The latest Volvo stories

Discover all the latest news from the heart of Volvo. From exclusive details of our new concept cars and product launches, to independent reviews of our vehicles – if it happens, you'll find it here.

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1/10/2005

Volvo XC90 gets the state-of-the-art V8 powertrain

• The first V8 from Volvo Cars – and extremely compact
• Transversely installed for optimum protective safety 
• 4.4 litres and 232 kW/315 hp (311 SAE)
• 440 Nm at 3900 r/min
• First launch of a petrol V8 meeting ULEV II
• Exclusive engine design
• New 6-speed automatic transmission
• AWD with Instant Traction™ for enhanced ability...

Technology
2/14/2005

Inscription™ – exclusive new interiors from Volvo for customers with individual tastes

• New scope for highly personal design choices.
• Eight alternative upholsteries with several contrasting colours.

Design
9/12/2005

The all new Volvo C70 – both a convertible and a coupe

• A second-generation convertible from Volvo Cars
• Electrically-operated retractable hardtop
• Youthful, technology-inspired interior
• Space and comfort for four adults

Model News
9/12/2005

The all new Volvo C70 – Volvo’s new convertible fitted with a world-class sound system

• Output of 910 W
• Digital technology offers perfect sound
• Dual active subwoofers behind the backrests
• Dynaudio® speakers with an international reputation
• The sound is adjusted automatically when the roof is folded down...

Model News
11/29/2005

Volvo starts production of ethanol-powered cars

Volvo Cars has started the production of FlexiFuel cars, powered by engines running on E85...

Environment
12/12/2005

Volvo iPod Adapter - Volvo opens up to iPod users

Your entire music archive in the car’s audio system...

Technology
1/4/2006

Volvo C30 Design Concept – a smaller Volvo in a nimble and muscular package

At the Detroit Motor Show in early January, Volvo Cars opens the door to the future...

Model News
1/31/2006

The all new Volvo S80 challenges the class leaders with Scandinavian luxury

Volvo is now unveiling the first pictures of the all new Volvo S80.
The S80 makes its entry onto the market with a dynamic design language, firm focus on high comfort, smooth driving ...

Model News
9/28/2006

The new Volvo C30 - Young, dynamic people with intense lives get “a Volvo of their own”

 A cool car for active people • Sporty four-seater with glass ...

Model News
10/30/2006

500,000 Volvo S60 have now been produced in the Ghent plant

A milestone, 500,000 Volvo S60 produced, was reached on Wednesday 25 ...

Model News
10/31/2006

Sweden’s hottest Volvo set to light up Sin City at the 2006 SEMA tradeshow in Las Vegas

Custom-built 600 horsepower Volvo Amazon thunders into the ...

Design
11/8/2006

Volvo Cars is expanding its range of bioethanol-powered FlexiFuel cars

Volvo Cars is launching FlexiFuel models powered by renewable ...

Model News
11/10/2006

Hat trick for Volvo Cars’ In-house Magazine

Agenda Magazine, the in-house magazine at Volvo Car Corporation, did ...

Corporate
11/17/2006

Tough man lands softly with help from Volvo Cars

Swiss-born Oliver Keller is one of the leading stuntmen in Hollywood ...

Safety
11/22/2006

Volvo XC90 and Volvo C30 Voted Auto Trophy Winners

Cologne. Volvo Car Corporation was successful among the 2006 Auto ...

Model News
11/22/2006

2007 Volvo XC90 Rated Top Safety Pick by IIHS - highest safety award by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety

The Volvo SUV was among 13 vehicles earning TOP SAFETY PICK awards for ...

Safety
11/23/2006

Volvo Motor Sport Goes Green

Volvo Cars Sweden has set its sights on winning the Swedish Touring ...

Environment
11/29/2006

All Wheel Drive and six cylinders a new combination for the Volvo S80

Also the six-cylinder models of the new Volvo S80 can from now on be ...

Model News
12/1/2006

City Safety: Volvo Cars presents a unique system for avoiding collisions at low speeds

Volvo Cars unveils a unique system that can help the car driver avoid ...

Technology
12/14/2006

The XC60 Project – delivering a capable and charismatic crossover from Volvo

The Volvo XC60 Concept takes centre stage at the Detroit Motor Show, ...

Concept Cars
12/14/2006

The XC60 Concept - a glimpse of the next Volvo XC - and of the future design language.

The XC60 Concept is very much a car for the future. It not only ...

Concept Cars
2/1/2007

Volvo C30 tops readers’ choice in “The best cars of 2007”

Cologne, Germany. The new Volvo C30 continues a series of successes: ...

Model News
2/2/2007

The all-new V70 - more luxurious, sportier and versatile

The all-new Volvo V70 is the third generation of Volvo’s best-selling estate car...

