
Since 2009 a number of companies, Ricardo UK Ltd, Applus+ Idiada, Tecnalia Research & Innovation, Institut für Kraftfahrzeuge Aachen (IKA), SP Technical Research Institute, Volvo Technology and Volvo Car Corporation, have been working together on a project called SARTRE (Safe Road Trains for the Environment). Simply explained it’s a road train consisting of a lead […]
The all-new Volvo V40 – a Premium 5 door Hatchback. · Class-leading driving dynamics. · A range of ground breaking safety features including a world-first pedestrian airbag. · Launched with a range of diesel and petrol engines, including a 94g/km 1.6 litre diesel unit. · First deliveries in Ireland – August 2012. Volvo Car Corporation […]
Volkswagen have given thenextgear a sneaky peek at what’s coming in 2012. Yes folks, things are looking UP with the launch of three new models and mid-life refits for others. As well as the supermini, A segment UP, a new generation Beetle will roll off assembly lines – with a price tag of under €20,000. […]
From release: Following on from the reveal of the Concept Universe earlier in the year, the Frankfurt Motorshow marks the debut of an evolution to the Concept Universe – Concept You – and gives another insight into Volvo Cars future. Both concept cars are being used as design studies to obtain input from the global […]