New Electric Car Charger Cuts Down Recharging Time

Hybrid vehicles are becoming more popular in the U.S. since Toyota launched the Prius was a vremena.Skyrocketing price of gasoline has gone American car buyers to opt for these fuel efficient vehicles that can run as high as 50 miles on a gallon of gasoline .

In response to the demand for hybrid vehicles, automakers are looking for ways to add yet another feature in the already fuel efficient hybrid vozila.Plug-in technology is already knocking on the door of the auto industry. This technology allows hybrid cars to be recharged via a regular household outlet. This means that the battery is integrated into the car to power the electric motor can conveniently recharge and has adequate power to call out the battery.

In addition to hybrid electric cars, there are full-time electric vehicles that use plug-in technology.

Pioneering in the production of electric cars to ZAP. This company gave American drivers a choice of electric cars that are categorized as zero emission vehicles. This means that the cars from ZAP does not produce greenhouse gases that contribute to global warming even more.

The three-wheeled vehicles from ZAP are equipped with plug-in technology. Normally, electric cars take up to six hours to recharge their batteries. This means that you can charge your electric car while you are sleeping at night and wake up your ZAP electric car juiced and ready to go.

But developments in the automotive industry is a constant, and ZAP announced that they offer an electric car charger reduces charging time from hours to only thirty minutes.

The company said that the charger is the XEBRA, their electric car, can be configured to suit any 110 - or 220-volt outlet. Revolutionary battery can provide up to 100 amps or 10,000 watts of electricity in automobilu.Tvrtka promises that the new charger will significantly increase the range XEBRA.

ZAP Chairman Gary Starr has this to say about the new charger .. "This new charger can reduce the charging time from hours to minutes Now you can drive your electric car all day with just a few short stops in time to eat lunch, you can connect your XEBRA up to the charger and have a full charge in less than an hour . Think of it as putting your XEBRA to graze. "

The fact that the XEBRA zero emission vehicles means that with its use, greenhouse gas emissions is limited to zero. This shows that there are technologies available today that can put an end to global warming as effectively as EBC pad works when the vehicle stops. And with the technology for these cars is constantly growing, the use of electric cars as XEBRA will certainly gain momentum.

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New Electric Car Charger Cuts Down Recharging Time

Hybrid vehicles are becoming more popular in the U.S. since Toyota launched the Prius was a vremena.Skyrocketing price of gasoline has gone American car buyers to opt for these fuel efficient vehicles that can run as high as 50 miles on a gallon of gasoline .

In response to the demand for hybrid vehicles, automakers are looking for ways to add yet another feature in the already fuel efficient hybrid vozila.Plug-in technology is already knocking on the door of the auto industry. This technology allows hybrid cars to be recharged via a regular household outlet. This means that the battery is integrated into the car to power the electric motor can conveniently recharge and has adequate power to call out the battery.

In addition to hybrid electric cars, there are full-time electric vehicles that use plug-in technology.

Pioneering in the production of electric cars to ZAP. This company gave American drivers a choice of electric cars that are categorized as zero emission vehicles. This means that the cars from ZAP does not produce greenhouse gases that contribute to global warming even more.

The three-wheeled vehicles from ZAP are equipped with plug-in technology. Normally, electric cars take up to six hours to recharge their batteries. This means that you can charge your electric car while you are sleeping at night and wake up your ZAP electric car juiced and ready to go.

But developments in the automotive industry is a constant, and ZAP announced that they offer an electric car charger reduces charging time from hours to only thirty minutes.

The company said that the charger is the XEBRA, their electric car, can be configured to suit any 110 - or 220-volt outlet. Revolutionary battery can provide up to 100 amps or 10,000 watts of electricity in automobilu.Tvrtka promises that the new charger will significantly increase the range XEBRA.

ZAP Chairman Gary Starr has this to say about the new charger .. "This new charger can reduce the charging time from hours to minutes Now you can drive your electric car all day with just a few short stops in time to eat lunch, you can connect your XEBRA up to the charger and have a full charge in less than an hour . Think of it as putting your XEBRA to graze. "

The fact that the XEBRA zero emission vehicles means that with its use, greenhouse gas emissions is limited to zero. This shows that there are technologies available today that can put an end to global warming as effectively as EBC pad works when the vehicle stops. And with the technology for these cars is constantly growing, the use of electric cars as XEBRA will certainly gain momentum.

