Volvo V40 (2013)

CAR GARAGE | Volvo V40 (2013) | Volvo's reputation for safety leadership has not been overlooked. A new innovation, Pedestrian Airbag Technology, joins a previous world-first Volvo, Pedestrian Detection with Full Auto Brake, the which was first shown on the Volvo S60. Together, They Ensure the all-new V40 offers unrivaled protection for pedestrians, as well as for the car's occupants. The new Pedestrian Airbag, the which makes its world debut on the Volvo V40, inflates from under the rear edge of the bonnet when the car detects That it has hit a pedestrian. City Safety, an innovation first shown on the Volvo XC60 to avoid noise-to-tail urban accidents, has been further improved for the Volvo V40. Insurance claims involving the Volvo XC60 City Safety That show has reduced personal injury claims by 51 per cent, while vehicle repair costs have been lowered by more than 20 percent. That Little wonder many insurers now Reduced premiums for Volvo drivers.

The exterior was styled by Volvo's Californian studio in Camarillo by American Chris Benjamin. The Pedestrian Airbag Technology allowed him to lower the bonnet line and lower the whole car. It's actually 29 mm (just over an inch) lower than a C30 coupé, one of the lowest hatchbacks on the road. The cabin design priorities were to give, "a large car feel inside a small car". The dash is wide - accentuating the big car feel - while a new high-tech TFT (thin film transistor) display digital instrument is available. The Volvo V40 comes with Bluetooth music streaming and hands-free mobile connectivity as standard.

Ever since the first Volvo was built in 1927, the overriding priority has been to help develop cars That Prevent accidents and, if the accident does Happen, to offer maximum protection. "Cars are driven by people," declared co-founders Assar Gabrielsson and Gustaf Larson. "Therefore the guiding principle behind everything at Volvo is, and must REMAIN, safety." Volvo safety has been a pioneer ever since the company was founded. Innovations include the three-point seat belt (1959) - the greatest advance in car safety of all time, According to many safety experts. They also include the safety cage (1944), rear seat belts (1966) and side impact airbags (1994). Safety has always been the Cornerstone of any Volvo," notes Andreas Eidehall, Technical Expert Active Safety. "Safety is a key part of our 'Designed Around You' philosophy. Our cars are designed to help you avoid an accident, but also to avoid injury if an accident is unavoidable. Caring for people is part of the Volvo ethos. That's why our innovative pedestrian safety features are so important. "

The big seller will be the 1.6-liter four-cylinder diesel D2. Piezo-electric injectors Ensure particularly precise distribution of the atomized fuel, resulting in efficient combustion and low emissions. The cylinder block and head are both made from aluminum, ensuring low weight. Maximum power is 115hp while maximum torque is a healthy 270 Nm, available from 1750-2500 rpm. Even at 4000rpm, the engine is still producing almost 200 Nm of torque.

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Volvo S60 R-Design (2012)

CAR GARAGE | Volvo S60 R-Design (2012) | The Volvo S60 R-Design's energy is channeled to the wheels through Volvo's second-generation 6-speed Geartronic automatic transmission with Sport mode and a selectable That holds shifts deeper into the torque curve. The standard electronically controlled all-wheel-drive in the 2012 Volvo S60 R-Design has Instant Traction and Corner Traction Control, a further refinement of Dynamic Stability and Traction Control (DSTC) That the uses torque vectoring to smooth and Stabilize cornering. It gently brakes the inner wheel driven while adding power to the outer wheel to Reduced any Tendency to understeer (or "plow"). Both front and rear springs are 15 mm shorter and 15 percent stiffer, the rear suspension bushings are 20 percent stiffer, and the front tie-blade bushing is a massive 400 percent stiffer than the T6's to help keep under control during Things aggressive driving.

We were impressed last year by the new-for-2011 mid-range S60 sedan, and we're even more enamored by this new 2012 Volvo S60 R-Design performance model. But as Volvo's sedan the quickest and most powerful yet, is it competitive with BMW's vaunted mid-range 5 Series sport sedans? The base 250-hp 5-cylinder 6-speed-automatic S60 T5 offers a slew of standard stuff beginning with a high-performance multimedia audio system and dual-zone electronic climate control and finishing with a full suite of safety features That includes Volvo's exclusive That City Safety system can actively avoid low-speed collisions.

All 2012 Volvo S60 models come with City Safety, the low-speed collision avoidance / mitigation system originally introduced in the XC60 premium CUV. At-speed relative differences less than nine mph, City Safety can help entirely avoid a collision. Up to 22 mph, it can help avoid a pedestrian hit.

This R-Design sport chassis surpasses anything in our toolbox, "says Volvo S60 brand manager Frank Vacca. Only the brakes, predictably strong and reliable in normal driving, disappointed by heating and fading a bit after repeated hard laps. If a fairly rare, distinctive and surprisingly affordable Euro-sport sedan Might Be on your wish list, we recommend giving the 2012 Volvo S60 R-Design a serious look. Easily Volvo's best-looking, best-handling and best-performing sedan ever, it's nothing like Those "good old" days Volvo. www.volvocars.com.

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Volvo XC90 (2013)

CAR GARAGE | Volvo XC90 (2013) | The Six-speed Geartronic Transmission weighs 4751 lbs. Safety in the XC90 is not a problem with the specs involved Including a locking brakes with anti-assistance. ventilated emergency brake disc brakes help to Ensure a short stopping distance in all Situations. Meet the new 2013 Volvo XC90 with luxurious interiors and muscular exterior. Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) circulate the braking effect front and rear Between the wheels to Achieve optimal results According to load and driving conditions.

