2011 Volvo Universe Concept Review

Volvo Concept Universe 2011-Shanghai Motor Show a prototype sedan Volvo supermodel news. Recognition of the Chinese automotive market is not only in its infancy in Shanghai as well as Universe design concept, which is a completely new interface, which should create a discussion. The sloping roofline and rear guard concept coupe-sedan trend.

The concept of the universe is based on an entirely new structure SPA - Scalable Arhictecture. As its name implies, is used in medium-size models in other models, and the production version of the universe (in the hope that he changed his name ...), the first to use the new SPA.

Despite the fact that small details, not the transmission of data is transferred, so that we can be sure of what the creation of this exercise. Volvo Concept Universe uses a minimalist design Volvo late, the other high-tech features such as rear seat passengers iPad integration. It appears Volvo is also intended to develop a competition for new interior colors and materials used for the luxury label. Although the appearance of developments and changes, the interior is really where luxury cars are these days.

European electricity production emissions. This means that even if all vehicles were electric power production by itself does not produce more carbon dioxide. This issue is gradually lowered over time.

Electricity is an excellent source of energy. It is not in danger of collapse, and can produce virtually no emissions of CO2. For example, Vattenfall aims to halve emissions by 2030 and become carbon-neutral by 2050.

A 2011-Shanghai Auto Show, Volvo Car Corporation shows is a masterpiece of Scandinavian design for car buyers with exquisite taste.

Volvo Universe Concept is a large luxury sedan with a design language centered on the new man who honors the beautiful lines of classic Volvo models.

"Volvo Universe Concept offers the world a taste of what people can expect from our next top-the-line sedan," said Stefan Jacoby, President and CEO of Volvo Car Corporation.

Volvo Car Corporation, a long-term strategy has been successful, truly global company, whose products have been designed around the needs of our customers' and lifestyle.

Scandinavian Design is about understanding and care of people. Volvo Car Corporation wants to be a sign that the best interpretation of what a modern luxury car buyers want.

Volvo Concept Universe is intended to arouse the unconscious desire and a sense of timeless beauty.

He goes ahead with its roof of a coupe and contemporary full-back but he is also the proud heritage of Volvo true by borrowing design elements of classic models from the past.

"Just like a refined luxury goods, this model seems at hand and strong enough to withstand the test of time," says Peter Horbury Design Director of Volvo Car Corporation. "We compete with the best in a particular type of Scandinavian design. E 'unrivaled performance and technology, but without superficiality or complications."

User concentrated and pure

Decor Universe Concept Volvo has a nice, grown in an environment so that the user focused and refreshingly uncomplicated. It needs the driver in front and behind the casual comfort.

In the environment of the pilot in command, intuitive controls and a touch screen, approaching the hand when the driver when he goes against - with all controlled from a seat that is inspired by the sun ultra-comfortable.

Passengers in the back seat is embraced by pure comfort. The inner form in the back seat and become part of the center environment.

The sensor dynamics and dark colors of the front seats chaining backwards until it is transformed into an oasis of calm taillight. Volvo Concept Universe is full of classic shapes, materials and textures that are used with a button to create a special experience of modern luxury.

"Volvo Universe Concept is particularly sophisticated, but simple all the resources that make it easy Volvo Masters. It is increasingly appreciated that the combinations of design and technology of modern luxury car buyers. These developments pave the way for success. We convinced that a particular brand of luxury, has a bright future, "says Peter Horbury.

"Our goal is to be the brand that best understands what buyers of luxury cars today. We look forward to hearing what customers most demanding Chinese think about this concept of luxury. Later, we show the design in Europe and the U.S. To put it in the global context, as we aim for all our cars, "said Stefan Jacoby, President and CEO of Volvo Car Corporation.

