The
new Volvo S40 and V50 – refined sportiness and increased
premium feel
•
Closer visual links with the larger Volvo models
•
Increasing numbers of younger buyers with high premium demands
•
Improved storage
•
Enhanced driving pleasure
•
New safety features
•
Audio system of world class
•
One-third of total sales volume
When
the current generation of the Volvo S40 and V50 were
introduced in 2003, Volvo Cars had its sights firmly set on
younger buyers with high demands on sportiness and premium
feel.
The
new Volvo S40 and new Volvo V50 are making a joint entry onto
the market with considerably refined design. A range of new
features further sharpens their competitive edge in the hunt
for discerning young car buyers.
“When
the cars were introduced almost four years ago, we emphasised
that they gave buyers the properties of the larger Volvo
models but in a more compact format. Now we’re taking this
approach one step further by increasing the ‘grown-up’
quality perception even more. At the same time we are
accentuating the differences between the two models. The new
S40 moves closer to the Volvo S80 while the new V50 is more
like the new Volvo V70,” says Volvo Cars President and CEO
Fredrik Arp.
Fresh
figures from both the US and Europe show that the company’s
focus on younger target groups has made a significant
contribution to sales.
Buyers
under 35 years up by more than 20 percent
It’s
the figures for the USA that are most noteworthy:
•
The proportion of S40 buyers under 35 years of age has
increased from 23 percent to 45 percent.
•
The proportion of singles has risen by 10 percent, from 30 to
40 percent.
•
The overall average age of S40 customers has dropped by ten
years from 50 to 40.
“What
is more, the reasons for choosing the S40 are much more
emotional than before. Today’s buyers speak enthusiastically
of its sporty design and driving pleasure. We’re also
increasingly winning the image and prestige match against our
toughest competitors,” reveals Fredrik Arp.
In
Europe, the proportion of V50 buyers whose main alternative
was a premium car such as the large German makes is now
touching 47 percent – compared with 24 percent for the
previous Volvo V40.
The
proportion of customers younger than 44 years has risen by ten
percent from 45 to 55 percent. And in Europe too, it is the
more emotional reasons for purchase that are gaining ground
among V50 buyers, more of whom are families with children than
in the case of the S40.
Improved
storage
Both
design and technical refinements in the new Volvo S40 and V50
focused on improving the models’ already highly appreciated
characteristics and on tackling weaknesses identified by
customers, for instance when it comes to interior storage
space.
“The
design team exploited every available cubic centimetre in an
intelligent way. The all-new design of the centre console and
the door inside panels, for instance, has increased storage
capacity and added even greater flexibility to the
interior,” explains Fredrik Arp.
Sharper
driveline range
The
driving characteristics are already among the most renowned
strengths of the two models.
One
new feature is that the T5 engine gets a performance hike of
10 horsepower, giving an output of 230 hp. There are also five
other petrol engine versions available, plus a bio-ethanol
Flexifuel variant:
•
1.6 100 hp
•
1.8 125 hp
•
1.8F 125 hp (Flexifuel)
•
2.0 145 hp
•
2.4 140 hp
•
2.4i 170 hp
Diesel
engines, which account for 55 percent of S40 and V50 sales in
Europe and 25 percent in total, are available in three
versions:
•
1.6D 109 hp
•
2.0D 136 hp
•
D5 180 hp
One
change here is that during the second half of 2007 the D5
engine will also be available with a manual gearbox, offering
the driver no less than 400 Nm of torque compared with the
automatic transmission’s 350 Nm. This engine is one of the
first to meet the expected Euro 5 European exhaust emission
levels.
The
E85-powered (85 percent ethanol, 15 percent petrol) Flexifuel
variant producing 125 hp is becoming increasingly competitive.
The Volvo S40 and V50 Flexifuel are sold in nine European
countries and in 2007 account for 8 percent of these models’
total sales.
Now
with active headlights
When
it comes to safety, the new S40 and V50 come with several new
features:
•
Optional Active Bi-Xenon headlamps that swivel the light beam
in the direction of the road when the driver turns the
steering wheel.