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New Electric Car Charger Cuts Down Recharging Time

of hybrid vehicles have become increasingly popular in the U.S. than Toyota Prius was launched before a vremena.Skyrocketing gas prices drove U.S. car buyers to opt for these fuel efficient vehicles that can run as much as 50 miles on a gallon of gasoline .

In response to the demand for hybrid vehicles, automakers are looking for ways to add another feature in the already fuel efficient hybrid vozila.Plug-in technology is already knocking on the door of the auto industry. This technology allows hybrid cars to be recharged from ordinary household outlet. This means that the battery is integrated into the car to power the electric motor can conveniently recharge and has adequate power to call out the battery.

In addition, hybrid electric cars, there are full-time electric vehicle with plug-in technology.

pioneer in the production of electric cars is ZAP. This company gave American drivers a choice of electric cars that are categorized as zero emission vehicles. This means that cars from ZAP does not produce greenhouse gases that contribute to global warming even more.

three-wheeled vehicles from ZAP are equipped with plug-in technology. Normally, electric cars take up to six hours to recharge their batteries. This means you can charge your electric car while you are sleeping at night and wake up with her ZAP electric car juiced and ready to go.

But developments in the auto industry is a constant, and ZAP announced that they are offering electric car charger reduces charging time from hours to only thirty minutes.

The company said that the charger is the XEBRA, their electric car, can be configured to suit any 110 - or 220-volt outlet. Revolutionary battery can provide up to 100 amps or 10,000 watts of power in automobilu.Tvrtka promises that the new charger will significantly increase the range of XEBRA.

ZAP Chairman Gary Starr has this to say about the new Charger: "This new charger can reduce your charge time from several hours to several minutes now, you can drive your electric car all day with just a few short stops time .. lunch can connect to your XEBRA charger and a full charge in less than an hour. Think of it as putting your XEBRA to graze ."

The fact that XEBRA the zero-emissions vehicles means their use, greenhouse gas emissions is limited to zero. This shows that there are technologies available today that can put a stop to global warming as effectively as EBC pad for when stopping vehicles. A technology for these vehicles continues to increase, the use of electric cars such as XEBRA will certainly gain momentum.

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Kelis Will Push it to the Edge

All-new Ford Edge will come with a new urban marketing campaign with Grammy-nominated singer Kelis.Kampanja titled "The Edge", the creation of Uniworld Group - Detroit, will also contain a song called "push it to Edge," which created by Kelis. He said the marketing campaign will be shown today in major radio, print, television and Internet outlets throughout the country.

marketing campaign starts with Edge making Grand appearance before the crowds and paparazzi photographers can keep their lenses with the optional panoramic Vista Roof Edge. Then, the roof slowly opens to reveal Kelis dressed to impress.

Consumers will hear the song for the bold new Ford crossover from hip-hop artist of today. "With a bold style that violates the rules, Kelis is the perfect spokesman for the edge of an urban marketing campaign," said Jeri Ward, Ford Edge marketing manager. "Our target buyer can easily relate to Kelis' sharp and sophisticated style ."

Kelly began wowing Ford enthusiasts 18th this month to her husband, rap icon Nas', black and white ball in New Yorku.Događaj in conjunction with the celebration of our album - "Hip-hop is dead ."

"I am informed buyer who likes to shop around for what I like," said Kelis. "I prefer bold designs and this is what I see when I look at the edge. I believe it was built to defy expectations and change people's perception, two concepts that have helped me define who I am ."

on the Edge marketing campaign will air on the Steve Harvey Morning Show and The Tom Joyner Morning Show and other national syndicated radio shows. Kelis will also participate in several Edge sweepstakes giveaways on these emisijama.Pokloni will begin in veljači.Banner ads for the Edge will also be displayed on AOL -. Black Voices and Black Planet and other major web sites

Ford Edge also boasts a bold design and sophisticated interior. It also has a powerful and economical 3.5-liter V-6 engine that produces 265 KS.Automaker the AdvanceTrac with Roll Stability Control, which is embedded in the ford explorer auto parts, are also part Edge.Crossover is also equipped with side airbags and safety of the roof to ensure occupant safety.

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Mercedes Bluetooth Telephony Solution with BlackBerry Integration

Because of the increased demand for Mercedes-Benz Accessories GmbH is expanding its range of communication accessories and this time it will include Bluetooth telephony solution. The new Mercedes-Benz Bluetooth ® (HFP) telephone module allows its user to use the BlackBerry ® in a Mercedes-Benz passenger cars without having to physically connect the device to the vehicle. This modular solution is specially designed for in-car telecommunication and is suitable for a selected range of mobile phones that support Bluetooth ® Hands Free Profile. This new telephone module with HFP software is compatible with factory installed solutions that are currently offered in every Mercedes model series.

