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                52 Years of Environmental Awareness: Where did it Start? 52 years ago, Volvo began its journey on becoming one of the most environmentally friendly car companies in the industry. Not only where they focused on safety, but also how they could make their vehicles better overall for customers. This meant: Durability and Sustainability. How did they start to get to where they are now?    Lets go back 20 years ago, when the seeds for our green reputation where planted. In the 1970's, the state of California issued new emission standards for vehicles much higher than those already in place. Car companies everywhere panicked in fear they could not reach those standards, while Volvo was already ahead. When Volvo introduced the 240 model, it "far exceeded the impossible" emission standards, and increased its gas mileage by 5% by doing so. How did they make this possible? They invented the  familiar Lambda Sond system, which i...

  Volvo Saved My Life Volvo has a well known reputation for their safety standards, winning an abundance of Top Safety awards throughout the years, as well as pioneering standard safety measures we see in all vehicles today. Ahead of their time, and constantly seeking new technology to keep drivers safe, Many will tell you "Volvo Saved my Life". Where did it start?     Since  1940, Volvo has been ahead of other brands when it came to safety standards. In 1944, Volvo began inserting laminated windshields in all their vehicles, witched helped prevent shards of glass from flying into the driver and passengers when in an accident. The US made laminated windshields a mandatory safety procedure, 25 years after.       In 1959, Volvo saw a huge breakthrough when Volvo engineer, Nils Bohlin, developed the 3-point seatbelt. The seta belt was designed to help keep the driver and passengers from slamming into the interior during an accident. It...

As of August 4th, 2022, Volvo's Overseas Delivery has returned for Model Year 2023! Customers can now order the car of their dreams, including the XC40, XC60, XC90, V60, or V90.  The program will include the Core Travel Package, which offers r oundtrip airfare for two  - Volvo will fly the customer and a guest to Gothenburg, Sweden, Premium cabin airfare will be provided on select airline partners, Priority boarding and security line access, Airline lounge access when flying with our select airline partners, Hotel Accommodations in Sweden, including two (2) complimentary hotel nights in the city center of Gothenburg,  Personalized Vehicle Delivery - VIP delivery of the vehicle at the Factory Delivery Experience Center, Insurance & Registration - Two (2) weeks of vehicle insurance complimentary, and Home Shipment - Volvo ships the vehicle back to the US Retailer.  For questio ns regarding Volvo Overseas Delivery or custom ordering, speak with one of our Overseas D...

Volvo adds Apple Car Play to Model Year 2023 for over-the-air updates       Volvo has recently announced that all model year 2023 vehicles will be eligible for over-the-air updates via Apple Car Play.  Apple Car Play makes it easier for new Volvo owners by updating your vehicle without having to go into the dealership. Go along with your day without the hassle of making an appointment! Our mission is to continuously improve customer cars with the best accessibility and safety technology, and it shows in our 2023 lineup.       Apple Car Play also allows iPhone users to connect and access their apps wherever they may be needed! This includes the charging app, which shows users where the nearest charging station is on your travels!       “Through over-the-air updates we can make sure that our customers can enjoy new features quickly and easily,” said Jim Nichols, head of product and technology consumer offer at Volvo Car USA....

Dogust: Celebrating National Dog Month   In honor of National Dog Month, Volvo expresses their concern for the safety and well-being of dogs, as they do their customers. Everyone should feel safe, including our four-legged family members. Our mission is to bring awareness to the importance of pet safety in the car, while providing tools to ensure their well taken care of on their Volvo journey.  The Volvo Dog harness ensures your dog remains comfortable and secure in the back seat, just in case of any sudden stops or movement. An unrestrained dog can suffer injuries and become a danger to other passengers if not properly secured. We want to make sure our passengers are always safe, humans and pets included.  The dog gate meets strict collision safety requirements, and is designed to keep your dog comfortable and secure for long car rides.  The gate is meant to fit your vehicles luggage compartment, ensuring your dog rides securely and comfortably.  Lon...

Model Year 2023: The Breakdown  Model Year 2023 is fully electrified, including mild-hybrid (MHEV), plug-in hybrid (PHEV) or electric vehicles (BEV). The lineup includes the S60 and 90, V60 Polestar Engineered, V60 and V90 Cross Country, XC40, XC60, XC90, and the C40.  Each vehicle is meant for different lifestyles, making Model Year 23 for everyone! Although, what is the difference between the models? Mild-Hybrid, or (MHEV) vehicles brings electric power to your drive without ever having to charge. Every time you break, the battery takes the recovered braking energy which then it uses to charge itself. A 48V battery and integrated starter generator supports the engine for reduced tailpipe emissions. The Mild-Hybrid is a perfect choice for those just getting started with the electrification process. Plug-in Hybrids (PHEV) are a little different from the Mild-Hybrid. They are Electric cars with a backup plan. Offering two modes: Pure-electric and Hybrid, the choice is up t...

  In 1967, Bob Blagden purchased a brand new Volvo 122s. When he purchased the car, he claimed it would be his "last new car", and named her Cheetah. No one would believe him, because how would the car last that long? 55 years later, and Cheetah is still on the road today! It was indeed, Bobs last new car.  When Bob first purchased Cheetah, she had 12,091 miles. Today, Cheetah has over 412k miles and is running strong. Cheetah became a staple in Bobs town. Every day after work from 1972 to 2022, the car would be proudly parked on his lawn for everyone to see. "Anyone who lived in Piedmont for the past 50 years will know this car", states Bobs son. From drives to school to vacations, the 122s helped Bob and his family get around safe for 53 years.  53 years is a long time with a car, especially considering it was purchased 5 decades ago! Although in 2020, Bob sold his home in Piedmont and headed for South Carolina. Unfortunately, Cheetah could not make the move and w...