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Protecting Volvo’s Leather & Wood Trim from Winter Salt & Road Debris

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Winter in Connecticut brings snow, salt, slush, and dirty road spray—all of which can sneak into your vehicle and damage the beautiful interior finishes Volvo is known for.
Leather seats, wood trim, and high-quality interior materials need extra care during the colder months to keep them looking clean and luxurious.

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Holiday Travel in Your Volvo: Feature Settings & Safety Checks for Long Cold Drives

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Holiday travel can be exciting, but long, cold drives in Connecticut require extra preparation.
Snow, freezing rain, and early sunsets can make roads more challenging, especially during the busiest travel season.

Driving a Volvo gives you a major advantage because Volvo vehicles are designed with advanced safety systems and comfort features.
As a trusted Volvo dealership in East Hartford, CT, Gengras Volvo of East Hartford is here to help you get the most out of your Volvo for holiday travel.

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Winter Window Defog & Visibility: Volvo Safety Tech You Should Use Now

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Driving during winter in Connecticut can be challenging.
Fogged windows, snow-covered windshields, and reduced visibility create risks—especially during early morning or late-night travel.

Thankfully, Volvo vehicles come packed with advanced visibility and defogging features that help you stay safe in cold, harsh weather.
At Gengras Volvo of East Hartford, we often hear from drivers looking for “certified Volvo cars for sale Hartford, CT” that visibility is one of their top winter concerns.

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Preparing Your Volvo Recharge for Cold Weather: Charge Rates, Battery Warmth & Efficiency Tips (November)

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Cold mornings arrive quickly in Connecticut. One day your commute feels normal, and the next day range drops and fast charging slows down.

Your Volvo Recharge can handle winter well with a few simple habits. Use these November tips to keep charge speeds steady, the cabin warm, and efficiency high.

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