Safety has been a cornerstone of the Volvo brand ever since its inception nearly a century ago when it was incorporated as one of the automaker's core values. Since then, safety has been a defining characteristic of every Volvo sedan, wagon, and crossover on the road, and the company has plenty of hardware to show for it. In 2020 alone, Volvo models garnered myriad honors in which safety was an essential consideration, including Consumer Guide's Automotive Best Buy (2020 XC40 and XC90) and Autotrader's Car of the Decade (XC90).
This past March, Volvo made history by earning more single-year TOP SAFETY PICK PLUS (TSP+) awards from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) than any other automaker since the recognition began. In February, nine Volvo models earned the institute's highest recognition, followed by an additional five in March, for a total of 14 in 2021. As of March 31, these vehicles produced after September 2020 have been designated TSP+ by the IIHS:
- XC40
- XC60
- XC60 Recharge
- XC90
- XC90 Recharge
- S60
- S60 Recharge
- S90
- S90 Recharge
- V60
- V60 Cross Country
- V60 Recharge
- V90
- V90 Cross Country
A Higher Safety Standard
In addition to superlative crash test results, another contributing factor to Volvo's historic haul was the company's focus on driver-assistance technologies. While many luxury manufacturers reserve some of their advanced driver aids for the higher trim levels or packages, Volvo includes them as standard equipment on every model, including:
- Volvo City Safety (forward collision warning and automatic emergency braking)
- Blind Spot Information System (BLIS™ )
- Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
- Lane Keeping Aid
- Road Sign Information
- Automatic high beams
Test-drive a new Volvo in Little Rock, AR
If you're in the market for a new luxury car or crossover with a proven reputation for safety and innovation, reach out to McLarty Volvo Cars of Little Rock today for more information about the latest Volvo models and their available trims, features, and special financing offers. And if you'd like to experience their amenities, accommodations, and driving dynamics for yourself, we invite you to schedule a test drive with us at your convenience. We'll be happy to give you a tour.
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