Many automakers have been cutting back their expenditures in motorsports, but Volvo on the other hand is looking to make a name for itself in racing. The Swedish brand has just announced that it will compete in the World Touring Car Championship for the next couple seasons.
The announcement comes as Volvo took the win this weekend at Mantorp Park in the Swedish Touring Car Championship. The car was fielded by Polestar, who will also be involved in the WTCC effort.
“This is a very proud moment for everyone at Volvo and Polestar. We have achieved this because the C30 is a very good car to begin with and because we have worked as a team and kept pushing forward both when challenged and when successful” said Derek Crabb, Volvo Cars Motorsport Director.
Aside from racing, Volvo recently unveiled the sportier side of its consumer vehicle lineup. S60 and V60 R-Design models were shown off at the Paris Motor Show, complete with an aggressive front fascia, 18-inch alloy wheels, and re-tuned suspension.
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