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FROM CONCEPT TO CULT - FAREWELL TO THE VOLVO C30

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 10:00:00

As the Volvo C30 comes to the end of the road, Volvo Cars takes a look back and celebrates the success of the sporty hatchback that sold almost 210,000 cars worldwide - with one in seven sold in the UK.

Global crowdsourcing initiative on Facebook shapes future versions of Volvo on Call

Fri, 31 May 2013 09:00:00

A global crowd souring initiative on Volvo Cars global and local Facebook pages was conducted during the start of 2013. The answers were collected as part of the developing process of future versions of the Volvo on Call mobile application. Over 1 million Facebook fans saw the initiative and thousands participated, clearly displaying the needs and dreams of drivers for future mobile applications.

Volvo Cars' pioneering work on pedestrian protection wins Global NCAP Innovation Award

Thu, 30 May 2013 11:00:00

Volvo Car Group's pioneering work on pedestrian protection has been rewarded with the 2013 Global NCAP Innovation Award. The prize was received by Prof. Lotta Jakobsson, Senior Technical Specialist Safety at Volvo Cars Safety Centre, at the Enhanced Safety of Vehicles (ESV) Conference in Seoul, South Korea, today.

PIONEERING TECHNOLOGY FROM VOLVO DRIVES FLEET SAFETY FORWARDS

Tue, 21 May 2013 12:30:00

Cutting-edge technology and innovation that protects company car drivers have helped Volvo win another prestigious award at the 2013 Fleet World Honours.

Volvo Cars teams up with Swedish House Mafia members

Fri, 17 May 2013 09:00:00

Volvo Cars and the members of the DJ trio Swedish House Mafia have together created a unique music video based on a brand new version of the Swedish House Mafia's hit song "Leave the World Behind". The video world premieres today at 8.30 pm CET. This song and video will also be the leading theme in Volvo's upcoming global launch campaign of the new Volvo XC60.

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

Thu, 16 May 2013 09:00:00

Volvo Car Group (Volvo Cars) is ramping up production of its world-first V60 Plug-in Diesel Hybrid by 90 per cent to cope with strong demand for the cars across Europe.

WIDER USED CAR SELEKT-ION AS VOLVO RESPONDS TO CHANGING CONSUMER BEHAVIOUR

Tue, 14 May 2013 10:00:00

Volvo Car UK has announced an extension to its Approved Used Car Programme to include vehicles up to seven-years-old.

NEW DESIGN, ENHANCED EQUIPMENT AND LOWER EMISSIONS FOR 2014 VOLVO MODELS

Wed, 08 May 2013 10:00:00

Six new Volvo models featuring revised styling, additional equipment and reduced CO2 emissions are set to arrive at dealerships nationwide.

New TfL Congestion Charge Policy and Company Car Tax changes further enhance the long-term appeal of the Volvo V60 Plug-in Hybrid

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 10:00:00

With CO2 emissions of just 48g/km, the Volvo V60 D6 AWD will still benefit from the newly confirmed Ultra Low Emission Discount (ULED) for London's Congestion Charge scheme when the new limit of 75g/km of CO2 comes into force on 1st July 2013. Recent announcements regarding taxation of diesel hybrid cars mean it will also continue to benefit from being in the lowest BIK tax band.

Volvo Cars tests of flywheel technology confirm fuel savings of up to 25 per cent

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 09:00:00

Volvo Car Group has completed extensive testing of kinetic flywheel technology on public roads - and the results confirm that this is a light, cheap and very eco-efficient solution.

Volvo Car Group launches world-first injection technology in the new VEA engine family

Mon, 08 Apr 2013 09:00:00

Volvo Car Group's new engine family VEA (Volvo Engine Architecture) will be launched this autumn with world-first i-ART technology that helps to cut fuel consumption in the new diesel engines.

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

Wed, 27 Mar 2013 01:00:00

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 329 hp.

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

Wed, 27 Mar 2013 01:00:00

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.

New low emission D2 automatic and T2 petrol join the all-new Volvo V40 range

Thu, 14 Mar 2013 09:00:00

An extended offer with further CO2 reductions are the major driveline news on the model year 2014 Volvo V40s. Buyers of the V40 also have the opportunity to choose the new Sensus Connected Touch system with unique on-line possibilities, including voice-activated Spotify.

Team Volvo Brings Home the Medals

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 10:00:00

Volvo Car UK's semi-pro bobsleigh team took a commendable third place finish at the British Bobsleigh Championships in Igls, Austria on Saturday 9 March 2013 with an impressive combined finish time of 1:49:48 over two runs.

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

Wed, 06 Mar 2013 08:00:00

Volvo Car Group today launches an 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 Car Group reveals world-first Cyclist Detection with full auto brake in Geneva

Tue, 05 Mar 2013 10:45:00

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.

VOLVO'S WORLD FIRST PLUG-IN DIESEL HYBRID RECEIVES THE GOVERNMENT'S PLUG-IN CAR GRANT APPROVAL

Fri, 01 Mar 2013 10:00:00

The world's first diesel plug-in hybrid, the Volvo V60 D6 AWD, has received approval for the Government's Plug-In Car Grant (PICG) which is designed to offer incentives for buyers to choose new ultra-low carbon cars. In this scheme, buyers will receive a £5000 grant towards the purchase price of the vehicle, meaning it will be available with an on-the-road price of £43,775.

