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When buying a new Volvo, chances are you're interested in the safety features involved to keep not only you and your family, but those outside and around the vehicle away from danger. In urban environments, the City Safety auto brake system is very capable of such tasks, detecting people or objects around the vehicle, warning the driver and applying the brakes, should the detected thing or person become to close. Now, the automaker hopes…

When it comes to hybrids, it seems smaller is better. Rival automakers' hybrid and electric vehicles are all of the compact persuasion, and for good reason; smaller and lighter vehicles mean even better fuel efficiency in a car that is made to utilize energy in the most efficient ways. So it's little surprise that there's a discussion of a new Volvo hybrid in the form of a supermini.

And when we say "discussion…

First introduced in the early 2000's, the Volvo XC90 had no problem working its way to success, becoming a top-selling model for several years here at North Point Volvo and at other dealerships across the United States due to a timeless design and utility that exceeds expectations. Now, the automaker is seeing that the XC90 in the next generation will be even greater than any of the predecessors with new platform and engine technology…

It's called "Volvo Engine Architecture" and it could change the way new Volvo models run, forever. With a new method of creating four cylinder engines, the automaker is making some pretty bold claims about the future of V6 and V8 engines, but all of us at North Point Volvo have no doubt they'll succeed with flying colors.

These new 4-cylinder engines are said to be very high-powered, rivaling that of a V6. Using…

Volvo wagons have always sold well in the United States so it came as no surprise when the automaker announced that the V60 would be making its way over here. After selling so well in Europe, we couldn't be more excited for our chance to try it, and we think you should be too! Here's what we know so far.

The automaker has stated that the V60 will be quite versatile, offering sports…

When we spend time with our cars, the vast majority of that time is spent inside the cabin. You can have a gorgeous exterior and all the horsepower in the world, but if your seat is uncomfortable and the center stack is cluttered with features you don't want or need, it can be a major deal breaker. Volvo understands this and strives to make their interiors as luxurious, comfortable, and convenient as possible. Now…

There's nothing worse than being stuck on the side of the road with few options for help, if any. Many of you have probably been there, and we here at North Point Volvo know we have. The automaker hears your plight, and has responded with a fantastic deal to prevent as much roadside regret as possible: complimentary On Site Roadside Assistance service to everyone who buys a new Volvo.

The "complimentary" part of this…

Here at North Point Volvo, our goal is to help you get the most out of every mile when you invest in a new Volvo model. And while our onsite service and repair department at 1570 Mansell Road Alpharetta, GA 30009 can certainly help, we know there will be times when we're not there to help.

Case in point: roadside emergencies. This is the exact reason why Volvo has developed the On Call Smartphone app. Available for iOS, Android and Windows mobile devices.

This free download from Volvo allows drivers to lock their doors remotely on properly equipped models…

Scandinavian automaker Volvo is preparing to enhance its lineup next year, and parent company Geely Automobile Holdings Ltd. is investing in the bold initiative in two ways.

On one end, we've already heard about the new method for producing larger models like the S80 and XC90 known as Scalable Platform Architecture (SPA). In order to take on the new process, Volvo has already bolstered its own R&D organization.

With all the excitement surrounding SPA, it's not hard to imagine that other segments could easily be ignored. Such, however, is not the case. Volvo also wants to invest…

Is it too much to ask that your new Volvo model from North Point Volvo turns heads wherever you drive? We don't think so. In fact, it's why we staff an onsite Volvo parts department here at 1570 Mansell Road Alpharetta, GA 30009.

First and foremost: you'll want to keep your Volvo S60 safe and secure. And while the remote car alarm certainly does the trick, there's still the matter of…