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Vehicle Comparison: The 2012 Volvo S80 T6 AWD vs. the Mercedes-Benz E350
The Volvo flagship offers more for less at every turn.
Buyers shopping for a premium midsize sedan will find a genuine European flagship that exceeds the Mercedes-Benz E350 at most every turn – the 2012 Volvo S80 T6 AWD. Best of all, the S80 offers a pair of attributes that vault it miles ahead of the Mercedes: Class-leading safety and value.
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Vehicle Profile: The 2012 Volvo XC70
The premium crossover for discerning drivers.
The 2012 Volvo XC70 is the premium crossover designed for those who love to drive. To take your experience behind the wheel to even greater heights, this year, Volvo offers a host of improvements including a new trim-level strategy (Premier, Premier Plus and Platinum) that makes it easier than ever to outfit the XC70 to your exacting demands.
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The Chickenpox Challenge
Info and tips for dealing with this itchy virus, especially when your child is sick.
Although adults can get chickenpox, childhood is often the time when individuals experience the virus. According to KidsHealth, part of the Nemours Foundation, chickenpox is caused by the virus varicella zoster. Symptoms include a rash of blister-like spots, itchy skin and sometimes general cold symptoms. Usually, chickenpox is an irritating, yet mild illness; however, some complications can occur. Here are some things you should know:
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Rewriting History
The most historically inaccurate films of all time.
Let’s be honest for a second – real life isn’t always as interesting as it is portrayed to be in movies. Characters in films never spend a solid 40 minutes trying to figure out online banking or sitting in traffic. It’s no surprise then that many a historically based film had to jazz up a thing or two to get people into the theater. Because let’s face it, who is going to pay to see Bill Brings his Daughter to Soccer then Does Some Light Yard Work Before Catching the Last Half of RoboCop on TBS?
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Car Care: When it’s Your 35,000-Mile Service
Simple tips can help save your investment.
At less than 35,000 miles, most new cars are still under warranty, so anything that breaks prematurely, such as a leaking brake caliper or a burned out wiper motor, should be fixed at no cost. However, warranties don’t generally cover wear and tear items like brake pads and wiper blades, so it’s important to check those regularly and replace as needed for proper function and safety. Regular maintenance is important to protect your investment and prevent problems later, after that new-car warranty expires.
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Volvo Technology Helps the Environment
Electric, plug-in hybrid and full hybrid models developed.
Using cutting-edge technology and forward thinking, Volvo is reducing its carbon footprint by designing cars that are environmentally friendly.
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Unforgettable Experiences from the Overseas Delivery Program
Arrange for a new Volvo combined with an unmatched tour of Europe.
Volvo invites customers to experience the Overseas Delivery Program, where what you get is part of where you go. Purchase a Volvo through the program and enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime European vacation from the behind the wheel of your brand new car.
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Libraries to Love
The nation’s largest libraries impress with more than just books.
There is no better time than Library Lovers Month to get out and explore some of the nation’s largest, most impressive libraries. Here are just a handful of the libraries that top the list according to the American Library Association:
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