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

Wed, 27 Feb 2013 09:00:00

The new Volvo S60, V60 and XC60 can be fitted with an innovation that makes driving in the dark safer and more comfortable: the renewed Active High Beam Control.

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

Tue, 19 Feb 2013 05:01:00

New design focusing on quality and attention to detail. Fuel consumption down to a class-leading 70.6mpg and CO2 emissions of just 106 g/km in the Volvo S60. New, more comfortable sport seats. Sensus Connected Touch system with unique on-line possibilities. Permanent high beam with groundbreaking technology

The new Volvo S80, V70 and XC70: Exclusive sophistication on a new level

Tue, 19 Feb 2013 05:00:00

Focus on elegant, sophisticated design and attention to detail. Fuel consumption down to class-leading 68.9mpg in the Volvo S80. New, intuitive Sensus Connected Touch system. Enhanced IntelliSafe systems. Active High Beam Control for more relaxed driving at night.

VOLVO IMPROVES CO2, FUEL ECONOMY AND BIK BANDINGS ON AUTOMATICS

Mon, 11 Feb 2013 01:00:00

Extensive CO2 and fuel efficiency gains with no price changes on new automatic Volvos are set to deliver significant savings to company car drivers and their employers.

On the 30th anniversary of the UK mandatory seatbelt law, Volvo looks ahead to Vision 2020

Thu, 31 Jan 2013 01:00:00

Thirty years to the day since the introduction of the mandatory seatbelt law, and over 50 years since Volvo first developed the three-point seatbelt, the Swedish carmaker continues to lead the way with innovative safety technology working towards its Vision 2020 that nobody will be killed or seriously injured in or by a new Volvo by 2020.

A New Look with Added Features for Volvo's Award Winning On Call Smartphone Application

Wed, 23 Jan 2013 10:00:00

Volvo's award-winning mobile app, Volvo On Call, has been further enhanced for 2013 with a new design, extra features and added vehicle connectivity.

Volvo's new test drive programme gives fleets and drivers freedom to drive

Wed, 16 Jan 2013 10:00:00

Volvo Car UK has begun taking bookings for its' new test drive programme, Freedom. In line with Volvo's ‘Designed Around You' brand strategy, it has been created not only to give as much flexibility to the driver in terms of location, timing and car choice, but also to provide test routes planned around the individual's regular driving needs.

Volvo Car Corporation ramps up production of the world's first diesel plug-in hybrid

Mon, 19 Nov 2012 09:00:00

Volvo Car Corporation is now ramping up production of the new Volvo V60 Plug-in Hybrid. After the initial batch of 1,000 model year 2013 cars, production will increase to 4,000-6,000 cars as of model year 2014.

THE ALL-NEW VOLVO V40 RANGE - LOW-EMISSION LUXURY WITHOUT COMPROMISE

Fri, 09 Nov 2012 11:00:00

The all-new Volvo V40 range has given its premium hatchback competition its toughest test yet, thanks to a unique blend of low-emission luxury with no restrictions on equipment or specification level.

Double win for the Volvo V40 at the Scottish Car of the Year Awards 2012

Sat, 13 Oct 2012 09:00:00

Volvo's all-new V40 has been named 'Best Executive Hatchback' at the 2012 Scottish Car of the Year Awards, judged and hosted by the Association of Scottish Motoring Writers, held at the Thistle Glasgow hotel on Friday 12th October.

VOLVO CELEBRATES INTERNATIONAL VEHICLE SECURITY AWARD WIN

Fri, 12 Oct 2012 10:00:00

Volvo has won the coveted International Vehicle Security Award at the 2012 Thatcham Security Awards.

All-New Volvo V40 R-Design and Cross Country Pricing Announced

Tue, 09 Oct 2012 09:00:00

Volvo Car UK has today announced the pricing of the all-new Volvo V40 R-Design and Volvo V40 Cross Country. Starting from £22,295 and £22,595 respectively, Volvo is now able to offer both a more sports inspired and a more rugged looking take on the V40.

CITY SAFETY LOWERS INSURANCE RATING FOR ALL-NEW VOLVO V40

Tue, 02 Oct 2012 01:00:00

The all-new Volvo V40 will be given a lower insurance rating following extensive testing of the model's City Safety technology at the renowned industry research centre in Thatcham, Berkshire.

Volvo Car Corporation launches V40 Cross Country

Wed, 19 Sep 2012 09:00:00

The V40 Cross Country premium crossover combines class-leading driving dynamics and a rugged personality with low emissions and pioneering safety technology.

Volvo Car Corporation launches the V40 R-Design: Dynamic drive with sports inspired looks

Wed, 12 Sep 2012 09:00:00

Launched at The 2012 Paris Motor Show in stunning Rebel Blue, the new Volvo V40 R-Design is a perfect match for those who want a head-turner that radiates a truly stylish and dynamic look.

Volvo S80 wins Professional Driver Car of the Year 2012 title

Wed, 05 Sep 2012 10:00:00

Volvo has achieved a stunning double victory in the Professional Driver 2012 awards, with the S80 claiming both the Executive Car of the Year and overall Car of the Year 2012 crowns.

Record-breaking safety rating for the all-new Volvo V40 in Euro NCAP test

Wed, 29 Aug 2012 11:00:00

The all-new Volvo V40 has received the top rating of five stars in the Euro NCAP collision test. The overall result is the best ever recorded by the institute.

