Users' questions

Do Volvos save lives?

Do Volvos save lives?

And over the past 61 years it is estimated to have saved over a million lives. Speed Cap: One the latest safety initiatives taken by Volvo is to cap the maximum speeds on all their cars to 180kmph. Lower speeds improves reaction times and can make the difference between life and death.

What is Volvo for life?

The Volvo for Life Awards program was developed by Volvo Cars of North America to honor and celebrate ordinary people doing extraordinary things for their communities in the areas of safety, quality of life and the environment.

What is Volvos slogan?

The slogan of Volvo is “Volvo your life”, which means “Roll your life” in Latin. Life, it not only means one’s life beings, but also how we live, the quality of our lives. So safety is the core idea of Volvo Cars.

What is the average life of a Volvo?

20 years
That being said, with the proper care the average lifespan of a Volvo is typically 20 years with over 200,000 miles.

What does the symbol for Volvo mean?

iron
What does the Volvo emblem represent? The male gender icon originated in ancient Rome, used as the astrological symbol for Mars (probably his sword and shield). Volvo’s logo is actually the ancient chemical symbol for iron. The company’s founders wanted a strong image for their vehicles.

Why are Volvo Cars Safe?

Our car seats are made to ensure safety and comfort. The energy-absorbing functionality between the seat and seat frame helps reduce spinal injuries, and the built-in whiplash protection system helps reduce the risk of whiplash injury.

Why is Volvo unreliable?

One of the reasons that they are considered unreliable is actually related to the average cost of repairs. When car repair costs are higher the dependability of the vehicle is reduced accordingly. Cars that require fewer repairs, and cost less per garage visit, are the ones considered far more reliable by drivers.