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Volvo’s world-first diesel plug-in hybrid V60 emits just 49g/km of carbon dioxide.

Volvo has decided to make cars in Chengdu, southwestern China. The area has a huge market for luxury cars and is close to Ford's plant in Chongqing where Volvo models are also made. Full story...

I'm not sure I'll make it through the next decade... There seems to be no end to the slaughter; helpless innocent station wagons are being axed, chopped, abandoned and left by the wayside. Every day, we hear tragic news about this or that car manufacturer pulling the plug on one, if not their last, station wagon. Just a few days ago, Volvo killed the V50 in North America. Full story...

Volvo Trucks has launched a version of its FH16 for heavy haulage involving gross combination weights of up to 295 tonnes.

First Look: 2012 Volvo V60 Plug-in Hybrid

The Swedish automaker announced it's introducing a new 2012 V60 plug-in hybrid at the 2011 Geneva Motor Show in March.

We recently learned that Volvo CEO Stefan Jacoby would consider selling the curvaceous Volvo V60 wagon in the States as a hybrid. Now the Swedish automaker is introducing a new 2012 V60 plug-in hybrid at the 2011 Geneva Motor Show in March.

Photo Gallery: 2012 Volvo V60 Plug-in Hybrid - 2011 Geneva Motor Show - Automobile Magazine

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"Man, when did Volvo's get sexy?" Considering a new S60 as an addition to your driveway or parking space? You'll want to have an answer to that question ready--as you'll be asked it a lot. The new-for-2011 S60 has officially done away with the Lego-inspired styling that characterized the Swedish brand for generations, and many folks curiously comment about the elegant, swoopy and understated look of Volvo's latest work. Full story...

Volvo plans to stop selling the only wagon it sells in the U.S., the V50. American consumers have migrated from wagons to crossovers, said Doug Speck, CEO of Volvo Cars of North America. He did not give a timetable for discontinuing the V50. Full story...

Renault will target a operating margin of more than 5 percent by 2013 after posting a full-year profit of $4.78 billion on European incentives, an emerging-market recovery and the sale of a Volvo AB stake. Full story...

Volvo AB has reported a fourth-quarter profit on higher demand in North America and Europe and has raised its 2011 forecast for heavy-truck deliveries 10%. Full story...

EDITOR WES RAYNAL: This is a refined and comfy sedan, and with 300 hp, it's borderline sporty with so little turbo lag. The chassis is rock solid, and the AWD means it will go darn near anywhere. Full story...

Renault reported a 16 percent jump in full-year revenue and said cash flow beat its forecast. Full story...

Volvo made an operating profit in the third quarter, the Swedish carmaker said on Friday. Volvo did not disclose details, but said it has been profitable since the start of the year. Full story...

Volvo made an operating profit in the third quarter, the Swedish carmaker said on Friday. Volvo did not disclose details, but said it has been profitable since the start of the year. Full story...

Volvo may cut its auto supplier base by as much as 33 percent to reduce costs and simplify manufacturing, purchasing chief Bernt Ejbyfeldt said. Full story...

Volvo may build vehicles in as many as three plants in China, CEO Stefan Jacoby said. Expanding in China is key to Volvo's goal of doubling sales to 800,000 cars in 10 years. Full story...

Zero emissions C30 to feature range-extending fuel cell, testing begins in 2012.

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Volvo Cars has begun to develop fuel cells to extend the operating range of electric car without any carbon dioxide emissions. Full story...

Plans revealed for five-door C30-based hatchback. Total restyle will lead brand’s new design direction. Full story...

A new Volvo plant will probably be established in the southwest China city of Chengdu and is expected to be approved by December, Shen Hui, Volvo's senior vice president responsible for operations in China said at the 11th Western China International Fair in Chengdu. Full story...

Volvo plans to offer a Volkswagen Golf competitor as part of a plan to expand the automaker's product line. Full story...