NEW VOLVO MODELS DO THE BUSINESS FOR COMPANY CAR DRIVERS

Mon, 13 Aug 2012 10:00:00

Volvo Car UK announces the launch of Business Edition models in the S60, V60 and V70 line-ups with features aimed specifically at the business driver.

VOLVO HELPS DRIVERS COMBAT HAYFEVER

Thu, 09 Aug 2012 10:00:00

Volvo has gone a long way to helping hay fever sufferers reduce their symptoms whilst in a car by fitting all of its models with either an Air Quality System (AQS) or Pollen Filter, as standard.

CAP PARTNERS WITH VOLVO CAR UK TO LAUNCH UNIQUE CAR COMPARISON TOOL

Wed, 08 Aug 2012 10:00:00

A unique car comparison tool has been developed by CAP exclusively for Volvo Car UK and its customers.

Volvo presents the all-new V40 and the world's first plug-in diesel hybrid V60 for the first time in the UK at the Goodwood Festival of Speed

Mon, 25 Jun 2012 10:00:00

Volvo will be showcasing it's latest offerings to the public with the first UK viewing of its new five-door hatchback, the Volvo V40, and the world's first plug-in diesel hybrid, the Volvo V60 D6 AWD, at this years Moving Motorshow and Goodwood Festival of Speed, held between the 28th June and 1st July 2012 in the grounds of Goodwood House.

SARTRE road train premiere on public roads

Mon, 28 May 2012 09:00:00

For the first time a road train comprising Volvo vehicles plus one truck operated on a public motorway.

Volvo's Safety World First Set To Help Further Reduce the 1.3 Million People Killed On Roads

Wed, 23 May 2012 09:00:00

The revolutionary new airbag is launched one year after Volvo, as a strategic partner of the Parliamentary Advisory Council for Transport Safety (PACTS), joined road safety experts and MPs to set the blueprint in the UK for safer roads over the next 10 years with the launch of the United Nations Decade of Action for Road Safety. Volvo's new Pedestrian Airbag will go some way to help further reduce the number of fatalities involving pedestrians, currently 14 per cent in Europe and 25 per cent in China.

PRODUCTION OF THE ALL-NEW VOLVO V40 STARTS WITH A WARM WELCOME FROM RESIDUAL FORECASTERS

Tue, 15 May 2012 10:00:00

The all-new Volvo V40 has received a warm welcome from the fleet industry just as it opens its order book. Leasing companies and future value guides who have already had detailed previews of the car are positive about Volvo's new five-door hatchback with residual values, demand and desirability all predicted as being strong.

VOLVO CAR UK ANNOUNCES PRICING OF THE ALL-NEW VOLVO V40

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 10:00:00

Starting at just £19,745 on the road, the all-new Volvo V40 enters the premium hatchback segment with a class-leading set of innovative high-tech features. Volvo's first new model to be fully developed according to its human-centric, Designed Around You strategy, the car is the first in the world to feature a pedestrian airbag, an innovation which helps reduce the severity of pedestrian injuries in the event of an impact. The all-new V40 is also the only model in its class to fit City Safety as standard and offer Pedestrian Detection, effective at speeds of up to 22mph.

Volvo Car Corporation's Diesel Engine Refinements Take the Next Step in its DRIVe Towards Zero

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 12:00:00

Volvo Car Corporation has taken the next step towards its DRIVe Towards Zero strategy by making further improvements to its diesel engine line-up, reinforcing its European leadership in fuel efficiency improvement by new CO2 initiatives. From model year 2013, almost all diesel-powered versions of the Volvo S60, V60, V70 and S80 will have CO2 emissions below 120 g/km.

Volvo Car Corporation presents Scandinavian Style and Luxury with the all-new Volvo V40

Tue, 06 Mar 2012 12:15:00

Volvo Car Corporation officially revealed its all-new premium five-door, five-seat hatchback, the Volvo V40 to the world's media at a press conference held during the Geneva Motorshow today (6th March). The all-new Volvo V40 enters the Premium Hatchback class featuring a luxury look and feel that emphasises the aura of a compact car with large-car content and characteristics.

Volvo Car Corporation presents the all-new Volvo V40: Scandinavian luxury look and feel with class-leading safety and driving dynamics

Tue, 28 Feb 2012 09:00:00

Volvo Car Corporation will reveal the all-new Volvo V40 at a press conference at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show on March 6. The all-new V40 is ready to overtake the competition in the Premium Hatchback class with sharpened features and characteristics from larger Volvos wrapped in a sleek, compact package.

VOLVO LAUNCHES NEW 120,000 MILE WARRANTY LED CHAUFFEUR PROGRAMME

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 10:00:00

Volvo has further added value to its range of services to business users with the launch of a Chauffeur package on its S60, V60, V70 and S80 models.

Volvo Car Corporation and the SARTRE road train project enters final phase

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 09:00:00

The SARTRE project (Safe Road Trains for the Environment) – with Volvo Car Corporation as the only participating car manufacturer – has successfully completed the first test demonstrations of a multiple vehicle platoon. The test fleet included a lead truck followed by three cars driven entirely autonomously at speeds of up to 90 km/h – with no more than 6 metres gap between the vehicles.

Another Six Benefits of Servicing at Volvo

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 10:00:00

Designed around the needs of the individual customer, Volvo Car UK's new car servicing program, Volvo Service Promise, provides an unbeatable combination of quality, value-for-money and reassurance by giving retail customers a unique range of benefits. Available on any age of vehicle, all full services carried out at a Volvo Authorised Repairer will qualify for the service promises, elevating the existing comprehensive service already offered by its dealers.

