Volvo Philippines celebrates with enthusiasm as the Volvo S60 was crowned Car of the Year in the Middle East at the Middle East Motor Awards 2011 (MEMA). The jury praised the Volvo S60 as a well-balanced and stylish luxury sedan featuring a powerful turbocharged six-cylinder engine and leading-edge safety technology.
MEMA, which was held for the second consecutive year, is regarded as the largest, most prestigious and only independent award for the automotive industry in the region. It is organized by Expo Centre Sharjah in the United Arab Republic. The jury is made up of leading motoring journalists and professional racing drivers from ten countries, including Lebanon, Oman, Jordan, Egypt and Syria.
"It is very rewarding to receive the Car of the year in the Middle East. It once again confirms the success of the Volvo S60. It is a car that well matches the customers' demands in these markets which is key to our forward success in the region", says Wim Maes, President Volvo Cars Overseas Corporation.
The nomination and assessment process takes more than eight months during which all 19 jury members fill in individual result cards for the nominated cars. Among the parameters taken into account are design, safety features and value for money.
The jury also noted that the 2011 Volvo S60 was the first car launched in the Middle East with Volvo Pedestrian Detection - a safety system that actively searches for and spots pedestrians in the roadway and automatically applies the brakes to protect them.
Locally, the Volvo S60 is available in three variants- the powerful 3.0L T6 with 304hp and 440Nm of torque, the 2.0L Powershift transmission boosted by a 203hp and 300Nm of torque and the fuel efficient 1.6L T4 with a dynamic 180hp and 240Nm of torque.
Lauded for uncompromising performance and safety, it’s about time you drive one.
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How about integrating the very best properties from three
different car types into one, single attractive sports wagon? By simply
pressing a button you can choose which car you want to drive:
• An electric car with a range of up to 50 kilometers.
• A high-efficiency hybrid with carbon dioxide emissions
averaging just 49g/km.
• A muscular fun-to-drive car with a combined output of
215+70 horsepower*, 440+200 Nm* of torque and acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h
of just 6.9 seconds.
Allow us to present the world's first diesel plug-in hybrid.
Volvo V60 Plug-in Hybrid will reach the showrooms 2012.
"The second-generation hybrid is the perfect choice for
the uncompromising buyer who wants a superbly carbon dioxide-lean car packed
with driving pleasure," says Stefan Jacoby, President and CEO of Volvo
Cars.
The front wheels of the V60 Plug-in Hybrid will be driven by
a five-cylinder 2.4-liter five-cylinder turbodiesel, which produces 215
horsepower and maximum torque of 440Nm. The car features a six-speed automatic
transmission.
The rear axle is powered by an electric motor producing 70
horsepower. The electric motor receives its power from a 12kWh lithium-ion
battery pack, located under the load floor. The sophisticated and exceptionally
compact battery pack consists of 10 modules with 20 cells in each module. It
has an integrated computer that monitors and compares the temperature and charge
level in each of the 200 cells. The battery pack also has an integrated
water-cooling system, which is connected to the car's climate control unit.
Three driving modes -
three cars in one
The driver chooses the preferred driving mode via three
buttons on the instrument panel: Pure, Hybrid or Power. The interaction between
diesel and electric power is handled via a control system.
"In order to get true car enthusiasts to think green,
you have to offer them the opportunity to drive with low carbon dioxide
emissions without taking away the adrenaline rush that promotes genuine driving
pleasure. The V60 Plug-in Hybrid has all the traditional properties of a
genuine sportswagon. What we've done is to spice it up with spearhead
technology that allows the driver to choose: zero emissions, high-efficiency
hybrid or full-on performance. Just select the mode that suits best," says
Stefan Jacoby.
The different
temperaments
The Pure, Hybrid and Power driving modes give the V60
Plug-in Hybrid three different temperaments:
• In Pure the car runs only on its electric motor as much as
possible. If the battery has been recharged using electricity from a renewable
source, the driving range is up to 50km with zero emissions of carbon dioxide.
Battery range varies with terrain, climate and driving style.
• Hybrid is the default mode whenever the car is started.
The diesel engine and electric motor interact to provide the optimal balance
between driving pleasure and low environmental impact. Emissions of CO2 (NEDC,
Combined driving cycle for certification) are 49g/km, corresponding to diesel
fuel consumption of 1.9L/100 km. The car's total range is up to 1200km. The
driver has the possibility to key in the planned route's distance (short,
medium or long) in the car setup menu, The control system calculates the
balance between diesel and electric power to obtain the lowest possible CO2
emissions for the given distance.
