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Just like you, we love our furry friends here at Dick Dyer Volvo Cars. As such, we know how much fun it can be to bring your pet on a big adventure with you. Whether you are driving to a family party, or to a beautiful hiking trail, your pet simply has to come along for the ride. However, amidst the excitement of driving around town with your pet, you must also remember to consider their safety.

You would never leave your driveway without ensuring that your children are securely buckled up - and you should hold the same standard for…

Here's why the new Volvo XC90 Momentum Trim became the popular luxury SUV on the roads today.

The Adaptive Cruise Control that is featured in the new Volvo XC90 Momentum Trim works like a traditional system. The one difference, if the system detects slow traffic ahead, the brakes are powered down enough so to maintain a safe driving distance, then once clear, resumes your desired speed for you. 

Look closer at the features packed into the new Volvo XC60 Inscription. When you take the Volvo XC60 Inscription Trim on the highway and set the Adaptive Cruise Control, the radar begins scanning the road ahead to make sure no slower traffic will be a problem. If detected, your brakes are powered down to allow a safer buffer, then the speed resumes when the car has moved on.

Place your new Volvo XC60 Inscription Trim in reverse to see the Cross-Traffic Alert feature work. As you begin moving in reverse, the system scans on each side to locate a vehicle…

There are two investigative organizations that ascertain vehicle safety, the nonprofit IIHS and the federal government-run NHTSA. Each has their own methods and ratings systems.

The NHTSA gives each vehicle a three-part test, frontal, side-impact and rollover. It rates each car with a set of stars; vehicles receiving five stars in a rollover test, for example, mean that the car has a low likelihood of rolling over. 

The cooling system in your vehicle is responsible for protecting all the moving parts in the engine block. These are a few parts that will be checked during the back-to-school cooling system inspection.

The thermostat has to be working correctly all the time in order to be regulating the inside temperatures of the engine block. If the thermostat housing is leaking or the part fails, the engine parts could overheat and seize.

The Volvo name has inspired confidence in vehicle buyers for many years. The Volvo XC90 is a larger SUV that continues the Volvo legacy of safety and reliability. The Volvo XC90 with the Inscription Trim has some added touches that make it a unique vehicle.

The new XC90 Inscription Trim has enough room to seat seven people in comfortable leather seats. The vehicle can also be configured so that there is 85.7 cubic feet of cargo space. This is more cargo space than any other SUV in the same class. 

Gone are the days of the boring old station wagon. The new Volvo V60 Momentum sports wagon has revolutionized the way that people look at this type of vehicle. The bold LED headlights feature the Volvo signature light design, providing both bold styling and exceptional functionality in any driving situation. The distinctive alloy wheels paired with the roof rails combine to give Volvo the premium look you would come to expect from this venerable automobile maker. 

If you are looking for a luxury sedan that combines power, fuel efficiency and attractive styling inside and out, then you should consider the Volvo S60, a premium package of refined features and build. The Volvo S60 Dynamic trim has proven performance on the highway and all the features you want in a sedan.

The Volvo S60 Dynamic garners looks as you cruise along the highway with the wind in your hair. With a power glass moonroof and 18-inch alloy wheels combined with distinctive color choices, the Volvo makes a bold statement. Leather sport seats in the interior add to…

If you are looking for something new and exciting in the world of SUVs, then look no further than the Volvo XC40, a top-rated contender for luxury midsize SUVs. U.S.News has rated the Volvo XC40 number one in its class and deservedly so. The agile Volvo XC40 Momentum trim model is fun to drive, comfortable to ride and attractive to see.

The turbocharged Drive-E powertrain has 248 horsepower and provides great gas mileage and a lessened environmental impact. Premium details inside the cabin impart a luxurious appearance with leather seats  and subtle interior lighting. 

When we think of auto maintenance and tune-ups, what typically comes to mind are oil changes. We often forget about brake fluid because it lasts so much longer than motor oil despite being equally important. Don’t forget about your brake fluid. Stop at Dick Dyer Volvo Cars and let the techs check your brake fluid levels.

Despite brake fluid often being the forgotten liquid, it’s very important. It sits in the brake lines until it’s needed. When you touch the brakes, an entire process involving the pistons calipers, rotors and your gas pedal begin.