Volvo resource center, Volvo news, images, wallpapers, screensaver and many more info about your Volvo supercar http://www.supercarnews.net/volvo en-us Blog Volvo's new crossover vehicle boasts an exciting mix of two car styles and steps boldly into what is the motoring world's toughest and fastest-growing segment. Sporting capable XC muscles, it combines a strong athletic body with high ground clearance and large wheels, while the flowing lines create the sporty charisma of a coupe."This car is charged with more emotive form and more energy than ... http://www.supercarnews.net/volvo/2009-volvo-xc60 Hot Rod Jakob is a unique combination of classical car-building craftsmanship allied to modern technology and design. In February 2008 the car will be unveiled at the Volvo Museum in Göteborg before setting off on a tour of the Nordic region and the USA.Hot Rod champion gives the very first Volvo a new lease of life1925-1926: The prototypes of what would eventually become the first Volvo slow ... http://www.supercarnews.net/volvo/2008-volvo-hot-rod-jakob At the annual police conference in Stockholm at the end of September, Volvo Special Vehicles is unveiling the all-new generation of the Volvo V70 in "police uniform" for the Swedish police.The police version is a considerably modified standard car with features such as a reinforced and specially adapted chassis, brakes and wheels, an enhanced electrical system and an ergonomic working en ... http://www.supercarnews.net/volvo/2008-volvo-v70-police-car The Caresto V8 Speedster makes a comeback at the 2007 SEMA Show in Las Vegas - accompanied by its posh cousin, the stunning Volvo C70 Caresto Edition. The Caresto V8 Speedster brings its posh new C70 cousin along to SEMA"The Speedster is a dream car that few people can afford, while the new C70 is the affordable distant relative. Two very different cars, but put them next to each other and yo ... http://www.supercarnews.net/volvo/2008-volvo-c70-caresto-edition When the current generation of the Volvo S40 and V50 were introduced in 2003, Volvo Cars had its sights firmly set on younger buyers with high demands on sportiness and premium feel. The new Volvo S40 and new Volvo V50 are making a joint entry onto the market with considerably refined design. A range of new features further sharpens their competitive edge in the hunt for discerning young car buye ... http://www.supercarnews.net/2008-volvo-s40-t5 The all-new Volvo XC70 has admittedly dressed up for a luxurious night out in town, but its appetite for exciting adventure is as large as ever. "The dark-coloured plastic panels at the bottom are less obvious than on the current model. But as with exclusive outdoor clothing, the protection is placed exactly where it needs to be to withstand the rough stuff," says Volvo Cars Design Dire ... http://www.supercarnews.net/2008-volvo-xc70-32-awd Backed by 54 years of ongoing refinement and improvement, Volvo Cars is still the global leader in the segment for large estate cars. Now the all-new Volvo V70 is making its entry onto the market with an innovative combination of luxury and versatility. "This segment has been our specialty ever since we invented it back in the 1950s. Our competitors can count on us remaining number one in th ... http://www.supercarnews.net/2008-volvo-v70-t6-awd A number of distinctive design cues take the new Volvo S40 a visual step closer to the new S-range look as first shown on the all-new Volvo S80. At the same time, the V50 approaches the new V-range and the all-new V70 without compromising on its original compact and sporty attributes. "When it comes to the exterior, we're aiming for increased differentiation between the two models. The inter ... http://www.supercarnews.net/2008-volvo-v50-t5 Irvine, CA (December 14, 2006) – Volvo Car Corporation today released the first official images of the XC60 Concept that will be unveiled at the upcoming North American International Auto Show. Scheduled to be shown to the world January 7, 2007, the XC60 Concept looks towards Volvo's future on two significant fronts: it offers the world a sneak preview of the next XC model to come from Volv ... http://www.supercarnews.net/2006-volvo-xc60-concept Take the outrageous notion of blending a Formula One car with a hot European street machine and you've got the idea behind the Volvo C30 concept by Evolve Cars Inc. This one-off show car started life as a European spec version of Volvo's youthful new C30 unveiled to rave reviews at the 2006 Paris Motor Show. Letting its imagination run wild, Evolve created an enthusiast's dream machine that draw ... http://www.supercarnews.net/2006-volvo-evolve-c30-concept