Volvo XC60 Plug-in Hybrid Concept - a unique blend of petrol and electric power

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 09:00:00

At the 2012 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Volvo Car Corporation will unveil an innovative petrol plug-in hybrid. The Volvo XC60 Plug-in Hybrid Concept is an electric car, a highly economical hybrid and a powerful high-performance car all rolled into one. At the touch of a button, the driver decides how the available power from the combination of the high-performance petrol engine and the electric motor is to be utilised.

Volvo XC60 Plug-in Hybrid Concept - superior to all existing hybrids

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 09:00:00

Volvo Car Corporation's technology in the advanced Volvo XC60 Plug-in Hybrid Concept gives the car owner possibilities that no other existing hybrid car can offer."The petrol plug-in hybrid is ideal for the American motorist who wants an electric car while at the same time retaining all the power and capacity that comes in his or her present vehicle," says Stefan Jacoby, President and CEO at Volvo Car Corporation.

A BRIGHTER CHRISTMAS, DELIVERED BY VOLVO CAR UK AND ACTION FOR CHILDREN

Tue, 13 Dec 2011 10:00:00

Volvo Car UK has teamed up with Father Christmas to help raise £25,000 for Action for Children and deliver Christmas presents to children at its projects at sites throughout the UK.

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

Tue, 13 Dec 2011 09:00:00

The Volvo V60 Plug-in Hybrid is the world's first diesel plug-in hybrid and is Volvo Car Corporation's most technically advanced model ever - an electric car, hybrid car and muscle-car all rolled into one. At the touch of a button, the driver can choose which of the three cars they want to drive at any given moment.

Volvo launches automatic DRIVe diesels with the same fuel consumption as manual versions

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 09:00:00

Volvo Car Corporation has announced the latest step in its 'DRIVe towards Zero' emissions strategy with the launch of an automatic gearbox option in four Volvo DRIVe models - the S60 DRIVE, V60 DRIVe, V70 DRIVe and the S80 DRIVe. For the first time, these DRIVe models can now be ordered with Volvo's Powershift dual-clutch automatic gearbox. And buyers of these cars won't compromise on environmental care or economy as the automatic gearboxed cars deliver exactly the same fuel economy and emissions as the class-leading manual 'boxed variants.

JLS : DRIVEN BY VOLVO - IN THEIR LATEST MUSIC VIDEO ‘DO YOU FEEL WHAT I FEEL?'

Fri, 25 Nov 2011 09:00:00

Volvo Car UK has teamed up with JLS, one of the UK's biggest boybands, in their newest music video ‘Do You Feel What I Feel?'. Their latest single is the third to be released from their recent album, ‘Jukebox', which is on sale now. JLS hit the charts after coming runners up on The X Factor and haven't looked back since. With their debut album going four times platinum and their second album having sold over 600,000 copies, the group's third album will be a sure fire hit.

Volvo shimmers once more in Summit Entertainment's The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part 1

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 02:30:00

The Twilight Saga is back! - And once again there are vampires, werewolves and - a Volvo.Summit Entertainment's "The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part 1", the fourth movie in The Twilight Saga, is currently in theatres and with a third different Volvo. Following in the tire prints of the Volvo C30 and Volvo XC60 comes Edward Cullen's new Volvo of choice - a Saville Grey metallic Volvo S60 T6 R-design - an inspired choice, as this is the latest production version of the car that he drives in the books.

Los Angeles Auto Show 2011: Volvo Car Corporation claims green leadership through focus on four-cylinder engines and smart electrification

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 05:00:00

Efficiency and electrification are the key drivers when Volvo Car Corporation takes the lead in the quest for green motoring and superior fuel economy."We claim environmental leadership through groundbreaking initiatives within smart electrification and downsizing our conventional powertrains to four-cylinder engines solely," said Stefan Jacoby, President and CEO of the Volvo Car Corporation at a press gathering in connection with Los Angeles Auto Show 2011.

VOLVO CAR UK BACKS ENVIRONMENTAL AUDIT SELECT COMMITTEE'S CALL FOR AN AIR QUALITY PUBLIC AWARENESS CAMPAIGN

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 10:00:00

Volvo Car UK has backed the House of Commons Environmental Audit Select Committee's (EAC) call today (14.11.11) for a Government public awareness campaign to educate people about the positive action they could take to help improve air quality, and ultimately their health.

The new Volvo C70 Inscription - A new refined look, inside and out.

Tue, 08 Nov 2011 09:00:00

Volvo Car UK has announced the arrival of the new Inscription edition of the C70 - at launch, the world's first four-seater convertible car with a three-piece folding hard top as standard. The new Inscription edition blends distinctive exterior details such as the painted grille and black 18-inch wheels with exclusive interior features, including Sovereign Hide upholstery and a leather-covered dashboard.

Volvo Ocean Race set fair for 12th edition in 2014-15

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 11:45:00

The 12th edition of the Volvo Ocean Race will take place in 2014-15 after Volvo Car Corporation and Volvo Group today reaffirmed their long-term commitment to the world's premier offshore sailing event.Volvo Ocean Race CEO Knut Frostad announced the broad timetable just as the fleet prepared for the opening in-port race in the 2011-12 edition, starting in Alicante, Spain.

