 399Bhp.
Acceleration : 0 - 62mph [100 km/h] In just less than five-seconds.
The production model will be wearing a new PCP badge [Performance Concept Prototype]. If the project is approved then the production is limited to 500-units and it will be priced around £50,000.

Report: Owners Leasing Cars May Be Able to Make a Profit

With the recent surge in used car prices in the U.S., many people leasing vehicles have discovered the surprising fact that the market value of their automobiles is greater than the dealer�s quoted residual (buyout) price.
All a would-be lessee needs to do is buy the car from the dealer and sell it on privately. The dealer gets the residual amount and the former lessee pockets a tidy sum.
Take the example of a 2008 Volvo XC90. With more than twelve months left on the lease, the dealer�s buyout price was a quoted US$18,500. Compare this to the amount the lessee was likely to get by selling the car privately: a far more substantial US$27,000. That�s a profit of US$8,500!

Volvo C30 BEV (2011) [Reviews]

Volvo presented a prototype electric car ready in September 2009. Volvo C30 BEV (Battery Electric Vehicle), which is now exhibited at the Salon of 2010 North American International Auto in Detroit he took a new step in the development process. It is equipped with an interior that is both complete and full instrumentation, and battery conditioning improved.

"The first prototype has allowed us to identify the main technological challenges, such as packaging of the battery and safety issues. We solved these problems without compromising the Volvo C30 is cool and fun to drive personality. I am very pleased with the outcome. Electricity Volvo C30 BEV in Detroit is a much more complete product, "explains Lennart Stegland, director of Volvo Cars Special Vehicles.

The next step in 2010 is a series of factory-built test cars. Selected users will run the test fleet for a trial period of two years to provide Volvo Cars with valuable experience. Not only technically but also in behavior.

The Swedish Energy Agency supports the project by contributing SEK 150 million towards its funding.

Valuable data on the field

A pure electric car has different characteristics compared to a car with a combustion engine. Now experts from Volvo will be able to study how users respond to these differences.

"Our data on the test fleet will be of great value for Volvo Cars of developing electric cars. It will also provide crucial information for planning of infrastructure and help define the services needed to make rechargeable cars can choose the most attractive in the future, "says Lennart Stegland.

New tools and graphics

E-C30, Volvo C30 looks like a normal, and offers exactly the same safety, comfort and capacity than other models. The most obvious difference inside the car are new tools in front of the driver. Monitor and the graphics are a little 'different from a traditional Volvo. A cool and easy to use screens of the instrument, in principle, only the speed and power consumption. But there are also a number of new symbols, such as the battery meter and other relevant information of this type of vehicle.

Driving experience is also a different class than a conventional car. Electric Volvo C30 BEV does not have the speed and the engine power is delivered smoothly, with full power available immediately. "Sailing along almost without sound is a very special experience. The power is there immediately. We need to spend a lot of time to evaluate the transmission system, which is both comfortable and safe for the driver to manage and use the same capacity battery optimally at different speeds ", says Lennart Stegland.

Adjust C30 - all the fun, but without the emissions

The electric motor uses about one fourth as much energy as the engine of fossil fuels. This great interest in the energy efficiency of electric vehicles increases in fuel prices and requirements for low CO2 emissions of more stringent.

Volvo C30 shown in Detroit powered by a lithium-ion battery, which can be downloaded via a standard household outlet, or along the road special charging stations. Charge the battery fully takes about eight hours. If the car is recharged with renewable electricity, CO2 emissions could be almost zero well-to-wheel perspective.

Top speed with a fully charged battery is about 130 km / h (81 mph). Acceleration from 0 to 60 km / h in under 11 seconds. Range of the car is 150 km (94 miles). This covers the needs of commuting more than 90 percent of all motorists in Europe.

Like all other Volvos

The electric motor is installed under the hood when the batteries (24 kWh) is mounted on the drive shaft tunnel and the space normally occupied by the fuel tank, and from outside the passenger compartment deformation zones.

"Moreover, they are well encapsulated and the structure around them has been strengthened. Electric vehicles are another interesting challenge in our commitment to building the safest cars in the world. An electric-powered Volvo should be as safe as any other new Volvo. These same standards also apply to the ownership, operation and protection in an accident, "says Thomas Broberg, Senior Safety Advisor, Volvo Cars.

Market Outlook for Electricity

When it comes to the only power cars, there are several factors that determine their use in the future. "Consumers must feel that this type of car is attractive both to drive and own. That's why electric cars should be as comfortable and safe and offer the same kind of results that cars with alternative energy sources, "says Paul Gustavsson, director of the electrification strategy at Volvo Cars, we believe in this technology, and our field test to demonstrate that electric cars have a significant market potential. "However, by offering a car is not attractive enough. It is also necessary in the first place is a system of grants to do. Electric car battery technology is affordable to expensive car buyers, we hope that the authorities and the rest of the Volvo Cars will follow in our "Drive to Zero". - Volvo Cars journey to zero emissions "