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by TechnoNerd
Thu Sep 30, 2021 5:05 pm
Forum: Main Volvo XC40 chat
Topic: New Volvo Logo
Replies: 10
Views: 2637

Re: New Volvo Logo

I am sure some of that corporate collaboration resulted in the following strategy for the logo change:

"To extend scalable platforms, transition strategic mind-share, engage users convergence and disrupt interactive experiences. Let's do it!"
by TechnoNerd
Mon Sep 27, 2021 5:16 pm
Forum: Main Volvo XC40 chat
Topic: What irritates you about your Volvo XC 40?
Replies: 135
Views: 31185

Re: What irritates you about your Volvo XC 40?

Shark Fin antennas by design, are not good for AM/FM reception unless close to strong signals. This is par for the course. They are very good at Satellite and GPS reception though. Whip antennas are still the best for terrestrial radio reception in vehicles, but most people consider them "old f...
by TechnoNerd
Sat Sep 25, 2021 2:05 pm
Forum: Main Volvo XC40 chat
Topic: What irritates you about your Volvo XC 40?
Replies: 135
Views: 31185

Re: What irritates you about your Volvo XC 40?

Because of the pandemic, I don't drive it as much as I want to.
Twelve months ownership and 4300 miles on the odometer. I hate that!
by TechnoNerd
Fri Sep 17, 2021 1:42 pm
Forum: Main Volvo XC40 chat
Topic: What have you just found out about your XC40.
Replies: 591
Views: 236190

Re: What have you just found out about your XC40.

While stopped at an intersection waiting to turn, a massive Cadillac Escalade approached from behind at significant speed. In milliseconds both front seat belts tightened and locked! My passenger and I were startled by this since we were unaware of what was coming behind us. The Cadillac did stop se...
by TechnoNerd
Thu Dec 24, 2020 3:37 pm
Forum: Main Volvo XC40 chat
Topic: What have you just found out about your XC40.
Replies: 591
Views: 236190

Re: What have you just found out about your XC40.

Are there any members old enough to remember when you didn't have to read the owners manual to operate a car?

I have owned my XC40 for 3 months now and am still reading it :shock: .

I do appreciate the information in this forum so keep it coming.

Happy Holidays!
by TechnoNerd
Sun Dec 13, 2020 4:51 pm
Forum: Main Volvo XC40 chat
Topic: T4/T5... really any difference?
Replies: 9
Views: 4840

Re: T4/T5... really any difference?

For 2020 XC40 all trims US Specs:

T4 2L Turbo FWD, 187HP/221lb-ft, 0-60mph@8.1 sec
T5 2L Turbo AWD, 248HP/258lb-ft, 0-60mph@6.1 sec

There are no diesel options
by TechnoNerd
Sat Oct 24, 2020 8:37 pm
Forum: Faults & Technical
Topic: Checking oil level
Replies: 8
Views: 3868

Re: Checking oil level

I think they call it "Progress"!
It's also in "The Less You Know The Better" tradition. ;)
by TechnoNerd
Sat Oct 24, 2020 5:40 pm
Forum: Faults & Technical
Topic: Inaccurate navigation arrows.
Replies: 2
Views: 1276

Re: Inaccurate navigation arrows.

I don't have the Volvo navigation option. I do use the Android Auto app which uses Google Maps for navigation. I find that Google Maps navigation is very accurate and up to date. Android Auto and Apple CarPlay are available with the Volvo Sensus display in my car. Is this available in the UK as well?
by TechnoNerd
Mon Oct 19, 2020 6:05 pm
Forum: Main Volvo XC40 chat
Topic: Can You Believe This?
Replies: 4
Views: 2073

Re: Can You Believe This?

Thank you blastpipe! I was not aware of that. I know that many conglomerates like VW AG will share common components from their parts bin. That said, I would never expect an Audi or Porsche to share a center console display assembly from a VW Golf! As I see it, if it's good for the $156,000 Polestar...
by TechnoNerd
Sun Oct 18, 2020 6:03 pm
Forum: Main Volvo XC40 chat
Topic: Can You Believe This?
Replies: 4
Views: 2073

Can You Believe This?

Here is a an interior picture of the 2020 Polestar 1 which happens to be Volvo's performance brand.
This model starts at US $156,500! Does it look familiar to you?

polestar1-launch-sanfrancisco-0108-1572899672.jpg