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The 2016 XC90 Brings a Powerful Engine

 The all-new Volvo XC90 will be giving new meaning to 'revving the engine.' Volvo has announced that their all-new 2016 XC90 will boast the world's cleanest and most powerful SUV. Volvo is adding that the engine will include a twin-engine version, which carries the T8 badge on the tailgate. Our Chicago Volvo dealer, Patrick Volvo can't wait for the arrival of this new XC90, expected in our showroom sometime in the next few…
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All Volvo Owners will be given the Plug-In Option

Our Chicago Volvo dealer is excited about the recent announcement made by Volvo. Volvo is moving forward with alternative power sources for all model builds available sometime in the near future. This is a complete game changer for most car buyers, as this gives everyone the opportunity to purchase the Volvo of their dreams - in hybrid version. 
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Celebrating 60 Years since the Volvo Sport P1900

Our Chicago Volvo dealer is excited to be celebrating 60 years since the production of the rare Volvo Sport P1900. Although there were only 68 manufactured by Volvo, this rare vehicle is still considered a vintage piece of history for Volvo. 
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The Volvo Sport Roadster made its debut on June 2, 1954, and unlike the svelte Volvos we're used to seeing today, the Sport was short and fat, measuring 8 inches shorter…
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2015 Volvo XC90 Uses Innovative Audio Technology for a Revolutionary Sound Experience

The Volvo brand has slowly but steadily been releasing a series of teasers to give fans in the Chicago, IL a look at the upcoming redesigned 2015 XC90. Last month we took a look into the crossover's interior, but there was one special feature within that really grabbed our attention.

The sound system of the 2015 XC90 is the result of a collaboration between Volvo and the British audio developer, Bowers & Wilkins. Together, the…

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Take a Tour of the 2015 XC90's Interior with Patrick Volvo

Last week here on Patrick Volvo's blog, we celebrated 50 years of manufacturing at the automaker's Torslanda facility in Sweden. It is here that the upcoming next-generation of the XC90 will be manufactured and join the rest of the new Volvo lineup in our Schaumburg, IL showroom early next year.

However, our focus is now turned to the debut of this redesigned mid-size crossover slated for August. Until then, the Swedish automaker has…

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Glorious Past, Beautiful Future with Volvo

For those of us that grew up in the backseats of Volvo models, we can attest that the view was one that couldn't be beat; exceptionally so if you were lucky enough to be in the backwards-facing rear seats. However, as time goes on, designs change and safety improves. We don't have the backwards seats anymore but we still have amazing Swedish vehicles. With the coming of the new 2015 Volvo V60, it…

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2016 Volvo XC90

While it may not be 2016 yet, it seems as if Volvo is ahead of their production schedule, and already testing out their newest model; the 2016 Volvo XC90. The XC90 is celebrating its twelve year anniversary from the first release as an Volvo SUV at the Detroit Auto Show.
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Volvo makes Errands even more Convenient

Years ago Volvo constantly maintained one major message to their consumers: safety was key. Now, although that message hasn't changed - Volvo is extending the message a bit further adding technology, and looking for ways to eliminate the time you spend running errands. Volvo is introducing a new pilot program named, "Roam Delivery Service." 
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