Volvo to Crown Golf Champion of Champions in South Africa

Tue, 25 Oct 2011 11:00:00

The European Tour's first-ever true ‘tournament of champions' event has been confirmed for South Africa's number-one golf course, The Links at Fancourt, from 19th - 22nd January, with the prospect of the finest field ever assembled for a European Tour event on African soil chasing the €350,000 (Approx US$500,000) first prize. With a prize fund of €2million (Approx.US$2,700,000) the Volvo Golf Champions is the first solely-sanctioned European Tour event of 2012 and offers the circuit's most valuable purse on the African continent.

Volvo Ocean Race Game starts on October 29 - Race around the world on your desktop

Mon, 24 Oct 2011 01:00:00

The winner of the 2011-12 edition of the Volvo Ocean Race Game, which enables online players to race a virtual Volvo Open 70 around the world following the course of the actual race, will drive away in a brand new Volvo XC60 car.

VOLVO CAR UK LAUNCHES ULTIMATE TOOL TO BECOME AN ARMCHAIR SAILING EXPERT

Fri, 21 Oct 2011 10:00:00

Triple Olympic gold medalist Ben Ainslie and Olympic Champion Paul Goodison were in London's Covent Garden to help the Great British public to brush up on their sailing skills and ocean-going vocabulary.

Volvo Car Corporation delivers greatest reduction in CO2 emissions in Europe

Wed, 19 Oct 2011 09:00:00

The Volvo Car Corporation tops the tables among European carmakers when it comes to reducing carbon dioxide emissions. This is shown in the sixth annual analysis conducted by T&E, the European Federation for Transport and Environment. "We are delighted and very proud of this result. We are following our ambitious plan which puts the spotlight on cutting carbon dioxide emissions," says Stefan Jacoby, President and CEO of the Volvo Car Corporation.

GET A GRIP WITH VOLVO'S WINTER WONDERLAND

Mon, 17 Oct 2011 10:00:00

With the cold months not far away, forward planning is essential to ensure drivers can get to their destination safely. With Sweden being famous for its cold climate and harsh winters, Volvo is in an ideal position to draw from its extreme testing and homeland experience to ensure its customers in the UK are prepared to face what Mother Nature has in store for them.

Team Volvo Sailing athletes - all members selected for London 2012

Tue, 20 Sep 2011 10:00:00

Now the hard work really begins for the Team Volvo supported Olympic sailors following today's (Tuesday 20 September) announcement that all eight Team Volvo sailors have been selected to represent Great Britain at London 2012.

Unique Aston-powered P1800 to grace the Volvo Cars Heritage stand at Birmingham Classic Motor Show

Thu, 15 Sep 2011 09:00:00

On November 11-13, the Footman James Classic Motor Show will take place at the NEC in Birmingham and Volvo Cars Heritage will be there again, after a two year absence. The stand will also house the Volvo Owners Club (UK) during the show.

Concept You - Volvo's Luxurious Scandinavian Design and Technology

Tue, 13 Sep 2011 10:00:00

Following on from the reveal of the Concept Universe earlier in the year, the Frankfurt Motorshow marks the debut of an evolution to the Concept Universe - Concept You - and gives another insight into Volvo Cars future. Both concept cars are being used as design studies to obtain input from the global car buying public to find the ultimate design of the next large sedan from Volvo.

DRIVe at EcoVelocity

Mon, 05 Sep 2011 10:00:00

Volvo's DRIVe vehicles will feature at the inaugural EcoVelocity Show which is being held at Battersea Power Station in London between the 8th and 11th September. The show is being organised by IMIE, organisers of the British Motor Show and Metro, the world's largest free newspaper.

Three Techies in a Row for Volvo

Tue, 23 Aug 2011 10:00:00

Volvo is celebrating once more with the news that its new mobile application has been awarded Best App at the BusinessCar Fleet Technology Awards - The Techies. This is the third year the awards have taken place and it is also the third year in a row that Volvo has been awarded for its ground breaking and innovative technology.

Start/Stop Technology is the Automatic Choice

Tue, 23 Aug 2011 09:00:00

Volvo's fuel saving start/stop technology which reduces emissions of CO2 by up to 8% has, for the first time, been combined with the six-speed Geartronic transmission. This innovative and industry-leading development delivers the first four models in the Volvo range that can be ordered with an automatic gearbox as well as benefiting from start/stop technology.

INSIDE VOLVO UK ANNOUNCES WINNER OF LARGEST EVER SINGLE GIVEAWAY ON FACEBOOK IN THE UK

Fri, 05 Aug 2011 10:00:00

Inside Volvo UK - Volvo Car UK's Facebook page - has announced the winner of its 'Greatest Drive' competition, the UK's largest ever single giveaway on the social networking site.

THE UK'S LARGEST EVER SINGLE GIVEAWAY ON FACEBOOK

Tue, 14 Jun 2011 10:00:00

Volvo Car UK has launched a competition on its Inside Volvo UK Facebook site to find Europe's greatest drive, as voted for by its fans. The person who wins the competition will win the UK's largest ever single giveaway on Facebook - a brand new Volvo S60 R-Design.

Impressive finish in “One Tonne Life”: The Lindell family get down to 1.5 tonnes of carbon dioxide per person per year

Mon, 13 Jun 2011 10:00:00

Sweden’s Environmental Affairs Minister Andreas Carlgren will today officially close the “One Tonne Life” project in Hässelby just outside Stockholm. Over a period of six months, the Lindell family have lived climate-smart with their sights firmly set on reducing their emissions from the normal 7.3 tonnes of carbon dioxide per year to the minimal figure of just one tonne. Following an impressive final sprint, the Lindells finished at 1.5 tonnes. This means the family have succeeded in cutting their emissions by almost 80 percent compared with their start back in January.