• In Power the technology is optimized to give the car the
best possible performance. The diesel engine and electric motor have a combined
power output 215+70 horsepower and maximum torque of 440+200Nm. The electric
motor's lightning-quick torque delivery contributes to the car's 0 to 100km/h
acceleration time of 6.9 seconds. The majority of all European car drivers
cover less than 50km a day, for instance to and from work. On longer trips, the
diesel engine gives the car the same range as a conventional hybrid.
Better traction with
All Wheel Drive
Pushing the AWD (All Wheel Drive) button in the center stack
activates electric four-wheel drive. Instead of the mechanical power
transmission of the conventional AWD system, it is the central control unit
that manages torque distribution to the diesel-driven front wheels and the electrically
powered rear axle. The electric AWD is designed to offer the driver better
traction when starting and driving on slippery road surfaces such as snow or
mud.
However, due to the electric motor's lower output, the
torque level available for the rear wheels is limited and the AWD system is
active in speeds up to 100 km/h. When AWD is activated the diesel engine is
running continuously and the High Voltage Generator maintains a sufficient
charge level on the battery pack that feeds the motor on the rear axle with
power. Since the electrical All Wheel Drive is active on driver demand only it
is more fuel efficient than a conventional, permanent AWD system
Save battery power
for later
The V60 Plug-in Hybrid offers the driver the option to save
battery capacity in order to have enough charge for driving on clean
electricity later, for instance in an urban low emission zone. When Save For
Later is activated, the car makes sure that the battery has a sufficient charge
level for another pure drive. If necessary, the High Voltage Generator
recharges the battery in order to maintain a sufficient charge level for
another "Pure" drive. The aim is that the Save For Later mode should
secure enough battery capacity for approximately 20 kilometer drive on pure
electricity.
Two-step braking
system
The two-step braking system is another intelligent feature
in the Volvo V60 Plug-in Hybrid. When the driver pushes the brake pedal, the
system initially brakes the car by controlling the rear axle motor. This
braking energy is used to regenerate the car's battery pack. The mechanical
brakes are only activated when the situation requires more braking power than
the rear axle can handle.
Recharging at home
The Volvo V60 Plug-in Hybrid is recharged via a regular
power socket (230V/6A, 10A or 16A) at home or in a parking lot. The charging
time depends on the level of the current. A full 10A charge takes 4.5 hours.
The time is shortened to 3.5 hours with 16A, while a charge in a 6A socket
takes 7.5 hours.
To get a comfortable start of the journey, the car driver
has the possibility to preheat or cool the passenger compartment during the
recharging process. This also means that more battery capacity can be used for
powering the car.
The pre-conditioning also includes the possibility to cool
the batteries. The battery pack has an ideal working temperature of 20-30°C.
This means that the pre-cooling is highly important for maximizing the charging
capacity and thereby the driving range on each charge. The timing is programmed
via the car's setup menu or remotely via a smart phone application*.
The V60 Plug-in Hybrid has two heating possibilities. When
running on electricity a PTC (Positive Temperature Coefficient) air heater is
used. The car also has a Fuel Operated Diesel heater.
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MANILA, Philippines, 28 October, 2011- Ford Philippines gathered hundreds of Ford Fiesta
owners, Facebook fans, Ford Club Philippines members and loyal customers at the first-of-its
kind Anniversary celebration. As Ford Fiesta celebrated its 1-Year Anniversary, guests were
treated to live entertainment from guest local bands with live broadcast and DJs from 99.5RT.
The All-New Fiesta is the best-selling nameplate in Ford with 2,638 units sold in 2011. The
event highlighted numerous giveaways from Ford Fiesta Anniversary sponsors: 3M Car Care,
99.5 RT, Acer, Coca-Cola Bottlers Philippines, Concept One, DC, Jollibee, Venue Partner MC
Home Depot, Papa John's, Pilipinas Shell and Tuason Racing School.
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New engine variants and ownership offers made available
September of 2011 chalks in as the best month ever in Volvo cars’ history with an increase of 30.5 percent, driven by strong sales on a number of markets. Total sales from January to September 2011 totaled to 333,865 cars, a 22.5 percent increase from the same period last year.
Sweden remained the top selling market while Volvo Car Overseas Corporation (VCOC) where Volvo Philippines is a part of also did very well as a whole with a growth of 49.6 percent. China more than doubled its September figure from 2010 to 4, 765 cars with the S60 and XC60 as main drivers while Japan also penciled in a 65 percent increase in sales.
