AnswerRack.com What's Next for the Swedes
- What's Next for the Swedes
 A short history of Swedish automobiles in America.So these two Swedes, Volvo and Saab, walk into a bar. Long story short: Plenty of crazy stuff happens before they depart, worse for wear and unable to walk out under their own steam. But, praise Thor and the other Norse gods, they're still with us now.inline_mediumwraptextright0033947058/features/news/1009_whats_next_for_the_swedesvolvo-S60-front-three-quarters.jpgtrue Photo Gallery: What's next for the Swedes - Automobile Magazine
2011-2012 New Cars: The Ultimate Buyer's Guide, Part 5
- 2011-2012 New Cars: The Ultimate Buyer's Guide, Part 5
 Rolls-Royce to VolvoWhat a difference a year makes. After dark times nearly ground the auto industry to a halt, production lines are back up to speed, sending bright, shiny -- and most importantly -- quality vehicles into showrooms. From electric to electrifying, we break it all down in a concise, model-by-model review that begins on the next page. To make things easier, we've broken it down into five parts separated by automaker:inline_mediumwraptextright0028841897/features/consumer/1009_2011_2012_new_car_buyers_guide_part_52011-2012-new-car-buyers-guide-part-5.jpgtrue Photo Gallery: 2011-2012 New Cars: The Ultimate Buyer's Guide, Part 5 - Motor Trend
40 Years Of Volvo Accident Research - Web Exclusive
- 40 Years Of Volvo Accident Research - Web Exclusive
 The method used today has been refined over the years, but all the information is still obtained from actual road accidents.For 40 years, Volvo Car Corporation's Accident Research Team has studied, documented and analyzed more than 40,000 real traffic accidents involving Volvo cars. The knowledge gained has helped develop many of the innovative safety systems Volvo launched over the years.inline_mediumwraptextright0034167921/news/eurp_1008_volvo_accident_researcheurp_1008_01_o+volvo_accident_research+accident.jpgtrue Photo Gallery: 40 Years Of Volvo Accident Research - Safety Centre - Eurotuner Magazine
August 2010 Baselines - The Story of Volvo Trucks
- August 2010 Baselines - The Story of Volvo Trucks
 Long Before Safety, Seatbelts, And Station Wagons-Volvo Built Its Brand On Commercial TrucksIn 1915, while World War I was raging in Europe, Sweden's AB Svensks Kullagerfabriken (SKF) began an engineering study regarding the feasibility of producing motorcars.inline_mediumwraptextright00Volvo (Volvotrucks.com) is one of the largest producers of heavy trucks in the world. The company is made up of Volvo Trucks, Mack, Renault Trucks, Volvo Buses, Volvo Construction Equipment, Volvo Penta, Volvo Aero, and Volvo Financial Services. Volvo sold its car division to Ford in the '90s-which is now planning to sell it to Geely Automobile of China.33758493/features/trucks/1008dp_august_2010_baselines_volvo_trucks1008dp_02+august_2010_baselines+volvo_commercial_truck.jpgtrue
Top 15 Light-Duty Tow Vehicles - The Lighter Side
- Top 15 Light-Duty Tow Vehicles - The Lighter Side
 15 Light-Duty Tow Vehicles For Weekend AdventuresEditor's Note: Flat-towing capabilities are listed in the spec box of each review. Brett Becker is a contributor to RV and regularly writes about towing at www.onlinetowingguide.com. Photo Gallery: Top 15 Light-Duty Tow Vehicles - The Lighter Side - RV Magazine
1981 Volvo 245 DL - Race Wagon
- 1981 Volvo 245 DL - Race Wagon
 Lock Up Your Labrador, This Volvo 245 Wagon Isn't Your Average Grocery-Getter.There's something über-cool about cars that aren't what they seem. They draw real car guys like moths to a flame. And this '81 Volvo 245 wagon is living proof that we all love something out of the ordinary. While most people would be scratching their heads and asking why you'd do this to a Volvo wagon, car guys nod in approval because it's a Volvo wagon!inline_mediumwraptextright0033570753/featuredvehicles/eurp_1007_1981_volvo_245_dleurp_1007_01_o+1981_volvo_245_dl+owner.jpgtrue Photo Gallery: 1981 Volvo 245 DL - Race Wagon - Eurotuner Magazine
Photo Gallery: 1981 Volvo 245 DL - Race Wagon - Eurotuner Magazine
2011 Volvo V60 Sports Wagon - Web Exclusive
- 2011 Volvo V60 Sports Wagon - Web Exclusive
 The all-new 2011 Volvo V60 sports wagon launches with coupe-like design combined with dynamic driving characteristics which will be available with a variety of diesel and petrol engines spanning an economical 115hp DRIVe version to a high-performance turbocharged T6 model.The all-new Volvo V60 sports wagon launches with coupe-like design combined with dynamic driving characteristics. The award-winning City Safety technology is standard with the new Pedestrian Detection as well as Full Auto Brake available as an option.inline_mediumwraptextright0028377137/news/eurp_1007_2011_volvo_sports_wagoneurp_1007_01_o+2011_volvo_sports_wagon+full_view.jpgtrue Photo Gallery: 2011 Volvo V60 Sports Wagon - New Sports Wagon - Eurotuner Magazine
Second Opinion: 2011 Volvo S60 T6 AWD
- Second Opinion: 2011 Volvo S60 T6 AWD
 Second-gen S60 Delivers Stylish Mix of Performance and LuxuryWhen Volvo's all-new S60 goes on sale this September, the initial offering will be the top-tier $38,550 T6 with all-wheel drive, 300-horse turbocharged I-6, and six-speed automatic. Volvo, evidently, wants to launch its fresh midsizer with a decided bang. And why not? When replacing its top-selling model, Volvo would be wise to put its best (and most potent) foot forward. And, lest we forget, its best-looking foot, too.inline_mediumwraptextright0026820338/roadtests/sedans/1007_2011_volvo_s60_t6_awd_second_opinion2011-volvo-s60-front-three-quarters-static-driver.jpgtrue Photo Gallery: 2011 Volvo S60 T6 AWD Second Opinion - Motor Trend
Photo Gallery: 2011 Volvo S60 T6 AWD Second Opinion - Motor Trend
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