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German car companies have long been the dominant players in the compact sport sedan market. The Volvo S40, introduced to the North American market in 2000, was the Swedish brands first stab at stealing some market share. Though it had its shortcomings, the S40 was a decent small sedan that helped redefine Volvos image. Instead of the standard boxy shape once associated with Volvos, the S40 had a sleeker silhouette and was relatively fun to drive. volvo s40 This volvo s40, The SE model brings added luxury to the Volvo S40 saloon. 17" Zaurak alloy wheels, rain ... for each model variant, plus optional equipment to personalise your Volvo S40. ... for the complete detail download volvo s40

Volvo XC60 Inscription Special Edition Revealed, Offers Upscale Options imageSemi-aniline leather covers the seats in colors including Marble White, Toscana Tan, Off-black, or Soft Beige. Other interior upgrades include front headrests with the Inscription logo; leather center console; door insert matched to seat color; Inscription logo on the tread plates; power adjustable lumbar support; and an optional charcoal headliner.

Charcoal headliner, a special shade of silver paint and unique 20-inch wheels are also on offer for the special edition of the model that Volvo says is its top seller.

Other details of the special edition XC60 include Headrests front with embroidered Inscription logo, Centre console armrest in leather with stitching, Door panel insert matching colour of the upholstery, Tread plates with Inscription logo and Electrically adjustable lumbar support.

The 2013 Volvo XC60 Inscription goes on sale later this year following an official world debut at the 2012 Leipzig Auto Show taking place in Germany this June.




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Volvo Car Corporation presents the Volvo XC60 Inscription - a unique blend of luxury and dynamic capability

The Volvo XC60 now also becomes available in the exclusive Inscription version - designed around customers who want to add an extra luxurious, personal touch to the dynamic XC capability.
The Inscription buyer can choose between four colours on the seats, fully upholstered in fine semi-aniline quality leather. The XC60 Inscription package also includes several other distinctive interior features and the possibility to spice up the kerb appeal with additional options like the charcoal headliner, special effect paint and 20-inch wheels.

"Many consumers we talk to have very exclusive, individual tastes. The Inscription version is designed around their preferences, by offering the opportunity to give the XC60 a highly personal touch," says Doug Speck, Senior Vice President Marketing, Sales and Customer Service at Volvo Car Corporation.

The XC60 Inscription customer has a choice of four upholsteries in full semi-aniline leather: Marble White, Toscana Tan, Off-black and Soft Beige. They are accompanied by either an Off-black or Sandstone Beige interior.

The XC60 Inscription package also includes:

• Headrests front with embroidered Inscription logo.

• Centre console armrest in leather with stitching.

• Door panel insert matching colour of the upholstery.

• Tread plates with Inscription logo.

• Electrically adjustable lumbar support.

Extended Inscription offer
The customer can further personalize the XC60 with additional options: Inscription Charcoal headliner, Inscription Electric Silver exterior colour or Inscription Avior 20 wheels.
"The XC60 was our top-selling model in 2011 with almost 100,000 units delivered to customers all over the globe. The Inscription version makes our offer even stronger. The exclusive details blended with the dynamic XC capability give the XC60 a truly unique aura," says Doug Speck.

The Inscription version can be combined with all the engine options available for the Volvo XC60. It will be shown for the first time at the Leipzig Motor Show in June 2012 and sales start already in April 2012. The XC60 Inscription is available worldwide with local adaptations.

Motorward K-PAX Racing released the first image of their new Volvo race car for the 2011 World Challenge GT based on the S60 model.

With the series set to get underway at St. Petersburg, Fla., in late March, the new cars won’t debut until April at Miller Motorsports Park in Tooele, Utah. Until then we’ll have to settle with a teaser of the 2011 S60 model.

The Volvo S60 that K-PAX will be competing with in the World Challenge was redesigned for 2011. A new model is being offered for 2012 – the T5 version. The standard model is a T6 with all-wheel drive. The new S60 T5, propelled by a 2.5-liter turbocharged five-cylinder engine, puts out 250 horsepower and 266 lb.-ft. of torque available at just 1,800 rpm. Coupled with its lighter weight as a front-drive model, the T5 is capable of 0-60 mph acceleration in 6.8 seconds, compared to 5.8 seconds for its more potent T6 sibling.

The S60 race machine will come with multiple aerodynamic tweaks, with the vehicle using elements such as an aggressive front apron, a new hood that uses a massive air intake and a generously-sized rear wing.

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K-PAX Racing to Campaign New Volvo S60 in World Challenge GT in 2011

Englewood, Colo. (Feb. 14, 2011) - K-PAX Racing, the World Challenge GT Manufacturers and Drivers champion in 2010, will return to defend its titles in 2011 with two new Volvo S60s that reflect the cars recent redesign.

The new all-wheel-drive Volvo S60s will be introduced at Miller Motorsports Park in Tooele, Utah, in late April for the fourth round of the World Challenge schedule.

"For the first three races, well run the body style that took us to last years championships," said Jim Haughey, Team Owner of K-PAX Racing. "Once fans see the new cars, I think theyll be very impressed."

The 2011 World Challenge season begins with two races in St. Petersburg, Fla., the weekend of March 25-27. The World Challenge is North Americas top production car-based racing series. Divided into three classes (World Challenge GT, World Challenge GTS, and World Challenge Touring Car), each race features a thrilling standing start, adrenaline-filled, door-to-door action and world-class drivers.

World Challenge features cars from the worlds most popular manufacturers - race-prepped versions of the cars driven on the streets. Sanctioned by SCCA Pro Racing, World Challenge races at North Americas premier road and temporary street courses.