If the thought of crisp mountain air, fresh powder and breathtaking vistas isn't enough to set your mind racing, the Volvo C30 concept by Heico Sportiv and Burton Snowboards will. Customized, sport tuned and outfitted for active lifestyles, this one-of-a-kind show car embodies the snowboarding spirit of living life to the fullest. This cool ride is aimed at driving enthusiasts who are just as pas ... http://www.supercarnews.net/2006-volvo-heico-sportiv-and-burton-snowboards-c30-concept Las Vegas, Nevada (October 31, 2006) Whether it's shock, awe or envy, the Volvo C30 SC concept by International Product Development (IPD) elicits raw emotion like a Vegas skydiving wedding. In this case it's a marriage of a street-smart Swedish-bred sport compact united with a versatile globally recognized Volvo tuner. The result is a match made in heaven: A head-turning, jaw-dropping, show car ... http://www.supercarnews.net/2006-volvo-ipd-c30-concept Leif Tufvesson is one of Sweden’s most skilled specialist car constructors, with many of his cars having received serious international acclaim. The hottest of them all right now is the new Caresto V8 Speedster, a mid-engined car with an ethanol powered Volvo V8 unit. With the advent of the V8 Speedster, the term Sport Rod has been born. The car will be given its premiere public outing at t ... http://www.supercarnews.net/2006-volvo-caresto-v8-speedster-concept Volvo Car Corporation reveals first production photos of the all-new C30; will be unveiled at the 2006 Paris Motor Show this SeptemberIrvine, CA (July 24, 2006) The first official photos of the exciting new Volvo C30 were released today by Volvo Car Corporation. In preparation for the car's global unveiling this September at the Paris Motor Show, the photos come just seven months after the C30 De ... http://www.supercarnews.net/2007-volvo-c30-t5 In response to customer demand, Volvo Car Corporation is expanding the XC90 range with a new variant - the Volvo XC90 Sport. With a dynamic chassis setting and a unique appearance and specifications, the Volvo XC90 Sport will offer drivers more enjoyable handling and desirability. "We have had numerous requests for a sportier XC90," says Karin Falk, head of Special Vehicles at Volvo Car ... http://www.supercarnews.net/2006-volvo-xc90-sport The Volvo S60 is being further refined, with the sights firmly set on sharpening the sedan model’s already sporty profile. “We’re making the S60 even sportier in every respect,” says Gerry Keaney, Senior Vice President, Marketing, Sales and Customer Service “We’ve both spiced up the design and fine-tuned the chassis to create a car with even greater driving app ... http://www.supercarnews.net/2007-volvo-s60-t5 The new XC90 is intended to strengthen Volvo Cars position in a SUV market that received the first XC90 generation with standing ovations. We have listened keenly to our customers and refined the cars to boost our competitiveness on both sides of the Atlantic. We already have a winning concept, so the aim was fine-tuning rather than making major changes, says Fredrik Arp. More sophisticated line ... http://www.supercarnews.net/2006-volvo-xc90-32-awd-european-version The 2007 Volvo XC90 has been rejuvenated in a number of respects. Enhanced design, a new six-cylinder in-line engine, and new, advanced safety systems contribute to strengthening its position on the SUV market. The same changes have been made in the exclusive Executive model. It has also been given a number of new features of its own that further elevate its level of prestige. The Volvo XC90 Exec ... http://www.supercarnews.net/2006-volvo-xc90-32-awd-executive The all new Volvo S80, which was introduced in late January, will also be launched during the year as a prestigious Executive model. Unique details and a very rich content are indications of the ambition of Volvo Cars to reinforce its position in the prestige segment. post a comment Volvo Volvo S80 Executive Edition The all new Volvo S80 is the most exclusive Volvo sedan model to da ... http://www.supercarnews.net/2007-volvo-s80-executive Complimenting its heralded AWD capabilities the seven-passenger VOR XC90 SE comes to the start line boasting an advanced design transverse mounted V8 engine already lauded by the world�s motoring Washington Auto Show: Unveiled at the Washington Auto Show, the VOR Special Editions came ashore as the grueling Ocean Race itself made landfall in Australia � the event�s third ... http://www.supercarnews.net/2006-volvo-xc90-awd-volvo-ocean-race-edition The Volvo XC90 AWD is available with a turbocharged six-cylinder T6 petrol engine, a five-cylinder 