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NewsVolvo Polestar: More Power, Less Cylinders
Volvo is currently hard at work modernizing its fleet of vehicles; the swedish automaker recently launched the XC90 SUV, while the upcoming S90 sedan and V90 wagon are set to be launched soon. Drivetrains are also all-new: nowadays, all new Volvos will come with a 2.0-litre engine tuneable for different …
NewsVolvo wants electric vehicle charging standardized
Volvo wants to see charging infrastructure for electric vehicles standardized around the world—and it wants the system it supports to be the choice. With plans to offer plug-in hybrid versions of every new model it introduces, Volvo has decided to "throw its weight" behind the Combined Charging System (CCS), a …
NewsVolvo launching line of Polestar Performance parts
Volvo's acquisition of Polestar Performance is starting to bear fruit, with the automaker announcing a new line of performance parts available through dealers. The line includes suspension, intake and exhaust, and interior and exterior detailing parts, and is available on the V40, S60, V60 and XC60 "to begin with." From …
NewsVolvo unveils V90 wagon ahead of Geneva auto show debut
Volvo's top-of-mark 90 Series continues to grow, with the Swedish automaker unveiling the all-new V90 wagon ahead of its Geneva debut. The automaker says the handsome V90 is "a clear step forward in terms of aesthetics, materials and finish" in the premium wagon segment, with an upscale look that is …
NewsThe Volvo V90 Leaks On The Internet
Nothing is sacred on the Internet; while Volvo wanted to officially unveil the V90 wagon on February 18th, an insider published the above shots ahead of the manufacturer. Decidedly less boxy looking than the Volvo wagons of yore, the V90 is reminiscent of the beautiful Estate Concept. The front end …
News2016 World Car Of The Year Finalists Announced
Every year, the World Car of the Year Awards program recognizes the best new vehicles on the planet automakers have to offer. A panel composed of 73 automotive journalists from around the world – two from Canada, including yours truly – submitted their votes electronically last week. The finalists in …
NewsBuick wins EyesOn Design award for Avista Concept
Buick for the second consecutive year has been presented with the EyesOn Design Award for design excellence on a concept vehicle, this time for its work on the Avista Concept. The award, one of eight presented each year at the Detroit auto show, comes a year after Buick was bestowed …
Technology/Autonomous VehiclesWardsAuto Announce 10 Best Engines Of 2016
Each year, WardsAuto compiles its list of 10 significant engines; the 2016 selection has just been unveiled. To be part of the candidates, there were a few criteria: the engine had to be new or significantly improved for 2016 OR have received a nomination from WardsAuto last year. The vehicle …
NewsVolvo shows off new S90 ahead of Detroit auto show debut
Volvo is looking to punch its "entry ticket to the premium sedan club" with an all-new S90 that is "clearly intent on shaking up the premium sedan segment." Set to make its global debut at the Detroit auto show in January, the S90 borrows many of its design cues from …
News2017 Volvo S90 Sedan Unveiled On The Web
It will make its first public appearance at the upcoming Detroit Auto Show in January, but Volvo couldn’t wait to show off their new S90 luxury sedan and released all the details this week. It draws many styling cues with the 2016 Volvo XC90 utility vehicle as well as the …
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