Model News
2/2/2007

The all-new Volvo V70 – still number one in the estate car segment

• Maintaining leadership in the segment
• Elevated combination of ...

Model News
2/2/2007

Refined Scandinavian design gives the all-new Volvo V70 even more star quality

• Dose of luxury increases the premium look and feel
• More sporty exterior – without compromising functionality

Model News
2/8/2007

The car of the future—a personal assistant

It happens on occasion that someone invents a "gadget" that everyone ...

Technology
3/5/2007

Strong sales start for Volvo Cars in 2007

The two first months of 2007 shows a sales increase of 9.7 percent for Volvo Car Corporation globally compared with the same period 2006. In Europe the sales increase is up by 13.7 percent. The positive sales trend started already during the fourth quarter last year, with an increase of more than five percent, and then continued with strong global ...

Media
3/5/2007

The all-new Volvo XC70 - ongoing capable success in a refined package

When the first XC model from Volvo Cars took to the roads in 1996, it was not only an immediate sales success; it also carved out an entirely new Cross Country segment.

Model News
3/5/2007

The all-new Volvo XC70 - more refined appearance but still ready for tough adventures

The all-new Volvo XC70 has admittedly dressed up for a luxurious night out in town, but its appetite for exciting adventure is as large as ever.

Model News
3/5/2007

All-new XC70 generation with sportier attitude and greater capability

The all-new Volvo XC70 is the third generation of Volvo's capable cross-country model. Improved child safety with a world innovation:Advanced drive systems contribute to ...

Model News
4/22/2007

A victory for Volvo and a victory for the environment!

Volvo Original Racing won the first leg of the Swedish Touring Car Championship - the STCC - at Sturup Raceway in Skåne. Truly a historic moment! Through its success ...

Sports
5/8/2007

New drivelines in the Volvo S80 T6 turbo with AWD

The Volvo S80 is now available with the six-cylinder, 285 hp T6 performance engine with All Wheel Drive that was first introduced in the all-new Volvo V70 in March 2007...

Model News
5/11/2007

Children should travel rearward facing until they are three-four years

Small children should travel in rearward facing child restraints for as long as possible, at least until they are three to four years old. Older children should use a...

Safety
5/11/2007

Safety for the pregnant driver and her unborn child

If a pregnant woman uses her safety belt correctly, the foetal injury risk is reduced significantly. This knowledge stems from Volvo Cars' research on car safety for unborn babies and ...

Safety
5/31/2007

Volvo C70 gets top result in recent crash test

The Volvo C70 earned the US Insurance Institute for Highway Safety's (IIHS) Top Safety Pick award for superior crash protection...

Safety
8/3/2007

Volvo Cars global sales up 8.8 per cent in July

Volvo Car Corporation performed a strong sales increase in July compared to the same month 2006. Europe was up 12.8 per cent, Japan up 24 per cent, Russia up 66.9 and China up 148.1 per cent...

Media
8/28/2007

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 ...

Safety
8/28/2007

Volvo Cars introduces new systems for alerting tired and unconcentrated drivers

Driver Alert Control - unique technology that alerts tired and unconcentrated drivers Lane Departure Warning - alerts the driver if the car crosses one of the road markings without an obvious reason ...

Safety
9/3/2007

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 ...

Safety
9/10/2007

Volvo S80 High Performance version flexes its muscles at SEMA in Las Vegas

German tuning and motor sport experts Heico Sportiv has developed a spectacular high-performance version of the Volvo S80...

Sports
9/10/2007

Special-version Volvo C30 surfs to Las Vegas and SEMA

A surf-pattern exterior, a stunning orange dream interior and 0-100 km/h in 5.4 seconds...

Sports
1/11/2008

Volvo Cars launches Powershift - Two Transmissions in One

Fully-automatic and sequential six-speed transmission Twin wet clutches give extremely fast and smooth changes About eight percent lower fuel consumption Optimised for powerful diesel engines

Technology
1/11/2008

Spice up your Volvo XC90 with R-design - the choice for customers with a refined taste

Volvo Cars' R-design programme - a sporty factory-fitted option package - is now also available for the Volvo XC90.
R-design is tailor made for customers who want a car with refined attributes.
The package is also available for the Volvo C30, Volvo S40 and Volvo V50.

Design
1/11/2008

Volvo Car Corporation presents new technologies to avoid collisions with cars and pedestrians

Recently, Volvo Cars has presented new smart solutions that will help to avoid collisions. They include a feature that brakes automatically if a pedestrian steps out in front of the car. Read More...

Safety
1/11/2008

Volvo ReCharge Concept: Plug-in hybrid with battery-only range of 60 miles - and a combustion diesel engine for backup power

The Volvo ReCharge Concept is a plug-in hybrid with individual electric wheel motors and batteries that can be recharged via a regular electrical outlet for maximum environmental benefit.

Concept Cars
2/2/2008