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The All-New Volvo V40-the most IntelliSafe Volvo ever

The All-New Volvo V40-the most IntelliSafe Volvo ever

Date: 2012-06-14
The all-new Volvo V40 is sleek, spectacular and sexy. Add to that new high-tech features to an already full deck of safety and support systems from larger models and the all-new Volvo V40 will be the most intelligent and safest car in its segment.

The new features include world-first Pedestrian Airbag Technology, Lane Keeping Aid with haptic auto steering, an ingenious Park Assist Pilot, automatic Road Sign Information, Active High Beam and a Cross Traffic Alert radar system at the rear.

The all-new V40 also features Volvo's groundbreaking Pedestrian Detection with full auto brake - as well as enhanced City Safety low-speed collision avoidance system which now operates at speeds up to 50 km/h.

The list of standard features is extremely long and includes these safety systems listed here and a whole lot more.

Park Assist Pilot - making parallel parking easy
Lane Keeping Aid - active help to stay on course
Enhanced Blind Spot Information System - for better visibility
Cross Traffic Alert - covering your back
Road Sign Information - an extra "eye" on the traffic environment
Active High Beam - more relaxed driving in the dark
Adaptive Cruise Control & Distance Alert - keeping the distance
Pedestrian Detection - unique in this class
Pedestrian Airbag Technology - a world first
Collision Warning and auto brake - with full braking power
City Safety - now active up to 50 km/h
Driver Alert Control - detecting and warning tired drivers
Full set of crash safety features - including new knee airbag
Personal Car Communicator

Thomas Broberg, Senior Safety Advisor Volvo Car Corporation stated, "The all-new V40, the most compact car in our V-range, has class-leading safety. It is also packed with more intelligent support systems than any previous Volvo. Yet another important step toward our vision that nobody should die or suffer serious injuries in a new Volvo car by the year 2020."

"Volvo is leading the development of spearhead technology that helps the driver avoid collisions. All the features are designed around the driver, helping him or her to stay alert and well informed to avoid collisions and dangerous situations. The all-new V40 is the first car in our model range with technology that actively helps the driver steer clear of danger."

"The safety systems are intelligent and work together to make driving more pleasant and safe. They are designed to warn about threats. If necessary, they can also step in and intervene in critical situations. And, in some situations where the collision is unavoidable, there are safety features to help mitigate the consequences. However, this does not mean that these sophisticated systems take over the driving. Their main task is to assist the driver, thereby making the driving experience more comfortable and less complicated."

The new V40, the most IntelliSafe Volvo ever, is due to land on our shores in South Africa soon. For details of its arrival or a chance to get your name on the list, contact Swedocar Volvo Umhlanga on 031 571 2600. Speak to Wayne Prigge or Jason Van Loggerenberg.