At the core of DSTC, sensors register the car's direction and roll rate. Also RSC, a Volvo's Roll Stability Control (RSC) can step in to help Prevent the vehicle from rolling over and Integrated front and rear side positioning lights help alert other drivers to your car's presence.

You can even change its sensitivity - or turn it off completely - via a button / ring on the wiper stalk. Also speed sensitive power steering uses sophisticated, speed-sensitive technology to regulate the amount of power a driver needs assistance. At highway speeds, steering is firmer and more immediate.

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Volvo V60 Plug-in Hybrid (2013)

CAR GARAGE | Volvo V60 Plug-in Hybrid (2013) | The production version of the Volvo V60 Plug-in Hybrid will be launched in just one color - Electric Silver. The first 1.000 units of the Volvo V60 Plug-in Hybrid are only available in Electric Silver livery.  The interior of the Volvo V60 Plug-in Hybrid has black leather upholstery with contrasting stitching and inlays of blue-gray wood. Other distinctive interior details include a leather-covered steering wheel, specially designed mats and a gear lever knob with integrated indicators. The list of standard equipment includes features Such as speed-dependent power steering, electrically adjustable driver's seat, front and rear parking sensors, Bluetooth phone link and Volvo on Call.

From the environmental viewpoint the plug-in hybrid is totally superior to the first generation of hybrid cars, the which in principle Reduced carbon dioxide emissions by about 15 per cent compared with the same hybrid models without power. In hybrid mode, the large rechargeable battery pack in the Volvo V60 Plug-in Hybrid Gives 65 per cent lower carbon dioxide emissions than a conventional V60 with the same diesel engine: 49 g / km. Thanks to the Pure, Hybrid and Power buttons, this car is the perfect choice for Uncompromising customer who wants the minimum carbon dioxide emissions combined with maximum driving pleasure, "says Stefan Jacoby. On longer trips, the diesel engine Gives the car the same range as a conventional hybrid - but with far lower carbon dioxide emissions.

When Save is activated, the on-board system ensures there is always sufficient That charge for driving later in Pure mode. If Necessary, the high-tension generator will charge the battery pack so there is sufficient capacity for driving in Pure mode. The Save mode should Ensure there is sufficient battery power for about 20 kilometers of driving on electricity alone.

The Volvo V60 Plug-in hybrid can be recharged from a regular power outlet (230V/6A, 10A or 16A) at home or in a parking lot. Recharging time varies with Amperage. The pre-conditioning function can also cool the batteries. The Volvo V60 Plug-in Hybrid has two heating systems. In electric mode the car uses a PTC (Positive Temperature Coefficient) water heater. The car also has a diesel-powered heater.

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Volvo XC60 Plug-in Hybrid Concept (2012)

CAR GARAGE | Volvo XC60 Plug-in Hybrid Concept (2012) | No other manufacturer has succeeded in delivering aspects of fuel economy and electrical range on this level in a capable, spacious performance car with 350 horsepower on tap." The technology in the XC60 Plug-in Hybrid Concept is as ingenious as it is unique," says Stefan Jacoby, President and CEO of Volvo Car Corporation. VEA (Volvo Environmental Architecture) engine family. In the XC60 Plug-in Hybrid Concept we demonstrate That our forthcoming four-cylinder engines offer the same high performance as today's sixes. At the same time, Their fuel consumption will be lower than in current four-cylinder engines," says Peter Mertens , Senior Vice President Research & Development at Volvo Car Corporation.

The concept car carries a "T8" badge, the which emphasizes the combined 350 horsepower of the high-performance four-cylinder engine and the electric motor. This moves the car into territory Previously Occupied solely by eight-cylinder engines. VEA is a modular range of diesel and gasoline engines. In order to cover all customer requirements, Certain engines will gain added performance via hybrid drive technology or other Spearhead. The engine in the Volvo XC60 Concept Plug-in Hybrid has no conventional starter motor or alternator. It also charges the battery during braking. The rear axle of the Volvo XC60 Concept Plug-in Hybrid is driven by an electric motor producing 70 horsepower.

The battery pack is recharged from a regular power outlet, at home or at a parking place.  This offers convenient access to a wide range of data, Such as the battery's charge level, remaining range, and the location and capacity of the nearest recharging station. The electric four-wheel drive Volvo XC60 in the Plug-in Hybrid Concept is activated by pressing the AWD (All Wheel Drive) button. Instead of the mechanical power transfer of conventional four-wheel drive, the central control unit power distributes Between the gasoline-driven front wheels and the electrically driven rear axle. When Save is activated, the generator charges and tops up the battery pack if Necessary. The aim is to Ensure sufficient battery power for about 12 miles (20 km) of driving on electricity.

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2013 Volvo V40

CAR GARAGE | 2013 Volvo V40 | The all-new V40 Volvo boasts class-leading driving dynamics thanks to focused attention to a number of vital areas. The chassis is designed to offer the agile, connected experience That creates true driving pleasure.The all-new Volvo 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.

Charged with an outstanding set of high-tech features it will definitely give our toughest competitors a headache," says Stefan Jacoby, President and CEO of Volvo Car Corporation. Thanks to input from customers all over the world our most compact model of the V-range features an outstanding blend of design, safety and versatility. The car is loaded with features That of modern luxury cars buyers want," explains Stefan Jacoby.

The all-new Volvo V40 features a class-leading safety and driver support package, Including Volvo Car Corporation's groundbreaking Pedestrian Detection with Full Auto Brake and several other new features. Volvo Car Corporation expects to sell 90.000 units per year of the all-new Volvo V40. The car will be built in Volvo Car Corporation's plant in Ghent, Belgium. The car boasts sharpened features and characteristics from larger Volvos - wrapped in a sleek, compact package.

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