What you can do with Bluetooth ® Hands Free Profile? Almost everything you want as to send and receive e-mail, make phone calls, check pictures and presentations. This is the perfect buddy for executives who want to carry with them their office in the BlackBerry handheld.

for the first time Mercedes accessories in the form of a new Bluetooth (HFP) telephone module allows BlackBerry 8700g, 8700v and 8707v models to be connected wirelessly Mercedes-Benz passenger cars.

new Mercedes Accessories GmbH further enhances safety and convenience of using car phones. But the biggest benefit is the portability of handheld or mobile phone which can be conveniently done around or in your handbag or jacket pocket. There is also no problem with the Bluetooth connection between the vehicles and equipment, as it is done automatically. Operating telephone module is also very easy, since it has a button that is used to activate the pairing process.

After the pairing process commence connection will be automatski.Integracija on board and provides safe and spontaneous control of phone functions through the multifunction steering wheel, the central instrument and the audio system display.

Bluetooth (HFP) telephone module is also compatible with Nokia 6131, Motorola PEBL U6, Nokia 6111, Sony Ericsson K610i, Nokia N70, BenQ-Siemens EF81, and Sony Ericsson W550i mobile phone. It also acts as an extension of Preparation for mobile phone with universal interface --- a feature that is currently in the most recent Mercedes-Benz models.

module is very easy to use is only necessary to insert the pre-installation located in the center armrest. And this month, Mercedes-Benz will offer its Mercedes-Benz Bluetooth (HFP) telephone module unconventionally designed closed box format, and will be priced at EUR250 which include VAT.

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Increasing Demand for Hybrid Car

Environmental awareness is growing in the public and that is what recent research shows. PULS, a German trend and market research conducted online surveys to find out what the public benefit in the car.

They surveyed more than 3,500 people who have either recently purchased a car or is planning to buy one in the near future. They have conducted research in various countries - United States, Germany, France, Great Britain, India and Kina.Rezultat shows that a large number of their respondents would go for hybrid cars and hydrogen fuel cell-powered vehicles over gasoline or diesel powered units.

survey shows 42.7 percent of respondents would opt for a hybrid car, and further said that hybrid vehicles are cars budućnosti.Hibridni car got the most votes from the U.S., where Toyota Prius is already making waves in the market and significantly increase its customer base. 50.9 percent of respondents from the United States said it would go for a hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) over any other type of vehicle. Meanwhile, 46.9 percent of French respondents also said they will opt for a hybrid vozila.Daljnje improvement in the Toyota Prius and Honda develop their hybrid car will definitely increase the public's interest in such vehicles.

Taking second place in the online poll of vehicles with hydrogen fuel cell technology for 41.9 percent of respondents chose. This form of alternative fuel vehicles got a lot of voices from China, where more than half of respondents see a future in which hydrogen fuel cell powered vehicles will be those in the rules of the road. India has decided to release these hydrogen fuel-powered vehicles on the way to go in budućnosti.Rezultat research on these Asian countries in contrast to the popular belief that they are satisfied only by using traditional fuels.

Other alternative fuel-powered vehicles that have received much attention are those that use plant derived fuels. 38.1 percent of respondents considered that the plant-derived fuels will replace fossil fuels, which are so dependent on today. UK drivers to show their strong support for the use of plant derived fuels with 45.6 percent giving them their consent to this kind vozila.Pozitivni acceptance of the respondents in the UK may be in fact due to the availability of cars on the European market that are powered by plant derived fuels as bio-ethanol. Bioethanol, after all, but can be used to power vehicles such as some models from Volvo FlexiFuel technology on board.

Of all respondents surveyed by PULS, only 11.5 percent said that the world will still depend on gasoline or diesel fuel for us. Generally, however, our results demonstrate that the high demand for vehicles to run on alternative fuels and will depend on renewable sources of energy. Indeed, demand is increasing sharply, that if the trend is like a car, the momentum would be pretty hard to stop and will only take a high-performance brakes for stopping, such as the EBC rotors with high performance jaw. Furthermore, research shows the way for auto makers to see the direction our customers want to take them.

Carmakers should get the gas to the public what they want and that I have it, Dr. Konrad Wessner, owner and general manager of PULS said: "If potential buyers see a particular type of engine has the capability for the future, they will in turn prefer manufacturers who are leaders in their field ."