2013 Volvo V60 Plug-in Hybrid

Volvo Car Corporation has announced a new Volvo V60 and hybrid reveals the Geneva Motor Show in March 2011. Volvo V60 hybrid developed in collaboration with the Swedish power company Vattenfall, when they allowed the fuel economy of 124 mpg in the European combined cycle with 150 mpg fuel consumption and emissions of carbon dioxide are less than 50 g / km.

cheaper fuel costs

When powered solely by electricity, the Volvo V60 plug-in hybrid is a range of up to 50 km. Auto operating range of up to 1200 km. Carbon dioxide emissions are on average 49 grams per kilometer (combined cycle) and fuel consumption is 1.9 liters per 100 km.

The cost of battery life: the hybrid is more expensive to buy than the Volvo V60, with a traditional combustion engine. On the other hand, fuel costs are one third compared to traditional internal combustion engines. Current electricity price in Sweden was calculated at around 2.50 SEK 10 km. The exact price varies from one market to another.

Plug-in hybrid can be recharged on a regular household electrical outlet when parked at home or elsewhere. Charging time is about five hours if the car can be recharged at home.

The electricity has many advantages

Electrification of the transport sector is an important step in combating climate change. Electricity is very useful for fuel:

An electric motor is almost four times more efficient than the normal combustion engine. This means that an electrically powered car uses less energy and therefore produce fewer emissions, even if it is financed by a mix of energy sources than fossil fuels.

European electricity production emissions. This means that even if all vehicles were electric power production by itself does not produce more carbon dioxide. This issue is gradually lowered over time.

Electricity is an excellent source of energy. It is not in danger of collapse, and can produce virtually no emissions of CO2. For example, Vattenfall aims to halve emissions by 2030 and become carbon-neutral by 2050.

Exhaust emissions from millions of exhaust pipes is transferred to a small number of production facilities, which are easier to control, which operates on the basis of the EU emissions trading scheme, which does not apply to the transport sector time.

The electric cars use relatively little electricity, and consumption growth will be more than covered by the ambitious plans for expansion of renewable energies in Europe. A wind power station, for example, produces enough renewable energy to power electric cars in 3000. Vattenfall offers buyers a hybrid contract, including renewable energy sources for electricity.

The rapid expansion of renewable electricity

Electricity production is booming. Wind power is the large-scale commercial introduction and continues growing, biofuels replace fossil fuels on a broad front, wave expected to enter commercial service in ten years, and new technologies to clean CO2 emissions from Coal Coal is currently under development.

At Volvo Cars, the work is progressing on the Volvo V60 Plug-in hybrid parallel with the development of electric Volvo C30, which runs exclusively on electricity.

"Both cars are complementary. With a plug-in hybrid driver is totally independent charging stations when driving long distances. Future electric cars on the market will feature a mixture of two all-electric and hybrid Rechargeable, "said Stefan Jacoby.

The third stage of the electrification strategy of Volvo Cars is the engine empowering the next generation of hybrid technology.

2011 Volvo XC90 Review

2011 Volvo XC90 carries five passengers in its standard configuration, and can accommodate seven people, including the optional third row of seats. 2011 Volvo XC90 was introduced as the safest SUVs on the market. Volvo went up was to demonstrate the safety of crossing extraordinary reversal using a specially designed catapult its research center on security for a live demonstration of the strength of the XC90 roof. Members of the press were present, and the XC90 rolled four times on the roof during the test with little or no intrusion into the passenger cabin.

Anti-theft, child safety locks, traction control, brake assist, folding tailgate, USB, Radio Data System, the radio antenna, AM / FM, CD player, automatic headlights, halogen headlights, fog machines, control climate, interior pollen and dust particles from the air filter, Rear Air Controls, Rear Air Conditioning Unit, an outside temperature gauge to monitor tire pressure, tachometer, voice control, trip computer, cruise control , Controls on the steering wheel is present in the Volvo XC90 2011 3.2 R-Design.

Since 1994, management certification of all technicians R12 air conditioning system from the clutches of the old A / C and replace it with R12, R134a. Although it is not R134a ozone depletion (ODP), is not what is considered "modest" global warming (GWP) is 1300

With more emphasis on global warming and the world becomes more "green", this is a matter of time before and R134a is prohibited. Let's take a look at the three most likely replacement for him.

