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...
Volvo labeled their late-model Automatic Transmission Fluid as a “lifetime fluid,” relegating fluid flushes and services to the past. It’s a move many automakers have made in today’s motoring climate as, among other things, a “lifetime” fluid means lower running costs and a reduced impact on the...
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...
Volvo has always been known for their superior safety and traction control options. But what do all those abbreviations mean, and should you want, how do you disable them? TRACS: Traction Control System This was Volvo's original traction control system that used the ABS sensors to monitor and...
Modifying a Volvo, whether it be for better power, handling, reliability, or even fuel economy comes with compromises. Usually, if you increase one, you decrease the other. For example, better fuel economy might mean a smaller engine with less power. More power might mean less reliability and...
DIY battery replacement for most cars is simple process. In a sense, it’s not much more difficult than changing out the AA batteries in your remote. Volvo battery replacement is no different whether it's for your S60, C30, or XC90. Choosing A Battery For Your VolvoThere are so many brands and...
One of the best ways to kill time as an enthusiast is to watch and browse automotive auctions. Whether on a website, on TV, or in person, the cars for sale are often broadly different and can expose us to makes and models we’ve never seen before. They let us drool over classics, take inspiration...
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...
Sports cars are wonderful. They allow us to experience the limits of adhesion, intense g-forces, and unending smiles as we motor along. The passions they stir from their race-winning pedigrees, beautiful body lines, and emotion-filled driving characteristics make them life-altering things....
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...