2018 Volvo XC60 Takes Center Stage in Geneva

Over the last several years, Volvo has rolled out three all-new models in the XC90, S90, and V90. These cars don’t just represent new generations of the brand’s flagship models, but a new take on styling, safety and luxury while pointing towards an autonomous driving future. Now, the XC60 is joining the fold of updated models after the 2018 redesign debuted in Geneva.

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What Is Wrong With Having a Loose Gas Cap?

Everyone fills up their gas tank and casually replaces the cap; but could a loose gas cap be a problem? You might be surprised to learn that your check engine light might be over a loose gas cap. Why could this cause problems?

Your automobile is a fine-tuned machine. It has numerous sensors measuring fuel pressures and levels, including the gasoline level. A loose gas cap could lead to fumes escaping from the tank. This could lead to lower fuel efficiency as you drive down the road.

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Don't Let This Stop You From Getting To Work

If your car screeches every time you come to a stop, that's its way of telling you it's time for a brake inspection. Brakes are, arguably, the most important safety feature of your car. You're putting your family's lives at risk if you ignore the warning signs of possible brake problems. These are some indicators you should have your brakes checked:

  • The brake light suddenly pops up on your dashboard
  • Your anti-lock braking system light comes on
  • You hear squealing or grinding from any of your tires when you apply the brakes

 

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Winter is Here. Are You Ready?

If you live in a Northern climate, then it might be very important to winterize your automobile each year. This is another regular vehicle maintenance task, we can perform. You could even make it an annual trip. Don't you want winter to "pass by faster?" So, what does winterizing your car, consist of?

 

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Vehicle Maintenance Basics

It happens all the time. You are on the road headed to a friend's house or even on a long vacation trip. The car starts to make a few noises and stops in the middle of the road. You scratch your head in frustration. Proper vehicle maintenance would have helped you to avoid this problem. 

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2017 Volvo XC60 Gets in Cars.com Critics' Good Graces

Are you considering a compact crossover for your next daily driver? Well, if so, we here at Betten Volvo are quite certain you'll find a whole heck of a lot to like about ours, the 2017 Volvo XC60.

"Such as what?" you wonder.

It's a fair question, no doubt, and one that Cars.com pundit Joe Wiesenfelder addresses in full in the clip below. Click "play" to hear what he has to say about the latest XC60:

Though not quite as muscly as the top-tier trims, the base T5 model is nonetheless brilliant.

Propelled by a turbocharged 2…

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Autotrader Lists '5 Reasons to Buy' 2016 Volvo S60

Has the midsize luxury sedan segment been calling your name? Well, if so, we here at Betten Volvo think you might like to meet ours, the 2016 Volvo S60.

And why is that?

Autotrader critic Jabari Jones offers an explanation in the clip below. Have at it right here:

On base trims, the S60 is outfitted with a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine. Served up standard with an eight-speed automatic transmission and front-wheel drive, the base four-banger musters a healthy 240 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque.

By comparison, the top-of-the-line T6 R-Design AWD trim is in another ...

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New Volvo XC90 Offers All the Space You Need for Holiday Travel

Get ready to step up your holiday road trip with the Volvo XC90! Your Volvo is perfectly suited to take you to your holiday destination with style.

The new XC90 offers  room for up to 7 passengers to stretch out and take in the sights during your holiday vacations. Not only will you impress your friends and family when you roll up in the beautiful 201 XC90, but you will also have a generous amount of cargo volume…

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