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Volvo, Out To Conquer Indian Auto Market

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Volvo Car Corporation is out to expand its market. They also decided to introduce and bring their cars in India. They will have to start selling its vehicles coming the last quarter of this year.

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Volvo Car Corporation is out to expand its market. They also decided to introduce and bring their cars in India. They will have to start selling its vehicles coming the last quarter of this year.

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Volvo Car Corporation is out to expand its market. They also decided to introduce and bring their cars in India. They will have to start selling its vehicles coming the last quarter of this year.

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Volvo Car Corporation is out to expand its market. They also decided to introduce and bring their cars in India. They will have to start selling its vehicles coming the last quarter of this year.

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Frederik Arp, and continued: "All these models represent modern Scandinavian elegance and we are confident that it will be very successful in the Indian market too. Our goal is to build the already strong Volvo brand in India quality prestige cars from Volvo. "

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Slightly Increased Vehicle Sales In The U.S. For Volvo

Dok je Volvo nastup u veljači je malo bolje nego prošle godine u istom razdoblju, godinu-to-date lik pokazuju 5,8 posto u odnosu na klizanje u prva dva mjeseca 2006. Tijekom prva dva mjeseca prošle godine, Volvo je uspio prodati 17.298 jedinica u SAD-u i Puerto Rico. Ove godine, međutim, nakon dva mjeseca, Volvo je samo uspio prodati 16.287 vozila u istom području.

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Dok je Volvo nastup u veljači je malo bolje nego prošle godine u istom razdoblju, godinu-to-date lik pokazuju 5,8 posto u odnosu na klizanje u prva dva mjeseca 2006. Tijekom prva dva mjeseca prošle godine, Volvo je uspio prodati 17.298 jedinica u SAD-u i Puerto Rico. Ove godine, međutim, nakon dva mjeseca, Volvo je samo uspio prodati 16.287 vozila u istom području.

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Recently, along with other players on the U.S. car market, Volvo has released its sales figure for February this godine.Volvo North America are reported to have sold 0.6 percent more units in the United States auto market in February this year compared to last year in the same razdoblju.Podružnica Swedish automaker sold 8468 units in February this year across the United States.

Recently, along with other players on the U.S. car market, Volvo has released its sales figure for February this godine.Volvo North America are reported to have sold 0.6 percent more units in the United States auto market in February this year compared to last year in the same razdoblju.Podružnica Swedish automaker sold 8468 units in February this year across the United States.

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While the Volvo performance in February was slightly better than last year in the same period, year-to-date figure shows 5.8 percent compared to the slippage in the first two months of 2006. During the first two months of last year, Volvo has managed to sell 17,298 units in the U.S. and Puerto Rico. This year, however, after two months, Volvo has only managed to sell 16,287 vehicles in the same area.

While the Volvo performance in February was slightly better than last year in the same period, year-to-date figure shows 5.8 percent compared to the slippage in the first two months of 2006. During the first two months of last year, Volvo has managed to sell 17,298 units in the U.S. and Puerto Rico. This year, however, after two months, Volvo has only managed to sell 16,287 vehicles in the same area.

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IIHS Commends Volvo C70's Safety Features

Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) previously conducted its first crash tests of several convertibles. After meticulous crash tests, the institute awarded the Volvo C70 as one of its "Top Safety Picks .'

"For more than 80 years, Volvo has built cars with safety in mind," said Anne Belec, president and CEO of Volvo Cars of North America. "We are extremely pleased to have done very well institute a testing program. From the very beginning of our modern convertible program, our goal was to bring advanced technology and engineering skills into this flagship vehicle ."

Volvo C70 arrived in the U.S. last year. Since its inception, the car has etched a good name in terms of safety and comfort. In addition to traditional auto parts such as Volvo spoiler, pool Volvo engineers equipped the car with the number of security features. These features include inflatable curtains, Whiplash Protection System (WHIPS), pretensioned seat belts, roll over protection system (ROPS), as well as the use of multiple types of čelika.Napuhavanje curtain is designed for side impact protection. "As there is no roof members that the curtain can be attached is mounted on the door," said Skogsmo. "When activated is directed upwards ."

curtain gave an extra stiff construction with double rows strips that are slightly offset from each other. This was done to enable the feature to keep an upright position to offer superior head protection even when the car window was left open. Also, the curtain deflates slowly to provide protection should the car overturn. This feature is considered a unique solution in the automotive world.

