Fans of the Volvo XC90 have no doubt heard that a new generation is on the way. For the 2015 model year, our preferred automaker is going to give the crown jewel of its SUV lineup a stylish facelift as well as a technological overhaul. While these looks have only been teased so far, we can glean some details about what the car might look like through the concept vehicles Volvo is putting out.
Whether you're the type to be wowed by amazing athletic ability, advanced automotive technology, or if you're just an old school Enya fan, you should enjoy this clip thoroughly. Prepare to be amazed, Columbus, OH.
We usually stick to talking about new and used cars on the Byers Volvo blog, but when we saw Jean Claude Van Damme hitting a full split between two of our favorite brand's trucks, we had to...
Technology moves fast, and the automotive industry is no exception to that rule. Something that can be brand new and mold-breaking one day will be on the out a year later in place of something better by leaps and bounds. So, speaking of which, Volvo has determined that moving on from pedestrian airbags may be the thing to do for the future of safety features.
Several models were created with an external airbag to help…
Have you heard the funny story about how automaker Volvo got started in the business? It's a bit fishy. OK, maybe that was a silly pun, but really, the company did start over a plate of crayfish. This is how the story goes:
The two men at the now infamous fish dinner were Assar Garielsson and Gustaf Larson. Garielsson was a sales guy for a Swedish ball-bearing company and an economics major; he later…
Do you know a lot about the technology behind Driver Monitoring Systems? Don’t be ashamed, not many do. But, it is a newer technology that more and more vehicles are coming equipped with. This is precisely why Byers Volvo thought it would be a great idea to tell you a little about the innovative technology. And, we are even more thrilled to announce that we have heard reports that this revolutionary technology will be…
Paul Newman is known for many things. He was the creator of a fantastic line of salad dressings and acted in iconic films such as Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid and The Sting, but not many Byers Volvo customers may know that the Academy Award winner actually had a passion for motor vehicles and even won several championships as a driver in Sports Car Club of America road racing. His place in the automotive…
Byers Volvo absolutely loves auto shows, because it gives us and fellow auto enthusiasts the opportunity to view a diverse collection of revolutionary concepts from all over the world. And, there is one thing that nearly every single auto buff agrees with. It’s that auto shows are sometimes a bit bittersweet.
And, it is not because all good things must come to an end, it’s because it gives enthusiasts the opportunity to see…
Our collection of new Volvo vehicles provide drivers with many comforts, confidence, and the security that they are safe behind the wheel thanks to a suite of features aimed at protecting and preventing us from any sort of accident. That's been true for years, and in order to ensure it, Volvo must be as transparent as possible.
That's why they've issued a recall notice for selection 2014 models equipped with keyless entry…
Every year this is quite a large amount of buildup regarding the early September Frankfurt Auto Show. And, being the car enthusiasts we are at Byers Volvo, we are filled to the brim with anticipation. Specifically, we were very eager to see that unveiling of the Volvo Concept Coupe and the reactions from fellow Volvo enthusiasts.
Since Volvo announced they would be unveiling the Concept Coupe at the auto show we knew enthusiasts would be…
While there are hundreds and hundreds of thousands of Volvo enthusiasts and owners throughout the world, including many in the greater Columbus, Ohio area, the poster child for the car-person bond is Irv Gordon. Gordon purchases his P1800 back in 1966, and has put more than 3,000,000 miles on the iconic Volvo. The P1800 continues to run smoothly, and if you were lucky enough to feat your eyes on the model you would…
