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.
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Hotlines: 7 Semifinalists Line Up For Visits From Volvo
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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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