WHIPS is also integrated into the car to avoid neck injuries. WHIPS to offer maximum protection especially in the case of strong impact from the rear backrests and headrests in the front seat to monitor the movement of the body.

C70 All four seats feature pyrotechnically pretensioned seat belts with a spool-out funkciju.Značajka will help curb the users at the same time control forward acceleration of the car passengers.

ROPS popup bars are also pushed upwards in order to protect occupants in a collision straga.Cilj a request to reduce the risk of passengers being hit by flying objects from the car behind.

car will share the S40 is a type of steel to control the impact energy in a collision. According to the Swedish automaker, Volvo C70 has a unique front energy absorbing structure that uses three additional grades of steel other than regular bodywork steel. Additional grades include high-strength steel, extra high strength steel and ultra high strength steel. When the combination of different structural elements, the car retains the excellent low and high strain rate. This is proven by the Institute's frontal crash test.

Volvo C70 Convertible first arrived in 1998 with an impressive array of safety systems. It was the first to use ultra-high strength steels (UHSS) to strengthen selected structural elements. UHSS later migrate into the XC90 SUV and the subsequent vehicles. "We have found this material would be very hard, fatigue resistant and added protection without adding significant weight of the vehicle," said Ingrid Skogsmo, Director of Safety, Volvo Car Corporation.

In addition, the C70 is designed to offer effective protection in a collision straga.Stražnje longitudinal auto parts deform in a controlled manner. They are connected with the body of the thresholds for the dispensing of collision forces forward into the car body.

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Volvo Babies Are Now Grown Ups

Volvo is currently moving towards a completely new look to philosophy to delete your slike.Evolucija boxy design resulted in the publication of the jaw-dropping revamped Volvo S40 sedan and Volvo V50 wagon, which were refined to give each model a more distinctive look.

"When cars were introduced almost four years ago, we emphasized that the properties of larger customers Volvo models but in a more compact form. Now we are taking this approach one step further by increasing the 'grown quality perception even more," said Volvo Cars President and CEO Fredrik Arp.

Volvo entertained no design solutions to S40 closer semblance to the new S-range look as first shown in the Volvo V70 S80.V50 and, on the other hand, are signals to look closer to the new V-range. "When it comes to the outside, we are aiming to increase the difference between the two models. The internal changes are aimed at the release of smart storage space," said Volvo Cars Design Director Steve Mattin.

Swedish car product lines are much better that year. This is because the automaker wanted to demonstrate a remarkable evolution of design that will set him apart from the circuit prior discount dijelova.Posve new Volvo S40 comes with a new color-coordinated soft nose, a new grille with a larger Volvo mark, new headlamps, and less air.

"the new, lower and more horizontal appearance radiates smooth power. This impression is reinforced when the car is viewed from the side. At the rear, to form the new taillights and new bumper that further boost the dynamic appearance," said Steve Harper, who is responsible for the design of the new Volvo S40 and Volvo V50.

all-new V50 features a sporty black egg-crate grille with a larger Volvo mark, new headlamps and the three sculpted lower air. These new features give the new color-coordinated soft-nose V50 front an increased aura of strength. "Here we've created visual vertical elements in order to further highlight the new grid," said Harper.

"criticism of the current models' limited space served as high-octane fuel, when it came time to sketch the new interior of the S40 and V50. We are not completely satisfied until we felt we had to use every single available cubic centimeter in an efficient way, "said Harper.

Under the hood, Volvo cars have sharper drive raspona.T5 engine produces 171kW output. Internationally there are five petrol engine versions - ranging from 74kW 1.6-liter up to 126kW 2.4i including the bio-ethanol Flexifuel variant

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New S40 and V50 have been given a long list of safety features to go with a new design philosophy. Features include optional Active Bi-Xenon headlights, directional lights, brake lights to the EBL (Emergency Brake Lights) function, and cutting-edge safety airbags.

"Volvo S40 and V50 not only account for one third of our total sales in 2007. They also play a key role in reinforcing the Volvo brand new models sharpen their competitiveness in every important area and I am confident that together with the new C30, they will attract even more new and younger buyers, "said Arp.

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Volvo Airbag Celebrates 20 Years

In 1987, the first Volvo car to be equipped with an airbag left the assembly line. However, Volvo continuously refined its airbag to deliver cutting-edge technology that the airbag cushion danas.Zračni aficionados enjoy enhanced protection in both frontal and side impacts.

Included in the Volvo world firsts are seat-mounted side air bags and inflatable curtain (IC). An airbag is a standard feature of several years, but in the early days of the technology and reliability of alarms argument. Currently, many of these concerns were justified.

