http://www.worldcarfans.com/category/volvo http://www.worldcarfans.com/templates/0/1/images/feedlogo.gif http://www.worldcarfans.com/category/volvo http://www.worldcarfans.com/109111923153/heico-sportiv-tunes-volvo-c30-16d-drive-facelift Heico Sportiv offers owners of the facelift Volvo C30 1.6D DRIVe a new power and exterior kit.]]> Fri, 20 Nov 2009 02:00:00 GMT http://www.worldcarfans.com/109111923153/heico-sportiv-tunes-volvo-c30-16d-drive-facelift http://www.worldcarfans.com/109111022977/2011-volvo-s60-first-photos-revealed Here we have the first official pictures of the all-new 2011 Volvo S60. Said to look and drive like no other Volvo before, the S60 will also be extremely safe.]]> Tue, 10 Nov 2009 15:15:25 GMT http://www.worldcarfans.com/109111022977/2011-volvo-s60-first-photos-revealed http://www.worldcarfans.com/109102822717/ford-confirms-geely-as-its-preferred-bidder-for-volvo-cars Geely International has been announced as the preferred bidder for Volvo Cars. Current owner Ford would relinquish 100% of shares but continue to assist in certain areas.]]> Wed, 28 Oct 2009 15:08:47 GMT http://www.worldcarfans.com/109102822717/ford-confirms-geely-as-its-preferred-bidder-for-volvo-cars http://www.worldcarfans.com/109101922527/minor-updates-for-volvo-xc90-in-2010 While it is hard to be certain, it appears the 2010 XC90 will only be offered in a seven-seat configuration.]]> Mon, 19 Oct 2009 16:45:00 GMT http://www.worldcarfans.com/109101922527/minor-updates-for-volvo-xc90-in-2010 http://www.worldcarfans.com/109101222365/-volvo-releases-first-s60-collision-warning-system-details Official video and details of the Volvo S60 test mule, and the new Collision Warning System, have been sent out by the Swedish automaker. The full story inside.]]> Mon, 12 Oct 2009 18:39:00 GMT http://www.worldcarfans.com/109101222365/-volvo-releases-first-s60-collision-warning-system-details http://www.worldcarfans.com/109100922339/new-volvo-s60-prototype-testing-in-copenhagen-video Video of the Volvo S60 test mule and its advanced braking system has been posted by our colleagues in Sweden. Details inside.]]> Fri, 09 Oct 2009 21:40:00 GMT http://www.worldcarfans.com/109100922339/new-volvo-s60-prototype-testing-in-copenhagen-video http://www.worldcarfans.com/109091721845/volvo-c30-electric-vehicle-project-announced Another major automotive brand will join the electrification drive within the next few years. Volvo is currently testing battery-powered C30 with a mind to put it in full production.]]> Thu, 17 Sep 2009 19:36:00 GMT http://www.worldcarfans.com/109091721845/volvo-c30-electric-vehicle-project-announced http://www.worldcarfans.com/109091721830/2010-volvo-c30-r-design-facelift-live-photos-in-frankfurt The 2010 facelift Volvo C30 R-Design has been debuted at Frankfurt, and we have the live images to show. Touted as somewhat of a driving delight the car also has the looks to match.]]> Thu, 17 Sep 2009 13:06:45 GMT http://www.worldcarfans.com/109091721830/2010-volvo-c30-r-design-facelift-live-photos-in-frankfurt http://www.worldcarfans.com/109091621823/volvo-c70-facelift-drops-top-in-frankfurt The facelift Volvo C70 Coupe Convertible appeared at the Frankfurt Motor Show. Major changes include a new front end as well as LED taillights.]]> Wed, 16 Sep 2009 23:12:00 GMT http://www.worldcarfans.com/109091621823/volvo-c70-facelift-drops-top-in-frankfurt http://www.worldcarfans.com/109091421723/2010-volvo-c30-r-design-facelift-upgraded Debuting alongside the updated C30 and C70 convertible, the R-Design is described as "the nearest thing to a dedicated sports car" that Volvo makes]]> Mon, 14 Sep 2009 15:08:38 GMT http://www.worldcarfans.com/109091421723/2010-volvo-c30-r-design-facelift-upgraded http://www.worldcarfans.com/109090821565/2010-volvo-c30-facelift-revealed--public-debut-in-frankfurt Meet the facelifted 2010 Volvo C30, and read the full details on the car's freshening up inside.]]