Speed is not a word commonly associated with Volvo, a carmaker that has for decades been synonymous with Swedish practicality and suburban serenity. But unlike its stereotypical customers, the manufacturer performed a surprisingly quick U-turn last week when it announced that its beloved estate models would return to UK showrooms less than 12 months after they were axed.
In a victory for families, caravanners and dogwalkers — and a fair few Sunday Times readers — Volvo confirmed last week that its V60 and V90 models would be reintroduced following a “resurgence in demand” for its “estate products in recent months”.
The company said it was “blown away” by the outpouring of love for its signature vehicles following the announcement in August that they would no
