NICB Names 10 Most-Stolen Vehicles for 2011
Aug 21, 2012
DES PLAINES, Ill., Aug. 20, 2012; The National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) today released Hot Wheels â its list of the 10 most-stolen vehicles in the United States. The report examines vehicle theft data submitted by law enforcement to the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) and determines the vehicle make, ... Continue reading
Nikki Rooke Starts As Head Of Public Affairs, Events And Sponsorship At Volvo Car UK
Aug 17, 2012
Nikki Rooke, new Head of Public Affairs, Events and Sponsorship, has joined Volvo Car UK just as it celebrates the successes of its Team Volvo sailors and commences deliveries of the all-new V40. ... Continue reading
New Volvo Models Do The Business For Company Car Drivers
Aug 14, 2012
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. ... Continue reading
Volvo Helps Drivers Combat Hayfever
Aug 10, 2012
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. ... Continue reading
Cap Partners With Volvo Car UK To Launch Unique Car Comparison Tool
Aug 9, 2012
A unique car comparison tool has been developed by CAP exclusively for Volvo Car UK and its customers. ... Continue reading
Volvo: Renault Trucks Defense to acquire French manufacturer Panhard
Jul 26, 2012
Renault Trucks Defense, which is included in the Volvo (STO:VOLVA)(STO:VOLVB) Group's Governmental Sales business area, is to acquire the French automotive manufacturer Panhard. The transaction is expected to be finalized during the fourth quarter of 2012. For implementation, approval is required from the relevant auth ... Continue reading
Consumer Reports: New Fuel Efficient Engines Shake Up Sporty Compact SUV Ratings
Jul 24, 2012
BMW X3 and Redesigned Acura RDX Move To Top of Ratings YONKERS, NYâ While the BMW X3 and redesigned Acura RDX have move up in Consumer Reports Ratings of upscale compact sporty SUVs, both vehicles earned a top spot by changing their powertrains in different directions. The X3 has been powered by a six-cylinder bas ... Continue reading
2012 Volvo XC70 T6 AWD Review By John Heilig
Jul 19, 2012
By John Heilig Pennsylvania Bureau The Auto Channel SPECIFICATIONS Model: 2012 Volvo XC70 T6 AWD Engine: 3.0-liter turbocharged 6 Horsepower/Torque: 300 hp @ 5,600 rpm/325 lb. ft. @ 2,100 rpm Transmission: 6-speed automatic with sport Mode Wheelbase: 110.8 in. Length/Width/Height: 190.5 x 73.3 x 63.1 in. Tires: P235/50 ... Continue reading
Volvo Group supports European Commission's Investment in More Innovative Europe
Jul 10, 2012
This comes very timely for leveraging investment in research and development in transport that is needed to meet the numerous challenges our society is facing, particularly in terms of energy efficiency, information and communication technology, electromobility and growth within EU The Volvo Group (STO:VOLVA)(STO:VOLVB ... Continue reading
Volvo Car Corporation Tackles Changes in Driver Behaviour with Innovative New Safety Systems
Jul 10, 2012
By developing several new high-tech safety solutions, Volvo Car Corporation is taking a major step toward its 2020 goal that nobody should be killed or seriously injured in a new Volvo car. ... Continue reading
Volvo Selekt - The Safest Way to Buy a Pre-Owned Volvo
Jul 6, 2012
Volvo Car Australia is pleased to announce the introduction of Volvo Selekt, a factory-backed, used car programme that takes the guesswork out of buying a used Volvo. ... Continue reading
Jun 25, 2012
Volvo will be showcasing its 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 year's Moving Motorshow and Goodwood Festival of Speed, held between the 28th June and 1st July 2012 in the grou ... Continue reading
2012 JD Power Initial Quality Study Close-up Look
Jun 22, 2012
</p><p>By Steve Purdy <br>TheAutoChannel.com <br>Michigan Bureau </p><P>Detroit MI June 19, 2012; The U.S. auto industry posted the best improvement in performance since 2009 in this yearâs important Initial Quality Survey conducted by J.D. Power and Associates. In the IQSâ 26 year history the average new car ... Continue reading
Volvo: Truck Deliveries in May 2012
Jun 18, 2012
Regulatory News: Total deliveries from the Volvo Group's (STO:VOLVA) (STO:VOLVB) truck operations in May 2012 amounted to 19 734 vehicles. This was a decrease of 3% compared with the year-earlier period. Volvo Group Total deliveries by market for all brands (Volvo, Mack, Renault, UD and Eicher). ... Continue reading
Volvo Group Opens New Facilities in Lima, Peru
Jun 18, 2012
Regulatory News: 'We have a very strong presence in Peru, a strong image and a high level of customer satisfaction' On June 12, the Volvo Group (STO:VOLVA) (STO:VOLVB) opened its new base of operations in Peru. With a total area of 56,500 square meters, the facilities will serve as a hub for commercial and after-market ... Continue reading
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