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.

Volvo India, low priced Volvo cars in India 2011 is under consideration

Volvo India, low priced Volvo cars in India 2011 is under consideration | Car Sales | Volvo India is considering the launch of luxury cars at low prices specially designed for Indian markets. Volvo models such as the S60 sedan to be released in versions adapted to improve sales growth and address some of the major automakers in the luxury car segment.

Volvo India, carmakers from Sweden think that if they include vehicles with lower price points rather than only high priced luxury cars, it would generate more sales. Certain facilities available in the top end cars will be stopped such as pedestrian recognition, and lane departure caution as they push prices higher.

According to Mr. Tomas Ernberg, Managing Director of Volvo Auto India, cheaper variants of existing models without added features aren’t altogether undesired in the Indian car market. This will increase sales and push up profits for the company. This is strategically in line with rivals BMW as they have brought out lower cost X1, 3 Series and 5 Series which saw them on top of sales during past two years. Volvo’s S60 is available for Rs.27 lakhs to 34 lakhs and XC60 and XC90 are in the range of Rs. 40 to 44 lakhs.

Volvo Car India's new CEO, Mr. Tomas Ernberg have this to say. "Volvo is looking at extending the lines of the car models in India in its next growth phase. Cheaper variants of existing models are being examined by eliminating certain features that are often not requested by the customer India. This will help to create higher volumes. " - CAR SALES

Volvo India, low priced Volvo cars in India 2011 is under consideration

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 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

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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.

2012 Volvo XC60 RSpec Technology

Safe. A Volvo must be safe. It doesn’t matter if the subject of the safety wand is a big sedan, compact wagon,
or mid-size crossover like the 2012 Volvo XC60. Now gripped in Chinese automaker Geely’s chopsticks, the very-Swedish Volvo proves it has the spice and comfy rice that today’s youthful upscalers demand.

When Lexus, Acura, and others began introducing luxury crossovers, cautious Volvo wasn’t especially eager
to hurry into anything new. Its cars still looked like the boxes they came in and it was quite happy to keep producing the turbocharged station wagons for which it was renowned. A jacked-up V70 wagon became the Cross Country, the company’s first machine that could accomplish some semi-challenging offroading (I once blitzed a power easement with aplomb). The Volvo XC90 threerow crossover, based on its large car platform, showed forever more that Volvo could build crossovers as good as any without losing anything that made it a Volvo. On a little smaller scale is the Volvo XC60.

2012 Volvo XC60

2012 Volvo XC60 RSpec

I about dribbled my dungarees when I saw the voluptuous Passion Red RSpec XC60 roll into my driveway. That wasn’t because I was all a-gunk over its side-curtain airbags. Its mug and shoulders identify itself immediately as one of the Volvo pack, but dressed up with 20” alloy wheels, grey ground affects, and taillamps that follow body curves from roof to bumper looking as ready for the track or Manhattan club
as a convention of corporate health and safety managers. Some of Volvo’s classic design cues were melted for modern, but one can still recognize the 2012 Volvo XC60 lineage from a continent away.

Interior design continues themes set by the S40 and S80, which is to say very Swedish. Major controls are wrapped around the driver, a thin centre control stack clears room behind it for small items, and the climate control can be adjusted with a clever “seated human” chrome accent. The Dolby Pro Logic II audio system with 12 speakers and 910 watts of drenching audio thumped the Glee version of “Teenage Dream” until
my partner threatened to ban the show in our home. Navigation, USB iPod input, Bluetooth phone connectivity, and stunningly beautiful blue analog gauges made travels easy. A full array of airbags also makes them safe.

2012 Volvo XC60 RSpec

Mother Mary herself must have invented Volvo’s seats. Soft as Martha Stewart’s down pillows, they perfectly
support the contours of your back while plushing your plushier regions. They’re also designed to protect you
in an accident with whiplash-reducing headrests. Heated cushions front and rear soothe in autumn and winter chills.

There’s also safety in performance. In our R-Design, the six-cylinder turbo engine stamps at the ground ready to storm off in a huff, only held back by the driver’s desire to avoid expensive paper from law enforcement. With the aid of a twin-scroll turbo, the power plant generates 300 HP and 325 lb-ft. of torque, enabling a 0- to 60-mph tear in 7.1s on the way to a 130-MPH top speed. A six-speed automatic transmission and torque-shifting all-wheel drive put all of that energy straight to the pavement. Using all of the powertrain’s mighty force will yield somewhat less than the stated 12/8.7 L/100 km city/hwy.

