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Tom Ford drives the new Volvo C30 Sports Coupe. Renowned for their practicality, build quality and safety, the Swedish car maker is not generally recognised for its appreciation of style. But all that could change with the C30.
This “sportier” hatchback has a 1.5 litre T5 petrol turbo engine delivering 216 bhp, a top speed of 149mph and a 0-60 time of just 6.2 seconds. Volvo claim the C30 has “a unique style and character” and they’re aiming it at a younger, busier customer, but will it work? Tom delivers his verdict - have Volvo has finally built a groovy car?
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The high trapeze, ice cold water, sky diving and eating a 5-pound pizza in one sitting were just some of the many surprise tasks an international selection of teams had to complete in the first City Chase World Champs. Teams from the UK, Australia and Canada raced 36-hours in the Chicago area for a chance to win a pair of Volvo cars.
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These videoclips were recorded a while ago (in Metro NY, NJ, CT and FL) but still may help you when you consider purchasing a similar vehicle. You can see these videoclips and many more videoclips and photos (and data) on www.VideoVoom.com (and then under the “Things” category, click on “Cars.” On that page, look for the master list of vehicles by make and model and year and then click on the link to get a separate page for that vehicle.) Any questions, email Frank Sisco at ideasmoney@aol.com.
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New studies indicate numerous distractions like cell phones and vehicle passengers put teen drivers at greater risk for fatal car crashes. However, some auto manufacturers like Volvo Cars say they have developed numerous safety systems to help combat this statistic. To prevent drunk driving, the ‘multi lock system’ forces the driver to blow into a built-in breathalyzer before the car engine will start. In addition, a special ignition key limits the car’s speed to ensure further safety.