•
The car’s hazard warning flashers are automatically
activated when the airbags are deployed, a feature that helps
attract the attention of other motorists in the event of a
single-vehicle accident in the dark, for instance.
•
The brake lights now have the EBL (Emergency Brake Lights)
function, which causes them to flash rapidly when the driver
stamps hard on the brake pedal, so as to effectively alert
traffic behind the car.
Audio
system of world class
The
new Volvo S40 and V50 can be specified with an audio system of
absolute world class.
The
most advanced of the three systems, Premium Sound, has a
digital amplifier from Alpine, Dolby® Pro Logic II Surround
and loudspeakers from Dynaudio of Denmark.
In
the High Performance and Premium Sound systems it is possible
to play CD discs with music in MP3 or WMA format. This means
that the CD changer can store several hundred music tracks and
give the owner access to his or her own private home music
library even while on the move.
What
is more, all the audio systems now come with an extra socket
(AUX) for connection of other equipment such as a portable MP3
player. USB and iPod connectors are available as accessories.
One-third
of total Volvo Cars sales
The
sales target for the new Volvo S40 is 75,000 cars per year.
The
USA is the largest single market with one-third of total
sales, while in 2007 China will advance to second place owing
to local production of about 8,000 Volvo S40s. The United
Kingdom, Spain, Germany and Sweden are the largest S40 markets
in Europe.
The
target for the new Volvo V50 is 70,000 cars annually. Here 85
percent of sales are in Europe, with Germany, Sweden, Britain,
Italy and the Netherlands being the largest individual
markets.
“The
Volvo S40 and V50 not only account for one-third of our total
sales volume in 2007; they also play a vital role in
reinforcing the Volvo brand. The new models sharpen their
competitiveness in every important area and I am convinced
that together with the new C30, they will attract even more
new and younger buyers,” says Fredrik Arp.
Descriptions
and facts in this press material relate to Volvo Cars’
international car range. Described features might be optional.
Vehicle
specifications may vary from one country to another and may be
altered without prior notification.
The
new Volvo S40 and V50 – more dynamic looks and liberated
storage space
•
Increased differentiation between the S40 and V50
•
New S40 front with lower, broader stance
•
Sportier new grille creates a tougher V50 look
•
Slimmer tail lamps and new rear bumper
•
Larger and more practical storage space
•
New real wood inlay – Nordic Light Oak
•
Fresh new Spring Green upholstery
A
number of distinctive design cues take the new Volvo S40 a
visual step closer to the new S-range look as first shown on
the all-new Volvo S80. At the same time, the V50 approaches
the new V-range and the all-new V70 without compromising on
its original compact and sporty attributes.
“When
it comes to the exterior, we’re aiming for increased
differentiation between the two models. The interior
refinements have focused on liberating smart storage space,”
says Volvo Cars Design Director Steve Mattin.
Starting
with the new S40, the source of the inspiration can be seen
clearly when the compact sedan is viewed from the front.
The
new colour-coordinated soft nose creates a broader, lower
stance thanks to a new grille with a larger Volvo iron mark,
new headlamps and a lower air intake that sweeps across the
entire front unlike the current model’s three-part design.
“The
new, lower and more horizontal appearance radiates smooth
power. This impression is reinforced when the car is seen from
the side. At the rear, it is the shape of the new tail lamps
and the new bumper that further boost the dynamic
appearance,” says Steve Harper, who has been responsible for
the design of the new Volvo S40 and V50.
Sportier
V50 grille
The
new black egg-crate grille with its larger Volvo iron mark
emphasises a sporty language. The new headlamps and the three
sculpted lower air intakes are other details that give the new
color-coordinated soft-nose V50 front an increased impression
of solidity.
“Here,
we’ve created visual vertical elements in order to further emphasize
the new grille,” says Steve Harper.
