Volvo Cars Burlingame Blog

We are so excited to hear that Volvo will be releasing the gorgeous new Volvo V60 Cross Country at the upcoming LA Motor Show this month. This 5-cylinder, 250-horsepower crossover is built on the classic styling of the Volvo V60, but with some new additions to make it ultra-capable on and off-road.

Front and rear skid plates, bumper extensions, and other body adjustments make for not only a tougher look but a more rugged performance…

Volvo has been undergoing a revolution of sorts, as of late. Led by designer Thomas Ingenlath, they've undertaken a dramatic step forward in the realm of style, as showcased by the next generation XC90 SUV. But looks aren't all Volvo has going for it these days. The engine that will power it will be one of the most potent in its class.

Introducing Volvo's Drive-E Powertrain, an engine setup that mixes a…

The V40 is a brand new addition to the Volvo lineup for 2015, and it has Volvo fans from coast to coast incredibly excited about its arrival. Let's dive into the details and see just why that is.

Yes indeed, the new V40 model aptly carries on the Volvo traditions of safety and luxury, but at the same time, has a huge emphasis on performance. The suspension and steering systems have both been upgraded…

The great thing about Volvo products is that they're not drably predictable yet always reliable, well-made and expertly executed.

The 2015 Volvo S60 is no ordinary sedan, but it hits all the marks for safety and quality that drivers have come to expect from the Volvo brand. Mix the all-new Drive-E turbocharged four-cylinder with a gorgeous cabin, stunning control center, standard City Safety brake intervention capabilities and Top Safety Pick+ designation and you've…

2014 has been a year of comebacks. In music news, Radiohead is finally returning to the studio. Faith No More has announced their first record in over 18 years. When it comes to binge-worthy TV, Orange is the New Black came back to the forefront of the pop culture scene with a gripping second season. And Matthew McConaughey is doing alright, alright, alright with an Oscar for Dallas Buyers Club and an Emmy bid for…

Once upon a time, buying a new car was a give-and-take ordeal. If you wanted to go fast, you had to compromise on fuel economy. If you were hoping to save at the pump, you could forget about burning rubber. Thanks to our favorite automaker here at Volvo of Burlingame, those days are long gone.

Staying in an industry for as long as Volvo has is no easy task. There is a need to adapt and reach out to new clientele. There is marketing, engineering, technology and all other facets that come into play to ensure that Volvo doesn't get labelled as "your grandfather's car". Simply, there are expectations as well as a need for innovation.

Volvo can't be the latest and greatest brand on the market…

Since the beginnings of the Volvo brand in 1927, safety has been a top priority. The latest generation is here to prove that our focus is still in creating a safer vehicle without sacrificing any part of the driver’s experience.

Now in the 2015 Volvo model lineup are the newest technologies of Volvo’s IntelliSafe safety features. Notably, there is the innovative Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection sensors that are equipped with automatic braking. It…

Whether you're an audiophile or just a casual music lover, there's nothing quite like listening to music with high-quality headphones with a full range of sound. So, we beg the question, why should it be any different when we get inside our vehicles? For the upcoming, all-new ,b>2015 Volvo XC90, it won't be. Utilizing new audio technologies and positioning for optimal sound, you'll feel like you're right there in…

These days, our brand is known for all sorts of things. Style is certainly emerging as one of our strong suits, but we've also got a rich heritage that spans decades. Since the early days we've been known to deliver safe vehicles and wagons, wagons, wagons.

Well, we're still going strong with each pursuit. You'll find exceptionally safe vehicles across the entire line of new Volvo models. And if you happen...