Volvo's 508hp S60 Polestar Performance Versus the BMW M3 and Audi RS4 Avant

Can a Volvo model ever beat the German automakers in their own game? Well, the answer to that question really depends on which game you are referring to since die Deutsche brands have spread their wings in just about every niche there is.

So let's be more specific: can a performance orientated Volvo family car threaten two of Germany's finest and fastest mid-size sports models, the BMW M3 and the Audi RS4?

If we're talking about the Volvo S60 Polestar Performance sedan, it certainly has the brute force to do so. The only problem is that, for now, the S60 Polestar Performance is a one-off model that has yet to receive the green light for even a limited series production run.

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Stefan Jacoby Steps Down as Volvo's CEO, is Replaced by Hakan Samuelsson

Stefan Jacoby's tenure as CEO of the Volvo Car Group has ended after only a little over two years with the Swedish carmaker announcing that he is being replaced by Håkan Samuelsson, currently Board member and former chief of MAN trucking, effective immediately.

Even though Jacoby did suffer a mild stroke last month, the vice chairman of Volvo Car Group, Hans-Olov Olsson told reporters that that his health was not the reason why Volvo's board members decided to replace him.

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Reduced Demand Forces Volvo to Idle its Torslanda Plant in Sweden for Five Days

Saying that new car sales in Europe are declining is the understatement of the year. Naturally, all manufacturers are trying to deal with this situation - some by forming alliances or joint ventures and others by closing down plants and laying off workers.

Volvo, on its behalf, announced today that it has decided to halt production at its Torslanda plant in Sweden from October 29 until November 2 due to reduced demand for its products.

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Volvo UK Puts a Price Tag on New V40 R-Design and Cross Country Models

Following their recent world premiere at the Paris Motor Show at the end of September, Volvo UK has confirmed pricing and specifications for the new additions to the range of its V40 premium hatchback, the sporty R-Design and tall riding Cross Country models.

Both models are available to order now with first customer deliveries to arrive in Britain in January next year.

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