Slimmer
tail lamps
The
lower part of the tail lamp panel on both the S40 and V50 is
30 millimeters higher than before and the lamps themselves
have an entirely new graphic layout. The brake lights are now
of LED type and the position marker lamps emphasize the
car’s shoulders.
The
new bumper features integrated reflectors in the lower corners
and the lower, broader design language is supplemented with
the more horizontal lines of the exhaust tailpipe.
“The
improved shape and position of the exhaust tailpipes is a good
example of how a little extra visual touch can create a highly
potent impression,” says Steve Harper.
Freeing
up storage space
When
refining the interior, the design team transformed itself into
something of a liberation movement for storage space.
“The
criticism of the current models’ limited storage space
served as high-octane fuel when the time came to sketch the
new interior of the S40 and V50. We weren’t entirely
satisfied until we felt we had exploited every single
available cubic centimeter in an efficient way,” relates
Steve Harper.
The
team concentrated its efforts on two areas: the door sides and
the centre stack.
The
entire lower part of the front door inside panels was
redesigned. The audio system loudspeakers were reshaped to
free up space for a new, larger storage compartment with space
for an A4 format book, an upright soft drinks can or a water
bottle lying down.
As
an added bonus, space was also freed up for an extra Dynaudio
loudspeaker (only for Premium Sound), which adds even more
spice to the audio experience.
Larger
and more intelligent center console
The
already iconic super-slim center console is available in
additional decor versions such as the Nordic Light Oak real
wood inlay, and the theme now flows smoothly with similar
elegant soft curvature surfaces all the way to the rear seat.
The
storage space between the seats has also been refined with the
help of Scandinavian design tradition’s most renowned
hallmark – smart functionality.
The
handbrake has a more compact design, which in turn has freed
space for more generous storage capacity.
Sliding
cover and flexible armrest
The
sliding cover over the larger storage compartments, in which
there are also two holders that provide secure support for
large and small cups, is complemented by an improved flexible
armrest for the driver. This also has a built-in feature that
the design team playfully call the “hamburger table”.
“We’ve
even utilised the small spaces that are usually simply covered
over when they’re not housing controls for options or
accessories. Now instead, the space has been converted into a
handy compartment, for instance for a mobile phone. After all,
the phone is not something we should be using while driving,
anyway,” explains Steve Harper, and adds:
“And
on the back of the console there is another little jewel: a
flip-up holder for a 1.5-litre bottle within easy reach of
passengers in the rear-seat.”
New
upholstery and green highlight color
New
design details in the instrument panel and air vents also
contribute to the interior refinement in the new S40 and V50.
The
upholstery range has been expanded both at base level and for
the more exclusive options, for instance with a new, finer
grained leather. At base level there is a green ‘accent’ color
fabric with the poetic name of Spring Green.
“The
green upholstery is entirely in line with the increasing
demand for personalized choices by our customers. We started
with blue and red upholstery in the new Volvo C30, and now we
are introducing green in the new S40 and V50. I’m sure
it’s going to be very popular,” says Steve Harper.
Descriptions
and facts in this press material relate to Volvo Cars’
international car range. Described features might be optional.
Vehicle
specifications may vary from one country to another and may be
altered without prior
The
all-new Volvo V70
– still number one in the estate car segment
•
Maintaining leadership in the segment
•
Elevated combination of luxury and versatility
•
Target 75,000 cars per year
•
Sweden the largest market
•
Sales start in August 2007
•
World breakthrough in child safety
Backed
by 54 years of ongoing refinement and improvement, Volvo Cars
is still the global leader in the segment for large estate
cars.
Now
the all-new Volvo V70 is making its entry onto the market with
an innovative combination of luxury and versatility. “This
segment has been our specialty ever since we invented it back
in the 1950s. Our competitors can count on us remaining number
one in the future too. In the all-new V70, rear passengers and
luggage both ride in first class,” says Volvo Cars President
and CEO Fredrik Arp. More
The
all-new Volvo XC70 – ongoing capable success in a refined
package
•
Ongoing “crossover” success
•
More luxury and added capability
•
Target 40,000 cars per year
•
U.S. the largest market
•
Sales start in August 2007
When
the first XC model from Volvo Cars took to the roads in 1996,
it was not only an immediate sales success; it also carved out
an entirely new Cross Country segment.
