The Volvo S80 T6 AWD HPC (High Performance Concept) is one of the world’s most desirable tuning programme based on the fundamental qualities of Volvo cars. Modified by leading Volvo specialist tuning firm, Heico Sportiv, the car screams "look at me!!" in its specially formulated 7-layer gleaming aluminium paint, blue leather and sliver carbon-fibre interior sitting ion 20" rims. Its 3.0-litre compact in-line-six cylinder engine coupled to an auto six-speed transmission through all-wheel drive (AWD) has been tuned to an amazing 350-horsepower (5,500 rpm) and 549Nm of torque between1,500 - 4,000 revs while running on E85 bioethanol fuel.
Volvo will also premiere its new Model Year 2009 Volvo S80 2.5FT at the event. It is powered by a FlexiFuel E85 five-cylinder 2.5-litre turbocharged engine with a power output of 200 horsepower and 300Nm of torque at 1,500 - 4,000 revs. In addition to the unrivalled driving pleasure, the powerful luxury sedan also helps lower greenhouse gas pollution with its E85 capability. The model will shortly be available in Thailand.
Flanked by its race bred partner from the Swedish Touring Car Championships (STCC) and also now available to buy in Thailand, another highlight at Volvo’s booth is the Volvo C30 1.8F. Developed from the Volvo Safety Concept Car (SCC), the C30 now comes with the 1.8 F FlexiFuel four-cylinder unit and appeals to those craving a younger, more contemporary and dynamic appearance and lifestyle. With the Volvo C30 having won numerous design awards worldwide since launch, the sporty Volvo C30 1.8 F running on bioethanol E85 underlines Volvo’s commitment to the environment and personifies the "biofuel-chic" revolution alongside its larger stable-mate S80 2.5FT.
Mr. Paul Stokes, President of Volvo Car (Thailand) Ltd, said, “From race-to-reality, what Volvo showcases here is that high-technology; high-performance, high-style and environmental care can blend together in perfect concert. Both the S80 T6 AWD HPC concept car and the S80 2.5 FT will surely bring greater excitement to the market while giving Thai motor-fans a clue of what they can expect from us in the future.”
In addition to the two highlights, a full range of Volvo cars, both model year 2008 and 2009, will be showcased and booking orders at the Thailand International Motor Expo 2008 from November 28 — December 10, 2008 at Challenger Hall, IMPACT, Muang Thong Thani.
Information:
Volvo Car Corporation is a wholly owned subsidiary of Ford Motor Company and is headquartered in Gothenburg Sweden.
Volvo Cars has been present in Thailand since 1962, firstly through an independent importer/distributor, and then through a wholly owned National Sales Company, Volvo Car (Thailand) Ltd., since 1971, taking over distribution from SMC in 1999. VCT now employs some 33 people.
A local assembly (CKD) factory, Thai Swedish Assemblies (TSA) was established in 1976 and today builds the globally successful Volvo XC90, All-New Volvo S80, Volvo S60 and Volvo V70 models in Thailand, employing some 300 people. Volvo Cars also offer the spectacular all-new Volvo C70 retractable hard-top coupe/convertible sports car and the new Volvo C30 three-door sports hatch/coupe as fully imported products.
Volvo is represented in retailing by 8 authorised dealers operating 11 outlets, nationwide. Six in the Bangkok metropolitan area and five in up-country locations as follows, Wearnes (with locations in Hua Mark and Lad Phrao), SMC Motors (with locations in Sukhumvit 22 and Silom); Gothenburg Automobiles, Srinakarin; Scandinavian Auto, Ramindra; and Chiang Mai Sweden Motor, Chiang Mai; Khon Kaen CharoenSri, Khon Kaen; Nakornpathom Motor, Nakornpathom; Hat Yai Auto; Hat Yai and Phuket Volvo on Koh Phuket.
For more information on Volvo Cars' products and services, please refer to www.volvocars.co.th, or contact your nearest authorised dealer.
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Khun Waralee Bunnag
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Khun Chantana Vatanaromya
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