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Volvo (April 2007, Week Vol. 0)

Volvo stays true to its soul: Safety
Apr-30-2007

"But it's hard to even say who's a leader anymore (because) there's so much competition."

Volvo has long been known for building safe cars, but as competitors add more safety features - and brag about them - it's becoming difficult for the Swedish automaker to stand out.

Hempstead East
Apr-29-2007

Reports from county or village police, April 1-7. Baldwin A 2006 Volvo was stolen between April 3 and 6 from Merrick Road.

Hempstead East
Apr-30-2007

Reports from county or village police, April 1-7. A 2006 Volvo was stolen between April 3 and 6 from Merrick Road.

First Your First, Now Give Me Your Worst Car Ever
Apr-26-2007

Posted Today 07:13 AM by Matt Stone Filed under: Editorial , Maximum Strength Car Talk , Volvo , Sedans Thanks to all of you who sent in your 'My First Car' bits.

Public record
Apr-16-2007

A 1996 Volvo operated by Stephen Stein of Abbottstown struck a parking meter. 6:04 p.m. A theft of gasoline was reported at a convenience store in the 1100 block of Carlisle Street.

Sweden & Australia. Volvo Penta establishes, new company, Volvo Penta Oceania
Apr-10-2007
With the aim of strengthening its presence in Australia and the entire Oceania region, Volvo Penta is now restructuring its service and dealer organization. Last year, Volvo Penta acquired the assets of Eastern Engine, which since the 1980s was ...
2008 Volvo S40 (T5, 2.4i, D5)
Apr-10-2007
Volvo today unveiled the 2008 Volvo S40 sedan, which features a revised interior and exterior, as well as a number of performance enhancements and high-tech features.
Sweden & USA. Volvo Penta becomes a Tennessee pollution prevention partner
Apr-10-2007
The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation recognizes Volvo Penta for achieving Partner Level status in the Tennessee Pollution Prevention Partnership (TP3) environmental leadership program. “This is a wonderful achievement for both Volvo Penta and its employees,” said Lori ...
Volvo to drop all "R" models
Apr-09-2007
Volvo will stop selling R-badged performance cars after the last 2007 models are sold, the company has stated. "There was a lot of passion from our owners," executive vice president of sales Doug Speck told Automotive News. "But the investment to make for that side of business, for the return we get, just wasn't good [...]
2008 Volvo V50 (T5, 2.4i, D5)
Apr-10-2007
Volvo today revealed a revised version of its V50 wagon for the 2008 model year. Changes include a revised interior and exterior, as well as a number of performance improvements and some high-tech features.
Volvo increases capacity at French cab plant
Apr-11-2007
Sweden's Volvo will invest SEK530 million ($76.3 million) in its subsidiary Renault Trucks cab plant in France to increase manufacturing and painting capacity.
SWEDEN: Volvo expanding Renault truck plant
Apr-10-2007
Bus and truck maker Volvo was reported to have said on Tuesday it would invest SKR530m ($US76.3m) in a French plant of subsidiary Renault Trucks to increase assembly and painting capacity.
GERMANY/SWEDEN: BMW updates an icon, Volvo a best-seller
Apr-10-2007
BMW has announced details of the new BMW M3 Coup?? while Volvo has announced an update for its top-selling S40 sedan/V50 wagon range.
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Apr-10-2007
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Volvo ???????? ?????? S40 ? V50
Apr-10-2007
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Canada. Volvo Youth Sailing ISAF World Championship 2007 entry deadline Sunday
Apr-11-2007
The registration deadline for the 2007 Volvo Youth Sailing ISAF World Championship passes this Sunday 15 April. The 37th ISAF Youth Worlds will be sailed out of Portsmouth Olympic Harbour in Kingston, Ontario, Canada from 12-21 July. As ISAF’s ...
2008 Volvo S40 and V50
Apr-09-2007
Volvo's two best-selling models in 2006, the S40 saloon and V50 Sportswagon, have been given a redesign, inside and out, for 2008
Ali claims share of clubhouse lead in China Open
Apr-12-2007
ENGLAND'S Yasin Ali claimed a share of the clubhouse lead despite a poor finish to his opening round of the Volvo China Open in Shanghai.
"Grown Up" 2008 Volvo S40 and V50 Make Worldwide Debut
Apr-10-2007

The 2008 has an -style egg-crate grille as part of a new look designed to appeal to customers in a slightly younger demographic.

Volvo Wants a Piece of Your Right Brain
Apr-04-2007

"It could take Volvo another 10 years to get where it wants to be."

Think volvo, and you think safety. It's a rock-solid association most advertisers would love to have, but Volvo thinks it's time to move on.

2007 Volvo S80
Apr-07-2007
CNET Reviews -With unique electronic accident-avoidance equipment in the 2007 Volvo S80, the Swedish car maker maintains its focus on safety. Ford's stewardship of the ...

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Editors' rating: 7.9 Very good
Apr-07-2007
CNET Reviews -With unique electronic accident-avoidance equipment in the 2007 Volvo S80, the Swedish car maker maintains its focus on safety. Ford's stewardship of the ...

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CHP boosts enforcement on Highway 12 after latest deaths
Apr-02-2007

"I have yet to see a patrol car on this road."

The Volvo pulled onto Highway 12 without stopping and without its headlights on.