Now
the third generation of the Volvo XC70 steps into the
spotlight at the Geneva Motor Show. With its original recipe
intact – but now with added luxury and in an even more
capable package than ever. More
Insurance Institute for Highway Safety Acknowledges Volvo
C70's Safety Systems
The
Insurance Institute for Highway Safety recently conducted its
first crash tests of several convertibles and has awarded the
Volvo C70 as one of their 'Top Safety Picks'. "For
more than 80 years, Volvo has built cars with Safety in
mind," states Anne Bélec, President and CEO, Volvo Cars
of North America. "We are extremely pleased to have done
well in the Institutes' testing program. From the very start
of our modern convertible program, our goal was to bring
advanced technology and engineering skills into this flagship
vehicle."
The
hot-selling Volvo C70 arrived in the U.S. market in 2006 and
has set the benchmark for convertible safety in regards to
occupant protection with a number of safety systems, including
the unique Inflatable Curtain for side impact protection, the
use of multiple grades of steel for frontal and rear
collisions, and Volvo's Roll Over Protection System (ROPS).
More
ALL-NEW
VOLVO XC70: REFINING THE PACKAGE OF SUCCESS
When the first XC model from Swedish auto marque Volvo took to
the American roads in 1997, sales success and an entirely new
Cross Country segment soon followed.
Ten year later, the third-generation XC70 makes its North
American debut by rolling into the spotlight at the New York
International Auto Show. The original recipe is still
intact, but now Volvo's crossover vehicle has added luxury as
well as even greater capabilities for adventure.
The original XC exceeded Volvo's sales expectations largely
based on the vehicle's appeal to consumers in the United
States. For them, the XC70 served the functionality of
an SUV, while providing the distinctive Volvo feel of a true
premium car. The term "crossover" emerged. More
Volvo
quartet ranked as "best bets"
Nearly one quarter of Americans are considering buying a new
Toyota, while Ford is the top domestic manufacturer for brand
perception. Only five brands stand out from the competition
– Toyota, Ford, Honda, Volvo and Chevrolet.
The Car Book is considered to be the consumer’s best car
buying guide. In this year’s edition, which is the 27th, the
S40, V50, C70 (pictured), and V70 are all listed in the
“Best Bet” category. Story
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Top
Ratings for Volvo in latest JD Power Survey
On
the German market, Volvo gained the highest marks of all
European car manufacturers
in customer satisfaction. This is the result of the latest
"J.D.
Power-Report“,
the most important customer satisfaction study for the car
industry.
In
this survey, 126 car models of 28 brands were rated.
Volvo left all European cars behind - including the German
premium brands - and gained the forth rank behind
three Japanese car makes with an index-rating of 82.3%.
In
the upper-class category, the Volvo V70 gained the highest
scores and was ranked number one with an index of 82.3%. For
Volvo, customer satisfaction and permanent quality
optimization, as well as high quality of production, safety
and generally a strict focus on customer requirements have
always been the highest principles.
A
Volvo XC90 for Pope Benedict XVI
Volvo Cars presented His Holiness, Pope Benedict XVI,
with one of its Sport Utility Vehicles.
The keys of the car have been delivered to the Pope in the
Vatican, on Wednesday June 28th, with a short ceremony after
the Papal Audience.
On Wednesday June 28, His Holiness Pope Benedict XVI has received the
keys of the Volvo XC90 that Volvo Car Corporation has
presented him with.
The delivery of the keys to the Pope has taken place in the
Vatican, during a short ceremony after the Papal Audience.
To represent Volvo Cars, Gerry Keaney, Vice President Volvo
Car Corporation, Marketing Sales and Service, Pascal Bellemans,
President Volvo Auto Italia, and Michele Crisci, General
Manager Volvo Auto Italia attended.
