CARS GLOBALMAG March 2016

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Gatebil on ice - VIDEO

AUTONEWS

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Geneva Auto Show Auto news March

MISS OF THE MONTH

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GT40 again!

FOCUS

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The Jaguar F-Pace - VIDEO

RACING SIDE

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This is the best

Interview: Tom Kristensen

GLOBALNEWS

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The Frozen Trio - VIDEO

Mono Extra Large

CLASSIC

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… over $102 million

SPECIAL

The Andy Green’s diary

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1 MONTH 4 PICS For Donkervoort the 2016 is the perfect moment for a next step: a step further, a step bigger, a step more extreme‌!

So the Dutch Company is going to launch its new product range: please meet the Donkervoort D8 GTO-S, the D8 GTO-RS and the D8 GTO-R.

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There’s a roar in the desert – spitting sand and kicking up rocks. It’s the sound of the all-new 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor, running in the 2016 Best in the Desert off-road racing series’ new factory stock class.

The Raptor race truck will leverage Raptor’s production platform including its all-new high-output 3.5-liter EcoBoost® engine and 10-speed transmission, along with torque-on-demand transfer case.

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1 MONTH 4 PICS The 2016 Liqui Moly Bathurst 12 Hours has been won by the McLaren 650S GT3 of customer team Tekno Autosports (driven

by Alvaro Parente, Shane Van Gisbergen and Jonathon Webb) in one of the hardest fought battles in the history of the event on the iconic Mount Panorama Circuit – Australia.

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For Ogier and Ingrassia, this latest victory was the third success in four years at the classic Rally Sweden and their 34th in total.

The road to victory demanded a herculean effort from the threetime world champions, for which Volkswagen was rewarded with its eleventh win in a row and 36th triumph in 41 rallies. Picture courtesy of Volkswagen Media Service

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GATEBIL ON ICE

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most European teams are tucked up in warm workshops waiting for the new season to kick into gear, a hardcore group of racers ventured out to Norway on the 30th January 2016, for what is known as Gatebil on Ice. Between them the World RX racer and XGames medalist Liam Doran, that armed with his fire-spitting Rallycross car decided that there was no better way to catch a slice of the action than to join the snow shredding mayhem on the frozen lakes.

“That’s so much fun.

Seriously some of the most fun I’ve had in my car,” said a stoked Liam Doran. “I can’t believe how awesome those tyres are. I was having to weave around the traffic on the tighter track, but I still had enough control to fully link turns and send it in sideways. I was at the top of sixth gear on the big circuit layout, which just feels crazy on ice.

Because of the small fuel tank we run for rallycross races, I only had enough fuel to run for a couple of laps at a time – I wanted to stay out longer. The whole event has just been a lot of fun, and to top it off we came away with some trophies; runner up in the powerslide contest, and second place in the ‘snow and shine’. Not bad for rallycross competition car. I can’t wait to do it all again.”

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Liam Doran: “I honestly believe that World Rally Cross drivers are not paid enough. The level of RX events is more and more professional, we are visiting top level racing facilities and the show we offer is superexciting. I think the moment is arrived that the driver’s fee has to be a upgraded…”

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A U TO N E W S G ENEVA The 86th Geneva International Motor Show, the first major event on the European auto industry calendar in 2016, welcomed more than 10,000 accredited media from around the world.

67 press conferences were held in the first two days of the show to present 120 World and European car premieres.

200 exhibitors from 30 countries occupied the total 77,323 square meters of the 7 exhibition halls of Palexpo. One of the ‘Top 5’ Auto Shows in the world, Geneva once again didn’t disappoint the public looking for either the top of the performances in the new supercars or the most energy-efficient vehicles of the future.

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Abarth 124 spider

The new Abarth 124 combines the authentic roadster experience packed with Italian design. The car will be available in September with prices starting from â‚Ź40,000 for all Europe. It is equipped with a powerful, reliable four-cylinder 1.4-litre MultiAir Turbo engine.

It delivers 170 HP (about 124 HP per litre) and 250 Nm of torque. It has a top speed of 230 km/h and goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.8-seconds. The spider is available with a six-speed manual or the automatic Sequenziale Sportivo gearbox.

