Volvo News and Blog

It's that time again! Volvo of Dallas' Third Thursday Casino Night. And this month's theme is Hawaiian Luau! For those of you new to the fun, every third Thursday of the month, Volvo of Dallas holds a monthly casino night full of gaming, music, door prizes and excellent refreshments. And the best part? It's all free!

Along with offering one of the most advanced safety packages of any vehicle on the market, the all-new redesigned XC90 will be among the world's safest cars thanks to two world-first technologies: a run-off road protection feature and a system that can automatically hit the brakes if it senses that the SUV is turning in front of an oncoming vehicle. Read more for details.

It's no surprise that teenage drivers often have much higher insurance premiums than adults, especially considering that they are many times more likely to be involved in a collision. However, there are several ways for parents to keep their policy costs to a minimum. If you want to avoid a big increase in your car insurance costs, check out these tips.

Join your friends and neighbors on Thursday, July 17, 2014, when Volvo of Dallas will host yet another Third Thursday Casino Night event! There's lots of fun in store, whether you're interested in casino games or not! With free food, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, live DJing, dancing and door prizes, it's a party you won't want to miss. Plus, this month we'll have face painting and circus acts for our "Under the Big Top" theme!

In light of tragic national and local news regarding the deaths of children who died after being left in cars, we want to inform parents who have young children of some startling facts. Even if you believe you would never forget your child in the car, statistics show that it is much more common than people think, but there are some ways in which you can prevent it. Please review our infographic, which includes facts regarding child vehicular heatstroke and useful tips for parents.

We know everyone's itching to get out of town and find cooler climates, but before you go it's important to ensure that your vehicle is ready for the journey. Avoid a summer road trip nightmare with these useful vehicle inspection tips. Read more for details.

Get out your Hawaiian shirts, flower-filled leis and straw hats for an entertainment-packed event that will help raise money for a great cause! Casino Night at Volvo of Dallas is back again and this time we're throwing a beach party that will benefit the Texas Sentinels Foundation (TSF), a local non-profit that supports wounded warriors when they return from service.

The new 2015 Volvo XC90 has received a full redesign, and while its exterior and under-the-hood changes are impressive, Jalopnik writer Máté Petrány can't stop raving about its elegant new cabin, which he called "pure sex" and compared to "a stylish Scandinavian living room with seven canopies and a glass roof." Check out photos of the SUV's modern new interior now to see what all the hype's about!

Using water-removable spray paint, Brazilian YouTube channel Canal Boom pulled a hilarious joke on vehicles illegally parked in handicapped spots. Their spray-paint artist left some fitting signage on a few cars that were taking up spaces designated for wheelchair users and those with disabilities, then Canal Boom's video crew captured the reactions of the vehicle owners!

Casino night is back again and this time we're having a fiesta! Make your way down to Volvo of Dallas on May 15, 2014, and join us for food, great music and fun of all kinds. If you've joined us before, you know what to expect! There will be dancing, a delicious buffet-style meal, complimentary alcoholic/non-alcoholic beverages, exciting prize giveaways and, of course, a chance to win beaucoup bucks playing some of your favorite casino games. Read more for details.