Gone are the days of the five and six cylinders that have defined the Volvo brand for many years. The automaker is ramping up for an extensive overhaul, beginning with the introduction of an engine that has already been integrated into the upcoming lineup, starting with the 2015 Volvo S60, V60 and XC60 models.
The Volvo Drive-E powertrain includes an all-new four-cylinder setup that is powered by either gas or diesel. The phase out of…
Some of the earliest cars we drove or rode in were probably the old, boxy Volvo models that were staples at college campuses and in high school parking lots. A lot has changed since then, but the important qualities of the new Volvo models that you'll find here at our Santa Rosa, CA dealership remain the same.
We'd love to hear about the many summer adventures you shared with friends and family members…
Getting the most out of your vehicle can mean a lot of different things to different people; for some, it could mean having a gorgeously styled and immaculately clean exterior, for others it could mean having the most luxurious interior with high quality materials and tons of convenient features. For other still, it means having a powerful engine that won't bleed you wallet dry at the fuel pump. If you're in the latter…
Volvo is very much a Swedish company, through and through. You can see it in their basic yet stunning design elements, their stance on creating cars that everyone in the family can enjoy, and their desire to be as safe as possible.
Still, most Americans have little understanding of Swedish traditions and ethos, which is why the truck division for Volvo teamed up with the actor Peter Stormare (a well-known Swede) to educate Volvo customers on the country's ideals.
We definitely like this idea of camping wherever, though we don't suggest setting up tent anywhere in Santa Rosa…
If there's one advancement in technology that the automotive world is collectively working towards the most vehemently, we'd have to say it's autonomous driving. Whether you're just commanding your vehicle to park itself in a tight spot or you're travelling down the highway with both hands busy with an illustration, the idea of a self-driving car is nothing short of mind-blowing. And, as hard as it may be to believe…
If you think back to September of 2013, you might remember we got a bit of a two-fer from our preferred automaker, Volvo. Not only did we get our first look at the Concept Coupe--the first in the brand's prototype trilogy, we also saw teasers of how its design language would integrate onto the new 2015 XC90. Months later, however, we haven't gotten our official look.
We have to say, the wait for…
If our favorite automaker's recent offerings at the 2014 Geneva Motor Show were any indication, we've got an awful lot to look forward to in the coming months here at Smothers European Volvo. Then again, news like this just comes with the territory thanks to Volvo's engineers.