Volvo Car Corporation introduces a mobile application that brings the car into your smart phone

Tue, 07 Jun 2011 09:00:00

From now on, there is no need to leave your Volvo behind when you park it. The latest connectivity news from Volvo Car Corporation is a mobile application that makes sure that the driver can stay in touch with the parked car via an iPhone or Android smart phone. This means that Volvo Cars introduces the most comprehensive and broadly available application in Europe when it comes to controlling and monitoring the car from anywhere at anytime.

Volvo Car Corporation tests flywheel technology - cuts fuel consumption with up to 20 percent

Thu, 26 May 2011 09:00:00

A light, cost-efficient and very eco-efficient solution that makes a four-cylinder engine feel like a six-cylinder, at the same time as reducing fuel consumption by up to 20 percent. This autumn, Volvo Car Corporation will be one of the world's first car makers to test the potential of flywheel technology on public roads. The company has received a grant of 6.57 million Swedish kronor from the Swedish Energy Agency for developing next-generation technology for kinetic recovery of braking energy in a joint project together with Volvo Powertrain and SKF.

FIVE-STAR CRASH TEST RATING FOR VOLVO V60

Wed, 25 May 2011 10:00:00

EuroNCAP has awarded the Volvo V60 an overall five-star crash test rating, together with a maximum 100% score for Safety Assist.

First official Volvo V60 Plug-in Hybrid test drive in Berlin – advanced technology combined with luxury design from Volvo Car Corporation

Tue, 10 May 2011 09:00:00

The first official road test drive with the unique Volvo V60 Plug-in Hybrid will take place at the 11th Michelin Challenge Bibendum in Berlin (18-22 May 2011). All in all, Volvo Car Corporation enters the sustainability rally with three cars that emphasise the company’s leadership in combining environmental technology with a full luxury car experience.

New Volvo S80 Executive and V70 R-Design - top-of-the-line sedan and sporty estate car

Tue, 03 May 2011 09:00:00

The Volvo S80 and V70 also come in refined special versions that are tailor made for buyers who want a car with that extra exclusive look and individual touch:Volvo S80 Executive features unique details and a very rich content that reinforce its position as Volvo Car Corporation's top-of-the-line sedan.

NEW TECHNOLOGY, MORE POWER AND IMPROVED FUEL EFFICIENCY FEATURE IN UPGRADED VOLVO V70, XC70 AND S80 MODELS

Tue, 12 Apr 2011 02:00:00

The Volvo V70, XC70 and S80 have been upgraded with a number of features including driveline, interior and exterior equipment, and are available to order now. The changes further emphasise the company's focus on cars designed around the needs and wishes of people in modern society. The on-the-road prices start from £25,995 for the V70, £25,245 for the S80 and £28,815 for the XC70.

Volvo Cars' environmental vision: "DRIVe Towards Zero"

Fri, 01 Apr 2011 03:00:00

"DRIVe Towards Zero" is Volvo Cars' vision for developing cars entirely free from harmful exhaust emissions and environment-impacting carbon dioxide.

The Volvo C30 Electric tested in rough winter conditions

Mon, 28 Mar 2011 09:00:00

The Volvo C30 Electric has been exposed to rough winter conditions in order to ensure that the battery-powered car runs smoothly in temperatures as low as -20° Celsius.

Ultra-thin, integrated navigation kit now available for all current Volvo models

Tue, 22 Mar 2011 09:00:00

The new, ultra-thin Garmin navigation kit that was introduced together with the new Volvo S60 and V60 in 2010 is now available as an accessory throughout Volvo Cars' current model range.

WTCC premiere in Brazil for Polestar Racing

Wed, 16 Mar 2011 10:00:00

The FIA World Touring Car Championship 2011 season kicks off at Curitiba in Brazil this weekend, marking the start of the evaluation season for Polestar Racing in the championship.

STAND OUT FROM THE CROWD FOR JUST £14,995

Wed, 09 Mar 2011 10:00:00

Volvo Car UK has announced that the C30 sports-coupe, with its iconic design and generous levels of standard specification, will start from just £14,995 on the road. This allows car buyers to benefit from a cost-effective yet appealing and distinctive model with numerous opportunities to create their own individual car.

VOLVO OCEAN RACE LIMITED EDITIONS - THREE MODELS INSPIRED BY THE WORLD'S MOST CHALLENGING SAILING RACE

Tue, 01 Mar 2011 09:00:00

The Volvo Ocean Race is the world's most grueling sailing adventure, testing the sailing prowess and human endeavour of its participants and competing in all four corners of the globe. To celebrate the start of the fourth Volvo Ocean Race, Volvo Cars have launched three limited edition models specifically designed with the sailing adventure in mind. Design details inspired by life on board a boat help distinguish these models from their standard counterparts with unique interior and exterior refinements.

THE WORLD'S FIRST DIESEL PLUG-IN HYBRID - THREE CARS IN ONE

Mon, 21 Feb 2011 09:00:00

At the 2011 Geneva Motor Show, Volvo Cars will be unveiling the world's first diesel plug-in hybrid - a virtually production-ready Volvo V60 with carbon dioxide emissions below 50 g/km. The Plug-in Hybrid, which will be launched in the market in 2012, is the result of close co-operation between Volvo Cars and Swedish energy supplier Vattenfall.

