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Volvo (January 2007, Week Vol. 0)

Next Volvo flagship a crossover?
Jan-31-2007
Volvo's S80 sedan may not always be the Swedish automaker's flagship offering. But don't expect a larger sedan to be slotted above it. Instead, Volvo executives say a wagon or crossover will likely sit atop its model range. The comments — made by Volvo product planner Lex Kerssemakers in the latest issue of Britain's Autocar — [...]
The Volvo C30: Volvos Coupe Posted By : Glady Reign
Jan-28-2007
Volvo has been known for producing boxy muscular cars which was designed to increase the safety of the cars occupants in cases of collisions. But the recent unveiling of the Volvo C30 shows that the company is going in another direction since this is their first mass produced compact vehicle.
Volvo C30 hatchback to be a diesel hybrid
Jan-31-2007
Well, it seems that Volvo is throwing their name into the hybrid hat, as the Swedish carmaker is planning a hybrid version of their C30 entry-level hatchback.
SWEDEN: Volvo AB invests in synthesis gas technology firm
Jan-30-2007
Volvo Technology Transfer AB is investing in Chemrec AB, a company that has developed a technology for the production of synthesis gases, an important component in the production of alternative fuels of various types.
The 2007 Volvo S40: A Compact Upscale Sedan Posted By : Glady Reign
Jan-29-2007
The Volvo S40 is the companys entry to the compact sedan market. The car is a combination of quality design, improved performance, and safety.
Increased Fuel Efficiency for Volvo Trucks Posted By : Glady Reign
Jan-28-2007
The Volvo Group is not only focusing on their car segment but also on their manufacture of trucks. Their latest development in the field is the hybrid-powered truck.
Volvo plans hybrid C30
Jan-30-2007
Swedish automaker Volvo is developing a hybrid drive system for its all-new C30 hatchback. The system is a series hybrid, meaning the combustion engine never powers the wheels directly, but instead turns a generator to power an electric motor. Rather than a gasoline engine, the car will use a diesel powerplant, according to Germany's Autobild. The [...]
Cleaner Cars from Volvo Posted By : Glady Reign
Jan-29-2007
In response to the growing environmental awareness in the public and the fast depletion of fossil fuel reserve, car manufactures are looking for ways to shift to alternative fuels. Volvo is one of the companies dedicated to this effort by developing and employing their FlexiFuel technology in their mass produced cars.
GERMANY: Rumours of Volvo bid for MAN
Jan-30-2007
In a further twist in the saga of consolidation of the world???s truckmakers, there has been speculation that Volvo AB may be preparing to make a bid for MAN.
Arnold finalist for $150M Volvo ad account
Jan-31-2007
Arnold Worldwide Partners is one of four finalists for Ford Motor Co.'s $150 million Volvo global advertising contract, according to an online trade report.
Another Award for Volvo Posted By : Glady Reign
Jan-26-2007
Volvo Bus Corporation is a member of the Volvo group and is the second largest bus and coach manufacturer in the world. The companys bus is being employed in the cities of India where they are making a perceptible change which they have been recently acknowledged for.
CHINA: Volvo seeks investment in Dongfeng/Nissan JV
Jan-26-2007
Dongfeng Motor Group (DFG), Nissan Motor and AB Volvo are deepening discussions on a possible Volvo investment in the heavy and medium-duty commercial vehicle business currently included in the Chinese joint venture between DFG and Nissan Motor ??? Dongfeng Motor (DFL).
Volvo may invest in Dongfeng, Nissan JV
Jan-23-2007
Dongfeng Motor Group Company, one of China's largest auto makers, and Nissan Motor Company, are considering allowing Volvo to invest in the companies' joint venture, Dongfeng Motor Company.
