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In the new Volvo V60 Inscription, you're sure to attract attention wherever you go. This popular mid-sized sports wagon is stylish and refined. It's available at Courtesy Volvo Cars of Chico with some great exterior accents that pop.

The wagon is available in a collection of great colors. To make those colors stand out, the V60 Inscription has many chrome accents. The material takes on a mirror finish for a touch of elegance. You can find chrome around the side windows, on the integrated exhaust pipes, and on the beautifully designed grille. 

At Courtesy Volvo Cars of Chico, we've noticed that the Volvo V90 is a popular luxury wagon. On top of having elegant design features, it has many convenient features too, like the hands-free power tailgate and keyless entry. The Volvo V90 has a few features that improve your safety as well: voice control and 360 degree surround view camera.

With voice control, you can keep your gaze focused on the road while adjusting the cabin temperature, your music playlist, and other vehicle controls. You can also answer important phone calls without taking your eyes off of the road.  

While it is always great to be able to work on your own car, time and lack of vehicle knowledge may not always allow you to do so. That is why we here at Courtesy Volvo Cars of Chico want to ensure that you know all about ASE.

?ASE stands for Automotive Service Excellence and is a designation that the National Institute of Automotive Service Excellence gives to the technicians who have passed their rigorous level of certification. If you go to a service center to have work done on your car and you see that the technicians are ASE…

When the winter months arrive, road salt can wreak havoc on the body of your vehicle. To help prevent salt corrosion on your vehicle, you have to find ways to remove the salt and protect your vehicle from the salt in the first place.

It is recommended that you wash your vehicle at least every ten days when the roads are covered with salt to help prevent damage. Pay attention to the underside of your vehicle, and make sure it is rinsed with water that is not recycled through the car wash. Wax your vehicle twice a year so there…

We know that your pets mean the world to you, which is why we wanted to be sure that you know all about how to safely travel with your pets. First, you should know that pets need to slowly learn how to travel instead of being thrown into it all at once. Some pets will adapt very quickly to rides in the car and even find it very enjoyable while others may need more time to warm up to the idea. Additionally, it is a good idea to always have a comfortable space for the animal to lay.  

No one wants to be involved in an accident, but occasionally they happen to all of us. The most important thing to remember in the aftermath is to remain calm. Make sure that everyone in your vehicles is okay and if there are injuries, call for help.

Being prepared for the unexpected will help you. If you are able to do so, move your vehicle to a safe place on the side of the road.  

The new Volvo XC60 Inscription comes with a number of powerful safety features. Here is why this is one of the popular luxury SUVs on the highway.

The all-new Volvo XC60 Inscription Trim is equipped with the Adaptive Cruise Control feature, helping reduce chances of accidents on the road. Set your speed, and if the radar detects slower traffic ahead, the feature powers down your brakes to maintain a buffer, then resumes desired speed after the road is again clear. 

The features in the new Volvo XC90 Momentum Trim make this luxury SUV one of the most popular on the road.

The Adaptive Cruise Control that comes equipped in the Volvo XC90 Momentum Trim is designed to make traveling on the highway safe for all. The radar can detect a vehicle moving too slow, and powers the brakes down enough to maintain safe distances until the vehicle is moved on, then speed resumes.

One feature in the new Volvo XC90 Momentum Trim that drivers certainly appreciate is the rear view camera. 

You've probably heard the term before when learning about the features of modern vehicles today, but what exactly is an infotainment system? If you're new to buying cars made recently, this may be a question you have.

Infotainment is a term that the industry uses to describe a vehicle's communications, information, and entertainment features.

When you are driving just after sunrise or just before sunset, the sun is in a position that causes motorists to experience glare. During these times, it is important to drive with caution because it can be difficult to see other motorists and pedestrians, such as students on their way to school. Read our tips on how you can manage glare when you are behind the wheel.