It was a beautiful, sunny morning in Southern California when I geared up for an exclusive driving experience hosted by Volvo for influencers and automotive enthusiasts from around the globe. Leading up to our drive, we stayed at the stunning Pelican Hill resort on the Newport Coast. The resort itself was nothing short of spectacular, and Volvo had settled in for several weeks to refine our experience and create lasting memories for us. It was then that the realization dawned on me- I wasn’t here just to drive a Volvo, but to discover the essence of what driving one feels like.