Volvo Cars launches S60 app

Tue, 08 Feb 2011 09:00:00

Volvo Cars is launching an app for the iPhone and iPad containing plenty of inspiration and information about the new Volvo S60. For instance, the user can style a Volvo S60, watch videos, read news, find a Volvo dealer and order a test drive.

The Volvo V60 Plug-in Hybrid - another world-first from Volvo Car Corporation

Thu, 27 Jan 2011 09:00:00

At the 2011 Geneva Motor Show, Volvo Cars will be unveiling the V60 Plug-in Hybrid - a virtually production-ready car with carbon dioxide emissions below 50 g/km, which translates into fuel consumption of 149 miles per gallon. In 2012 Volvo Cars will be the first manufacturer on the market with this new breed of hybrid - which is the result of close cooperation with the Swedish energy supplier Vattenfall.

Volvo Car Europe and Snowbombing announce 2011 pan-European event partnership: ‘Volvo Snowbombing 2011'

Wed, 26 Jan 2011 09:00:00

Volvo Car Europe and Snowbombing have announced the 2011 pan-European event partnership: ‘Volvo Snowbombing 2011', a week-long international festival in April with music, snow sports, and unparalleled fun.Featuring: Prodigy, Fatboy Slim, Pendulum (live), Magnetic Man, Professor Green a lot of bands, DJs, Plus Comedy and much more. There will also be a Volvo Ice Camp Party and a Volvo Road Trip.

Volvo Ocean Race Unveils Youth Programme

Wed, 19 Jan 2011 02:00:00

Alicante, Spain - 19 January 2011 - The Volvo Ocean Race is proud to announce its new youth sailing initiative, the Volvo Ocean Race Academy. This Academy marks the continuation of the Volvo Ocean Race's commitment to youth sailing worldwide. The project contains three activities to involve the children of each of the host ports.

Volvo and Polestar sign James Thompson

Tue, 18 Jan 2011 10:00:00

- Multiple British and European champion receives a key roleVolvo Cars and its official motorsport partner Polestar Racing have signed two-time British and European driver champion James Thompson from 2011.

First demonstration of SARTRE vehicle platooning

Mon, 17 Jan 2011 09:00:00

Platooning may be the new way of travelling on motorways in as little as ten years time – and the EU-financed SARTRE project has carried out the first successful demonstration of its technology at the Volvo Proving Ground close to Gothenburg, Sweden.

VOLVO WINS THE SAFETY AWARD AT THE WHAT CAR? AWARDS 2011

Fri, 14 Jan 2011 10:00:00

Volvo's ground breaking new safety technology, Pedestrian Detection with Full Auto Brake has won the Safety Award at the 2011 What Car? Car of the Year Awards, held at the Grosvenor House in Park Lane on Thursday 13th January 2011.

Detroit Auto Show 2011: Crash-tested C30 Electric on display - Volvo first to show the world how a safe electric car looks after a collision

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 09:00:00

At the Detroit Auto Show 2011 Volvo Cars is spotlighting the important issue of electric car safety in an unusual, but distinctive way. On the company's stand there is a Volvo C30 Electric that has undergone a frontal collision test at 40 mph (64 km/h). "Our tests show it is vital to separate the batteries from the electric car's crumple zones to make it as safe as a conventional car. In Detroit we are the first car maker to show the world what a truly safe electric car looks like after a collision with high-speed impact," says Volvo Cars' President and CEO Stefan Jacoby.

Volvo shows electric car safety leadership at the auto show in Detroit

Sun, 09 Jan 2011 08:00:00

By displaying a crashed Volvo C30 Electric in its stand at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Volvo Car Corporation will take a unique, very visual approach to future safety."We are the first car maker in the world to show what a truly safe electric car looks like after a crash", says Stefan Jacoby, President & CEO of Volvo Cars.

VOLVO CAR CORPORATION 2010

Fri, 07 Jan 2011 10:15:00

• New owner: Zhejiang Geely Group Holding Co. Ltd • All-new Volvo S60 and V60 unveiled • Global sales totalled 373,525 cars, an increase of 11.6 percent over 2009 • Stefan Jacoby appointed President and CEO • New board of directors named • New five-cylinder two-litre diesel engine

LOW-EMISSION VOLVO DRIVe MODELS HELP COMPANY CAR DRIVERS AVOID FORTHCOMING TAX RISES

Thu, 16 Dec 2010 10:00:00

Company car drivers choosing a new vehicle in the coming months need to consider planned tax rule changes if they are to avoid being left out of pocket, says James Shires, National Corporate Sales Operations Manager at Volvo Car UK.

VOLVO CAR UK BRAVES THE WINTER WITH RECORD XC90 SALES, WINTER TYRES AND FREE SAFETY INSPECTION

Wed, 08 Dec 2010 10:00:00

The Volvo XC90 looks set for a potential record breaking sales year in its eighth year of production. With sales currently standing at 6,686 units to the end of November, 2010 is turning out to be another strong year for the large SUV as it bucks the trend and outsells its BMW, Audi, Mercedes Benz, VW and Lexus competitors.

UNIQUE FLEET DRIVER TRAINING SCHEME FROM VOLVO AND ULTIMATE CAR CONTROL

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 10:00:00

Volvo Car UK's fleet division has teamed up with Ultimate Car Control to offer a unique training programme for company car drivers.

