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Volvo On Call App Shows Driving Patterns for Plug-in Hybrid Models

Volvo On Call App

The new Volvo hybrid models feature a Smartphone app that facilitates the ability to track your driving pattern and capture data that revolves around your driving experience. Impressively, the Volvo manufactures are among the first companies to adopt hybrid technology, one of the latest innovations in vehicle manufacturing companies. While Volvo intend to incorporate this technology in the future models, it strives to launch XC40 Recharge P8 as its first successful model. This car would be the foundation of subsequent electric models.

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Volvo To End Production of Diesel Models

For many years, Volvo has maintained a strong focus on sustainable processes and products. The Swedish automaker has also made clear its belief that the future is electric. Recently, Volvo took a dramatic step forward with the announcement that it will soon be discontinuing all production of diesel-powered automobiles. The news won't have a direct effect on Americans, as Volvo currently doesn't sell diesel sedans, wagons, or SUVs in the United States. The change will be most notable in Europe, where diesel-use is more widespread.

For a large company to take such significant action is a...

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Volvo Cars and POC Develop Car-Bike Helmet Crash Test

Many drivers are aware that there is a rivalry of sorts between cyclists and car drivers, and it's no secret that anyone not encased in steel would be at a disadvantage, safety-wise. Here in Richardson TX, we know how much the Volvo brand has been paying attention to this issue, and it's apparent in their inclusion of features like cyclist detection and avoidance standard in their new model lineup since 2013. 

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Real-Time Safety Data Shared Between Volvo Cars in Europe




 

Volvo has taken a huge step towards improved traffic safety for Volvo cars by introducing its groundbreaking, industry-first connected safety technology, which is available across Europe. This technology allows Volvos to communicated with each other and alert drivers of upcoming slippery roads and hazards through a cloud-based network.

Find out what exciting safety technology Volvo has introduced in Europe.

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Volvo Plans to Fully Electrify Its Lineup by 2019

Volvo electric cars

In just two short years, Volvo will bid its final farewell to gas-only cars in favor of pursuing an all-electric future. This unprecedented decision makes Volvo one of the only major automakers to ditch the gas-only model, placing the brand at the forefront of the electrification movement.

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