In a crossover the size of the Volvo XC60, three centuries of equestrian gallop is more than adequate to get your heart pumping. Speed-sensitive steering, sport-tuned suspension, and large disc brakes ensure the rest of the vehicle is up to the challenge laid down by its engine. At Interstate speeds, the turbo is in its happy place, generating torque and thrust like the government prints IOUs.

Fort Knox probably has a patent on the super-thick Volvo doors, but one feels like a stinger missile wouldn’t faze the XC60 from the moment they close. It’s how the president must feel riding inside his Cadillac beast. Working to prevent accidents are “BLIS” blindspot warnings, rotating headlamps to follow curves, rear-view camera, front and rear parking sensors, adaptive radar-enabled cruise control, and electronic stability control. Volvo’s new City Safe crash avoidance technology uses a laser to detect slow-moving traffic. The brakes are pre-charged when danger rears, and if you don’t respond the vehicle brakes automatically. Your momma loves you no more.

Built by a Chinese-owned automaker, the XC60 eats with Swedish cross-sticks. What’s most important is
that it is every inch a Volvo ready for a more youthful and style-setting driver. And, safe, don’t forget safe. Price as tested came to a touch over $48,000, making it competitive with the Mercedes GLK, BMW X3, Cadillac SRX, and Lincoln MKX.

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.

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 "

Overview: 2011 Volvo C30 T5

Overview: 2011 Volvo C30 T5 - The Volvo C30 revised the style for 2011. A new front fascia, redesigned bumpers, a honeycomb new trapezoidal grille and headlights give the C30 a new look in 2011. The new style in the 2011 Volvo C30 front complements the unique styling of the rear of the car. The 2011 Volvo C30 T5  comes with more standard equipment for 2011, too.

The 2011 Volvo C30 T5 is a compact premium, which competes with the Audi A3 and Volkswagen GTI sports hatchback. A two-door hatchback, the C30 shares most of its mechanical Volvo S40 compact sedan. All the same nature, have less standard C30, Volvo to make the lowest price car.

The 2011 Volvo C30 T5 continues to be offered in two models, the C30 T5 and the more upscale T5 R-Design, which comes with leather upholstery. Both come with a 2.5-liter turbocharged five-cylinder engine rated at 227 horsepower and a choice of 6-speed manual or 5-speed automatic Geartronic with Auto-stick. The C30 uses front-wheel drive.

Fuel economy is an EPA-estimated 21/30 mpg City/Highway with the automatic, 21/29 mpg with the manual gearbox.

The 2011 C30 T5 R-Design features a retuned suspension aimed at sharpening chassis dynamics and steering reflexes. Spring stiffness has been increased by 30 percent while the dampers feature a new mono-tube design that build-up pressure quicker for 20 percent increased low-speed damping. Steering is more precise with stiffer bushings and a 10 percent quicker steering ratio.

Youthful and fun to drive, the C30 is Volvo's best handling car. It has good steering feel, stays flat in corners, and is nimble enough to slice through traffic. The turbocharged five-cylinder engine provides plenty of punch to keep the fun coming. Ride quality is generally good, though it can become a little hard with the available 18-inch wheels.

Inside, the 2011 Volvo C30 T5 offers a pleasant cabin, roomy enough for four people. The standard cloth upholstery is a unique fabric that resembles the combination of materials. Room at the front is plentiful, and the controls are easy to find and use. The body style two-door in the back seat takes a little nuisance, but the rear seat is comfortable for two passengers. The rear seats fold down to create an area of ​​great tailgate, with great capacity.

Overall, the 2011 Volvo C30 T5  is an attractive premium compact equipment, and cut useful and fun to drive. The C30 is equipped with Volvo's safety features and security techniques is loaded.

Volvo V60 Plug-in Hybrid (2013) [Reviews]

The 2011 Geneva Motor Show, Volvo Cars is unveiling the Volvo V60 plug-in hybrid - almost ready for emissions of carbon dioxide production of the car less than 50 g / km. The plug-in hybrid, which will be launched in 2012, is the result of close cooperation between Volvo and the Swedish energy company Vattenfall.

"No one sector or organization can tackle the climate challenge alone. Our mission is to develop a carbon-lean car, but a sustainable future must be created with the whole society. This project shows how collaboration between experts in different sectors, we bring you closer to the transition from individual thin carbon products are time-smart lifestyle, "said Stefan Jacoby, president and CEO of Volvo Cars.

