Volvo
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10 automakers to add automatic braking in all new cars
The move is aimed at preventing crashes rather than on protecting occupants from their effects
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New Volvo XC90 available as ‘twin engine’ plug-in hybrid model
400-horsepower twin engine XC90 SUV will feature twin-boosted gas-powered engine, electric motor
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Volvo partners with Apple to offer in-car iOS operating system
Apple CarPlay system will debut in Volvo’s redesigned XC90 sport utility vehicle later this year
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Volvo acquires Terex’s truck business for $160M
The truck business manufactures and sells off-highway rigid and articulated haul trucks
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Volvo kills manufacturing deal with Turkish truck factory
The termination is made in connection with the change to the newly launched Renault Trucks range
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Volvo launches new gas, diesel engines prepped for electrification
Drive-E powertrains offer power, efficiency and electrification capability out of factory, automaker says
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Volvo invests $1.159 billion to make truck cabs in Russia
The market for Western-style, premium heavy trucks in Russia is expected to hit about 28,000 vehicles in 2012
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Volvo division buys French defence manufacturer
French manufacturer Panhard used to make cars
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Polaris signs joint venture with India motorcycle maker
The overall investment is expected to be approximately $50 million
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Volvo sells Aero unit for $995 million
the deal is scheduled to be completed in the third quarter and is expected to generate a capital gain of around $58.3 million.
