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The New Crossover Gets its First Update for 2020

When the 2019 Volvo XC40 dropped for the first time less than a year ago, it was Volvo’s first foray into the compact crossover market. Believe it or not, we’re already preparing for a new version of the standout luxury SUV, which won’t likely show many changes from the original, but looks to make one major addition to the model lineup. Dick Dyer Volvo in Columbia will keep you updated as we learn more about what the new model will offer, but for now, this is everything we…

The New Version Should See Minor Updates from 2019

With a complete redesign taking place for the 2019 model year, the 2020 Volvo XC60 shouldn’t be a massive change for Lexington SC Volvo buyers. That comprehensive overhaul included the addition of a plug-in hybrid model, all new exterior, and updated luxury interior features that brought it in line with the rest of the brand. At Dick Dyer Volvo in Columbia serving Sumpter and Aiken SC, we’ll keep you updated as we learn more about the updated mid-size luxury SUV ahead of the 2020 model’s release.

Volvo is a name that's synonymous with luxury and European refinement, and the Volvo S60 is solid evidence of that fact. For years, this lovely imported car has been offering drivers across the Columbia area a ride that's smooth, safe, and high-tech. At Dick Dyer Volvo Cars, we've long enjoyed recommending this stylish sedan to our customers, and now, we're proud to say it's adding a new label to its stellar pedigree - the label that says "Made in the U.S.A."

In fact, not only is the construction and engineering of the Volvo S60…

If you are looking for a vehicle that can work as a certified pre-owned vehicle, then you should check out the Volvo certified pre-owned vehicle program. This type of program is one of the trustworthy programs that are going to help you find the right vehicle for your needs.

Even the pre-owned Volvo vehicles are going to have some creative features that bring about the feelings of comfort and confidence. Among the features you get with the Volvo is the Scandinavian craftsmanship.  

One of the important features a vehicle can have is a place you can hold your cup or other items so that they can be safe. For a vehicle that can offer a lot of convenience, we at Dick Dyer Volvo Cars recommend the new Volvo S60 luxury sedan. The features of this vehicle add a lot of convenience and comfort to your ride.

One of the features that this vehicles offers passengers is the armrest with the cup holder and storage space. This vehicle has a small place for you to store your belongings. Therefore, if you have any…

Our crew at Dick Dyer Volvo Cars wanted to pass along a few tips that could help increase visibility while driving when sun glare is affecting your ability to see clearly. Spend the extra money on a decent pair of polarized sunglasses because they will cut down the glare from the sun while driving and increase your ability to see clearly far ahead.

Be sure that you are leaving more following room so that you have plenty of space to stop if you suddenly have to hit your brakes.  

There is something about your car battery that you should know. This is that they are not invincible. As a matter of fact, they are potentially very much in danger if temperatures get too low and you have to deal with that.

Hot car batteries are very dangerous both to the battery itself and to any person who may have to handle that battery. It is dangerous because it may spill chemical acids out onto the battery itself and cause major problems for you or anyone else who is in the nearby area of the battery.  

When Columbia residents are searching for a new vehicle for their family, safety is usually near the top of the priority list. As such, here at Dick Dyer Volvo Cars, we often find ourselves pointing customers in the direction of the Volvo V90. A quick look at this luxury wagon's list of safety features will make clear why it is one of the most popular vehicles in its class.

To give the driver a complete picture of what might be around them, the V90 offers a 360° Surround View Camera. This feature provides you with a bird's eye…

Sometimes it's the little, more subtle details that make one car shine. It could be the design of a wheel or the accents around the headlights that just make a vehicle pop. In the world of mid-sized sports wagons, the new Volvo V60 Inscription seeks to capture the eye of all with a trim that stands out.

Visiting Dick Dyer Volvo Cars to get a closer look at the new V60 Inscription will all allow you to see just how fabulous the trim is utilized. The exterior chrome trim that lines the vertical front grille bars, and the lower…

Every year there are thousands of people who swear by the usefulness of three items to keep them from slipping on the ice throughout the winter; rock salt, sand and kitty litter. Each one of these items has something it brings to the table and with more than one million people falling on the ice each winter and about 17,000 of them being fatal, according to the CDC, looking into these items bears some merit.

Sodium chloride rock salt is a gem when it comes to taking care of snow and ice, eating it like candy. The drawback, however…