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Volvo S60 Black Enterprise

By Deborah Creighton Skinner | Published April 1, 2010 | Full size is 560 × 395 pixels

In an attempt to add sexiness to the traditional image of a Volvo being “the safe, but boring car,” Volvo Cars of North America LLC unveiled its 2011 Volvo S60 sport sedan in what it says is signals a revolution in Volvo design. Calling the S60 a “jawdropping” car that has “smile-inducing features,” Volvo expects it to eventually become its top seller in the U.S. The S60 has the slim coupe-like roof line and a new contour on the shoulders on either side of the lower body of the vehicle. Though sleek and aerodynamic, the S60 wouldn’t be a Volvo without increased safety measures. This car comes with a pedestrian detection with full auto brake feature that helps the driver avoid accidents. The car’s radar- and camera-based system can detect pedestrians in front of the car, warn the driver if anyone walks out into its path - and then automatically activate the S60's full braking power if the driver fails to respond in time. The five-passenger Volvo S60 arrives at dealerships later this fall. (Image source: Volvo) ##### The 2011 Infiniti QX is a full-size luxury SUV has been completely redesigned for the new model year. The QX is available in two models QX56 2WD (MSRP $56,700) and QX56 4WD (MSRP $59,800) and features a 5.6-liter V8 engine and 7-speed automatic transmission. With 400 horsepower and 413 lb-ft of torque, the QX has a 8,500-pound towing capacity , while also offering more than 10% better fuel economy than the previous generation QX. Both models come with hill start assist, which prevents the driver from rolling back if the driver stops on a slope and steps off the brake pedal. The feature allows drivers to switch from the brake pedal to the accelerator on steep inclines without worrying about tapping the car behind them. The Infiniti QX is slated to go on sale this summer. (Image source: Infiniti)

In an attempt to add sexiness to the traditional image of a Volvo being “the…