Fog Lights

[volvorocks]

Originally Posted by wilbydoughboy

Has anyone with the latest XC60 had the front fog lights fitted. I was wondering why the newer models dont have the fog lights fitted , surely this is a big safety benefit that volvo would fit as standard. Is it possible to have them fitted as an extra?

The first model XC60 had them and the second model XC60 didn't. I understand it is something to do with the redesigned power steering on later models taking up the space that the fog lights would have used.

Regards

[wimorrison]

Originally Posted by volvorocks

The first model XC60 had them and the second model XC60 didn't. I understand it is something to do with the redesigned power steering on later models taking up the space that the fog lights would have used.

Regards

Or that the place where the fog lights were is where the Daylight LEDs are fitted and they removed them as part of the marketing plan

[volvorocks]

Originally Posted by wimorrison

Or that the place where the fog lights were is where the Daylight LEDs are fitted and they removed them as part of the marketing plan

That would be the third model XC60 that has the day running lights, so it probably has the same steering set up as the second model XC60, if Volvo are to be believed.

Whatever the reason, it appears that Volvo are removing bits all over the place from each model it brings out!! 12v socket in the boot springs to mind!!!! Probably a cost cutting exercise!!

Regards

[GMcL]

Originally Posted by wimorrison

The RVLA requires a minimum 100mm between the illuminated surface of any stop light and the illuminated surface of the fog light.

I'm guessing this is the case unless Volvo make wonky cars. I assume the gap on the left is the same as the right as they don't know which side the steering wheel is going on at the design phase.

Originally Posted by wimorrison

Also, you don't need a GB sticker if you have a euro style number plate

I don't, therefore I do. Hope that makes sense. The Europeans I know think I have changed my name from Arnold Clark to Clive Brook. :-)

[wimorrison]

Originally Posted by GMcL

I'm guessing this is the case unless Volvo make wonky cars. I assume the gap on the left is the same as the right as they don't know which side the steering wheel is going on at the design phase.
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I agree, I was only pointing this out in case someone thinks that they are too close, have to say I have never confused brake and fog lights on a car.