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Volvo Spring Sales Event
Savings Through March 31, 2010
SAFE AND SOUND COVERAGE PLAN INCLUDES COMPLIMENTARY:
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5 years 60,000 Mile Warranty
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5 years Scheduled Maintenance
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5 years Wear & Tear Coverage
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5 years Roadside Assistance
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The 2011 Volvo C70 Opens Up a World of Possibility
Stunning retractable hardtop convertible joins the ranks of the European elite.
When putting together a premium automobile lineup, it’s important to remember that carefree fun and sheer driving pleasure shouldn’t be left out. For many drivers, nothing spells out those two qualities more clearly than a convertible, a fact that is not lost on the Swedish automaker. In fact, the redesigned 2011 Volvo C70 midsize turbo convertible coupe has been tweaked, poked and prodded in order to squeeze out as many smiles per mile as possible.
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The 2010 Volvo XC60 R-Design Adds Extra Sheen
High-end crossover gets High Street treatment through R-Design extras.
For certain automakers, it’s not enough to release an all-new, award winning crossover utility vehicle and then sit back and enjoy the praise rolling in from industry experts and drivers alike. No, some companies – like Volvo – have to keep pushing forward to produce even greater editions of already amazingly competent automobiles – editions like the 2010 Volvo XC60 R-Design.
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The Unparalleled Power of Omega-3s
Not all fats are created equal, and fatty acids have a laundry list of benefits to prove it!
Although the words “fatty” and “acid” may not immediately prompt a pleasant connotation, a-linolenic, eicosapentaenoic and docosahexaenoic compounds are types of fatty acids with wonderful – and endless – health benefits. Commonly referred to as simply omega-3s, these polyunsaturated chemicals assist the human body in warding off cancer, cardiovascular disease, brain ailments and more. And the good news is that omega-3 fatty acids can be found in all types of food, from fish to flax.
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Spend Some Time Revisiting a Timeless Novel!
Thumb through a few wonderful books that are well worth another look!
If it has been a while since you sat down with a good book, perhaps it’s time to check out one of the classics. Take one down from the library shelf and have yourself a quiet moment to get inspired by an age-old masterpiece! From children’s classics to adult fiction, there’s a page to turn for any age and every interest.
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High Octane Myths – What Does That Number at the Pump Really Mean?
The truth about Regular, Plus and Super gasoline.
In the automotive world, there are many common myths, which are repeated so many times that, after a while, they eventually transform themselves into ‘facts.’ Unsurprisingly, many of these ‘facts’ have to do with gasoline, whether they be regarding fuel mileage, power possibilities or some other arcane aspect of the internal combustion engine.
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Going Green Beyond the Grapes
Several vineyards are finding new ways to offer earth-friendly – and guilt-free – wine.
Although vineyards are often filled with rustic, old-world charm, the process of making and selling wine usually relies on the efficiency of modern-day industrialization. Unfortunately, this efficiency is not necessarily eco-friendly, and wineries find themselves spending outrageous amounts of materials and energy on pesticides, packaging and distribution. The good news, however, is that more and more vineyards are going green, striving for Mother Nature’s seal of approval without sacrificing the aromas and tastes of their products.
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Volvo Going Electric with C30 Test Fleet
Changing times, changing technologies.
When Bob Dylan went electric in the 1960s, the “shock” to fans was at first tough to handle. They got over it, and “electric Bob” became a music legend. Will electric cars get a similar reception? Volvo is moving to the next phase with a test fleet of electric C30 models.
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Volvo Classic: 1987-1991 780 Bertone Coupe
An affair to remember.
What happens when you blend Swedish engineering with Italian styling? (And please, no meatball jokes!) Volvo answered that with the 780, also known as the 1987-1991 Bertone Coupe. It was not Volvo’s first dalliance with an Italian design.
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