Alfa Romeo

Giulia & Giulietta

The wider Alfa Romeo Giulia range has been unveiled. At launch, the powertrain range comprises four new engines: 200hp 2.0-litre turbo petrol; 150hp 2.2-litre turbo diesel; 180hp 2.2-litre turbo diesel engine and the range-topping 510hp 2.9-litre V6 BiTurbo petrol engine. Three trim levels will be available: Giulia, Super and Quadrifoglio. The comprehensive standard equipment can also be enhanced, on request, with the Luxury Pack and the Sport Pack.

New Giulietta comes with important innovations, like the new 1.6 JTDm 120 HP turbo diesel engine paired with the Alfa TCT. In addition, the line-up has been rationalised and now features three trim levels (Giulietta, Giulietta Super and Giulietta Veloce), two packs (Veloce and Lusso) and nine engine versions (petrol, diesel and LPG).

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Aston Martin DB11

The DB11 showcases a fresh and distinctive design language, pioneering aerodynamics and is powered by a potent new in-house designed 5.2-litre twin-turbocharged V12 engine. Built upon a new lighter, stronger, and more space efficient bonded aluminum structure, DB11 is the most powerful, most efficient and most dynamically gifted DB model

in Aston Martin’s history. The engine develops develops 608PS (600BHP) and 700Nm of torque, with a top speed of 200mph and a 0-62mph time of just 3.9sec. Recommended Retail Price is from ₏204,900 in Germany and $211,995 in USA, with first deliveries of the DB11 car scheduled to begin during the fourth quarter of 2016.

Audi Q2

The new Audi Q2 is a powerful SUV with a strong image created by the high-mounted Singleframe grille in octagonal design as well as the large air inlets. Especially eye-catching is the low roof that descends and merges into the C-pillars with colour offset blades. The vehicle measures 1.51 metres tall and 1.79 metres wide. The overhangs are short with a vehicle length of 4.19 metres and a wheelbase of 2.60 metres. Many equipment packages, exterior colors and expressive colors for interior trim and seat upholstery allow plenty of creative space for personal configuration.

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Bentley

Mulsanne & Flying Spur V8 S

Bentley unveiled its new Mulsanne model range. The new range comprises the Mulsanne, the performance-focused Mulsanne Speed and the all-new, ultra-luxurious Mulsanne Extended Wheelbase with its new extended wheelbase variant offering airline-style seats. Bentley also unveiled an important new addition to its Flying Spur ran-

ge, the Flying Spur V8 S. Sitting between the current Flying Spur V8 and the family flagship W12 model, the performance-focused V8 S develops 528 PS and 680 Nm. The V8 S has a top speed of 190 mph (306 km/h) with power delivered to the road via all-wheel drive with a 40:60 rear-biased torque split.

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BMW

M760Li xDrive

The new BMW M760Li xDrive raises the bar in the sporting luxury sedan segment as the flagship variant of the successfully launched BMW 7 Series model range. The first ever M Performance TwinPower Turbo 12-cylinder petrol engine generates 448 kW/610 HP and sprints from 0 to 100 km/h / 62 mph in 3.7 seconds. The preliminary figures for fuel consumption combined are 12.6 l/100 km and for CO2 emissions combined are 294 g/km.

The high-performance unit with leading-edge M Performance TwinPower Turbo technology accelerates the BMW M760Li xDrive from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.7 seconds on the way to an electronically limited top speed of 250 km/h.

Bugatti Chiron

The Chiron is the latest generation of the ultimate super sports car and is a completely new development. With a power output of 1,500 HP, unprecedented for production vehicles, an exceptionally high torque value of 1,600 Nm between 2,000 and 6,000 rpm and a wide variety of technical innovations, the Chiron sets new standards in every respect. Only 500 of these exceptional cars are to be produced. The basic price is â‚Ź2.4 million net. Currently, advance orders have been received for one third of the total production run. The first vehicle is due to be delivered to a customer this autumn.Â

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Citroën

C4 Cactus Rip Curl

The Citroën C4 Cactus Rip Curl is born from the collaboration between Citroën and Rip Curl, the legendary brand from the world of surfing. The car’s major innovation is enhanced traction. Associated with the more powerful C4 Cactus engines, each mated to a manual gearbox, Citroën’s C4 Cactus Rip Curl Special Edition is the only version to come with Grip Control. The car also features special Mud & Snow tyres to help keep it moving on difficult surfaces. The Grip Control system provides the benefit of intelligent traction in ‘off-road’ mode. It uses an advanced anti-skid function built into the ESP computer, which manages the traction from the driven front wheels.

