The new Volvo S60 saloon this spring will be the first Volvo to be produced without a diesel engine, highlighting Volvo Cars’ commitment to a long-term future beyond the traditional combustion engine. All new Volvo models launched from 2019 will be available as either a mild petrol hybrid, plug-in petrol hybrid or battery electric vehicle. Aston Martin reported a 3% rise in first-quarter … [Read more...]
Volvo expand petrol engine line up
Volvo has released a new petrol engine in its premium S90 and V90 model ranges, offering greater choice for company motorists. Drivers who want an alternative to diesel can now opt for the T4 version of the S90 saloon and V90 estate. Powered by a Euro VI four-cylinder petrol engine and mated to an automatic gearbox as standard, it generates 190 hp and offers impressive … [Read more...]
VW is cleaning up a year after “dieselgate”
As “Dieselgate” turns one year old, a study by Transport & Environment reveals that Volkswagen is currently selling the least polluting Euro 6 diesel vehicles. Nonetheless, the marque caught cheating in the US also has the most grossly polluting Euro 5 vehicles on the road, which were sold between 2011 and 2015 . The better performance of Volkswagen Euro 6 cars has nothing to do with the … [Read more...]