News By Topic: Volvo

Volvo Car UK Succeeds in its Congestion Charge Challenge to the Mayor Of London

Aug 4, 2009

Following its challenge to The Mayor of London, Volvo Car UK has been successful in its bid to review the current Congestion Charge alternative fuel exemption that, Volvo believes, unfairly biases hybrid cars over other low-emitting vehicles. ... Continue reading

While Truth About CASH FOR CLUNKERS Funds Remains Unclear More Money is Approved

Jul 31, 2009

AUTO CENTRAL - July 31, 2009: Late yesterday the Associated Press published a report stating that the CARS "Cash for Clunkers" program was being suspended because funds had run out (just days after the program commenced). AP cited an annonymous source. This source has still not been revealed. The story was published ev ... Continue reading

Advertising Gifts From Bygone Times Attract Keen Collectors

Jul 31, 2009

From matchbooks and badges to designed clothing and lifestyle products. The development of Volvo Cars' first simple advertising giveaways to today's well thought-out range of merchandise tells an exciting story. Today the vintage advertising giveaways are once again in sharp focus - as highly attractive collectibles. ... Continue reading

Volvo Trucks Launches New Unique Stability Systems - VIDEO ENHANCED

Jul 30, 2009

STOCKHOLM - July 30, 2009: In 2008, Volvo Trucks was the first manufacturer in the world to present a further-enhanced ESP (Electronic Stability Program) system that stabilises both rigid trucks and trailers. Now a new version is being launched which can also handle 6x2 and 4x2 rigid trucks with one or more trailers. V ... Continue reading

Beijing Gives Geely Go-Ahead to Buy Volvo Cars

Jul 30, 2009

Beijing gives Geely go-ahead to buy Volvo Car unit Geely Holding Group has been given the go-ahead by China's main economic planning agency on its bid for Ford Motor Co.'s Volvo unit, the Shanghai Securities Journal reports Wednesday. The report said Geely has received the confirmation letter from the National Developm ... Continue reading

New Aftermarket Director For Volvo In London

Jul 23, 2009

Nigel Base has joined Volvo Truck and Bus Centre London as their new Aftermarket Director. Nigel has worked in the commercial vehicle field for his entire career. He replaces Jim Murray who acted as interim Director for a short period. ... Continue reading

Volvo Engineers Union Rejects Acquisition by Geely

Jul 22, 2009

Volvo engineers union repulses acquisition by Geely http://autonews.gasgoo.com/auto-news/1011417/Volvo-engineers-union-repu lses- acquisition-by-Geely.html Shanghai, July 22 (Gasgoo.com) Head of Volvo Car Corporation engineers union said that although Geely appears to be a serious buyers for Volvo, it can not change th ... Continue reading

Volvo is on the Case in "Midsomer Murders"

Jul 22, 2009

Volvo Car UK has joined Causton CID's leading crime-fighters in a mission to rid the fictional village of Midsomer of its murderous reputation. ... Continue reading

Crash Tests of Volvo & Ford Coupes Earn Top Safety Pick – VIDEO ENHANCED

Jul 21, 2009

Crash tests demonstrate that occupant protection in all kinds of vehicles is improving. However, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety doesn't routinely test vehicles in every size/type category. Emphasizing vehicles for family use, the Institute usually crash tests 4-door models. To evaluate the extent to which a ... Continue reading

Dream Car + Dream Vacation: Discover Volvo's Overseas Delivery Program

Jul 21, 2009

For a Limited Time, Submit an Ideal Vacation at www.CarPlusVacation.com and Enter to Win a Trip for Two to Sweden ROCKLEIGH, N.J., July 21 -- For years, Volvo Cars of North America's (VCNA) Overseas Delivery Program has offered car buyers an unforgettable way to pick up their new vehicle, an opportunity to save money o ... Continue reading

Polestar Performance Upgrade Package Brings Volvo Race Technology To The Road

Jul 17, 2009

In conjunction with participation at the Brands Hatch round of the WTCC this weekend, Volvo Car UK and Polestar Racing AB have announced a new range of performance upgrades for Volvo road cars. ... Continue reading

Geely to Offer Final $2 Billion Bid for Volvo

Jul 16, 2009

Geely said to offer final $2-bln bid for Volvo Geely Holding Group Co. is expected to submit a final bid by later this month with an offer anticipated to be around $2 billion, according to people familiar with Geely, The Wall Street Journal reported. The private Chinese automaker has been working for almost three years ... Continue reading

Ener1 Lithium-Ion Batteries Hit the Streets in Volvo Demonstration Fleet - VIDEO ENHANCED

Jul 13, 2009

Extended Road Tests Underway in Europe for Plug-in Hybrids Due in 2012 Program Includes Infrastructure Partnership with Electric Utility Vattenfall NEW YORK, July 13 -- Volvo Car Corporation has chosen advanced, American-made lithium-ion battery systems designed and produced by Ener1, Inc. to power a pair of plug-in hy ... Continue reading

Volvo Hybrid Double Deck Buses Unveiled at Historic Venue - VIDEO ENHANCED

Jul 7, 2009

STOCKHOLM, Sweden - July 7, 2009: The historic venue of Alexandra Palace in London provided a fitting backdrop today (Tuesday 7th July) for the world debut of the first of a new generation of highly fuel efficient and environmentally friendly Volvo Hybrid Double Deck buses to Arriva London. A total of six Volvo B5L Hyb ... Continue reading

Volvo Secures Record Truck Order in India

Jul 3, 2009

STOCKHOLM, Sweden--Volvo Trucks in India has secured an order for 125 trucks. It is the company's largest order since being established in the country. Vijay Leasing Company in Hyderabad, India is the company purchasing 125 Volvo FM trucks. The trucks will be delivered in the summer of 2009 for use in coal and steel mi ... Continue reading