Volvo Adds Fuel-Efficient DRIVe Variants to S60 and V60 Range

Volvo is expanding its S60 and V60 lineup in Europe with the introduction of more fuel efficient DRIVe variants. Both versions use the upgraded 1.6-liter diesel engine that complies with the Euro 5 standard and is mated to a six-speed manual gearbox. The S60 and V60 DRIVe models also benefit from the use of a start/stop system, with the end result being low fuel consumption and reduced emissions.

Volvo Adds Fuel-Efficient DRIVe Variants to S60 and V60 Range

Volvo is expanding its S60 and V60 lineup in Europe with the introduction of more fuel efficient DRIVe variants. Both versions use the upgraded 1.6-liter diesel engine that complies with the Euro 5 standard and is mated to a six-speed manual gearbox. The S60 and V60 DRIVe models also benefit from the use of a start/stop system, with the end result being low fuel consumption and reduced emissions.

Volvo Releases Photos and New Details on V60 Plug-in Diesel-Electric Hybrid

Last month, we told you about Volvo's plans to reveal an almost production-ready diesel-electric hybrid version of the V60 at the Geneva Salon in March. Today, the Swedish automaker released a full set of photos and additional information on its Plug-in Hybrid, which will be launched in the market in 2012. Pegged as the world's first diesel plug-in hybrid, the eco-friendly V60 is the result of

Volvo Releases Photos and New Details on V60 Plug-in Diesel-Electric Hybrid

Last month, we told you about Volvo's plans to reveal an almost production-ready diesel-electric hybrid version of the V60 at the Geneva Salon in March. Today, the Swedish automaker released a full set of photos and additional information on its Plug-in Hybrid, which will be launched in the market in 2012. Pegged as the world's first diesel plug-in hybrid, the eco-friendly V60 is the result of

Volvo S60 Concept Car 2009

Volvo has unveiled the Volvo S60 Concept Car that was premiered at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in January. Powered by a four-cylinder 1.6-litre petrol engine that features GTDi (Gasoline Turbocharged Direct Injection) technology, Volvo S60 Concept may develops 180 hp and emits 119 g/km of CO2, with a fuel economy of 5.0 l/100 km.Volvo S60 Concept which will hit the

2012 Volvo V60 Plug-in Hybrid More Photos and Details?Video?

Volvo has released more details for the V60 Plug-in Hybrid, which will debut at the Geneva Motor Show.Volvo's safety tests take place in several different stages: at component level, for whole systems and the complete car is safety-tested virtually in the computer, and physically in Volvo Cars' technically advanced crash-test centre. 2012 Volvo V60 Plug-in Hybrid powered by five-cylinder 2.4-

Spaced out Moonraker Volvo Rally Art Car

From the deranged minds that brought you the Tank Volvo and Helicopter, we have a space shuttle theme.Not sure what the background to the idea from these particular overachievers is, maybe Moonraker, but they decided to do a space shuttle theme, with a trailer tent (its like a tent, but on a trailer) with a world on it.Obviously, making a space shuttle out of a Volvo just doesn't work (you

Volvo's 2011 S60 Slips into its Racing Uniform

.fullpost { display: inline; } If you're searching for a...really naughty version of the 2011 Volvo S60, then look no further than to this race-spec model that's being readied for track by K-PAX Racing to defend the team's 2010 World Challenge GT Manufacturers′ and Drivers′ champion titles. The K-PAX team is preparing two all-wheel drive S60s, which will make their debut at Miller

Black-Plate Bargain: 1960 Volvo 544

This 1960 Volvo 544 has a very straight body and a B20 engine that was rebuilt 2000 miles ago according to the seller. It was apparently a daily driver for some time and then recently stored. The two-tone interior looks excellent and the car seems like a great driver for the money. Find it here on Swede Speed in Encinitas, California for only $3900. The seller does mention some rust below

Volvo S60 Track Event in Los Angeles Saturday and Sunday

The new S60 is a pivotal model for Volvo, as a competitive entrant into the segment. With impressive sales of its crossover counterpart the XC60, the new sedan looks to be a big seller for the brand. As such, Volvo is in a midst of launching a big campaign for the car, dubbed the “Naughtiest Volvo Ever.” Just based on its appearance, we already know the S60 isn’t your usual Volvo –

Volvo's 2011 S60 Slips into its Racing Uniform

If you're searching for a...really naughty version of the 2011 Volvo S60, then look no further than to this race-spec model that's being readied for track by K-PAX Racing to defend the team's 2010 World Challenge GT Manufacturers′ and Drivers′ champion titles. The K-PAX team is preparing two all-wheel drive S60s, which will make their debut at Miller Motorsports Park in Tooele, Utah, in late

New Volvo S60 Track Event in Los Angeles

The new S60 is a pivotal model for Volvo, as a competitive entrant into the segment. With impressive sales of its crossover counterpart the XC60, the new sedan looks to be a big seller for the brand. As such, Volvo is in a midst of launching a big campaign for the car, dubbed the “Naughtiest Volvo Ever.” Just based on its appearance, we already know the S60 isn’t your usual Volvo –

Volvo Art Car Splattered to Perfection

Volvo Art Car Splattered to Perfection. I don't know maybe they missed a spot:)

K-PAX Racing unveils Volvo S60 Race Car

Motorward K-PAX Racing released the first image of their new Volvo race car for the 2011 World Challenge GT based on the S60 model. With the series set to get underway at St. Petersburg, Fla., in late March, the new cars won�t debut until April at Miller Motorsports Park in Tooele, Utah. Until then we�ll have to settle with a teaser of the 2011 S60 model.The Volvo S60 that K-PAX will be competing

Volvo V60 Plug-in Hybrid Sale on 2012

Volvo V60 Plug-in HybridThe car that will launch a production-ready car with CO2 below 50 g / km. While the fuel consumption of 52.6 km / liter. V60 plug-in hybrid can travel a distance of up to 50 km only by using electric power.To move the two front wheels, Volvo Cars buried D5 engine, 5-cylinder, 2400 cc, turbodiesel, with 6-speed automatic transmission. Power and torque are released 215 hp

Volvo V60 Plug-in Hybrid Sale on 2012

Volvo V60 Plug-in HybridThe car that will launch a production-ready car with CO2 below 50 g / km. While the fuel consumption of 52.6 km / liter. V60 plug-in hybrid can travel a distance of up to 50 km only by using electric power.To move the two front wheels, Volvo Cars buried D5 engine, 5-cylinder, 2400 cc, turbodiesel, with 6-speed automatic transmission. Power and torque are released 215 hp

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C-3PO's Car found Parked in LA called Dub Robot

C-3PO's Dub Robot art car was seen parked in Santa Monika some weeks ago, photographed by Ellen Bloom on her LA beat. Mystery solved, C-3PO drives an old golden Volvo.Photos by Ellen Bloom

Volvo Tank and Helicopter Banger Rally Art Car

End2End is a Land's End to John O'Groats banger rally in the UK. The event is based around camping rather than hotels, although we don't mind teams doing guest houses if camping is too rough.However, we do encourage caravans on this event. Its a Banger Rally meets Carry On Camping.With that said, Team Atlantic Booze Cruisers took up the challenge of making a caravan theme for their art car and

Video: Blindfolded Race Car Driver Laps NZ Track in Volvo S60

There’s a lot of craziness out there – stunts, race drivers and the like. In fact some would even say racing a car around a track is crazy (obviously we wouldn’t be counted as one of that bunch). But try racing around a race track blindfolded. Uh yeah, that is what we could categorize as insane. But that is exactly what Jonny Reid, a 27-year old driver, did