210 PS petrol engine or an advanced D5 turbodiesel offering 185 PS. There are S, SE and Executive trim levels, with prices ranging from £31,635 to £46,220 (on the road). ... http://www.supercarnews.net/2006-volvo-xc90-32-awd In celebration of the 2005-06 Volvo Ocean Race, two exclusive new sports wagon/SUV models debuted at the Washington Auto Show, January 25. Commemorating Volvo’s second sponsorship of sailing’s premier distance event, each Volvo Ocean Race Special Edition offers legendary Volvo safety and style, presented with unique styling cues and an equipment roster to satisfy the most demanding of ... http://www.supercarnews.net/2006-volvo-xc70-awd-volvo-ocean-race-edition Thanks to a unique three-piece retractable hardtop, customers of the second-generation Volvo C70 can enjoy life without compromise – whether the top is up or down. The all new Volvo C70 is unveiled at the Frankfurt Motor Show in mid-September, and sales will get under way in the first half of 2006. The all new Volvo C70 was developed to offer new standards of preventive and protective ... http://www.supercarnews.net/2006-volvo-c70-convertible-t5 EVOLVE XC90 V8 at the 2006 Los Angeles auto show Los Angeles, California (January 4, 2006) – Volvo Cars of North America (VCNA) and aftermarket Volvo specialists, EVOLVE, have teamed up once again to unveil an SUV specifically designed to appeal to the car-crazy Southern California marketplace. The Volvo XC90, owned by film director Brett Ratner, has been significantly redesigned with a num ... http://www.supercarnews.net/2006-volvo-evolve-xc90-v8 The all new Volvo S80 challenges the class leaders with Scandinavian luxury Volvo is now unveiling the first pictures of the all new Volvo S80. The S80 makes its entry onto the market with a dynamic design language, firm focus on high comfort, smooth driving properties and world-class safety. A V8 engine in combination with four-wheel drive and an entirely new in-line six are other ... http://www.supercarnews.net/2006-volvo-s80 180 hp D5 in the Volvo V50 – the choice for connoisseurs in the segment • More powerful diesel range in the Volvo S40 and V50 • Production start in Ghent in early 2006 • Annual target 10,000 cars Volvo Cars' new D5 engine is now finding its way under the bonnet of the Volvo S40 and Volvo V50. With 180 horsepower on tap, the in-house developed five-cylind ... http://www.supercarnews.net/2006-volvo-v50-d5 180 hp D5 in the Volvo S40 – the choice for connoisseurs in the segment • More powerful diesel range in the Volvo S40 and V50 • Production start in Ghent in early 2006 • Annual target 10,000 cars Volvo Cars' new D5 engine is now finding its way under the bonnet of the Volvo S40 and Volvo V50. With 180 horsepower on tap, the in-house developed five-cylinde ... http://www.supercarnews.net/2006-volvo-s40-d5 At the Detroit Motor Show in early January, Volvo Cars opens the door to the future. The Volvo C30 Design Concept provides an indication of what the new Volvo C30 will look like at its unveiling in Paris in September 2006. The Volvo C30 Design Concept is a sporty two-door, four-seater with a glass tailgate. The sleek, modern look is exhibited in a contrasting combination of two colours; Q ... http://www.supercarnews.net/2006-volvo-c30-design-concept Has Volvo gone mad? Perhaps. But that's about the only word to describe the hand-built hotrod based on Volvo components and a twin turbocharged inline 6-cylinder engine from a car manufacturer more widely known for safety and functionality. Built entirely by hand in his garage, with his own tools, painstaking effort went into every part. You won't find a mail-ordered headlight or a grille from ... http://www.supercarnews.net/2005-volvo-t6-roadster-concept The XC70 AT features a 2.5-liter inline 5-cylinder engine that is normally found in the V70 R sport wagon. But where the V70 R makes an impressive 300 horsepower, the XC70 AT, with its Garrett GT2835R turbocharger and ipd/MTE Stage III software upgrade makes 408 horsepower at 6,200 rpm. Keeping the hot-blooded engine cool is an Aquamist in-cylinder intercooling system and an extra large top-mount ... http://www.supercarnews.net/2005-volvo-xc70-at-concept The Volvo V50 SV, making its debut today at the 2004 Specialty Equipment Manufacturers Association (SEMA) tradeshow, is the first-ever high-performance car to emerge from Volvo Cars Special Vehicle department in Gothenburg, Sweden. Based on the production version of the 2005 Volvo V50 T5 AWD activity sportswagon, the V50 SV is designed to appeal to a generation of young enthusiasts that may not h ... http://www.supercarnews.net/2005-volvo-v50-sv