Australia. ABN AMRO Volvo Ocean helmsman Rob Greenhalgh to compete at Seawind F18 Worlds
Jan-23-2007
? ABN AMRO Volvo Ocean race helmsman Rob and his brother Peter Greenhalgh are new to the F18 class, but they are campaigning the Extreme 40's as Team Basilica, so they know how to sail fast. The British pair ...
Victims in fatal crash identified
Jan-22-2007
The Volvo driver, 18-year-old Michael A. Davis, was listed in serious condition at the Maryland Shock Trauma Center in Baltimore this morning.
Teen fare on the air
Jan-26-2007
Sunday We Survive's WOW Girlz Live Radio Talk Show On: WAVG When: 5 to 6 p.m. Topic: Volvo for Life Awards semifinalist Kristal DeRuise of Nevada.
Literacy program for parents lifts them, then their children
Jan-21-2007
In 1995, Wendy Castilla found herself abandoned in the United States with a 6-month-old baby, a 1965 Volvo and $20 that she took from her husband's wallet before he deserted her.
China Dongfeng Motor in talks with Volvo to manufacture trucks
Jan-22-2007
Chinese automaker Dongfeng Motor Group Co. said Monday it is considering selling a stake in a commercial vehicle unit to Swedish truck maker AB Volvo.
Volvo Group presents hybrid technology in the U.S.
Jan-17-2007
The Volvo Group today rolled out its internally-developed hybrid technology for heavy vehicles called I-SAM. The roll out came at the Swedish Embassy here. Volvo Group headquarters are located in Sweden. The event is part of the Volvo Group???s broad-based investment in commercially viable hybrid technology for heavy vehicles, the company said in a news release. Among other items, the Volvo Group demonstrated a construction truck with hybrid drive ordered by the U.S. Air Force.
Volvo unveils heavy-duty diesel-electric hybrid
Jan-17-2007
Volvo unveiled its diesel-electric hybrid technology for heavy-duty applications -- from stop-and-go refuse collecting to regional tractor-trailer hauling ???- Jan. 11 at the Swedish Embassy in Washington, D.C. Volvo plans the first serial rollout of its kind among manufacturers of Class 8 trucks in 2009, said Sten-Ake Aronsson, senior vice president of Volvo Powertrain. On a $6 million contract with the U.S. Air Force, Volvo???s Mack division is in the process of developing and building six test vehicles for use in dump and refueling applications.
Big Rig Vision: Volvo Beevan a glimpse at future semis
Jan-20-2007
Big Rig Vision: Volvo Beevan a glimpse at future semis Posted 1/20/2007 6:00:00 AM by motortrend_online Filed under: Car News , Volvo Volvo Trucks is attempting to redefine safety, comfort, and efficiency in ...
Volvo model expansion will focus on wagons, crossovers
Jan-17-2007
When the XC60 crossover goes on sale in early 2009, Volvo will have five wagons and crossovers. Such vehicles accounted for nearly half of the automaker's sales in 2006. With that in mind, Volvo is said to be considering expanding its utility vehicle range both upscale and downmarket, according to Automotive News. "If we were to [...]
Hotlines: 7 Semifinalists Line Up For Visits From Volvo (AdWeek.com)
Jan-18-2007
AdWeek.com - NEW YORK Volvo executives are set to begin chemistry checks this week with the seven semi-finalists pursuing its estimated $150 global account, sources said.
Sweden. Ericsson Racing Team to build Volvo Ocean round the world racer in Kista
Jan-19-2007
The new Ericsson yacht that will compete in the 2008-09 Volvo Ocean Race will be built next to the company's offices in Kista, 10 kilometers north of Stockholm. The construction site will welcome Ericsson customers and employees, allowing perfect ...
UK. Volvo Ocean Race CEO Glenn Bourke goes on the record
Jan-18-2007
? Glenn Bourke, CEO of the Volvo Ocean Race, explains some of the key elements of the 2008-09 Notice of Race. The next edition of the world’s most demanding offshore adventure features 11 ocean legs, eight inshore races and ...