> Tue, 08 Sep 2009 13:13:11 GMT http://www.worldcarfans.com/109090821565/2010-volvo-c30-facelift-revealed--public-debut-in-frankfurt http://www.worldcarfans.com/109090121431/volvo-c70-facelift-revealed-ahead-of-frankfurt-debut Set to be unveiled at the Frankfurt Motor Show, the facelifted C70 features dynamic styling inspired by the S60 Concept.]]> Tue, 01 Sep 2009 13:51:28 GMT http://www.worldcarfans.com/109090121431/volvo-c70-facelift-revealed-ahead-of-frankfurt-debut http://www.worldcarfans.com/109070720321/volvo-announces-sporty-xc60-r-design Volvo's R-Design package will soon be fitted to the XC60. The package gives the compact Swedish SUV some forcefulness, a sporty interior and a growling exterior. It will be unveiled at Frankfurt in September.]]> Tue, 07 Jul 2009 21:55:12 GMT http://www.worldcarfans.com/109070720321/volvo-announces-sporty-xc60-r-design http://www.worldcarfans.com/109061920018/geely-reach-agreement-to-buy-volvo--report A report from China claims that Ford has sold Volvo Cars to Chinese automaker Geely. It says the agreement includes plans to build a new Volvo model in China. Volvo is denying such reports though.]]> Fri, 19 Jun 2009 16:00:00 GMT http://www.worldcarfans.com/109061920018/geely-reach-agreement-to-buy-volvo--report http://www.worldcarfans.com/109060519773/2011-volvo-c70-facelift-spotted-during-photoshoot Spy shots reveal a whole new face for the C70 as well as changes at the back with new taillights and rear bumper. Face changes include new headlamps, larger grille and more rounded design lines.]]> Fri, 05 Jun 2009 15:32:39 GMT http://www.worldcarfans.com/109060519773/2011-volvo-c70-facelift-spotted-during-photoshoot http://www.worldcarfans.com/109060219676/volvo-unveils-initials-details-for-new-plug-in-hybrid-due-in-2012 Volvo has expanded their partnership with energy utility Vatenfall to create a new plug-in hybrid available by 2012.]]> Tue, 02 Jun 2009 09:19:28 GMT http://www.worldcarfans.com/109060219676/volvo-unveils-initials-details-for-new-plug-in-hybrid-due-in-2012 http://www.worldcarfans.com/109052619588/volvo-launches-free-pc-download-game Video game features six current and classic Volvo models racing on two real-world tracks - including the S60 Concept and the Volvo 850 and 240 Turbo Group A. All models are given their real-life driving characteristics, including engine sound.]]> Tue, 26 May 2009 13:50:37 GMT http://www.worldcarfans.com/109052619588/volvo-launches-free-pc-download-game http://www.worldcarfans.com/109050519154/modern-day-volvo-p1800-rendered-speculated The Volvo P1800 of the 1960s is on a comeback trail after enthusiast Mattias Vöcks unveiled plans to remake the car for the discerning modern buyer.]]> Tue, 05 May 2009 18:46:48 GMT http://www.worldcarfans.com/109050519154/modern-day-volvo-p1800-rendered-speculated http://www.worldcarfans.com/109032618186/heico-xc60-tuning-program-further-details-and-photos-released The Heico Sportiv tuning package for the new Volvo XC60 offers body modifications, a lowered suspension and up to 315PS from the turbocharged I6 engine.]]> Thu, 26 Mar 2009 22:10:00 GMT http://www.worldcarfans.com/109032618186/heico-xc60-tuning-program-further-details-and-photos-released http://www.worldcarfans.com/109032318089/3d-rendered-volvo-v70-pickup-aka-volvomino Vizualtech's Bo Zolland has once again turned his creative magic towards a new Volvo 3D rendering that shows what a possible Holden Ute competitor would look like.]]> Mon, 23 Mar 2009 19:30:57 GMT http://www.worldcarfans.com/109032318089/3d-rendered-volvo-v70-pickup-aka-volvomino http://www.worldcarfans.com/109031317857/volvo-launches-new-s80l-in-china Production has began on the Volvo S80L premium stretch sedan. Only available in China, the car is outfitted with a large amount of luxury and safety items.]]