Experience and competence of Volvo is reflected in its lineup of vehicles. In reality, its reputation has actually been recognized in the recent towing competition. Volvo V50 D5 Sport was tagged as 'The Caravan Club Towcar of the Year 2007'. Said vehicle from Volvo likewise won the '₤ 25,001 to ₤ 33,000'. Said towcar competitors was signed up with by Tow Chandler 41 automobile models including rivals from Lexus, Saab, Jeep and Mercedes.

The Caravan Club chairman, Bob Black MBE stated, "The Volvo V50 D5 Sport showed grace and sophistication. Its contemporary excellent looks will turn heads and Volvo preserves its track record for quality and security. The Volvo V50 is a pleasure to drive and it truly is an exceptional towcar. This vehicle is sure to be popular with our members, both as a new and secondhand cars and truck in future years."

In stated competition, professionals applaud V50 D5's crisp acceleration, smooth-shifting five-speed automatic transmission, positive brakes, simple to utilize handbrake and fantastic stability'. These qualities were attributed to powerful Volvo parts which include the 2.4-litre D5 turbodiesel engine. The latter provides 180PS and with the basic Geartronic transmission can accomplish 0-60mph in 7.9 seconds. Its power plant can be controlled to achieve the best torque levels.

" We are thrilled to win the Caravan Club Towcar of the Year award. These awards are a fantastic acknowledgment of Volvo's dedication to developing great towcars and carry a great deal of respect from the public and our merchants," stated Hugh Reid, managing director, Volvo Cars and truck UK.

Volvo's commendable towing capabilities are popular. In truth, it carries out towing tests for all its new designs. These tests are done both in Sweden and Arizona. Said tests also include measurements and estimations to optimize its towing efficiency.

Mark Blundell, the former Solution One motorist likewise kept in mind, "It was an eye-opening experience to see how the vehicles are evaluated so rigorously and professionally. I am pleased to be involved with The Caravan Club Towcar of the Year competition as caravanning is hugely popular with motorsport fans and countless them take a trip to racing circuits with their caravans as they supply the perfect mobile lodging for a race weekend."