The world’s first car that can stop itself – the Volvo XC60 remains to be the No. 1 Volvo model in the global sales statistics, followed by the All-New Volvo S60, V60, XC90 and V50. In the Philippines, the Volvo XC60 now comes in three variants starting with a 2.0L 240bhp T5 engine, a 2.4L 205bhp turbo diesel engine and a 3.0L 304bhp T6.
“We are looking forward to an optimistic last quarter and an even more dynamic 2012 with the introduction of new models and variants that will make it possible for us to compete in segments where we were not present in before. Plans of expanding the network is also underway in our effort to share with the market the new breed of sleek, smart and strong Volvos,” quips Rose Dimalanta 1st executive Vice President.
Volvo’s Easy Ownership PackagesDriving a Volvo is also made easier through Volvo’s premium offerings such as:
- Best-in-Class Ownership Package YOURS at P250, 000.00 and P399, 000.00 DP All-inFREE 5 Year Warranty
- FREE 3 Year LTO Registration
- FREE 5 Year Roadside Assistance
- FREE 1 Year Free Comprehensive Insurance with AON
- FREE Chattel Mortgage Fee
All these offerings matched with superior product features such as the groundbreaking Collision Warning With Full Auto Brake and Pedestrian Detection in the All-New Volvo S60 spell out unequalled value for money. It’s the intelligent choice made by sophisticated buyers who understand that having the peace of mind and world-trusted safety benefits of Volvo also allows them to squeeze out more fun in driving a Volvo.
Descriptions and facts in this press material relate to Volvo Cars' international car range. Described features might be optional. Vehicle specifications may vary from one country to another and may be altered without prior notification.
In Manila, Volvo Philippines is the official distributor of Volvo cars. The Volvo Makati office, showroom and Customer Service Center are located at 2272 Chino Roces Avenue, Makati City. Volvo Cebu is located at A.S. Fortuna Street, Banilad, Mandaue City. The 2011 Volvo automobile line includes the nimble C30 Sports Coupé, the versatile All-New C70 Coupé-Convertible, the compact All-New S40 and V50 Sportswagon, the flagship All-New S80 luxury sedan, the ruggedly refined All-New XC70 Cross Country, the groundbreaking Volvo XC60 with City Safety as standard and the award-winning XC90 AWD. Now available in the Philippines is the All New Volvo S60 with world first Pedestrian Detection technology with Full Auto Brake system and the All-New Volvo V60 Sportswagon. For details and inquiries, please call 893-6621 to 22 or 637-0414 to 15.For more information, please contact, Loi Concepcion-de Guzman, Assistant Vice President for Marketing Services: 893-6621 local 429; loi@volvophils.com
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MANILA, Philippines, 10 October, 2011- Ford Group Philippines gives you every reason to say YES with their Year-End Sale. As the year winds down to a close, the Year-End Sale comes
with even bigger savings and deals, offering customers a choice between irresistible all-in low down payment offers and easy low monthly schemes.
Drive home your very own Ford for as low as PhP99,000 all-in low down payment offered on the popular Ford Fiesta, the fast and economical Ford Focus, the all-action Ford Escape and the
built-tough Ford Ranger. You may also opt to purchase the courageous Ford Everest for as low as PhP129,000 all-in low down payment.
Customers can also choose from the low monthly amortization schemes offered on the Ford Fiesta, Ford Focus, Ford Escape, Ford Ranger and Ford Everest. Say YES to a Ford Fiesta for
low monthly amortization of PhP6,799/month or a Ford Everest at PhP12,599/month.
“We welcome the fourth quarter with amazing deals for our loyal Ford customers. With our Year- End Sale, we are giving all the reasons for our customers to say YES and drive home a Ford today,” says Dino Obias, AVP for Marketing, Ford Group Philippines.
All these great deals are powered by EastWest Bank and are subject to credit approval. All-In low down payment packages include free LTO registration, a 1-year comprehensive insurance and Chattel Mortgage. More offers on other models and variants are available when you visit the showrooms.
Say YES today! Ford dealerships are located in Alabang, Balintawak, Commonwealth, Edsa Greenhills, Edsa Quality Care Center, Global City, Libis, Manila, Quezon Avenue and SM Fairview.
Provincial dealerships are located in Batangas, Bacolod, Cabanatuan, Cagayan de Oro, Cavite, Cebu, Dagupan, Davao, Iloilo, Lipa, Negros Occidental, Pampanga, San Pablo, SM Marilao, Subic and Tacloban.
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