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• Selected Volvo Stats
• 940 940 Estate 2.3 CD 5d (LPT) - 2316 cc - 135 bhp - 230 Nm
• 850 850 Estate 2.5 GLE (140bhp) 5d Auto - 2435 cc - 140 bhp - -
• C70 C70 Convertible 2.4T 2d - 2435 cc - 193 bhp - 270 Nm
• 850 850 Estate 2.3 T5 S Turbo 5d Auto - 2319 cc - 225 bhp - 300 Nm
• 940 940 Estate SE Turbo 5d Auto - 2383 cc - 122 bhp - -
• 960 960 Estate 3.0 GLE 5d Auto - 2922 cc - 204 bhp - 267 Nm
• 940 940 Estate 2.0 GL 5d Auto - 1986 cc - 111 bhp - -
• C70 C70 Coupé 2.4 2d Auto - 2435 cc - 170 bhp - 230 Nm
• 740 740 Estate 2.3 5d Auto - 2316 cc - - - -
• 940 940 Estate 2.0 SE 5d Auto (90) - 1986 cc - 111 bhp - -

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260 Tuning

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Weight reduction

Weight reduction, increase performance and improve handling by reducing the weight of the car. A guide to carbon fibre body panels and other methods to cut down the weight in a car. Read article...

>>> Diesels

Volvo Diesel Tuning

Modern Turbo diesel engine can be very easily tuned to offer substantially more power and torque. In many cases the MPG will remain the same or better so it really is a win win tuning solution with a remap. Read article...

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Volvo Chip Tuning

Chip Tuning involves replacing the main ECU chip containing the map or reflashing this chip with a remap. We look at chip tuning and what benefits and power gains are on offer. Read article...

>>> Forced Induction

Volvo Turbos

We take a look at the turbo, how it has developed over the years and the pros and cons of turbo engines. Turbo engines produce far more power than an equivalent NASP engine and offer a good compromise between power and economy. It is the power we are most Read article...

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Volvo Suspension settings

Car suspension setup and suspension tuning guide. Bound, rebound camber toe and damper settings for a fast road setup. Lowering the car and avoiding rubbing tyres. Read article...

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Volvo Sport Catalysts

The pros and cons of fitting a sports catalyst to your car. We also discuss running a decat and how this compares with a sports cat. Read article...

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Volvo Slip diffs

Upgrading the limited Slip diff LSD in a car can improve its handling in corners and the wet. Uprated LSD is often overlooked when it comes to tuning but can really reduce your track times. Read article...

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Volvo Alloy wheels

Alloy wheels and their impact on handling and performance. Wheel section improves handling, rotational weight and reduces wear. Read article...

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