Slap of luxury
Jan-19-2007
Volvo must have uncovered a cupboard-full of spare parts during its new year clean-out - and they're being put to good use.
2007 Cadillac Escalade Review
Jan-18-2007
SEE ALSO: Compare Models in the Cadillac Buyers Guide The lady in the grey Volvo station wagon didn't quite know what was happening.
Chesapeake yields to pedestrians
Jan-17-2007
Paul Smith says the pedestrian crossing lights at the Kempsville Road/Volvo Parkway intersection, above, are confusing.
5 Miss. 'heroes' semifinalists in national contest
Jan-16-2007
Five Mississippi "heroes" have been named semifinalists in the fifth annual Volvo For Life Awards - the company's search for hometown heroes across America.
New Volvo C30 - new design?
Jan-17-2007

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Volvo 780 Bertone
Jan-07-2007
: Volvo 780 Bertone. Volvo-780 By Darrell Interested in buying a 780 volvo, Please call Darrell 215 ...
1990 volvo 740 gl station wagon tail light wiring diagram
Jan-07-2007
: 1990 volvo 740 gl station wagon tail light wiring diagram. Volvo-740 By bobby sutton i need a complete diagram of the tail lights on a 1990 volvo 740 gl station ...
Volvo Names Children's Health Advocate Hero
Jan-07-2007
Robina Suwol , Executive Director of California Safe Schools (CSS)selected by Volvo as one of 250 semi-finalists for the fifth anniversary Volvo For Life Awards
volvo 740 1990 relay for overdrive
Jan-07-2007
: volvo 740 1990 relay for overdrive. Volvo-740 By Bonnie My overdrive goes on off at will...its own will, NOT mine My mechanic needs to know which relay controls the overfdrive off Is there a component locater manual Wiring diagram Anybody know Thanks ...
purchase of 940 Volvo
Jan-07-2007
: purchase of 940 Volvo. Volvo-940 By glen shiflett I would like to know if this car is still available If so, I would be very interested in purchasing it.[1] Sen email to ...
brake lights on 92 Volvo 240 wagon
Jan-07-2007
: brake lights on '92 Volvo 240 wagon. Volvo-240 By Ray HIcks No brake lights------fuse and bulbs are good----no power running to switch-----need help on where the problem might ...
Residents nominated for Volvo awards
Jan-09-2007
Who would you give a Volvo to? Perhaps Melva Ann Clifford, a former Rapid City woman who is teaching her seven children the value of a college education by going to nursing school as a single mother at age 43.
Sweden Seeks Taxes From Ford, Volvo Cars
Jan-10-2007
The Swedish tax authority said Wednesday it has ordered Volvo Cars AB to pay about $37.2 million in back taxes, saying it filed incorrect income statements for 2005 and 2006.
AUTO INDUSTRY REPORT: Regulators eye Volvo SUV
Jan-07-2007
The government has opened an investigation into the 2005 Volvo XC90 SUV after receiving complaints about battery cables.
low beam bulb replacement
Jan-07-2007
: low beam bulb replacement. Volvo-850 By tara Can anyone tell me how to replace the low beam bulb on a 1995 volvo 850 thanks, ...
Meet the experts: Cecilia Ekelin on developing an autonomic automotive architecture
Jan-07-2007
Volvo's Dr. Cecilia Ekelin discusses the DySCAS consortium project and its quest to construct an architecture dedicated to enabling automotive electronics to form autonomous, ad hoc networks.
Arnold is semifinalist for Volvo account
Jan-10-2007
Arnold Wordwide has emerged as one of the semifinalists competing for Volvo's estimated $150 million creative advertising account, according to a published report.
Stamford Volvo Partners With Ask Patty to Market to Women Consumers
Jan-07-2007
Stamford Volvo, of Stamford, Connecticut, partners with Ask Patty to provide a safe and friendly place for women to shop. (PRWeb Jan 4, 2007)