Volvo V40 Catalytic Converter
When the Volvo V40 was launched in 1997, it represented a revival for the Swedish brand. It abandons the too straight and square body lines and harmoniously softens its style. It's a family car par excellence, but it's also one of the best in the world when it comes to safety, as it's full of attention for the youngest passengers.
The catalytic converter is the anti-pollution device found on all recent vehicles. Located just after the engine, it collects unburnt hydrocarbon residues and carbon monoxide. When these pollutants come into contact with rare metals heated to 400°C, they are converted into ...