In January 2007, Volvo Cars and Vattenfall has launched an industry association, whose objective was to test and develop the technology for plug-in. The cross border initiative led to the creation of a jointly owned company - Association V2 plug-in hybrid vehicles

Half of all CO2 emissions, driving pleasure Full

Development work was jointly funded. Now the project is about to introduce the plug-in market first diesel hybrid. This is an attractive type of car that gives the user access to the best properties of both an electric car and a vehicle diesel fuel consumption and low CO2 levels, combined with a long range and high performance .

". An important aspect of the project was to keep Volvo V60 driving pleasure exceptionally high standard of safety and comfort luxury Simultaneously, the average CO2 emissions and fuel consumption will be reduced by half compared to what is available on the market TODAY "Today," said Stefan Jacoby, adding:

"We take a giant step closer to" Go Zero "vision, ie the search for zero emissions. In fact, the Volvo V60 plug-in hybrid is run solely on electricity and recharged using renewable energy sources, we have already achieved this. "

Fuel costs less

When powered solely by electricity, the Volvo V60 Plug-in Hybrid has a range of up to 50 km. The range of cars that operate a total of 1200 km. Emissions of carbon dioxide will be an average of 49 grams per km (European combined cycle) and fuel consumption of 1.9 liters per 100 km.

The cost of the battery means that the plug-in hybrid will be more expensive to buy a Volvo V60 with a conventional combustion engine. In addition, fuel costs will be one third compared to a conventional combustion engine. The operating cost of electricity in Sweden is estimated at about $ 2.50 for every 10 km. The exact price varies from one market to another.

The hybrid plug-in can be downloaded from the power of common household electricity while parked at home or somewhere else. The charging time is about five hours, if the car is loaded at home.

The electricity has many advantages

Electrification of the transport sector is an important step in combating climate change. Electricity is a very beneficial fuel:

An electric motor is almost four times more efficient than the normal combustion engine. This means that an electric car consumes less energy and therefore produce fewer emissions, despite being fed a mixture of sources, including electricity from fossil fuels.

European electricity production emissions. This means that even if all vehicles were electric, electricity production in itself does not produce carbon dioxide. This output is gradually lowered over time.

Electricity is an excellent source of energy. Not to be missed, and can be produced with virtually no CO2 emissions. For example, Vattenfall is working to reduce emissions to half of the company in 2030 and become carbon neutral by 2050.

Emissions from exhaust million is transferred to a small number of plants that are easier to control and operate on the basis of the exchange of EU emissions, something that does not apply to transport today.

Electric cars use relatively little power and increased consumption will more than offset by the ambitious expansion plans for renewable energy throughout Europe. Wind power a simple example, produces enough renewable energy to power 3,000 electric vehicles. Vattenfall will offer buyers of plug-in hybrid is a contract, including electricity from renewable sources.

The rapid expansion of renewable electricity generation

Electricity production is growing rapidly. Wind energy is widely marketed and continues to grow, biofuel will replace fossil fuels on a broad front, wave energy is expected to enter commercial service within ten years, and new technologies to capture emissions of CO2 from coal power plants are currently under development.

Volvo, the work progresses, the Volvo V60 plug-in hybrid in parallel with the development of the Volvo C30 Electric, which runs entirely on electricity.

"These two types of cars are complementary. Plug-in hybrid vehicle driver is completely independent of the load points when driving long distances. The future of electric-car market, both with an all-electric cars and plug-in hybrids," said Stefan Jacoby.

The third stage of the electrification strategy of Volvo Cars is the empowerment of new-generation engine with hybrid technology.

Volvo S60 R-Design (2011) -Reviwes

Introducing the all-new Volvo S60 and V60 R-Design - Designed with a true sports car feel and offers a chassis designed to ensure that the driving experience match the look of the car.

"The new S60 and V60 models are our most athletes ever. With R-Design, which is even clearer. They are the natural choice for real connoisseurs," says Magnus Jonsson, Senior Vice President of Product Development at Volvo Cars.

Sports, athletic, sporty - to keep the superlatives in Volvo Cars audit took a holistic view of all-new Volvo S60 and V60 R-design, design and chassis are developed simultaneously in a unique and consistent.