Corvette Grand Sport

With Corvette Racing in its DNA, the allnew 2017 Corvette Grand Sport combines a lightweight architecture, a track-honed aerodynamics package, Michelin tires and a naturally aspirated engine. The LT1 V8 engine rated at (343 kW) 460 hp, with dry-sump oiling system and active exhaust is mated with the seven-speed manual transmission with active rev match and available eight-speed paddle-shift automatic with specific performance calibration. The Grand Sport Collector Edition features an exclusive Watkins Glen Gray Metallic exterior with Tension Blue hashmark graphics, satin black full-length stripes, black wheels and a unique Tension Blue full leather and suede-wrapped interior.

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DS

E-TENSE

A year after the official launch of the brand, DS Automobiles is unveiling the head-turning DS E-TENSE, an electric-powered Supercar that silently produces 516Nm of torque, 402hp and zero emissions. Measuring 4.72m long and 1.29m high, DS’s ambition with the DS E-TENSE is to create a high-performance electric GT car that brings together state-of-the-art technology and

avant-garde design. The DS E-TENSE takes DS LED Vision – a hallmark of all current DS vehicles – to the next level, making it active.

They now rotate at 180°. Furthermore there is a welcome mode for the driver, and most importantly new features including a highway function for motorway driving and a weather function that widens the beam in rain, snow and fog.

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Dacia

Duster Essential

The Duster Essential which introduces a new series of limited-edition versions of the Duster, Sandero, Logan, Logan MCV, Dokker and Lodgy combines a smart look with enhanced travelling comfort. Exterior features include a new body colour (Tourmaline Brown) and new alloy wheels, along with specific badging and body colour bumpers. Inside, passengers benefit from Bluetooth and USB connectivity, electric front windows and central locking.

Ford

Fiesta ST200

Ford revealed a new Ford Fiesta ST200 model that delivers 10 per cent more power and 20 per cent more torque, with 200PS and 290Nm from a specially calibrated 1.6-litre EcoBoost petrol engine. The most powerful production Fiesta ever, the Fiesta ST200 will sprint from 0-62mph in 6.7sec, and will feature an exclusive specification including a unique Storm Grey exterior, distinctive machined matt black alloy wheels and special interior detailing.Â

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Ferrari GTC4Lusso

Ferrari announced the addition to its range of the Ferrari GTC4Lusso, the new four-seater which hails a major evolution of the sporting Grand Tourer concept by integrating rearwheel steering with four-wheel drive for the first time. The GTC4Lusso’s 12-cylinder engine delivers smooth, consistent power, punching out a massive 690 cv at 8,000 rpm. Maximum torque is 697 Nm at 5,750 rpm with 80% already available at just 1,750 rpm for superb responsiveness even at low revs.

The Ferrari-patented 4RM Evo four-wheel drive system is integrated with rear-wheel steering for the first time. The result is the newly-patented 4RM-S (four-wheel drive and steering) system which, based on yet another exclusive Prancing Horse patent, the latest evolution of the Slip Side Control (4.0) system, now incorporates the electronic differential (E-Diff) and the SCM-E dampers.

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FIAT

Tipo

The new FIAT Tipo hatchback provides exceptional roominess and is capable of accommodating three six-feet-plus adult passengers in the rear - thanks to class-leading legroom and outstanding headroom - within its 4.37m long, 1.79m wide and 1.50m tall dimensions. Its boot capacity is of 440 litres, while the estate version adds an additional 110 litres of boot space. In terms of the model range, both the hatchback and estate will be offered in three trim levels. The engine range will comprise five engines in total. There are two turbo diesel engines – a 1.3-litre and a 1.6-litre MultiJet II, while the petrol engine range comprises a 1.4-litre 16v, a 1.4 turbo petrol and the 1.6-litre e-TorQ engine.

Honda Civic prototype

Prototype of the next-generation Civic hatchback features include: low, wide proportions and long wheelbase and first European vehicle to be available with Honda’s all-new 1.0-litre and 1.5-litre VTEC TURBO petrol engines Further improvements made to existing 1.6-litre i-DTEC engine. The all-new Civic Hatchback will feature a range of three powertrain in total: 1.0-litre and 1.5-litre VTEC TURBO petrol engines, and the aforementioned 1.6-litre i-DTEC diesel unit. It will be available in Europe early in 2017.

