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Volvo pedestrian collision system fails during test

LOL, oops! Looks like Volvo’s blaming the failure of their pedestrian detection system (and anti-collision system) on the improper placement of a test dummy. We’ll see if that excuse flies in court! You might remember also that the Volvo S60 … Continue reading

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Volvo crash tests an electric car

Here’s another video from Volvo’s advanced crash test facility. In this round, the team is crash testing an all-electric car to see how the car’s battery is affected in each collision.

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The world's most advanced crash test facility

Yesterday (May 6, 2010), Volvo celebrated the 10-year anniversary of its Safety Centre which they still claim is the most advanced vehicle crash test facility on the planet. Judging by the things shown in this video, I’d believe them. Also, … Continue reading

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2011 Volvo S60

Set to make its official debut at the Geneva Motor Show later this year, the all-new Volvo S60 is honestly one of the most attractive Volvo vehicles I’ve seen in a long time. The car features Volvo’s innovative Pedestrian Detection … Continue reading

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Volvo developing a car that cannot crash

Volvo is developing a pedestrian detection system that will hopefully prevent people from getting hit by cars. Continue reading

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