> Fri, 13 Mar 2009 14:19:19 GMT http://www.worldcarfans.com/109031317857/volvo-launches-new-s80l-in-china http://www.worldcarfans.com/109030917725/volvo-launches-ice-white-c70-coupe-convertible-uk Volvo has launched a new model in the C70 Convertible range called the Ice White. The hard-top costs £24,495 OTR and can be ordered immediately in the UK.]]> Mon, 09 Mar 2009 15:00:24 GMT http://www.worldcarfans.com/109030917725/volvo-launches-ice-white-c70-coupe-convertible-uk http://www.worldcarfans.com/109022617400/volvo-s80-facelift-for-2010my Volvo has announced plans to introduce a facelifted version of their S80 sedan at next month's Geneva Motor Show.]]> Thu, 26 Feb 2009 13:25:36 GMT http://www.worldcarfans.com/109022617400/volvo-s80-facelift-for-2010my http://www.worldcarfans.com/109022417325/volvo-extends-drive-range-to-v70-s80-xc60-and-xc70 Volvo proudly continues their fuel efficient range with the introduction of the V70, S80, XC60, and XC70 DRIVe. Believe it or not: better fuel economy, lower emissions, and good power figures for the SUVs.]]> Tue, 24 Feb 2009 12:57:20 GMT http://www.worldcarfans.com/109022417325/volvo-extends-drive-range-to-v70-s80-xc60-and-xc70 http://www.worldcarfans.com/109021717123/volvo-introduce-new-single-turbo-twin-turbo-five-cylinder-diesel-engines New diesel engines offer 175 and and 205 hp respectively. The D4 and D5 are both 2.4 liter, 5 cylinder diesels with 420 Nm of torque. The D4 is a single turbo charged with 175 hp. The D5 is a twin-turbo with 205 hp.]]> Tue, 17 Feb 2009 11:41:25 GMT http://www.worldcarfans.com/109021717123/volvo-introduce-new-single-turbo-twin-turbo-five-cylinder-diesel-engines http://www.worldcarfans.com/109020316713/renault-discuss-purchasing-volvo-with-ford Discussions are on again between Renault and Ford for the sale of Volvo to the French automaker. Last year, talks fell through when the two automakers could not agree on a selling price. Ford has put a 6 billion dollar price tag on the money-losing Volvo.]]> Tue, 03 Feb 2009 16:11:51 GMT http://www.worldcarfans.com/109020316713/renault-discuss-purchasing-volvo-with-ford http://www.worldcarfans.com/109012916630/2010-volvo-xc60-us-pricing-announced Americans with about US$37,000 to spend on a new car, specifically a compact SUV, can now have a look at the new Volvo XC60 T6. It's well-spec'd with a host of standard creature comforts.]]> Fri, 30 Jan 2009 13:04:28 GMT http://www.worldcarfans.com/109012916630/2010-volvo-xc60-us-pricing-announced http://www.worldcarfans.com/109012816587/3d-rendered-volvo-c30-racecar-by-vizualtech Vizualtech, the design firm specialising in 3D renderings, have released these pictures of a radical race-inspired Volvo C30.]]> Wed, 28 Jan 2009 14:33:42 GMT http://www.worldcarfans.com/109012816587/3d-rendered-volvo-c30-racecar-by-vizualtech http://www.worldcarfans.com/109011916359/volvo-skipping-tokyo-motor-show-too Swedish automaker follows parent company Ford and pulls out of the Tokyo motor show. But organizers say the show will go on and the major Japanese automakers, including Mazda which is part owned by Ford, will be participating.]]> Mon, 19 Jan 2009 22:14:12 GMT http://www.worldcarfans.com/109011916359/volvo-skipping-tokyo-motor-show-too http://www.worldcarfans.com/109011616291/design-study-volvo-sc90-concept New Volvo SC90 Concept is imagined as a four-door luxury coupe meant to be the automaker's flagship model. The SC90 adds more "emotion" to Volvo design, intended to keep the automaker competitive with the European premium brands.]]> Fri, 16 Jan 2009 12:23:30 GMT http://www.worldcarfans.com/109011616291/design-study-volvo-sc90-concept