"These vehicles are specially designed for buyers who want to put their own stamp on your car. And with the R-Design, which attract a younger target audience. It is expected that 10 percent of all S60 and V60 to customers to choose the R-Design option in markets where it is available. Our goal is to win more than one third of these customers competing brands, "says Magnus Jonsson.

Volvo chassis specialists have taken a step forward for more exciting driving experience. "R-Design chassis, we have refined the steering, agility and a strong general feeling even more dynamic than at the beginning of the new S60 and V60," says Stefan Sällqvist, head of Volvo's Vehicle Dynamics.

Introducing the new Volvo S60 and V60 R-Design - designed with a sense of true sports car with a chassis designed to ensure that the driving experience is the look of the car.

"The new S60 and V60 models are our most athletes ever. With R-Design, which is even clearer. They are the natural choice for real connoisseurs," says Magnus Jonsson, Senior Vice President of Product Development at Volvo Cars.

Athletic, sportier, more casual - to control the superlatives, Volvo Cars has had a holistic view of the new Volvo S60 and V60 R-Design, a design and the platform being developed in parallel in a single quote.

"These vehicles are specially designed for buyers who want to put their own stamp on your car. And with the R-Design, which attract a younger target audience. It is expected that 10 percent of all S60 and V60 to customers to choose the R-Design option in markets where it is available. Our goal is to win more than one third of these customers competing brands, "says Magnus Jonsson.

Experts from the chassis of Volvo Cars has taken the next step on the road driving experience more exciting. "Under the R-Design, we have strengthened the leadership, agility and overall more solid feel compared to the dynamics of the chassis of the new S60 and V60," says Stefan Sällqvist, director of the dynamics of vehicles Volvo Cars.

Wide range of engines, the new petrol and diesel

R-Design can be combined with a series of gasoline engines and diesel DRIVe version produces 115 horsepower and an economic version of the powerful 304 hp turbo. All engines are designed to meet the high expectations of driving pleasure, combined with competitive fuel consumption.

Car News: Volvo develops system to detect animals

Car News: Volvo develops system to detect animals - Volvo is working on an animal detection system: After Pedestrian Detection, Volvo is currently working on an animal identification system. Technology seeks to reduce accidents caused by moose or deer.

After the success of the pedestrian detection system, Volvo is focusing on a similar technology, but aimed at the protection of animals. The system is another confirmation of the Swedish manufacturer’s efforts to carry out an ambitious plan: a future without accidents, thanks to safety systems.

Using the same principle of operation of the system Pedestrian Detection and Full Auto Brake, the system detects the presence of animals on the road and automatically reduces the speed if the driver’s reaction is too slow. The sensors first warn the driver by a sound signal and if he doesn’t react, the brakes are applied.

The purpose of this technology is to function even when the car is driven at high speed in rural areas. In situations where the accident can’t be completely avoided, the system can slow down the car enough to reduce the force of the impact.

The main concern of the engineers is to make the system recognize the animals. For that reason, a team of researchers spent an entire night at a safari park where they filmed more animals and their behavior. Particular attention was paid to moose, deer and reindeer.

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Volvo C30 Electric production begins deliveries start August 2011 [video]

Volvo has begun production of its C30 Electric, and initial deliveries to leasing customers, mainly companies, authorities and governmental bodies is expected to begin from August.

The car, which will be delivered to leasing customers throughout Europe including those in Sweden, Belgium, the Netherlands and Norway – is built on the regular assembly line in the Ghent factory and then transported to Goteborg for installation of the motor, batteries and other model specific electronics.

The C30 Electric has an operating range of up to 150 kilometres per full charge – charging can be done via a regular household power socket, with a full recharge taking about seven hours. The car has a 130 kph top speed and does the 0-100 kph sprint in 10.9 seconds.

Tests on a fleet of about 50 cars have been conducted since September 2010, mainly internally at the Volvo Car Corporation. In terms of production, about 250 cars will be built by end 2012, possibly more if market interest takes off, the company says.

2011 Volvo XC60 Luxury Concept Sporty Car

The new 2011 Volvo XC60 offers a choice of two engines for North America: the base 3.2-liter V6 which produces 240 horsepower and 236 lb-ft of torque, and the turbocharged T6 which produces 300 horsepower and 325 lb-ft of torque. The base 3.2 trim level and 3.2 R-Design both come standard with front-wheel drive, and have available all-wheel drive. Opting for the range-topping T6 will give you AWD automatically. The 3.2-liter naturally aspirated V6 will return 18 city, 25 highway in FWD trim, and 18 city, 24 highway with AWD. The more powerful T6 AWD is rated at 17 city and 22 highway mpg.

