It’s easy to take a good night’s sleep for granted until you experience a bout of insomnia. Lying awake and watching the hours tick by can be incredibly frustrating. But what benefits does the human body derive from sleep, and what happens when you don’t get enough? How can you ensure that your sleep is both regular and restorative?

Whether you want to find a family-friendly film or satisfy your craving for action, fantasy and even horror, the movies slated for release in summer 2012 won’t disappoint.

If you’re a current Volvo owner or lessee, there’s important news about current demand for used Volvo vehicles. Today’s used car market and a favorable leasing environment is allowing Volvo dealers to offer unique opportunities to get out of your old Volvo and into a brand new model for a lot less than you’d expect.

Sensus is your all-in-one onboard operating system that brings together infotainment, navigation, car settings and other features. Volvo Sensus allows you to conveniently explore the hi-tech features of your car and personalize them to suit your needs, and it's all right at your fingertips. Or, in the case of this quick user guide, your thumb-tip.

As the owner of a 2010*, 2011, 2012 or 2013 model year Volvo, you should know about the Safe + Secure Protection Plan**  that covers your Volvo for for up to five years. During your coverage period, we’ll take care of roadside emergencies, wear and tear on most items including brakes and wiper blades, and provide a five year warranty. Perhaps most important, we’ll cover all of your routine maintenance. All you have to do is schedule your service and we’ll take care of the rest.

Southern California offers a lot for families to see and do, from the beach to the mountains and everywhere in between. There are many destinations that are not only kid-friendly but also designed specifically for young ones. Here are five kid-friendly day trips that are popular in the Southland.