Tag: volvo
A Seat Belt History Timeline
July 25, 2024. Andrew Sheldon
Looking back, seat belts weren’t always widely accepted. Now, they save thousands of lives each year.
5 Great Cars for Winter Driving
December 28, 2023. Andrew Sheldon
These cars are well-equipped to take on winter weather safely and in style.
The Stories Behind Popular Car Logos and Names
May 19, 2023. Andrew Sheldon
Most car logos and names are synonymous with their brand. But how did each marque create theirs?
The Discontinued Cars of 2023
January 27, 2023. Andrew Sheldon
Some notable cars from the likes of Volkswagen, Toyota and Honda will be discontinued in 2023. Is your vehicle one of them?
The Biggest Electric Vehicle News of 2021
December 19, 2021. Andrew Sheldon
A lot can happen in a year, and 2021 appears to have set electric vehicles up for a bright future.
How Car Companies Got Their Names
November 16, 2021. Andrew Sheldon
Was Jeep named after a character in Popeye? What does the “Alfa” in Alfa Romeo stand for? Learn the origins of famous brands.
Volvo Offering $2 Million Worth of Free Cars During the Big Game
February 02, 2021. Andrew Sheldon
If either team scores a safety, the Swedish automaker will give free cars to lucky contestants.
Upscale, Downsize – Lexus UX 200/Volvo XC40
October 30, 2019. Alan Rider
These two new models prove that upscale and downsize are not mutually exclusive concepts.
High-Tech, To Go – Acura RDX/Volvo XC60 Hybrid
October 30, 2019. Alan Rider
Explore cutting edge technology with these two newly updated crossovers.
Silky Smooth – Mercedes-Benz E-Class E400/Volvo S60
April 11, 2019. John Paul
These two luxury sedans deliver turbocharged performance coupled with dashing good looks.
Pavement, Shmavement – Jeep Compass/Volvo V90 Cross Country
September 27, 2018. Alan Rider
Like the Mach 5 in its day, crossovers have developed a legion of dedicated fans. But I predict the Jeep Compass will be sought-after for more than just its body style. Take the midrange Trailhawk model I drove. Simply put, it is the only affordable compact SUV I can think of that will take you…
Inside Car Connection Trends of the Future
September 17, 2018. Ashley Richardson
We explore the latest technology and advances in car connection.
Auto News: Supercars, Robo-Taxis and Electricity
January 15, 2018. Roberto Cruz
Tesla Motors CEO Elon Musk said the second-generation Tesla Roadster supercar was designed to give a “hardcore smack-down” to traditional gasoline-powered vehicles. Musk said the $200,000-plus Roadster is the fastest production car ever made. The electric automaker claims it can accelerate from zero to 60 mph in 1.9 seconds, leaving the Dodge Challenger SRT Demon’s…
What’s Trending: Exciting New Technology for Travel, Cars and More
December 29, 2017. AAA Staff
Technology gets cooler and more advanced each and every day. Get the scoop on the latest high-tech accessories for travel, cars and your home.
Unreliable Cars, Artificial Intelligence and a New CUV
December 18, 2017. Roberto Cruz
The Tesla Model X and Cadillac Escalade have tied as the most unreliable cars on the market, according to a new study by Consumer Reports. The 2017 reliability report found that Model X owners experienced a large number of issues with body paint, hardware and climate control systems. Escalade owners noted issues with power equipment,…
Predicting 2018’s Most Important Car Technology
December 18, 2017. Roberto Cruz
Will 2018 bring a robot uprising led by artificially intelligent driverless cars bent on world domination? Probably not. But technology is changing cars faster than ever before. Look into a crystal ball with us as we explore technologies that could have the biggest impact on cars and trucks in 2018. Smartphone Integration Mobile apps like…
What’s in a (Car) Name?
July 01, 2017. Nick Tavares
Automobile brand names have some funky histories, and many borrow from other languages. Check out the roots of these company titles and drop some linguistic trivia on your next road trip. Volvo This luxury brand opted for a Latin name, one that perfectly describes a car’s purpose. Rooted in the verb volvere, Volvo translates to…