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The Final Volvo Concept is an Exciting Mystery

In Stamford, CT we're preparing for the rainy month ahead. It seems like our favorite brand is doing the same, as we've just seen some images of the third and final concept Volvo that will be unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show. This exciting finale is hidden under a custom made car cover which was developed by the Swedish raincoat company Stutterheim.

Rain gear has never looked so good or piqued so much interest. 

These saucy teasers only showed off quick glimpses of the car, which has wagon-style body. With the back view we can see the bold…

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Volvo Tires Tackle Winter Challenges with Ease

We are now in the thick of winter and have seen Mother Nature throw some intense snowstorms our way. When the weather conditions get harsh, Volvo drivers know they are safe and sound every time they get behind the wheel, not only thanks to their vehicles secure design, but also its capable snow tires.

To showcase the aptitude of their winter tires, Volvo released a video clip in which a Volvo V40 drives in the…

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Volvo Teases Concept XC Coupe Ahead of Detroit Auto Show

The Volvo brand has been in the process of revitalizing itself through new models and technology. These two will come together in the Swedish automaker's latest concept vehicle, which will debut at next week's Detroit Auto Show. It's called the Concept XC Coupe and is the second of three concept vehicles that Volvo has planned to showcase their new design direction. Check out this stunning concept in action and up close in…

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Volvo Testing Fleet of Self-Driving Cars in Sweden

The idea of autonomous vehicles that can drive by themselves had been a concept of science fiction for a long time. The auto industry however has been working for years to advance self driving technology. It started slow, with vehicles that first were able to park themselves but in recent years leaps and bounds have been made on the technology.

Just has Volvo partnered with the Swedish Government to test their first fleet of self driving vehicles on public roads. It has been dubbed the Volvo Drive Me project and it will be kicking off in 2014 with a fleet…
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Volvo Group Works with eCoMove to Reduce Trucking Fuel Consumption

No doubt about it, fuel efficiency and vehicle emissions is a huge concern for the auto industry today and the population at large. It is a point of such importance, automakers are looking for every possible way they can help make vehicles cleaner and more efficient. Volvo Group, the truck division of Volvo, is working with an initiative called the eCoMove to do just that.

EcoMove is a European research project that has been underway for the past three years. The goal of the project is to research new methods drivers can use to make their driving habits as efficient…
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Volvo Revises Advertising Strategy for Major U.S. Comeback

Over the past few years, the innovative and reliable Volvo auto brand has gone through several different owners, tried many different advertising approaches and started introducing some of its most unique vehicles ever. Now, we've received word that, as part of its $11 billion plan, it will stop focusing so much on its vehicles' sexy style and more on their tried and true reliability ratings. The brand hopes this will increase global sales to 800,000 units by 2020.

ABC News describes Volvo's thinking in turning to traditional safety messages, writing, "During a recent U.S. trip to…

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And the 2013 Red Dot Design Award Goes to. . . Volvo!

The Red Dot Design Award is one of the most prestigious awards given each year, and this year, the Volvo Car Group has earned it due to its innovative new Volvo Sensus Connected Touch in-car connectivity system. Volvo of Stamford, located in Stamford, CT, can't say we're surprised, but we are excited that this incredible technology is being recognized in such an outstanding way!

The new system is designed to keep drivers entertained with their favorite music (like the world's first voice-activated Spotify streaming) and to keep them safe on the road. Available in almost all new…

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Volvo Tests Out their New Power Steering System with - a Hamster

Making automobiles that are simple and enjoyable to drive is a priority for Volvo. This includes the new models sitting within our Stamford, CT showroom, and also the commercial trucks Volvo builds. To exhibit how easy Volvos are to drive, the auto maker created an experiment that allowed a hamster to drive one.

Yes, that is correct. A hamster. Creating a special hamster wheel, they connected it to the steering wheel of a 15-ton commercial…

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New V60 Has A Number of Engine Options

Options. Something that Volvo has plenty of. If you need proof then come down to our Stamford, CT showroom and check them out for yourself. We are sure you will be able to find a model that's right for you, like the new V60.

Volvo recently introduced the new model with an robust engine selection for the much-anticipated wagon. The only downside of this is that it makes deciding on one pretty difficult as all options are very appealing.

You will find three turbocharged options, the first being a 2.0-liter inline four cylinder. It boasts 240 horsepower and…

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