The Volvo XC90 delivered to the Pope – and fitted for His personal use
– is a V8 version. It is a dark blue XC90 with light
interiors.
Since its debut, the Volvo XC90 has set the highest standards among SUV
when it comes to Safety, in all driving conditions and on any
surface. The AWD system (all-wheel drive) allows the car
excellent off-road behavior, while ROPS System helps the car
avoiding roll-over or reducing consequences of that type of
accident.
The Volvo XC90 has also been designed and built not only to protect
people on board, but also in order to enhance Safety
performances on other vehicles in case of impact.
"We are absolutely happy and proud of the opportunity we had to give
a car to the Pope. Safety has always been a no-compromise
must for Volvo; no doubt, our strong commitment to
safeguard lives could not get a higher and more touching
recognition", said Pascal Bellemans, President Volvo Auto
Italia.
High-tech
3.2-liter in-line six-cylinder engine finds its way into new
refined Volvo XC90
•
Refined and more car like design
•
Upgraded interior
•
Sharper powertrain range with new,
highly advanced 3.2-liter six-cylinder engine
•
Focus on driver control including new
Park Assist Camera
•
World-class audio system with Dynaudio
speakers and Dolby Pro Logic II
•
50 percent of total sales in the USA
The
new XC90 is intended to strengthen Volvo Cars’ position in a
SUV market that received the first XC90 generation with
standing ovations.
Continuing success
The Volvo XC90 is an enormous sales success for Volvo Cars.
Its original production volume of 50,000 units was
successively increased and in 2005, production of the XC90 in
the Swedish Torslanda factory approached 90,000 units.
The new, enhanced Volvo XC90 will start production in spring
2006. Story
Volvo
Safety, with Children in Mind
New
York (April, 2006) - For over 30 years, Volvo has developed
child safety systems to help protect its littlest passengers.
Throughout those years, Volvo held to the belief that safety
protection should be for all occupants, regardless of size or
age. While safety is paramount, Volvo also believes that
keeping children comfortable is in the best interest of
parents, as well as the children themselves.
The Beginning of Modern Child Safety
The
impetus for modern child safety was born in Sweden 1963. While
watching an American TV program, Bertil Aldman of Chalmers
University in Gothenburg noticed the position of the
astronauts in the Gemini space capsule. By lying on their
backs, in opposite direction to the force of acceleration,
they were better able to withstand the acceleration. Professor
Aldman believed that this principle could be applied to
protect a child in the event of a head-on collision. Story
High-tech
3.2-liter in-line six-cylinder engine finds its way into new
refined Volvo XC90
•
Refined and more car like design
•
Upgraded interior
•
Sharper powertrain range with new,
highly advanced 3.2-litre six-cylinder engine
•
Focus on driver control including new
Park Assist Camera
•
World-class audio system with Dynaudio
speakers and Dolby Pro Logic II
•
50 percent of total sales in the USA
The
new XC90 is intended to strengthen Volvo Cars’ position in a
SUV market that received the first XC90 generation with
standing ovations. Story
Volvo
Car Corporation, Accessories - Wireless hands-free function in
Volvo cars with Bluetooth® and a mobile telephone
• Automatic connection to the car’s
loudspeaker system
• The system recognizes up to four different telephones
• Easy to switch between hands-free and telephone
• Voice dialing promotes traffic safety
It
is now possible to connect a Bluetooth-capable mobile
telephone to a Volvo car’s audio and loud-speaker system –
totally wirelessly. With the help of the new accessory Volvo
Hands-free with Bluetooth®, a mobile telephone becomes an
integrated hands-free system with voice dialing.
Volvo
Hands-free with Bluetooth® can be fitted in most late-model
Volvo cars. The system consists of an electronic control
module, a module with function buttons, a dedicated microphone
located near the rear-view mirror, and the necessary wiring. The
mobile telephone used must be Bluetooth-capable. Once a paired
link has been set up with the car’s Bluetooth module,
the telephone is recognized and connected automatically when
the owner enters the car. Story
Volvo
Models Best in Interior Air Quality According to New Study
An independent survey carried out by the Ecology Center in
Detroit shows that the interiors of Volvo’s cars emit lower
levels of toxic substances than other car makes.