The 2011 Volvo XC60 is equipped as standard with Volvo’s All-Wheel Drive with Instant TractionTM to guarantee the best possible road grip whatever the situation. With the help of an electronically controlled clutch, the AWD system automatically distributes drive between the front and rear wheels. The Instant Traction function shifts power from the front to the rear wheels at lightning speed, for instance when starting from standstill on slippery or loose surfaces. There is also the new DRIVe version, that is front-wheel driven to further cut fuel consumption and carbon dioxide emissions.



2011 Volvo XC60 ES

The ES model comes with all the features you would expect from Volvo. Beyond the innovative City Safety technology, 17" alloy wheels and RSC (Roll Stability Control) system, the ES offers electrically adjustable and heated door mirrors, roof rails and rear spoiler. Interior details include electronic climate control, floor mats, passenger airbag cut-off switch, information centre, cruise control, leather steering wheel with remote audio controls, aluminium trim and performance sound audio system with aux input and CD player.

2011 Volvo XC60 SE

The SE is further enhanced with a rain sensor, rear park assist, power operated tailgate and autofolding power door mirrors with ground lights. Added luxury includes Eriksberg T-Tec/Textile upholstery, Bluetooth® handsfree system, autodimming rear view mirror and a high performance audio system with USB input and 8 speakers.

2011 Volvo XC60 SE LUX

Our most luxurious variant is the SE Lux. Above and beyond SE specification, the SE Lux has leather-faced upholstery, power adjustable driver’s seat with memory function, active bending lights with headlight cleaning system and 18" alloy wheels.

2011 Volvo XC60 R-DESIGN

A unique power steering system and 18" Cratus alloys wheels together with the R-DESIGN chassis enhance the handling of this model. Visual presence is complemented with silver matt door mirrors, unique rear exhaust pipes, together with R-DESIGN leather-faced upholstery, front sport seats with side support, R-DESIGN leather steering wheel and unique aluminium interior trim.


2011 Volvo XC60 PREMIUM

The Premium model is the ultimate upgrade. The combination of leather-faced upholstery, satellite navigation system, high performance audio system and DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting) radio is designed to complement the existing high level of specification whichever model you choose.

2011 Volvo XC60 DRIVe

The DRIVe badge is given to cars in the Volvo range that have the best environmental performance. The D3 DRIVe model is equipped with a conventional diesel engine and manual gearbox optimised for extra-low fuel consumption as well as being tailored specifically for low rolling resistance and reduced air drag. With CO2 as low as 154 g/km and fuel consumption of up to 47.9 mpg on a combined cycle, this makes the D3 DRIVe an attractive choice without compromising on driving pleasure. (DRIVe is not currently available as a geartronic.)

2011 Volvo XC60 ES On The Road Price

DIESEL
D3 DRIVe (163 PS) ES(i) : £26,795.00
D5 AWD (205 PS) ES : £29,295.00

2011 Volvo XC60 SE On The Road Price

T6 AWD (304 PS) SE Geartronic £35,295.00
T6 AWD (304 PS) SE Geartronic Premium £37,295.00

DIESEL
D3 DRIVe (163 PS) SE £28,795.00
D3 DRIVe (163 PS) SE Premium £30,795.00
D5 AWD (205 PS) SE £31,295.00
D5 AWD (205 PS) SE Premium £33,295.00

2011 Volvo S60 Dynamic Concept Technology

The concept 2011 Volvo S60 exterior gives a clear indication of what customers can expect of the all-new 2011 Volvo S60. On the inside we’ve been even more daring there the focus has been on creating a vision of the future in the slightly longer perspective,” says Volvo Cars Design Director Steve Mattin. The front of the S60 Concept naturally sports the enlarged iron mark in the trapezoidal grille. The grille itself has a somewhat new appearance with structured horizontal vanes adding refinement to its form.


The All New 2011 Volvo S60 boasts Volvo’s most dynamic sedan design yet. The exterior of this four-door coupe features a fast silhouette and new lateral “double wave” character lines it’s aggressive, sporty, and unique. Meanwhile, the interior was inspired by a Belgian racetrack, with a dramatic, continuously flowing line centered around the driver-oriented controls. Our high-quality materials and meticulous attention to detail deliver the exclusive feel that will entice your customers and keep them spellbound.


