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2008 Volvo XC70 named SUV of the Year at NWAPA Mudfest
The XC70 is two vehicles in one—both of them award winners!
On-road or off-road, the Northwest Automotive Press loved the XC70! Volvo likes to call the 2008 XC70 a “crossover utility vehicle” (CUV) to distinguish it from the typical truck-like sports utility vehicle (SUV). Diehard SUV enthusiasts tend to dismiss the CUV when it comes to off-road performance. That’s why the 2008 Volvo XC70 left them speechless at the 14th Annual Sport Utility Vehicle Competition (known as “Mudfest”) put on by the Northwest Automotive Press Association (NWAPA). The XC70 won the coveted “SUV of the Year” title, beating a whole bunch of conventional SUVs in the process.
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Tour the Mother Road in Your 2008 Volvo C70 Convertible
The C70 will help you “get your kicks on Route 66!”
Take your new C70 to the International Route 66 Mother Road Festival. The 2008 Volvo C70 convertible is a fun car year-round thanks to its nifty retractable hardtop, but come summer, drop-top driving in a C70 is a true delight. What could be more delightful than a nostalgic ride down the “Mother Road,” also known as “Main Street of America” and officially designated Route 66?
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Summer Shapeup
Make this summer the healthiest – and best-looking – one yet!
So maybe your New Year’s resolution of getting into shape fell through a few weeks into your program. Maybe you didn’t start eating less junk food. With the arrival of the summer months, it’s never too late to tone up, drop a few pounds or just feel better about yourself.
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Top Five for the Fourth
Get yourself in a patriotic frame of mind with these great movies!
Okay, when you think of the Fourth of July, watching movies might not be the first thing that comes to mind. You’re probably thinking of the cookouts and fireworks that will rule your three-day weekend. (Who wants to stay inside anyway when the weather’s amazing!)
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VOLVO ADVISE FOR SAFE TRAVEL THIS SUMMER
Volvo Cars
by May 28, 2008
IRVINE, CA -- ‘Tis the season for families to pack up their cars and hit the road on trips both short and long. Volvo Cars of North America, a leader in safety innovation, is offering parents tips to pass along to their most precious cargo: their kids. While often overlooked in the safe driving world, kids can present parents with dangerous distractions while driving. Simple, preventative measures can keep both young passengers and adult drivers out of harm's way.
"A distracted driver is far more likely to end up in or cause an accident," said Bruno DiGennaro, Volvo senior safety expert. "Oftentimes driver distractions come from young, backseat passengers. Talk with your kids about safe riding practices before hitting the roads this summer. You'll help keep everyone on your road trip out of harm's way.
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Sharks Conjure Fear, So Do Some Alleys. Imagine a Shark Alley.
South Africa’s Shark Alley is the true Great White adventure.
“White Shark Ecoventures” invites you to go cage diving with Great White Sharks in the aptly named "Shark Alley" near the fishing village of Gansbaai, South Africa.
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Chicken, Mushroom, and Bok Choy Kebabs
Gourmet | June 2008
by Melissa Roberts
Chicken's dark meat is great for grilling because it stays very moist and really soaks up the flavors of a marinade—in this case, an Asian-inspired blend that balances sweet and savory. The addition of meaty mushrooms and bright green baby bok choy makes this a one-dish dinner you can take straight from grill to picnic table.
Active time: 45 min Start to finish: 4 hr (includes marinating)
Servings: Makes 6 servings
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Save Your Energy
Save gas, save money, save your summer.
You can’t always fight the rising price of gas, but there are steps you can take to make the most of what you put in your tank. Taking good care of your car, making smart choices and simple changes to the way you drive can have a profoundly positive impact on what you pay for gas this summer. The price you pay to fill your tank may be out of your control, but what you do with the gas isn’t.
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