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Volvo has offered powerful and efficient hybrid options for several years, beginning with the 2013 V60 PHEV and evolving through the T8 powertrain on the S60, S90, XC60, XC90. In addition to improving fuel efficiency, the T8 engine generates an immense 400 horsepower and 472 pound-feet of torque and provides an all-electric range of 18-21 miles depending on vehicle weight. However, the Volvo XC40 was unfortunately excluded from the T8 powerplant. But that would turn out to be just fine, as Volvo chose its platform to launch the company's first-ever fully electric production model...

With a goal to become climate-neutral by 2040 via a push towards the electrification of the Volvo lineup, Volvo Cars has a stunningly ambitious climate plan. In fact, Volvo Cars was the first major automaker to commit to going all-in on electrification, and the lineup offers a plug-in hybrid variant of every model. Of course, shaking up the Volvo lineup isn't the only thing that our favorite automaker is doing during this leap. Volvo Cars also has a Green Finance Framework in place.

When it comes to finding the right electric vehicle, our team here at Crest Volvo Cars in Frisco is here to help. Building on the popularity of the XC40 SUV, you have the benefits of an SUV with the efficiency of an electric vehicle. Read on to learn more!

The world is moving closer and closer to a world of all-electric vehicles. For the 2022 model year, Volvo has announced that it will debut an all-electric version of its flagship Volvo XC90 mid-size SUV. Read on to learn more about this exciting news!

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.

As the novel coronavirus rages on, it is wise for you to maintain social distancing to keep safe. Self-isolating is crucial in the fight against the spread of Covid-19. You might wonder what there is to do while maintaining social distance. However, there are a lot of things that you can do. Here is a list of five to do to keep you active and healthy.

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.

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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. 

Volvo wants to make car-bike crashes safer, develops crash test with POC: https://t.co/9mGC3ij0s2 pic.twitter.com/ONga3LWnP8

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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.

If you've ever found yourself looking at an SUV and wishing that it was just a little smaller, a little more sleek, and a little more luxurious, then the new Volvo XC40 could be exactly what you had in mind.