Are you looking for an SUV with a quiet cabin? Or maybe, you would like a fierce amount of power, as well as a sleek and aerodynamic design. Then, behold the 2018 Volvo XC90! Crafted with a standard 250 Horsepower engine for the T5 models, if you want to up the power on your SUV, there is an available 316 Horsepower engine that you can get with T6 models as well.
It is impossible to know where you will be when your car stops working like it should. With a quality emergency kit, you can figure out a way to stay safe until you remedy the problem yourself or until help arrives. An emergency kit should contain a flashlight, blanket and a tire gauge.
If you live in a cold climate, your kit should include warm hats, hand warmers and a sleeping bag. Water and and energy bars should also be packed in your vehicle ready to go in the case of an emergency. Ideally, food and other supplies will be…
Many have gone through the inconvenience of a dead battery in the winter. However, few realize that the extreme temperatures of summer can also pose problems. Battery cells contain acid that are susceptible to extreme temperature changes. The colder the weather, the more the fluid level drops. When trying to start a cold vehicle in winter, the thickened oil puts added strain on the battery. The same is true in summer. The warmer the weather causes the fluid to evaporate. Both scenarios decrease the life of the battery.
Running headlights, windshield wipers and entertainment...
If water accumulates in front of your vehicle’s tires faster than your vehicle can push it away, your vehicle will hydroplane. When your vehicle hydroplanes, it will feel as if you are gliding. In addition, you may lose control of the brakes or steering. Anytime there is water on the road a vehicle could hydroplane, so it is vital to be prepared for wet road conditions.
One way to prevent hydroplaning is to reduce speed if you notice water on the road ahead, but be sure to gradually slow down and drive about ten miles slower than the speed…
Tire pressure is one those aspects of vehicle maintenance that’s often overlooked. When your car’s running fine, it’s easy to take the working parts for granted. The truth is that the tires can be the difference between your safely arriving at your destination or not.
When the tires are underinflated, it creates a situation where they must work harder than they should to contact and rotate on the road’s surface. This not only creates a need for more fuel consumption, but it also generates excess heat on the tire’s rubber. The extra wear affects the…
We never like having to buy new tires, but sometimes it can’t be avoided. Tires will only provide you with good service as long as they're properly inflated and maintained. Visit us at Smothers European Volvo and have our techs look over your tires or show you our full selection of tires designed for your vehicle.
Although keeping the tires properly inflated will make them last longer, you may still need to replace your tires if the following is true.
• You have poor traction.
• Your tires are wearing unevenly.
• The tire or tires lose pressure.
• Tires have bulges…
About a year ago, Volvo showcased both the a compact luxury crossover and its platform in the 40 Concept. The reactions to that prototype, as well as customer input and real world data have resulted in the 2018 XC40--a vehicle that aims to take the stress out of city driving while drawing visual inspirations from its aesthetics.
Much has changed since the original version of the Volvo XC60 went on sale, including the vehicle itself. After nine successful model years, this utility has become an American favorite, and its first generation model still is the brand’s bestseller. Now, it’s been rebuilt from the ground up, but still captures that special stuff that endeared it to so many in the first place.
Since joining Volvo in 2012, Senior Vice President of Design, Thomas Ingenlath, has left an indelible mark on the brand’s lineup. It was his hand that penned the new designs of the XC90, S90, and more recently, the XC60. Given the numerous awards these models have won, it was only a matter of time before Mr. Ingenlath himself received such acclaim.