Volvo Uses LifePaint to Prevent Collisions



In the greater Chicagoland area, there are a fair share of cyclists we use the road with. Everyone wants to be safe, and Volvo has been committed to safety for not just its drivers, but bikers, too.

In the video above, you'll see LifePaint. It's a temporary paint that you can spray on clothes, bikes, helmets and much more. During the day, you won't be able to see it, but at night…

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Clever, but not complicated: the technology behind the all-new Volvo XC90


Luxury is many different things, and intuitive is one of them. Luxury is there for you before you realize you depend on it. It's clever, but not complicated. This serves as the perfect introduction to what you'll find in the driver's seat of the all-new Volvo XC90 at Patrick Volvo. Take a look.

With the introduction of Sensus, the Volvo brand establishes a new, instinctive way for drivers to communicate and stay…

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1,000 Cars in Sweden and Norway Have One Thing In Common


What do a thousand Swedish cars have in common? If you guessed it has to do with safety technology, you're on the right track.

These cars are part of a test program for connected cars.

As you can see from the video, connected cars are going to operate with cloud computing, using data generated from the car's sensors.

Most cars already have computers which assist with traction control, so it's an easy…

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Get Ready For The Future With Volvo


We've all heard about the rumored self-driving vehicles out there, with videos released from companies like Google, and of course, Volvo. We are a long ways off from completely automated vehicles, but it may be closer than we think. Just about a year ago, Volvo released a campaign that boasted autonomous driving technology on the roads of Gothenburg by 2017. Check it out below!

Volvo is known for being innovative and unique, and it…

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No matter the season, safety remains a priority with the Volvo XC90 at Patrick Volvo


No matter the season, the Volvo brand puts safety at the forefront. The brand's exclusive Intellisafe system features innovative safety technology to keep not only Volvo car drivers and their occupants safe, but pedestrians and cyclists away from harm, too. The brand has declared its vision to be that 'no one will be seriously injured or killed in a new Volvo by 2020." With that, we give you the all-new 2016 VolvoXC90.

Features like…

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After S60 CC Debut, Volvo Looks to Expand Cross Country Family

With the tremendous response the S60 Cross Country received at the recent Detroit Auto Show, Volvo has announced that it plans on adding more CC models to their range.  Our Volvo dealership in Chicago is excited about the possibility of an expanded Cross Country family, as it is becoming a beloved model in the industry.  With sales increasing for the Cross Country models across the board, it is a no-brainer for the Volvo brand to…
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Volvo S60 Cross Country to Debut at Detroit Auto Show

New Volvo S60 Cross Country to Debut at Detroit Auto Show

Sporting an increased height & now featuring all-wheel drive, the S60 Cross Country will be on sale this summer at our Volvo dealership in Chicago.  Making its debut at the Detroit Auto Show, fans of Volvo cannot wait to get an inside look at the newest model from the trusted brand.  Blending sedan and crossover attributes, the S60 Cross Country is already very sought after…
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Volvo Brand Teams Up with Helmet Maker for Cyclist Safety


As we begin a new year, our team at Patrick Volvo has one mission, and that is to keep our drivers safe on the roads in Schaumburg and the surrounding areas. One area of road safety often overlooked is the relationship between the driver and the cyclist. According to a report by the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents, over 19,000 cyclists were injured last year. The Volvo brand has made it its…

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Volvo Cars Takes Home Four Awards in 2015 IIHS Top Safety Pick

Four models tested. Four models awarded.  Volvo Cars has once again proven why it is globally known as the safest brand in cars.  Our Volvo dealer in Chicago is extremely proud to announce that for 2015, the S60, V60, S80 and SC90 were all award winners.

With Volvo's focus on the idea that no one will be killed or seriously injured in or by a new Volvo car by the year 2020, the brand has placed a major focus on keeping its drivers safe.  That focus has proven worth while, with these four models all being recognized as some…
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Redesigned XC90 Coming to Your Chicago Volvo Dealer

The all new and redesigned 2016 XC90 has been announced by Volvo for 2015.  Known for its luxury and safety features, the SUV has been a favorite for small families.  Now, featuring a longer hood, sharper shoulders and a more muscular body than before, Volvo fans are ready.  The 2016 XC90 is exciting our Chicago Volvo dealer and we can't wait for its early 2015 release here at Patrick Volvo.

The XC90 has always…
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