The Ecology Center recently
presented a study (Toxic at Any Speed: Chemicals in Cars &
the Need for Safe Alternatives) of the toxic chemicals used in
building car interiors. Flame retardant PBDE and phthalates,
whose main use is as a softener in plastics, were included in
the study. These chemical substances can migrate from plastics
and textiles, particularly at high temperatures. The car’s
occupants may thus be exposed to these substances, for
instance through the respiratory system. Certain types of
phthalates and flame retardants can for instance promote
genetic mutations and can subject car occupants to health
hazards. The survey reveals that the concentrations of PBDE in
dust and on the windscreen are up to five times higher than in
the homes of most people, and since many people today spend a
lot of time in their cars, car interiors thus have a
significant effect on human health. For
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Volvo
iPod Adapter - Volvo opens up to iPod users
Now it
will be possible for iPod users to plug their entire music
archive into their Volvo’s audio system. Together with
supplier PhatNoise Inc and Apple, Volvo Cars has developed an
adapter kit for installation in the Volvo S80 from model year
1999 on and in the S60, V70 and XC70 from model year 2001.
iPod is the world's number one digital music
player and allows music lovers to carry their entire music
collection with them on the go.
Now with the Volvo iPod Adapter, they can play their music in
their Volvo.
Volvo
Seats Get Top Scores in 2006 Thatcham Whiplash Tests
Once again, Volvo has
achieved top scores in the latest, 2006 model year new car
whiplash ratings by the UK's Motor Insurance Repair Research
Centre in Thatcham¹ which conducted the tests on behalf of
the International Insurance Whiplash Prevention Group (IIWPG).
In
fact, Volvo was one of only two manufacturers to achieve top
'Good' scores for every model tested² thanks to its
supportive seats which have a fixed head restraint position to
ensure they are always in the correct position to offer the
best support, and the Volvo Whiplash Protection System (WHIPS)
that moves the entire backrest to absorb the impact during a
rear-end collision to help reduce the forces on the neck.
Story
Volvo
XC90 recommended by American Consumer Guide 2006
Volvo
XC90 has named Recommended in the Premium Midsize SUV category
by the American Consumer Guide 2006.
The
yearly consumer guide announces cars and trucks which
represent the best overall values in 16 model categories. The
2006 list has 45 vehicles ranked as Best Buys and the same
amount of vehicles as Recommended.
"We drive these vehicles as their owners would, on
highway trips, in stop-and-go city driving, for weekend
shopping," says Consumer Guide® Automotive Publisher
Frank Peiler.
"That helps us arrive at real world conclusions about
them. We also take into account such factors as reliability
records, fuel economy, and resale value before we announce a
Best Buy or Recommended award." Respected for its
experience and objectivity, Consumer Guide® Automotives staff
test drives more than 200 new vehicles annually. It divides
the automotive market into 16 classes based on vehicle type,
size, and price. The segments cover the hundreds of cars, SUVs, minivans, and pickup trucks on sale in the U.S.
From these, Consumer Guide® Automotive has selected 45 models
as 2006 Best Buys--the publication's highest accolade. A Best
Buy represents the finest balance of attributes within its
class.
The Volvo XC90 was
recommended by the Consumer Guide2006.
The all new Volvo C70 – both convertible and coupe!
It’s ready to take its place in the sun – the all new
Volvo C70. Which also doubles as a coupe! Thanks to a
unique three-piece retractable hardtop, customers of the
second-generation Volvo C70 can enjoy life without
compromise – whether the top is up or down.
“We’ve succeeded in creating an attractive convertible
which, at the mere touch of a button, converts into an equally
elegant coupe.
The customer gets two cars in one. Both with space for four
adults,” says Volvo Cars President and CEO Hans-Olov
Olsson.