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Hyundai IONIQ

Hyundai Motor introduced the All-New Hyundai IONIQ line-up, consisting of: IONIQ Hybrid, IONIQ Electric and IONIQ Plug-in. The world’s first model offering three electrified powertrains, IONIQ will make low-to zero-emission mobility accessible to everyone. The IONIQ Hybrid and IONIQ Plug-in both feature the new Kappa 1.6-litre GDI, direct injection petrol, four-cylinder engine with a class-leading thermal efficiency

of 40 per cent delivering 105 PS and 147 Nm of torque. In combination with 32 KW electric motor IONIQ Hybrid offers a system output of 103.6 kW (141 PS) and up to 265 Nm of torque accelerating to a top speed of up to 185 km/h (115mph). The IONIQ Electric offers pure e-mobility through a 28 kWh Lithium-ion Polymer battery for an estimated range of over 250 km (155 miles).

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Jeep

Cherokee Overland

Jeep Cherokee Overland, the new top-ofthe-line model was showcased in Light Brownstone livery and comes equipped with a 2.2-liter MultiJet II 200 horsepower turbo diesel engine paired with a nine-speed automatic transmission. The exterior of the new Cherokee Overland features a polished bright front grille, new body-colour door cladding and wheel flares, new 18-inch polished bright aluminium wheels, standard HID bi-xenon headlamps and Overland badge on the tailgate.

Kia

Optima Sportswagon The all-new Kia Optima Sportswagon, Kia’s first ever D-segment tourer, is due to go on sale across Europe in Q4 2016. While the front of the car remains the same as the Optima saloon, its strong, rising shoulder and gently sloping, swept-back cabin continue for longer to produce its distinctive tourer body shape. The front-wheel drive Optima Sportswagon will be available with a range of Euro 6-compliant petrol and diesel engines. The Optima Sportswagon offers the choice of either a 1.7-litre CRDi diesel or 2.0-litre CVVL petrol engine, while GT models are equipped with Kia’s new high-powered 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol direct injection engine.

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Jaguar F-Type SVR

Jaguar revealed the F-TYPE SVR, an even more extreme version of the sports car and its first to wear the high-performance SVR badge.

Developed to exploit the lightweight aluminum sports car’s full potential while retaining its inherent tractability and day-to-day usability, the Jaguar F-TYPE SVR will sprint to 60 mph in just 3.5 seconds and, in coupe trim, joins an

elite club of cars capable of accelerating to 200 mph. The F-TYPE SVR features the latest evolution of the Jaguar Land Rover 5.0-liter supercharged V8 engine, delivering the power and torque ratings of 575HP and 516-lb.ft. of torque. Wider, specially-developed Pirelli P Zero 265/35/ZR20 and 305/30/ZR20 tires provide exceptional levels of grip.

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Lamborghini Centenario

Automobili Lamborghini presented the Lamborghini Centenario. Only 20 coupÊ and 20 roadster versions of the Centenario will be produced and all 40 cars are already sold, at a start price of 1.75 million euros plus tax. Using the V12 architecture, the Centenario’s naturally aspirated engine produces 770 hp and powers

from 0-100 km/h in 2.8 seconds, and from 0-300 km/h in 23.5 seconds with a top speed of more than 350 km/h. Braking from 100 km/h to standstill is achieved in 30 meters. A monocoque and body in full carbon fiber provide a low weight of 1,520 kg and a weight to power ratio of just 1.97 kg/hp.

Maserati Levante

Design, Exclusivity and Performance are the key characteristics for describing this new Maserati. The interior has been created with the finest materials, most exquisite to the touch, from optional premium leather to Ermenegildo Zegna silk, made in Trivero by the Zegna wool mill with a patented process. The new Maserati SUV is based on the Quattroporte and Ghibli architecture. The Levante is fitted with a 3 litre V6 Twin-Turbo petrol engine with either 350hp or 430hp, and a 275hp 3 litre V6 Turbo Diesel. All engines are combined with the “Q4” intelligent all-wheel drive system - which can transfer torque between the axles instantaneously when required - and an 8-speed automatic gearbox, with integrated Start&Stop System.

The Levante S (430hp) covers 0-100 km/h in 5.2 seconds, has a top speed of 264 km/h, while the Levante (350hp) accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.0 seconds and achieves a top speed of 251 km/h.

