McLaughlin Volvo

There's not much we would change about the Volvo S60, if anything at all. The entry-level variant comes with a 250-hp turbocharged engine, a 30-mpg EPA rating, a 0-60 sprint time of just under seven seconds, and a five-star safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Oh, it's fun to drive alright - safe, reliable, and packed to the brim with features. And we don't really need to tell you...

You probably already know that the Volvo XC60 is a beautifully designed crossover, with all of the Swedish touches and tweaks that really help Volvo shine about other European luxury carmakers. Critics applaud it for, among many other things, it's impressive cargo space, versatility and handling and powerful engine. But soon enough, they'll have yet another thing to applaud: it'll be electric.

Seriously. At the 2012 North American International Auto Show, Volvo...

McLaughlin Volvo is pretty sure you've heard about clean-diesel engines. And we know you've heard about hybrid powertrains, and even plug-in hybrids. Well, how about a diesel plug-in hybrid? No? Well, thanks to Volvo, now you have. Introducing the Volvo V60 Plug-In Hybrid: the world's first ever diesel-powered, hybrid power plant that can run on electric power alone.

And just like every other car in the lineup, this is nothing short of...

For years, Volvo has upheld the reputation of building some of the safest vehicles on the road. And this year is no exception, with five new Volvo models named IIHS "Top Safety Picks" for 2012. That's over half of the lineup, and it means that the Volvo S80, Volvo S60, Volvo C30, Volvo XC60 and Volvo XC90 all earned top ratings of "Good" in the front offset, side impact, roof strength and rear-crash safety...

In a recent announcement, Volvo revealed that production of the popular C70 Convertible would come to an end in 2013. McLaughlin Volvo is sad to see it go, but that doesn't mean we're not excited to see how the Swedish automaker plans to say goodbye. You can bet that the C70 isn't going to end its 16-year run quietly.

The C70 Inscription, unveiled at the LA Auto Shows, boasts a plethora of...

For years, Volvo has impressed drivers with unprecedented quality, performance and luxury. Of course, that doesn't mean they're not constantly working to improve their lineup. The latest innovations from Volvo will take shape in refreshed designs, increased fuel economy and even better engine performance. The overall goal? To move further into the luxury segment.

How, exactly? Well, to start, a completely original mid-sized car will hit McLaughlin Volvo by late 2013 or early...

When the Volvo Car Corporation takes soles ownership of Pininfarina Sveige AB in Sweden, their joint venture manufacturing facility in Uddevalla will meet its end. The Swedish plant currently manufactures the Volvo C70 hardtop convertible, but according to officials at the company, employees and manufacturing will be better suited at plants with a higher production volume.

Stefan Jacoby, President and CEO at Volvo, says "The low volumes in the Uddevalla plant do not justify continued...

It's definitely becoming increasingly difficult to measure the amount of success a company is having in their efforts to reduce carbon emissions. There are so many ways to lighten one's carbon footprint, from using different materials to reducing waste to planting trees to offset carbon production - and so many automakers are taking major steps to help preserve our environment for future generations. But, there is one reliable way to know the impact companies are making: simply calculate the amount they've reduced the carbon emissions of their vehicles.

The European Federation for Transport and Environment (T&E) is using this exact method to determine who the leaders in the auto industry are. And, McLaughlin Volvo is pleased to share...

By the end of next year, drivers in the Moline, IL area will be able to come into McLaughlin Volvo to check out the latest in electric vehicle technology. Volvo has recently announced that in the next few months, testing will begin on an entirely electric Volvo C30.

But, that's only the beginning. Volvo has partnered with Europe's largest engineering company, Siemens AG, to develop an entire line of electric vehicles.

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Having been long established as a market leader in vehicle safety, Volvo seems to be ready to add to their core values. The Scandinavian automaker has officially announced their goals to crawl up the luxury-market ladder by the year 2020.

Beginning with a global brand tagline transformation, the "Designed Around You" idea clearly supports Volvo's commitment to providing a custom experience to those seeking a luxury vehicle. As Richard Monturo, Global Marketing Chief, Volvo?