Likely choice

Funny how things seem to go full circle in the automotive industry. The original producer of R134a, DuPont, is the most likely substitute for cooling, once sanctified. The new refrigerant known as HFO-1234yf. This is a direct delivery to replace R134a and requires no major changes in the A / C. PCA is almost nonexistent at 4 and existing detection A / C leak can leak 1234yf HFO-system.

Volvo S60 Review

The Volvo S60 is an entry level sedan and the Volvo is ready to compete with the big giants in this segment, which is already committed, and sometimes even the turbocharged V6 versions.

What is unique about the Volvo S60 is the style and not the only thing the company is based.

The Volvo S60 looks like a car more functional than a car that is supposed to be luxury and pampering. For example, the car's interior is designed in a very practical and should fully with ergonomic seats and lumbar adjustments even that is a benefit that is offered, but a necessity. There are many caucus for the Volvo S60 to take to the segment in which he ventured.

That in itself is a good car and has credibility, but in comparison, you may fall again in many ways, but unfortunately the car world has to do with who is the best and why. The Volvo S60 is available in three trim levels, 2.5T, T5 and R. The 2.5T is well established from the interior and exterior. The S60 R is the car the higher end of all these versions, as it offers many more features.

Volvo has been the reduction of the gap between them and the design of its German competitors - Audi, BMW, Mercedes and - and the S60 is a perfect example. Its lines are smooth and attractive, offering more features and luxury in the past, and his journey captures the excitement of driving more efficiently. S60 2009 is over 08 and do not see big changes as the luxury sport sedan Volvo. It is available in three versions: 2.5T, 2.5T AWD and T5.

The 2.5T and T5 are both front-wheel drive, four wheel drive is only an option for 2.5T and the three versions, four door, five luxury sport sedans. As the most exclusive and brother over the S40, S60 each plate comes with a turbocharged engine. The 2.5T is equipped with a 2.5-liter turbocharged inline-five, which may be 208 hp and 19/28 mpg for under (city / highway). T5 has a 2.5-liter turbocharged inline-five engine, with 18/26 mpg more powerful 257 hp and achieve mileage. Both come standard with a five-speed Geartronic automatic. On the ground, can reach 0-60 in 6.6 seconds with the T5 and 7.2 seconds with the 2.5T, according to Volvo.

Offer the luxury Volvo S60 makes leather interior, gear knob and steering wheel steering. 2.5T 's elegant and refined interior is complete with real wood inlays, if the T5 uses brushed aluminum. In 2009, the 2.5T comes standard with auto dimming rearview mirror and the other speakers. T5 adds Active Bi-Xenon headlights and wipers, the route guidance.

The S60 is equipped with a number of security features, including a four-wheel antilock brakes, front and side airbags, side curtain airbags for front and rear, stability control and whiplash protection.

Volvo has announced two new editions, S80 Executive and R-V70 R-Design

Volvo has announced two new editions of the sedan’s top-of-the-line and station wagons. There are S80 Executive and R-V70 R-Design. Let’s jump to view more info!

2012 Volvo R-V70 R-Design Design meanwhile not get the engine upgrade from the company’s stablemates – the buyer can choose from a variety of powertrain options – but it did not benefit from some cosmetic enhancements. Satin-finish door mirror behind the LED indicators, a new 18-inch wheels fitted, while the interior was wrapped in two-tone, high contrast black and white.

The S80 Executive, which increases the leading Swedish interior with touches such as ventilation, dressing leather upholstery, an analog clock, plush carpet and leather on the door panels and instrument cluster – the latter a first for Volvo. In a special touch aspirational, Volvo also offers a selection of mini fridge in the back with a pair of crystal goblets.

Both models are equipped with Volvo Census infotainment system, which places a high touchscreen display on the dashboard to help the driver keep his or her eyes on the road.