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Volvo XC90 V8 – power and pleasure also in extreme winter
conditions
The new V8 model reinforces the
Volvo XC90’s position as one of the
most successful SUV models in the premium segment – and
the new XC90 V8 is comfortable in all driving conditions, no
matter if we are talking about hot deserts or the extreme
winter above the Polar Circle.
The entirely new power train combines power and pleasure
with a stable and predictable behavior also in the toughest
conditions
Volvo cars aims for environmental leadership in the premium
segment
Environmental care has top priority
• Volvo aims to be one of the environmental leaders in the
premium segment
• Innovative technology makes Volvo cars Clean Inside and Out
Environmental leadership means setting
priorities. Volvo has a tradition of environmental care, of
providing environmental alternatives today and of dedication
to future commitments. This holistic approach gives Volvo
Cars an excellent position in the quest for
environmental leadership in the future.
Volvo V50 Awarded Prestigious Golden Steering-Wheel Trophy
The Volvo V50 has been awarded the “Goldenes Lenkrad” (Golden
Steering-wheel), a trophy instituted by the German paper
“Bild am Sonntag”. This is the second time a Volvo has been
awarded the prestigious award
“This is a great honor and most rewarding for us”, said a
proud Hans-Olov Olsson, President and CEO of Volvo Car
Corporation at the prize giving ceremony in Berlin.
Volvo seat is benchmark for Whiplash Protection
All Volvo's car models tested by the International Insurance
Whiplash Prevention Group (IIWPG) were found in the best
class. Volvo Car Corporation was the only manufacturer to
have their entire range achieves the best class rating.
"We are very pleased that the Volvo cars have performed in
line with our expectations", says Ingrid Skogsmo, Safety
Director at Volvo Car Corporation." Tests only show a sliver
of what happens in real life. However, this is one of
several results that confirm Volvo has the right approach to
help reduce neck injuries in rear impacts."
All new Volvo S40 sees stars as it aces NHTSA side impact
crash test; Sales up over 29 Percent month-to-date
The crunch of steel and shattering glass can be one of the
most horrific memories of an automobile accident. Unless, of
course, the accident isn't really an accident; but instead a
highly structured test being conducted by the National
Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). That was
exactly the case recently when NHTSA completed its side
impact protection test of the all-new Volvo S40 sport sedan.
The results: 5 stars for the driver; 5 stars for the
passenger. The highest rating the U.S. Government
organization grants to passenger vehicles.
New Volvo S40 Earned Top Results in 4 Crash-Tests
The all-new Volvo
S40 combines everything today's car buyer is looking for:
Not only exceptional value, vibrant design, style and
exhilarating driving characteristics, but also class-leading
safety.
Volvo Cars 'Best Manufacturer'
in New British Insurance Car Security Awards
Volvo Cars - "Best Manufacturer"
Volvo C70: 2nd in 'Convertible/Roadster' class
All-new Volvo S40 and V50, plus S40/V40 Classic: 2nd in
"Family car" class
Long Anticipated – Now Available: Jaguar /Land Rover
Military Sales Program
Overseas service life offers
experiences and benefits that most people back home can’t
even imagine, such as the Jaguar/ Land Rover Military Sales
program. It is a professional organization with
international networks and local outlets in Germany,
Iceland, Spain and UK.
All Jaguar/Land Rover
Military Sales dealerships are close-by US-Military bases in
the respective countries
Volvo US Military Sales offers convenience delivery
If a US Military customer buys a Volvo at an authorized
Volvo US Military agent close-by his base abroad, he can
chose between four delivery options:
1. Factory delivery in Sweden free of charge.
2. Direct shipment to an US Volvo dealer at
customer’s choice free of charge.
3. Delivery to the Volvo Military agent close-by
the base abroad, including 3 years Volvo Home Shipment to an
US Volvo dealer at customer’s choice.
4. Delivery to more than 50 official overseas
delivery centers.
The offer is valid when buying a Volvo from an authorized
Volvo US Military agent abroad.