Volvo's S60R and V70R were a shot at the sport sedan/wagon market in one of its most competitive eras. The cars came with 300 hp turbocharged five-cylinder engines, a big Brembo brake system, aggressive styling, and more, but that was what everyone else was doing too. They needed something to set...

The P2 Volvo S60 has become an excellent option for a daily commuter or a first car. Examples can be found with several different engines, drivetrains, and options for well under the $10,000 mark in good shape. However, they’ll likely have some miles on them, and that increases the chances of a...

A common failure on P1, P2, and P3 Volvo chassis are fuel pressure sensors—and you don't want that to happen. Here's a full tutorial on how to replace it. What Even Is A Fuel Pressure Sensor? A fuel pressure sensor is responsible for metering the fuel pressure inside your fuel rail, and...

We're often asked what exactly a Nivomat shock absorber is, and what the difference is compared to a regular shock absorber? Here are the answers to some of your frequently asked questions.    Nivomats are self-leveling monotube shock absorbers designed by Sachs, which utilize the movement of...

It's easy to make a mistake when shopping for brakes on a Volvo as almost every model could be had with multiple combinations of brake rotor sizes. Whether the varying sizes were intended for performance or police applications, there is always some sort of brake upgrade available. Even if you are...

  We’ve received countless calls from Volvo owners unsure whether they have a PCV breather system problem or an oil sludge issue. We've put together a quick guide explaining how the Volvo PCV breather system works, symptoms of a clogged breather system, and how to inspect it. Replacing the...

  Chances are that many of you have received the common "Anti-Skid Service Required" message from your P2 Volvo, such as the Volvo S60 or Volvo XC90. If you haven't, there's a good chance that you may come across it in the future. This common error message tends to be found most commonly on the...

Now that we're getting into the warmer months, the functionality of your air conditioning is going to become more and more important. The last thing you want is to be stuck without it on a hot summer day. Here's what to look out for, and ultimately replace, should something go wrong.   Air...

  It was July of 2017 when we started our quest to find a Volvo S60 content car. We weren't looking for something that was "pristine", but didn't want a roach either. We also wanted something semi-local to our Milford, CT location and happened to stumble upon a perfect candidate just a couple...

  A step-by-step tutorial to bring any automotive headlight back to new condition, no tools required.  Ever cruise down the road and notice a car with plastic headlamps that are completely hazed up? Even worse, have you owned a vehicle that, over the years, has become less and less luminant at...