Blog

As the vibrant hues of autumn signal the arrival of cooler temperatures, it's also a signal to ensure your Volvo is prepared for temperature changes. At Goodwin's Volvo near Augusta and Lewiston, we understand the importance of fall service to keep your vehicle running smoothly and efficiently. Let's delve into why fall maintenance is crucial and what services we offer to keep your Volvo in optimal condition.

 

Last year was a big and wild year for the car business but at Goodwin’s Volvo, focus remained squarely on the customer and having a staff with deep product knowledge for all things Volvo. Thanks to that, Goodwin’s Volvo was the only Volvo dealership in Maine and one of only two Volvo dealerships in all of New England to receive the coveted Volvo Excellence Award for 2021!

To learn more about how Goodwin’s Volvo got here, we sat down with Rich Armstrong, General Sales Manager (GSM) of Goodwin’s Volvo to share his thoughts and experiences.
 

 

Volvo drivers in Topsham and the rest of Maine are getting exciting news. Volvo has teamed with Relais & Châteaux North America to offer exclusive advantages to Volvo owners at participating luxury hotels and bed & breakfast locations in Maine and nationwide. 

The B-Series is the unique class of Mild-Hybrids engine choices for Volvo models that come in the B4, B5, and B6 options. As Volvo moves towards a more efficient and greener future, consider the B-series engine the evolution of the traditional T-Series engines. The B-series is not a standard Hybrid engine, which is currently available from Volvo with the T8 engine option, but is what's commonly known in the industry as a Mild Hybrid engine. Is the B series the death of the combustion engine for Volvo? Not quite, but it is a signal to more responsible and better…

The future of Volvo vehicles is evolving steadily and upcoming vehicle manufacturing is shifting towards electric vehicles, known as EVs. Not all Electric Vehicles currently on the road and arriving at dealerships are fully 100% operated on electricity; many of them have engines and drivetrains that are known as hybrid or plug-in hybrid.

You must be wondering what are hybrid vehicles or plug-in hybrid vehicles and how are they different from fully electric vehicles?

Drivers in Brunswick, ME, who are on the lookout for a great electric car can find two fantastic options at Goodwin's Volvo. The Volvo XC40 Recharge and Volvo XC60 Recharge have both been named among the best electric and plug-in hybrid cars of 2021 by Autotrader. Drivers in Maine who are on the lookout for a fantastic electric or plug-in hybrid will want to check out the Volvo XC40 Recharge and Volvo XC60 Recharge at Goodwin's Volvo in Topsham, ME.

One option that many Volvo vehicles offer is a choice of engine: you can opt for the T5, the T6 , or the T8 engine, depending on your preferences. But what's the difference?

There is nothing more important than keeping your family and passengers safe while on the road. The Volvo XC60 incorporates technology and passive restraints that aide in this goal. From comprehensive IntelliSafe technology to preventive safety features, this SUV has everything you need to feel secure during travel.

Volvo developed the new 2020 XC90 as a premium SUV model that offers many capabilities to customers. The new 2020 Volvo XC90 is not only offered in a total of ten different colors for customers to match with their style, but there are also front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive trims that cater to the environments that customers live in.