"The first airbag deployment is not a problem, but to implement it in exactly the right time," said Lennart Johansson, the head part of the Volvo Interior Product Development department.

in 1950 when the first air cushion is used. However, technology is far from the mature. A 1955 patent describes a system similar to modern technology, but the most important difference is that the driver had to deploy the bag by pressing the button.

In 1984, U.S. law to accelerate the development of air jastuka.Bill stressed the danger of not using a seat belt. We also require automakers to equip their cars with protective safety devices that may not be activated by the user.

At the time, the airbag was quickly recognized as the best option. Back then, critics predicted that the airbag would not replace the three-point safety belt was introduced by Volvo in 1959. However, the Swedish carmaker successfully denied that the best result of the security will be achieved through cooperation between system safety belt and airbag technology.

"More airbags will not necessarily improve the overall level of security. It is important to consider the airbag as part of a systematic approach in which the structure of the car, seat belts and airbags interact to ensure optimal absorption of impact forces in a crash," intimated Johansson.

In 1991, the airbag has become a standard feature of the 850th Four years later, the automaker's technology to the next level by starting a side airbag that is integrated into the seat which is designed to be ready for the thorax in side impact. "We took a big step forward by making side airbags of our patented side impact protection system that is integrated into the body structure. This is the other car manufacturers several years to catch up," said Johansson.

At this point, the airbags are playing an important role in etching the name of Swedish carmaker that corresponds to the word security. Volvo Repair Manual reflects the essence and importance to bring forward a comfortable and safe driving.

"airbags improved significantly. Today's technology is much more suited to the collision sequence and how the passengers were moved to the crash forces. Twenty years down the road, air cushion technology is a vital part of our goal to izgradnjunajsigurnijih car in the world" said Johansson.

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Volvo XC90: 3 Years of Power and Strong Values

Three years ago, Volvo has been busy promoting his new crossover SUV lineup in the middle. Now that XC90 celebrates third birthday in the automotive world, the automaker is already reaping what was sown. Volvo XC90 is now showing clear signs of power, stability and success. In addition, merchants are complaining about the high demands and residual values.

Volvo XC90 is based on the P2 platform, the same platform as the S80 and other huge vehicles from cars. According to statistics from the car, the Volvo XC90 is the top-selling vehicles in the United States. Furthermore, nearly 25 percent of Volvo's U.S. share is attributable to said vehicle.

car got a V8 engine in 2005. He said the engine generates 311 horsepower and 325 ft-lbf torque momenta.Najnovija version of this vehicle debuted at New York Auto Show. He said the version is subtly reshaped. This gave a more sophisticated interior and a bit trims the front and rear. However, it is still powered by Quality Parts Volvo XC90.
According to Parker, the car-buying guide, the Volvo XC90's versatile seven-seat layout and car-like driving characteristics have ensured its popularity on the used car at tržištu.Više popular, five-cylinder D5 turbo diesel engine model is particularly in demand and usually command a premium over the faster, six-cylinder T6 petrol engine variant.

Parenthetically, the value of the vehicles has risen significantly. "The Volvo XC90 appeals to drivers who want the safety of vehicles with a higher driving position, all-wheel drive, and unparalleled security to the Volvo," says Simon Harris, Parker consumer editor. "It is proved that the premium badge appeal to compete with other prestigious brands in the sector. Long waiting lists, when the car was launched ensured a level of pent-up demand and we see great demand for the Volvo XC90, the first three years old examples arrive at market use ."

Parenthetically, the value of the vehicles has risen significantly. "The Volvo XC90 appeals to drivers who want the safety of vehicles with a higher driving position, all-wheel drive, and unparalleled security to the Volvo," says Simon Harris, Parker consumer editor. "It is proved that the premium badge appeal to compete with other prestigious brands in the sector. Long waiting lists, when the car was launched ensured a level of pent-up demand and we see great demand for the Volvo XC90, the first three years old examples arrive at market use ."

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Meet the Second Generation Volvo C70

Volvo calls this car a true convertible. After all, this car really proud of the prestige and fame brought on my convertible yet at the same time, this vehicle holds and provides maximum comfort and the type of security that only Volvo vehicles could provide. This vehicle is the Volvo C70, and today, it is already on its second generation vehicles.