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Lexus LC 500h

Lexus unveiled the hybrid version of its allnew LC luxury coupe at the 2016 Geneva Motor Show. The LC 500h is equipped with Lexus’ next generation hybrid powertrain, the Lexus Multi Stage Hybrid System, providing enhanced driving experience, more performance, and greater efficiency. The LC was first revealed at the 2016 North America International Auto Show. Its styling, performance and craftsmanship position the vehicle as Lexus’ flagship coupe. The LC also utilizes Lexus’ new architecture that promises enhanced dynamic capability.

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McLaren 675LT & 570GT

Making its public debut at the Geneva Motor Show, the 675LT Spider is limited to only 500 examples worldwide. The team at MSO has developed a one-off example of the track-honed Spider finished in Ceramic Grey from the MSO Defined range with even greater levels of carbon fibre than the standard model. Â The satin carbon fibre retractable hardtop and tonneau can be operated at speeds up to 40km/h.

The 570GT is the most practical model ever launched by McLaren Automotive. The stan-

dard fixed glass Panoramic Roof provides a bright, open cabin with a dramatic glasshouse design running through to the large rear glass hatch. The 570GT is fitted with the McLaren-developed 3.8-litre twin turbo V8 M838TE engine. Power and torque remain at 570PS (562bhp) and 600 Nm (443lb ft) and power is delivered to the rear wheels via a seven-speed seamless-shift transmission with adjustment through Normal, Sport and Track settings. As with all McLaren models the 570GT uses a carbon fibre chassis.

Mercedes-AMG C43 Cabriolet & Mercedes C300

Just like the C43 Coupe, the all-season Cabriolet features a combination of a 362 hp 3.0-liter V6 Biturbo engine, fast-acting 9GTRONIC automatic transmission and standard-fit AMG Performance 4MATIC all-wheel drive. The engine provides 362 hp and peak torque of 384 lb-ft, sprinting from 0-60 mph in 4.7 seconds and on to a top speed of 155 mph (electronically limited). The 9G-TRONIC automatic transmission is especially matched to the demands of the car.

As the new entry-level model into the cabriolet world of Mercedes-Benz, the C300 Cabriolet, available in both rear-wheel-drive and 4MATIC drivetrains, resembles that of the C-Class Coupe with virtually identical basic dimensions. The AMG-inspired “Sport Package� is available as an alternative to underline the dynamism of the Cabriolet.

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Nissan

Premium Concepts

The Nissan stand hosted the world premiere of the new ‘Premium Concept’ Qashqai and X-Trail crossovers. With the use of carbon fibre, 20-inch wheels and enhanced ‘V-motion’ grilles as features Nissan has explored how a more premium and dynamic design interpretation could enhance and extend the appeal of its award-winning crossover range in the future. Nissan also presented the Qashqai crossover that will be the company’s first vehicle in Europe to feature autonomous drive technology when it rolls off the line next year.

It will be equipped with ‘Piloted Drive 1.0’, a feature that allows cars to drive autonomously and safely in a single lane in heavy traffic conditions on highways.

Opel/Vauxhall

GT Concept & Mokka

A key innovation of the GT Concept is its large doors with integrated side windows that show a seamless transition from glass to painted surfaces. Both driver and front passenger gain access to the spacious interior after pressing a touchpad for the electric doors that is integrated in the red signature line of the roof.

The doors cleverly open into the front arches, using a space-saving and patented mounting that allows a large opening angle for tight parking spaces in urban areas. Two cameras mounted behind the wheel arches offer enhanced visibility, especially in city driving.

After introducing the 1.6-litre ‘Whisper Diesel’ engine last year, the Mokka range is now extended further to include a new generation 1.4-litre Direct Injection Turbo (152PS) petrol

unit which first appeared in the all-new Astra.

With a six-speed automatic transmission, adaptive all-wheel drive and start/stop, this Mokka achieves 42.8mpg and CO2 emissions of 154g/km.

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Porsche 911 R

Unveiled today at the 2016 Geneva International Motor Show, the new Porsche 911 R boasts a powerful 500 hp (368 kW) four-liter naturally-aspirated flat-six engine driving the rear wheels, a six-speed manual transmission, and a lightweight body. It is also limited to just 991 examples worldwide. From a standing start, 0-60 mph is possible in 3.7 seconds. In keeping with the pure character of the 911 R, it is available exclusively with a six-speed manual sports transmission. The forward thrust of the 911 R continues to a potential top speed of 201 mph (323 km/h), and Combined NEDC fuel consumption is 21.2 mpg (13.3 l/100 km).

