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Consumer Reports Lists Least/Most Expensive Car Brands to Maintain

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With the average vehicle now older than ever before and fewer people capable of spending the kind of money required to purchase a brand-new automobile, maintenance has become even more relevant. A dud from a company offering below-average maintenance costs may very well outpace the typical vehicle from a brand that’s known for pricey upkeep.

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Volvo Trucks to Begin Field Tests of Methane-Diesel Engines

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In February, Volvo Trucks will be starting field tests of methane-diesel engines in commercial operation together with a number of Swedish customers. The trucks involved are two Volvo 7-liter models, the Volvo FL and Volvo FE. The solution is based on Volvo’s proven Euro-5 diesel engines.

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This Volvo and Harris Poll Study investigates the state of EVs in America

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Volvo Car USA has teamed up with The Harris Poll to deepen insights into the American opinion across four core themes: design, safety, technology and environment. These insights are distilled into “Volvo Reports” and will feature a different topic each month. Methodology. Would increase likelihood to purchase EV. Base: Non-EV drivers.

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Smith Electric Vehicles and Proton Power Sign MoU for Developing Commercial Electric Vehicle With Fuel Cell Range Extender; First Prototype at Hannover Fair 2010

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Prior to its acquisition by the company, Proton Motor had historically secured external funding from Volvo Technology Transfer AB and other German institutional and private investors. Tags: Electric (Battery) Fuel Cells Hybrids Plug-ins. Proton Power and Smith will present the first prototype at the Hannover Fair in April 2010.

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GE Aviation Unveils GEnx Engine at Paris Air Show; Up to 15% More Fuel Efficient

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The new engine is designed to stay on wing 30% longer, while using 30% fewer parts, greatly reducing maintenance. of Italy, Volvo Aero of Sweden, MTU of Germany, TechSpace Aero of Belgium, Snecma (SAFRAN Group) of France and Samsung Techwin of Korea are revenue-sharing participants in the GEnx program. IHI of Japan, Avio SpA.

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Road Test: 2021 Cadillac XT5 Premium Luxury FWD

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Competing in the premium midsize SUV category, the 2021 Cadillac XT5 is right in the middle of stiff competition, including models from Acura, Audi, BMW, Genesis, Infiniti, Land Rover, Lexus, Lincoln, Maserati, Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, Tesla and Volvo. Scheduled Service/Maintenance – One year/First visit. Story by John Faulkner.

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Volvo Trucks North America optimizes its regional haul models for greater fuel efficiency and payload

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Volvo Trucks in North America is boosting fuel efficiency and payload capacity for regional haul carriers with the introduction of its Optimized Series, now available for order. As part of the Optimized Series, Volvo Trucks is also offering a mid-roof design for its VNM 430 and VNL 430 sleepers to provide additional headroom.