Volvo Car Group is now starting pilot production of its new family of high-efficiency ‘VEA’ four-cylinder petrol and diesel engines. This will make Volvo no longer reliant on Ford and PSA for its four cylinder engines.
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Volvo completes testing of F1-inspired KERS system, fuel savings up to 25 per cent
Volvo has completed extensive testing of kinetic flywheel KERS technology on public roads, which was fitted to the rear axle of an S60 with a four-cylinder turbo, giving the driver an extra 80 horsepower, while reducing fuel consumption by up to 25 percent compared with a six-cylinder turbo engine at a comparable performance level.
Volvo, Geely will establish joint RandD center in Sweden
Volvo Cars and its Chinese parent Geely will set up a joint research and development center in Sweden to produce technology for new cars. Volvo said the center would be operational towards the end of the year.
Volvo purges more Ford influences
Volvo is distancing itself further from its Ford Motor Co. legacy as it prepares to launch a new range of in-house engines and a modular platform.
Volvo S60 Polestar Concept Heading to LA Auto Show
Volvo will bring the hot S60 Polestar Concept to Los Angeles Auto Show, following its introduction back in June at the Gothenburg City Race.
