A logo can communicate a lot about a brand. It’s easily recognizable and establishes an identity. But what if a company’s logo offends a segment of the population? Will some consumers stop purchasing the product? And what if the company’s intended meaning differs from interpretation? This is the case with Volvo‘s logo. The meaning of …
When it comes to luxury brands, Volvo stands out for its distinctive vehicle design. Though the automaker’s cars aren’t the fastest on the planet, they’re well-known for their safety and luxuriousness. But did you know “Volvo” is actually a Latin word with an adorably accurate meaning? Where Volvo got its name and what it means …
SUVs have taken over the automotive market. Sure, pickup trucks tend to be in the top spot for America’s favorite vehicle, but the SUV has all but taken over. But while other segments are taking this domination lying down, the station wagons are making a hard push back toward glory. Leading the charge is the …
This dark blue Volvo V70 wagon has to be the most expensive Volvo on the planet. There is nothing unusual about it to warrant the $20 million asking price, but that is the price. Take it or leave it. So, why is this 1990s Volvo V70 selling for that much money? Is someone out there …
You might assume that when you hear about class action lawsuits against automakers, the process to see it through to a verdict can take years. In the case of Volvo, one annoying problem keeps resurfacing in the courts going on 10 years now. And it’s a case the automaker is still fighting, despite the decade’s long …
While SUVs remain popular in today’s auto market, there are still many who prefer the sleek style of a smaller vehicle with better gas mileage. There are still some really great sedans on the market despite the fact that some automakers no longer produce them. A popular one is the 2021 Volvo S90. Another with …
Vanity plates are a common rarity. What I mean is, it is something that we are all plenty aware of and see from time to time, but they really aren’t that common. Even more so, all of the best puns and references seem to have been taken, and all that is left is clever ways …
Volvo just announced it plans on becoming an all-electric vehicle brand by 2030. It has also announced one of the key vehicles for how it plans to get there. This is the all-electric 2022 C40 Recharge. It is only the second EV Volvo produces and kicked off its Volvo Moment: Recharge video to get us …
EVs will not be stopped. We have been on the precipice of a major paradigm shift in the auto industry for a while now, but the EV wave is mounting, and it doesn’t seem to be breaking. As some manufactures like Toyota are still making massive V8 4x4s like the Tundra, others are beginning to …
In 2017, Polestar proved it was more than a producer of prototype cars. The Polestar 1 is an exceptional performance hybrid, drawing inspiration from vehicles like the Volvo X90. Unfortunately, Polestar made it clear from the beginning that its flagship would have a limited production run. Final purchase slots for the Polestar 1 have officially …
Usually, the Super Bowl is when automakers try to use ads to sell you on their cars. But football games can also be a chance for people to win cars, too. And for Super Bowl LV, Volvo is pulling a little from both categories. The Swedish automaker is planning to give away a significant number …
Thanks to SUVs’ wild popularity, they come in a wide range of sizes and with various powertrains and capabilities. To help consumers, MotorTrend weighed the options and recommends the best new SUVs to buy. And the 2021 Volvo XC40 is a top luxury subcompact crossover. Here’s a look at this and other highly rated options. …
Audi and BMW SUVs all rest in the top four. According to U.S. News and World Report, the Volvo XC60 and the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class are tied for fifth place on the list of best two-row luxury SUVs. So while they may be good options, they still can’t top BMW and Audi. For both 2020 …
When it comes to luxury cars that are worth their price, Lexus vehicles often top the list. That’s because the automaker, like its parent company, Toyota, makes reliable and safe cars. But surprisingly, the 2021 Volvo XC90 recently beat the 2021 Lexus RX in a contest for the luxury SUV offering the best value. The …
Many automakers are just beginning to roll out their 2021 models. Unfortunately for Volvo, it’s about to recall several of its latest models. Despite its reputation for making safe cars, Volvo will soon recall brand-new models due to a potentially deadly SRS airbag problem. Here’s a look at the Volvo models involved in the recall …