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Volvo Dream Road Trip Contest Launched on Pinterest – Video
Volvo has kicked off a Pinterest-based contest, where pinners can create a pinboard named ‘Volvo Joyride’ and pin the S60 T5 AWD along with their dream road trip destination in hopes of making it a reality.
2013 Volvo S80 XC70 Models Recalled for TPMS Issue
Volvo is recalling 300 of its 2013 S80 and XC70 cars because of a flaw with the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) that could potentially prevent the system from notifying the driver of an over- or under-inflated tire.
Saab Sale Complete, Will Spawn New EV in 2014
After the recent sale of Saab to National Electric Vehicle Sweden (NEVS), there were still some issues regarding the use of the griffin head logo, but now that has been resolved, and NEVS will move forward with its plan to build electric vehicles on existing Saab platforms.
Saab Owners Turning to Honda, Volkswagen: Study
Now that Saab is officially bankrupt, owners of aging Saab models are looking for new cars to purchase and enjoy. A recent study conducted by Polk reveals which automakers Saab owners have defected to.
Volvo Raising Money to Fight Childhood Cancer
Volvo Cars of North America will be launching an ongoing program starting September 1 where every purchase of a new Volvo from a participating retailer will net a $10 donation to Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation (ALSF).
Volvo V40 Rated Safest Ever in European NCAP Test
Is it really that surprising that a Volvo model scored record-setting performance on a crash safety test? The Swedish automaker has built its brand on the premise of safety first, and its all-new V40 model passed the European NCAP collision test with flying colors.
Risk of Injury in a Volvo Drops 50 Percent Since 2000
Give credit to Volvo, the Swedish automaker has emphasized safety through all its years and continues to do so while other automakers focus on performance or fuel efficiency.
BMW Suing Saab Automobile Parts for $3.2 Million
Saab may be bankrupt, but that isn’t stopping BMW from suing its Saab Automobile Parts division for $3.2 million plus interest for unpaid deliveries.
GM, Isuzu, Saab Recall SUVs for Power Window Fix
Over 249,000 SUVs are being recalled for a possible fire risk with the window and door lock switches for vehicles sold or registered in 20 states and Washington, D.C. where salt and other chemicals are used to clear roads in the winter.
Model Sues Volvo, Hertz for Portraying Her as an Escort
30-year-old model Carolyn Giles is suing Volvo, Hertz, and the Ford Models modeling agency for using her photos without consent and portraying her as a Swedish escort on a website called Fast Impressions.
2012 Volvo S60 Earns Top Rating in IIHS New Crash Test – Video
With the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) implementing new crash safety tests, many luxury models that were tested didn’t earn acceptable results. One of the models that did however, was the 2012 Volvo S60, which earned the highest rating of “good”.
Spyker Sues GM for $3 Billion Over Saab Buyout
Here we go again. Just when we thought the Saab buyout saga would be coming to a quiet conclusion, Dutch automaker Spyker has filed a lawsuit against General Motors on behalf of Saab, accusing GM of intentionally driving Saab into bankruptcy.
Saab Sale Delayed
News broke back in early June that Saab would be sold to National Electric Vehicle Sweden (NEVS), but it appears that the official and final takeover will be delayed at least a month, if not more.
Koenigsegg Accessory Line: From Scale Models to Teddy Bears
Affording a Koenigsegg supercar is probably not in every person’s budget, but passionate fans of the Swedish supercar maker can now scoop themselves up some affordable brand accessories.
Spyker Likely to go Bust Without New Investors
Left languishing in the wake of Saab’s failure, Swedish luxury supercar maker Spyker desperately needs investors to stay afloat but it may be too much to ask for the company to overcome its current catch-22.
Volvo V40 Polestar in the Works
The Volvo S60 Polestar Performance Concept debuted with 508 hp, garnering the attention of automotive enthusiasts worldwide. So much so that the Swedish automaker has decided to do a very limited production run.
Volvo S80 Recalled for Transmission Issues
Volvo is recalling roughly 1,469 S80’s for a software error that can affect the transmission.
Volvo Safety Features Under Testing for Future
Volvo, the company known for innovating safety, is testing three new features for its life-preserving repertoire: autonomous driving, animal detection and intersection support.
1966 Volvo P1800S Draws Close to 3,000,000 Miles
Irvin Gordon loves his 1966 Volvo P1800S; so much in fact that the pair is close to traveling 3,000,000 miles together.
Volvo Shows Off Future Safety Systems – Videos
Volvo is looking towards the future, working on three new safety systems that feature technology to help make our roads a safer place.
Volvo Fined $1.5 Million For Delay in Reporting Defects
Volvo has agreed to pay a $1.5 million fine because it failed to report safety defects to the federal government in a timely manner.
2013 Volvo S60 Gets Improved Acceleration, Priced from $32,645
The 2013 Volvo S60 has received plenty of tweaks, but with it comes a slight increase in price with the T5 model getting a $470 jump, while the T6 model is now $2,020 more than its 2012 counterpart.
Saab’s New Owner Seeks Rights to Name and Logo
The new owner of Swedish company Saab is seeking the rights to use the Saab name and logo on a new generation of electric cars.
Volvos Are Too Complicated: CEO Says
Things get complex when you put safety tech innovation first, or so Volvo boss Stefan Jacoby is finding as the brand’s cars get increasingly confusing to use.
