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If you travel frequently, an SUV may help you do so in a convenient and safe manner. With this type of vehicle, you can carry up to seven people, their sports or music gear and your pets with ease. In fact, some SUVs are designed to make them more comfortable for large dogs or other larger animals.

This type of vehicle may also be ideal during times of inclement weather. It can offer better handling on icy or snowy roads, and it can also perform better on flooded roads. However, if you do encounter roads with water on them, do…

The new 2017 Volvo XC90 serves as the Volvo brand’s best-selling vehicle in the United States, and for very good reason: The new XC90 model range delivers luxury performance and style at an attractive price! Ranging from the basic T5 Momentum model to the T8 plug-in hybrid powertrain, you can now enjoy a luxurious drive throughout the Santa Rosa, California region in a new Volvo XC90.

The Detroit Motor Show showcased many-a promise for the emerging autonomous vehicle market, but none so fascinating as Volvo's Drive Me research project, a collaborative effort between the public, private and academic research sectors that will road-test up to 100 autonomous vehicles with passengers on the roads of Gothenburg, Sweden during 2017. Today, Sweden; tomorrow, the world.

And it's nothing an additional investment in the way of a joint venture and 1.1 billion Swedish krona (SEK) can't handle. Volvo and automotive safety system producer Autoliv's Zenuity project plans...

Though it hasn’t been in production since 1996, the iconic Volvo 850 Series gave rise to many beloved Volvo models throughout the years, and you can still see its influence and design language in today’s Volvo lineup. Here at Smothers European Volvo, we wanted to celebrate (albeit, about a month late) the 25th anniversary of this landmark model, so here’s to appreciating where you’ve come from, while always looking toward where you’re going!

Happy 25th Birthday To The #Volvo 850! https://t.co/bLa5Xd7Bbw @volvoautoitalia @volvocarsglobal

— monicaesse (@monicaesse70) June 8, 2016

At Smothers European Volvo, we know you want your Volvo to cater to your desire for performance and safety as well as comfort. That's why we'd like to introduce the Volvo XC70 The car's roomy interior features the contemporary design and comfort all of your passengers will enjoy, whether you're commandeering a working lunch or just bringing the kids to the in-laws.
 

2016 Volvo XC70 T5 Premier		Price: $45,090.00

On May 18th, Volvo announced the debut of two new concept vehicles riding atop its new Compact Modular Architecture (CMA) platform. Sharing a platform like this will make the implementation Volvo’s small car strategy much easier. The CMA technology was specially designed for smaller cars, and it has opened up possibilities for the company’s designers and engineers to explore new directions and bold, innovative design, which will certainly help set them apart in the sometimes-crowded small car market. Check out the video below for further information on these cool new concepts.

The days of finding your package on your doorstep are over. "Volvo Car Group is introducing a new service with Swedish startup Urb-it that promises to deliver packages ordered online to a car owner’s trunk in under two hours," reports the staff at Fortune. "The delivery service will be initially limited to Volvo owners living in Stockholm, Sweden. It will expand to several European cities this year and to more than 200 cities globally by 2025, Volvo says.

Isabella Olsson, a lead designer for Google, asks herself if what she's creating makes a positive difference in the world. She says, "Am I making people's lives better?" It is this approach to creation and innovation that makes Olsson a standout among her team, and also brings her close to our mission at Smothers European Volvo, where our new Volvo models represent a commitment to bettering the lives of their drivers. Take the…

What sort of expectations do you have of a new Volvo? Exceptional safety? Comfortable interior? Ample power? Check, check and check.

What about technology? Volvo may have a reputation for family practicality, but the newest models are bedazzled in amenities thanks to the new Volvo On Call smartphone integration system. On Call is all about connectivity, security, safety and convenience, and it's accessible via a button in the cabin or a smartphone app. While…

To survive a Swedish winter, you need the right tools. To enjoy a Swedish winter, you need visit its enriching scenery. Or you could take part in it all right here in Santa Rosa with the 2015 Volvo XC70.

The all-new Volvo XC70 embodies Sweden's most extreme yet captivating season. It's packed with the endurance to push across rugged terrain and a design rivaling the perfectly dusted mountain tops. The Volvo XC70 packs…