You will find innovative technology throughout the All-New 2011 Volvo S60, from the cockpit instruments to the options and accessories! An entirely new Driver Control Interface features a 7-inch, high-resolution color display that puts information right where it’s needed. Drivers can
control audio, climate, and infotainment functions by an easily accessible thumb control on the steering wheel or the traditional knobs on the floating center control console.


Of course, there’s a rockin’ audio system with HD Radio and a USB/AUX input. MultEQ XT from Audyssey Laboratories (available with the Premium Sound System) removes distortion caused by the cabin’s acoustics, enabling crisp, clear sound with improved soundstage effects for everyone in the car. Available navigation with real-time traffic now includes voice recognition. Taken together, these features help the driver stay focused on what’s important the road. Standard City Safety and the available Pedestrian Detection with Full Auto Brake are just two of the many groundbreaking technologies that demonstrate Volvo’s continued safety leadership.


We’ve amped up the “fun-to-drive” factor on the All-New S60 with: Powerful twin scroll turbo six cylinder engine with 300 HP Next-generation 6-speed Geartronic transmission Haldex electronically controlled AWD with Instant Traction Specially designed chassis that optimizes the driver’s control and road feel. Dynamic Stability and Traction Control (DSTC) with Sport Mode Advanced Stability Control (ASC). Corner Traction Control with torque vectoring. The new steering gear is specifically designed for improved response: it’s 10 percent faster than any model, ever. The thicker steering column and stiffer bushings have increased the torsional rigidity by 100 percent. Talk about excellent performance and handling!

2010 Volvo XC90

Volvo does things a little differently from other premium brands in the automotive world. For this Swedish manufacturer, safety and kid-friendliness are just as important as luxury amenities and driving performance, and in no vehicle is this more apparent than the Volvo XC90, a mid size seven-passenger SUV.



Innovative safety features aside, the 2010 XC90 is merely adequate relative to the premium mid size SUV competition. Zestier performance is available elsewhere, as are more cavernous cargo holds. With more and more modern competitors measuring up to Volvo's high safety standards, the aging XC90 isn't the slam dunk for families that Volvo products used to be. It remains capable, though, and arguably safer than ever thanks to some new tricks.



The Volvo XC90 is available in two versions: 3.2 and V8. Available with front- or all-wheel drive, the 3.2 is the entry-level model and carries a 3.2-liter in line six-cylinder engine rated for 235 horsepower. Mileage suffers a bit on the XC90 V8, but the 311-hp 4.4-liter V8 provides strong acceleration, moving this 4,600-pound SUV to 60 mph in 7.6 seconds. All-wheel drive is standard with the V8.



The 3.2 comes with five-passenger seating (with the third-row seat optional), while the V8 comes with seven-passenger seating. As this is a premium SUV, almost all major safety and convenience features are included, even on the base model. Major options include a rear entertainment system with dual screens, a DVD-based navigation system, a Dolby Pro Logic II surround-sound audio system and an interior air quality system, as well as an ultra-luxurious executive package for the V8 model.



Easily one of the safest SUVs on the market, the 2010 Volvo XC90 pioneered Roll Stability Control. This bit of technology uses a gyro sensor to identify every SUV owner's greatest fear, a potential rollover, and activates the stability control system to try to avert it. Another interesting feature is the Blind Spot Information System (BLIS), which monitors images from a pair of cameras mounted in the side mirrors and warns the driver via an indicator light when another vehicle moves into the XC90's blind spot. Of course, the XC90 also provides staples like side curtain airbag protection for all three rows, anti-whiplash seats and an emergency communications system. Volvo crash safety is legendary, and indeed, this mid size SUV has scored well in NHTSA and IIHS testing.



we've found that the 2010 XC90 drives just as you'd expect a safe, heavy 2010 Volvo SUV to drive. Ride quality is smooth and the cabin stays quiet, while handling is competent but not particularly sporty. Equipped with AWD, the XC90 makes an excellent snow vehicle but isn't intended for serious off-road romps. V8-powered models are considerably more satisfying to drive than six-cylinder XC90s.Despite its advancing age, the seven-passenger



Volvo XC90 is one of our top recommendations for families shopping for an SUV. Although its on-road performance is merely average as luxury SUVs go, the XC90 still offers a winning combination of safety, solidity and style.

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