VOLVO S60 WINS SCOTTISH EXECUTIVE CAR OF THE YEAR 2010

Sat, 06 Nov 2010 02:00:00

Volvo's all-new S60 saloon has won the prestigious 'Scottish Executive Car of the Year' award at the Scottish Car of The Year Awards 2010, judged and hosted by the Association of Scottish Motoring Writers and held at the Fairmont St Andrews hotel on Friday 5th November 2010.

VOLVO JOINS ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION UK AS PART OF ITS EMISSIONS EQUALITY PROGRAMME

Thu, 04 Nov 2010 01:00:00

Volvo Car UK has become a member of Environment Protection UK (EPUK) as the latest step in its Emissions Equality campaign where it aims to provide greater transparency on a vehicle's total emissions, not just CO2.

Volvo Cars starts development of fuel cells to extend the electric car's operating range

Wed, 27 Oct 2010 12:00:00

Volvo Cars is now taking the next step towards next-generation electric car technology. Backed by research support from the Swedish Energy Agency the company is initiating development of a fuel cell that can extend the electric car's operating range without any carbon dioxide emissions.
The aim is to have two prototype chassis based on the Volvo C30 DRIVe Electric ready for testing in everyday traffic in 2012.

LANDMARK VICTORY FOR VOLVO'S EMISSIONS EQUALITY CAMPAIGN

Thu, 21 Oct 2010 12:00:00

Success for Volvo's Emissions Equality campaign following Congestion Charge review
Transport for London confirms 100% discount will be available to all sub-100g/km Euro 5 vehicles
At 99g/km CO2, Volvo C30, S40 and V50 DRIVe are all Congestion Charge free under the new rules and could save owners up to £2,500 per year

VOLVO LAUNCHES IPHONE APP WHICH SHOWS THE TRUE PICTURE OF A CAR'S IMPACT ON AIR QUALITY AND HUMAN HEALTH

Mon, 04 Oct 2010 11:00:00

Any driver buying a new 60-registered car can now find out its true impact on air quality and human health thanks to the launch of a free iPhone App by Volvo, in association with http://www.cleangreencars.co.uk

Volvo City Safety receives Euro NCAP Advance rating

Fri, 01 Oct 2010 10:00:00

Volvo City Safety has received Euro NCAP Advance, an assessment rating for new and exceptional safety technology that was awarded for the first time ever at the Paris Motor Show.

THE NEW VOLVO S60 AND V60 R-DESIGN - THE MOST DYNAMIC VOLVO JUST GOT MORE DYNAMIC

Tue, 21 Sep 2010 09:00:00

Volvo Car UK has announced the launch of the all-new S60 and V60 R-Design models - created to deliver a dynamic driving experience in a coupé-style saloon or versatile Sportswagon. Featuring a specially developed chassis, the new R-Design models ensure that the driving experience matches the car's sporting appearance.

1.6-litre GTDi engines from Volvo deliver high performance and minimal fuel consumption

Tue, 07 Sep 2010 04:45:00

Volvo's engine range is now being expanded with the T3 and T4, two four-cylinder 1.6-litre petrol engines featuring the very latest direct injection technology.

40 years in the service of safety

Tue, 07 Sep 2010 04:00:00

For 40 years now the Volvo Car Corporation's Accident Research Team has documented and analysed traffic accidents involving Volvo cars. Many of the safety systems presented over the years build on know-how gained from the Accident Research Team's impressive database.

Zhejiang Geely Completes Acquisition of Volvo Car Corporation

Mon, 02 Aug 2010 11:00:00

Hangzhou, China / Gothenburg, Sweden - 2nd August 2010 - Zhejiang Geely Holding Group Co., Ltd. ("Geely Holding Group"), one of the fastest-growing car manufacturers in China, today announced it has completed the acquisition of 100 per cent of Volvo Car Corporation ("Volvo Cars") from Ford Motor Company.

Geely also announced that Stefan Jacoby, the Chief Executive of Volkswagen Group of America, would become President and Chief Executive Officer of Volvo Cars.

VOLVO ANNOUNCES THREE-POINT PLAN TO HELP THE CAR INDUSTRY IMPROVE UK AIR QUALITY

Thu, 15 Jul 2010 03:00:00

Volvo Car UK has launched a three-point plan aimed at providing all motorists with a broader range of emissions information when they buy their next car - irrespective of marque - to help combat the UK’s rising problem of poor air quality.

THE ALL-NEW VOLVO V60 SPORTS WAGON BLENDS STYLE AND PERFORMANCE WITH GROUND-BREAKING SAFETY

Tue, 06 Jul 2010 12:00:00

The all-new Volvo V60 sports wagon launches with coupé-like design combined with dynamic driving characteristics
The load area has a capacity of 430 litres with the rear seats in place
The award-winning City Safety technology is standard with the new Pedestrian Detection with Full Auto Brake available as an option
Approximately 90 per cent of the annual V60 production of 50,000 cars will find European buyers

SUMMIT ENTERTAINMENT'S THE TWILIGHT SAGA: ECLIPSE FEATURES THE VOLVO XC60

Fri, 02 Jul 2010 09:00:00

The Twilight Saga is one of the most popular film franchises and once again Edward Cullen drives a Volvo XC60.

Volvo Starlite

Tue, 08 Jun 2010 09:00:00

VOLVO AND STARLITE JOIN FORCES TO BRING THE WORLD'S FIRST URBAN DRIVE-IN.
Date: 1st – 3rd July
Location: The Old Truman Brewery, Brick Lane, London