New Volvo S60, Cars That Can See

Volvo S60 with high-tech engine technology. Pedestrian Detection with the award-winning Full Auto Brake Technology used by the All-New Volvo S60 was rewarded as the Safety Car category winner at the annual awards from the media BusinessCar techies.

The technology was first used in the world can detect pedestrians in front of the car. If the driver was too late to respond, automatically braking the car in total so that pedestrians can avoid accidents.

"Volvo's commitment as a pioneer in the development of safety technologies unsurpassed in the automotive industry. And that's why the key to winning the Volvo Car Business techies for two consecutive years, "said Paul Barker, Editor-BusinessCar. Pedestrian Detection System for Volvo cars brought into areas not accessible for any manufacturer. "Volvo's City Safety is also a feature."

This system consists of a radar unit mounted in the grille the car, a camera in front of the interior rearview mirror, and a control unit. Radar task is to detect objects in front of the car and to determine the distance, while the camera is functioning to detect the type of object in front. This system can detect pedestrians, putting more than 80 cm, including small children.

In an emergency, the driver got a warning through the sound and lights in the head-up windshield display, but the brakes have not worked. If the driver does not respond to these warnings and the car accident was imminent, then the full braking automatically commanded directly by the 'brains' car.

This technology only works when the car is running under 34 km / hr. With Pedestrian Detection is expected to reduce the risk of a fatal accident by 20%, and up to 85% in certain cases.

Volvo C30 electrical specifications

Volvo is ready kicked off with an environmentally friendly product. This week, the Swedish manufacturer that states are ready to release 10 units of electric vehicles on the C30 to the market this spring. Volvo C30 will provide battery-powered electricity at the Detroit Auto Show in January, with plans to build a fleet of 50 vehicles for testing real-world test in 2011.

The model shown in Detroit would be more along the prototype development process than previously presented in September at the Frankfurt Auto Show.

"The first prototype to help us identify the main technological challenges, such as battery packs and safety issues. We have discussed this challenge without sacrificing C30 cool and pleasant personality-to-drive. I am very pleased with the results. The C30 power in Detroit is a product that much more complete, "said Lennart Stegland, Director Volvo Cars Special Vehicles.

Certainty that after the manufacturer signed an agreement with the company Göteborg Energi. All the demo units of each product and will be equipped with measuring instruments to determine the effectiveness of energy used.

Volvo C30 Electric cars offer security as is typical of other manufacturers. The main difference of this vehicle as compared with other Volvo models only on pure electricity consumption.

"10 units shipped will begin this spring Volvo C30 Electric one of our focus on products as a drive that also mengampanyekan new way of life.," Says Volvo's party in a written statement, as reported by autoevolution (06/09/2010) .

This car is claimed to have traveled 150 kilometers distance in a state of the battery is fully charged. The energy source is supplied from lithium-ion batteries can be recharged simply by striking the wall socket. It took eight hours to charge from empty to full position.

For acceleration, the car can drive 000-100 miles per hour in less than 11 seconds and can reach a maximum speed of 130 km / hr.

Exterior:

• R-Design badge in the grille
• Grille and door mirror housings in special silk metal finish
• Body kit with front and rear spoilers, lower door trim moulding and side-skirts colour-matchedto the rest of the body
• New 17-inch five-spoke Cratus aluminium wheels (18-inch optional)
• Tailgate spoiler
• Visible chrome-plated sports tailpipes (90 mm)

Interior:

• Upholstery in two colour combinations: cream-coloured leather with sides in dark grey Flex-Tec, or off-black leather with edges in off-black (new)
• Embossed R-Design emblem in the front seats
• R-Design centre stack and panel inserts
• Gear lever knob trimmed in leather and aluminium
• Sports pedals in aluminium, with rubber ribs
• Sports steering wheel trimmed in leather, with R-Design emblem
• Blue speedometer and rev counter gauges
• Textile floor mats with contrasting piping

Fitur New Volvo V50 2010

2010 Volvo V50 with the fuel economy ratings are impressive, packages available, standard features and passenger safety is adequate and the volume kargo.Volvo V50 five-passenger compact sport wagon shares many features in common with the S40 sedan brother plus increased utility and fuel efficiency .$ 28,700 ke $ 33,050 MSRP *:

The 2010 Volvo V50 faces competition from the Audi A4 Avant, Subaru Impreza Outback Sport and the Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen and is available in 2.4i and T5-wheel-drive all of the R-Design trim levels. Basis for the 2.4i engine is a 168-horsepower, 2.4-liter inline-5 coupled to a five-speed automatic transmission and the EPA fuel economy ratings are 20 mpg in the city cold and 31 mpg on the highway.

High performance T5 R-Design is powered by 227 horsepower, 2.5-liter turbocharged inline-5 is paired with the new-for-2010 standard six-speed manual transmission or available five-speed automatic. EPA fuel economy rating of 20 mpg out on the city and 27 mpg on the highway. With a sleek exterior, T5 R-Design to distinguish themselves from the 2.4i with a unique grille, sport body kit and spoiler, front and rear. Multimedia package available only on the T5 R-Design features 12 Dynaudio speaker surround-sound system A with satellite radio.

Sitting on the glossy-17-inch aluminum wheels, standard features include integrated turn-signal mirrors, fog lamps and aluminum roof rails on the T5 R-Design. Inside, the T5 R-Design also sports leather seats. Dual-zone automatic climate control, eight-speaker sound system with CD player in the dashboard, and leather wrapped steering wheel and gearshift buttons is a standard feature in the model lineup. A new option package includes power glass keyless drive and a moon roof, and Climate Package offers the hot seat and headlamp washers. A navigation system is also available as an option. Passenger volume is 93 cubic feet and cargo volume is 63 cubic feet with the 60/40-split rear seats folded flat.

Synonymous with safety, technology standard in the 2010 Volvo V50 including anti-lock braking system with brake assist, side-impact and side curtain airbags, electronic stability system with traction control and security systems. A blind spot warning system and rain-sensing windshield wipers are optional.