The first generation Volvo C70 is available in two body styles, which consists of a convertible and coupe versions. This generation lived from 1997 to 2005. It was designed, crafted, and manufactured and equipped with low pressure and high pressure, 5-cylinder turbo engine that had more help from the manual and automatic transmissions.

first made ​​its way to public knowledge, it was introduced as a 1997 model in Europe as a 1998 model in the United States and the rest of North America. And after that introduction, the Volvo C70 went on sale and had a double effort to be fairly limited demand for coupes. Nevertheless, the Volvo C70 has been developed by a group of followers who are mostly Volvo enthusiasts and aficionados.

The second generation Volvo C70s will be making its way into the automotive scene this year, at the 13th April 2006. This time, the vehicle has a choice. Like its exterior color, one can choose from a wide range of colors that includes black stone, white pearl, Passion Red, Silver Metallic, Black Sapphire Metallic, Flint Gray Metallic, Blackcurrant Pearl, Magic Blue Pearl, Celestial Blue Pearl, Gold and Zanzibar The Pearl.

This vehicle has used a platform that is also used by Volvo S40.Druga generation Volvo C70 is designed by John Kinsey and built in the Pininfarina. It now has a three piece retractable metal hardtop instead of the soft top, which is a traditional one. However, no more mini version will be offered on the market.

Hans-Olov Olsson, CEO and president of Volvo Cars exclaims: "We have succeeded in creating an attractive convertible which is at the touch of a button, converts into an equally elegant coupe. The customer gets two cars in one. Is sufficient space for four adults. all of our new C70 is one of the first open top cars in premium segment with both steel roof and space for four adults. we believe that this is a very sought-after combination. this is because we expect to more than double compared with our sales of the first generation C70 ."

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Volvo Cars Posted Decreased U.S. April Sales

In April 2007, but in the books, Volvo Cars of North America reported its sales for the past month. Reflecting reduced sales of its parent Ford Motor Company, Volvo announced that it had suffered a sales drop of 16.5 percent in the U.S. and Puerto Rico.

year to date sales also decreased by 8 percent over the first four months of last year. Last month, Volvo sold 8139 vehicles, and that number is less than 9749 vehicles were sold last year for the same month. This brings the year, Volvo Cars sold in the U.S. and Puerto Rico combined to 35,092 vehicles. Last year, for the first four months, Volvo has already sold 38,200 vehicles.

of eight of the Volvo lineup in the region, the XC90 is still a best seller. In April, Volvo sold 2169 units of the XC90. Although it ranks in the top-selling Volvo, also suffered from reduced sales for the past month. Last year, for the same month, Volvo sold 2582 units of the XC90. It shows a 16 percent decrease in sales of award-winning models. Year to date sales for the medium-luxury crossover SUV Scandinavian origin reaches 10,288 units - a decrease of 7.7 percent compared to 11,150 units of Volvo XC90 selling for the first four months of 2006,

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With the XC90 in terms of sales in April to S40, with sales of 1738 units last month. While the best-selling Volvo, the S40 also showed reduced sales in the U.S. and Puerto Rico. Last year during the month of April, Volvo S40 sold 2109 units reflects a 17.6 percent sales decline this year in April. Year to date sales also decreased by 10.4 percent. For the first four months of this year, Volvo has sold 7431 units of S40. All year, however, sales of the S40 has already reached 8290 units on the first four months of this year.

Another model which has seen demand decline in last month's S60.Model has released the third largest decline in sales compared to last month. Sell ​​Volvo S60 has reached up to 1504 units, but this figure is still 20.5 percent less than the 1892 Volvo S60 units sold in April 2006. Year to date sales for the S60 also showed dismal 28 percent decrease compared to last year, the first four months. This year, there have been 5882 new S60s sold, but it is still far from the 8170 S60s sold for the first fur months of last year.

Of all the models in the Volvo lineup, V70 posted the largest decrease in sales to 46.1 percent. Last year in April sales for V70 reached only 464 units, and this year only to 250 units. Year to date sales are also influenced by a 37.6 percent slide.

of eight of the Volvo lineup in the United States, only two posted increased sales for last month - the C70 and S80. Last month, sales of the C70 has reached 477 units - 9.7 percent compared to April 2006 at 435 units. Year to date sales for Volvo C70 also showed good promise of a better future for Ford owned Swedish brand. Last year, during the first four months, Volvo sold only 520 units of C70, while this year, year to date sales have already reached 1488 units, an increase of 186.2 percent.

