I am from Lake Minnetonka, west of the twin cities, I relocated up to Babbitt MN. About 30 years ago. My son gave me the car he received from his father. He didn’t want to deal with the expensive repairs! Welcome! We have a 2006 XC90, and love it. Still super reliable. Have you added […]
Picking up a 2007 V50 T5 AWD | SwedeSpeed
Update: I was able to spend a couple of hours playing around with it yesterday. I topped off the coolant, as it was low. When I opened the cap, it still had some pressure in the system from the prior week when I was messing around with it. I couldn’t find any signs of leaks. […]
Volvo Cars Appoints Håkan Samuelsson as CEO and President | SwedeSpeed
Håkan Samuelsson returns to scene of his redemption in bid to revive Volvo Håkan Samuelsson returns to scene of his redemption in bid to revive VolvoSwedish carmaker calls on ‘steady hand’ of former boss to revitalise its fortunes Richard Milne, Nordic and Baltic Correspondent Please use the sharing tools found via the share button at […]
Replacing HU850 with Aftermarket head unit walkthrough | SwedeSpeed
So after combing these forums, and going over and over looking for solutions, I decided to bite the bullet and go for doing an aftermarket head unit install in my ’05 VR with the HU850. This one is notoriously tricky, as it has the factory amplifier in it that needs a 6 pin DIN adapter […]
Leak in passenger footwell – no improvement | SwedeSpeed
The trials and tribulations of keeping my car in Connecticut, while I live in Brooklyn! Noticed that my 07 XC70 is exhibiting a similar leak in decent rain over the weekend. Also noticed telltale bits of croaked foam dust on top of the the owner’s manual in the glovebox. I don’t like the idea of […]
Save the date: on January 21 we will reveal the new Volvo EX60
Let the countdown begin and mark your calendar: on January 21 2026, we will reveal the new Volvo EX60 in a livestreamed event from Stockholm, Sweden. Born electric, it will be the first car launched on our latest technology base – delivering a longer electric range than any Volvo car before it, along with a […]
2008 XC90 V8 – 83k mi, 1 Owner, Garage-Kept, Enthusiast-Owned | SwedeSpeed
FULL PHOTOS ALBUM LINK, SWEDESPEED DOESN’T ALLOW MORE THAN 10 PICS: https://photos.app.goo.gl/MmGiEDvNxk6NmsZN8 This XC90 is 1-owner, has been garage-kept its ENTIRE life, and only fed premium gas EVERY single time it was filled up. Almost fully loaded with options, 7-seater, exterior paint has been decontaminated, polished, and ceramic coated with Avalon King. Have all maintenance […]
Why Are Volvo Cars Known for Safety? North Point Volvo Explains
When it comes to automotive safety, it’s hard to beat Volvo. This Swedish automaker has a long and storied history crafting some of the safest vehicles on the road. And that legacy of safety innovation continues today in Volvo’s impressive lineup showcased at North Point Volvo Cars in Alpharetta. We’re proud to be an Atlanta […]
2006 S60R-169k-Errors in the UEM,ABS,CEM & DIM. Really at a loss | SwedeSpeed
You’ve got two clusters of issues that actually make sense together: 1) SWM / column controls offline → no turn signals, wipers stuck in one speed, washer inop, DIM buttons deadThose three CEM codes you saw earlier, CEM-DD41/DD50/DD51 “Communication with Steering Wheel Module (SWM) – signal missing”, are the smoking gun. When the SWM/clockspring is […]
Volvo Car Financial Services Introduces Independent Insurance Agency to Provide Customers with Added Value and Convenience
MAHWAH, NJ (August 20, 2025) – Volvo Car Financial Services U.S., LLC has announced the launch of Volvo Car Insurance Services, home of the company’s first-ever independent insurance agency in the United States. This milestone demonstrates Volvo Cars’ expanded commitment to providing customers with a seamless ownership experience by offering tailored coverage, nationwide repair access, and a […]