Be Careful Driving in the Winter

Taking risks on the road could lead to a collision. Driving in the snow seems like a risk, but some can't avoid hitting the road. Hopefully, the vehicle has undergone its scheduled service, including coolant changes and winter wiper blade installations. Driving with a full tank of gas could take away some other worries.

The way someone drives on the road also factors into winter safety. Speeding and changing lanes may lead to a crash, as icy roads undermine traction. Winter tires could help with traction, but violating safety laws still increases dangers.

 

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Maintain Focus Behind the Wheel with Tips from Century Volvo Cars

The Huntsville streets can be distracting enough with all the traffic hustle and bustle, so it's best to minimize anything that can steal your focus as you navigate the road. Below are just a few of the ways you can diminish the opportunity for distraction as you drive.

One of the simplest ways to avoid distraction is by merely putting your phone away. Mobile devices may have plenty of useful functions, but they don't belong in your hands while you're trying to drive. If you must use your device, try using available voice-activated technology or Bluetooth connectivity…

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Oversteering, Understeering and Traction

Century Volvo Cars sometimes sees the damage that vehicles sustain due to an oversteering or understeering incident. We hope you'll apply our tips to negotiate curves safely in Huntsville, AL.

Oversteering and understeering share the fact that a vehicle is traveling too fast through a curve. 

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Why the Volvo XC40 is Perfect for Music and Audio Lovers

There's no point in cranking up the radio if you can barely hear the music. Many vehicles offer stylish radios paired with low-tech speakers that offer a muffled, stifled sound. That's not the case with the Volvo XC40. This car's stereo is so advanced, it's probably better than the stereo you have in your house.

Every Volvo XC40 is fully equipped with Harmon Kardon speakers that are installed throughout the vehicle to ensure that everyone can clearly hear the music. The audio rings through the air with a clear, static-free sound. You can appreciate the finer…

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How to Charge Your Car's Battery

At Century Volvo Cars, we know how frustrating it is to find your car battery dead. If you can't get a jump start from another car, a charger could get you up and running again.

The first step in charging your battery should be to read the instructions. Every vehicle and every charger is a little different. Both car and charger should be switched off and the charger unplugged.

You need to connect the red clamp on the charger to the positive terminal on your battery. 

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Volvo V90 Cross Country: Snapshot

The new Volvo V90 Cross Country takes the phrase "total package" to a whole new level. This enormously popular vehicle turns the traditional wagon into a luxury family ride that ticks all of the right boxes: handsome styling, passenger room, mouthwatering tech, impressive power and safety. Here are some of many reasons our team at Century Volvo Cars is extra excited about this ride.

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The Volvo V90 Cross Country epitomizes the aerodynamic silhouette. Its body is long and wide, with moderately high clearance, widely-set headlights and sleek chrome accents throughout. Tough but 

 

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The Volvo V90 is a Luxurious and Powerful Wagon

If you'd like your next vehicle to have a nice combination of features, to include advanced safety systems, a modern infotainment system, a sophisticated cabin, and great capability, the Volvo V90 might be the perfect choice. The V90 is one of the popular models at Century Volvo Cars, especially amongst those who really value performance and want a sizable vehicle.

There are two engines available on the V90, both of which are 2.0-liter I4 engines. The first one comes with the T5 trim. It's turbocharged, and it can generate 250 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque. 

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