Another model that showed increased sales of the S80. Since last year, 922 units sold for the month of April, Volvo is reported to have sold 990 units last month, said the model by showing an increase of 7.4 percent. Year to date sales also increased by 55.2 percent. For the first four months of 2006, Volvo sold only 2637 units of S80, while this year they have already delivered 4093 units for the first four months.

the entire Volvo lineup in the U.S. consists of the following: S40, V50, S60, V70, C70, S80, XC70 and XC90. All of these are known for their long list of safety features and reliable components such as fuel pumps and other quality Volvo parts.

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Buried SUV From Volvo? Try Out The Worldwide 'Pirate' Treasure Hunt

We all know that Disney will soon resume starts the movie "Pirates of the Caribbean". With the new movie, 'Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest, "Volvo Cars will support Disney on this endeavor. Volvo will have a global and multi-media treasure hunt for a new Volvo XC90 V8. You see, somewhere in the world, this is a cool car was buried. And it's up to you to find where it is to own their own.

So how do you part of this modern-day treasure hunt? You can start by visiting your local Volvo dealer. It does not matter where you live in the United States. From the Volvo dealer, you can get a free treasure map. You can start asking for such a map starting with 12 June this search godine.Cijeli sent on the 11th July

Now, once you have tickets, you can go online and visit [http://www.volvocars.us/thehunt]. You would be asked to register for the entire competition. Indeed, this is the world's first hunt for a buried vehicle. To find a vehicle, you would have to go through the challenges. There would also be attractive and fun adventure that should be done through the Internet. There will also be a series of online clues and puzzles that will have to use your brain to solve. Finally, you might win a prize for yourself.

Volvo XC90, which is buried is one of a kind. You see, this is a pirate-theme. So, it's really something to look forward. There is a wide selection of Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest elements in njemu.Popis even includes menacing graphics straight right from the film. The seats are given black leather material. And even the wheels that measure 20 inches are custom painted. These are just some of what the Volvo XC90's in store for the lucky winner.

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Keep Your Wheels on the Ground With a New Rear Wing

I enjoy changing vehicles. I like the way the owners take the designer's vision and it made her. It shows that people have their own style and does not need to follow the rest of the audience. One of the ways that actual examples of car you have to add a rear wing.

rear wing is easy to change the part for your car that usually attaches to your tailgate. I say usually because some cars are hatchbacks and those wings attach to the hole at the top or middle. Some cars even have two wings now, one on the roof and one on the trunk. There are actually many options if you decide to go this route.

easiest way to describe the wing is said to be like putting upside down aircraft wing to your car. It provides the downforce instead of lift, which keeps your car to keep on the road as you gain speed. Most of the wings that you can get your car has little overall effect on the aerodynamics, and have more to do with the style of the car. But there are some rear wing out there that offer a significant amount of downforce to your car. These are usually adjustable wings with little knobs or screws on the side of the wing, and are much more expensive than non-adjustable wings. However, if you frequently monitor, it can only be a course you can take. This is because the large, adjustable rear wing will help you tremendously when you get on the fast sweepers that will help high-speed stability. That's why Formula One cars are all swoopy and full of wings. They need to put on the road at incredibly high speeds.

Of course, there is always the other way too. Another way is to simply put the wings on for style purposes. Style wise, there is nothing wrong with having a wing. He adds that the eye candy in the car and that will turn heads, if that is what you want. If you decide to go this route, there are countless wings available to both OEM and aftermarket.

OEM wings are usually more expensive (especially if you have parts that can only get the specific model or models that are not made anymore). But these were added niceness factor fitting your car perfectly. There will be a lot of noise and confusion with the new OEM wing for your car. It will fit your car, because he made ​​a specifically for your automobil.Problem the OEM wing is that somewhere, someone always has the same wing. If it does not matter to you, then go ahead and do it. If, however, need some differentiation of the neighbors, and then equipment wing for you.

aftermarket wing has the benefit of being slightly cheaper than a factor of wing, and will also make your car more unique. You May be the only one on the block, or the entire city, it's wings. And it's always something that will make you smile. No one in the 20 miles down the same car as you, or maybe no one else where , has the same car. It's something to write home about. And that's the great thing about going aftermarket,. You can make your car look exactly how you want, which is exactly what will be different from the other type is the

wing a lot of fun. It adds style, uniqueness, and possibly the stability at higher speeds. StreetBeatCustoms.com love for all my needs wing. They have a large selection of rear wings which are custom and universal. I do not have to worry about any material, since so many to choose from, including the all important carbon fiber to each tuner likes. Check 'em out. They have great prices and great customer support staff. With the new wing, you will go further than you ever thought.

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