All Volvo articles – Page 5

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    Steve Mattin appointed Design Director at Volvo Cars

    2015-05-09T11:25:05Z

    Steve Mattin (right) with Mercedes designer Gorden Wagener at the presentation of the Mercedes Grand Sports Tourer Vision R concept at the 2004 Paris Motor Show. Click for larger images Volvo Car Corporation has appointed British designer Steve Mattin as Vice President and Design Director, who joins the company ...

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    Designer Interview: Steve Mattin, Design Director, Volvo Cars

    2015-05-09T11:23:06Z

    Steve Mattin was appointed Design Director of Volvo Cars in May 2005 after 18 years working at Mercedes-Benz, a company he joined as a junior designer straight after graduating from Coventry University in the UK. Mattin picked up the reigns at Volvo after his predecessor Henrik Otto's departure to Electrolux, ...

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    Volvo V40 teased again ahead of Geneva [w/video]

    2015-05-09T11:20:08Z

    Volvo has released an unusual cartoon teaser video for its new five-door V40, together with an additional image.

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    Volvo uses Facebook to research new interior solutions

    2015-05-09T11:02:13Z

    Volvo is using Facebook to conduct market research into how drivers use their cars' interiors via its new 'You Inside' app.

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    Design Review: Volvo S60R - Color and Trim/Interior Analysis

    2015-05-09T10:54:16Z

    The seats, with their comfortable but sportive and sculptural appearance, are inviting, with the side bolsters offering good side support. The headrests on the seats are a pleasant slim form. The pockets in the front of the seats are a good idea but they could have been more elegantly resolved ...

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    Volvo P1800 celebrates 50 years

    2015-05-09T10:45:17Z

    So far, 2011 has been a significant year with the Jaguar E-Type, Aston Martin DB4-GT Zagato and BMW 'Neue Klasse' all celebrating their 50 year anniversaries. The Volvo P1800, which celebrates its half century anniversary this year, is yet another car entering this exclusive club.

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    Who's Where: Lars Falk appointed Vice President Product Design for Volvo Cars China

    2015-05-09T10:44:14Z

    Swedish designer Lars Falk has been appointed Vice President Product Design for Volvo Cars China. In his new role, Falk will lead and develop an emerging design organization which will cover both production design and advanced/strategic activities for the Volvo brand.

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    Volvo celebrates SCC's 10th anniversary

    2015-05-09T10:30:46Z

    Volvo is celebrating the legacy of its Safety Concept Car 10 years after its release.

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    First Sight: Volvo Concept You

    2015-05-09T10:26:31Z

    Volvo today revealed its Concept You at the 2011 Frankfurt motor show, as the company continues to evolve its luxury car range.

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    Design Development: Volvo S60 concept

    2015-05-09T10:24:31Z

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    Design Development: Volvo S60 concept

    2015-05-09T10:24:22Z

    Officially, the wraps aren't taken off the S60 concept until January in Detroit, but in the run-up to the release of press details and images today Car Design News was invited to Sweden to get a good look at the crucial new executive sedan and talk to the team behind ...

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    Interior Motives: Volvo You concept

    2015-05-09T10:17:49Z

    The Volvo You concept is the sequel to the Universe show car that was displayed at this years' Shanghai Auto Show: a display of both returning Design Director Peter Horbury's vision for the company as well as that of its Chinese owners, Geely.