Renault

SCENIC & Megane Sport Tourer GT The design of the new SCENIC marks a major shift. It sits on large 20-inch wheels – the standard fitment across the range. Depending on version, the C-shaped front headlights benefit from LED PURE VISION technology, while Edge Light technology provides the taillights with a 3D effect. Before the end of 2016, the new SCENIC will be available with the Hybrid Assist electric option for its Energy dCi 110 diesel engine, mated to a six-speed manual gearbox. The new SCENIC offers six diesel engine options and two petrol alternatives. It offers a two-tone livery.

The design of the new MEGANE Sport Tourer GT features a distinctive C-shaped lighting signature at the front. The new MEGANE Sport Tourer GT is the first C-segment Sport Tourer to benefit from 4CONTROL technology. Spe-

cifically tailored to the new MEGANE Sport Tourer, 4CONTROL endows the car with precise, dynamic handling on twisty roads and generates genuine driving pleasure.

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Peugeot 2008

The Peugeot 2008 is taking on an assertive, powerful and appealing SUV design. Its wheel arch extensions, new vertical front grille and scuff plates confirm its robustness. The Access, Active and Allure levels are complemented by the new superior ‘GT Line’. The Peugeot 2008 is equipped with Mirror Screen, along with the reversing camera, Active City Brake and Park Assist, a rarity in this segment. Four versions are Best-in-Class in their segment, including the 1.2L PureTech 130 S&S 6-speed manual gearbox.

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Rinspeed Etos

The technical highlight in the interior of the “Ʃtos” is no doubt the folding and retracting steering wheel from ZF TRW. As if by magic, it disappears in the dashboard in a few seconds. This creates lots of space in front the driver.

The position of the two curved 21.5-inch Ultra HD widescreen monitors is individually adjustable to provide an even better view of the displayed contents. A total of eight HD exterior cameras visually monitor the vehicle surroundings completely. This makes impressive

180-degree panoramic views in front of the vehicle and behind possible and provides virtual “exterior mirrors” with an expanded field of vision that has no blind spots. People and objects in the entire vehicle surroundings are detected and tracked automatically. If they represent an accident hazard, the driver receives an appropriate warning. The elegantly and futuristically styled “Ʃtos” - on the technical basis of the BMW i8 - is a sustainable but also a fast racer.

SEAT

Ateca

When pre-order books open for SEAT Ateca SUV this spring, a wide range of versions will be available. The choice of powerful turbocharged TSI petrol and TDI diesel engines spans from 115 PS to 190 PS, with either front-wheel or all-wheel drive, with manual or dual-clutch DSG transmissions. The extensive array of technology options extends from fullLED headlamps through a broad portfolio of assistance systems, including some of the latest new systems such as Traffic Jam Assist and Emergency Assist. Three equipment lines offer colors and top-quality materials to suit every taste, with the top-of-the-range being the XCELLENCE.

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ŠKODA VisionS

The ŠKODA VisionS incorporates the brand’s new design language, carrying it over into the SUV segment. Based on the Volkswagen Group’s Modular Transverse Matrix (MQB), this is ŠKODA’s first vehicle to feature six seats across three rows. Another highlight of the concept vehicle is its plug-in hybrid powertrain: with 165 kW (225 hp), the show car accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.4 seconds with a top speed of almost 200 km/h.

The ŠKODA VisionScan go up to 50 km on electric alone, and will travel up to 1000 km with both systems . The ŠKODA Octavia vRS 4×4 will also be celebrating its debut at this year’s motor show: ŠKODA’s top-of-the-range Octavia is available as a saloon or estate with the 2.0 TDI engine with 135 kW (184 PS) and DSG transmission.

Spyker C8 Preliator

The Spyker C8 Preliator’s contemporary design is even more heavily inspired by Spyker’s aviation heritage than any of our previous models with a clear emphasis on the typical aircraft air intakes, the so-called NACA ducts, and represents the latest evolution of Spyker’s signature architecture. The Spyker C8 Preliator is available in 16 standard colors, but customers may choose any color they wish as an option, as well as the sporty Spyker Squadron GT2 colour scheme. Engine is 90 degree V8 producing 525ps.

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SsangYong Tivoli XLV & SIV-2 Sharing the same platform and 2,600mm wheelbase as the Tivoli, the XLV features a lengthened body from behind the C pillar, an increase of 235mm over the standard car, expanding the load capacity to a huge 720 cubic liters of space. It will be offered with a choice of a Euro 6 compliant 1.6 litre petrol or 1.6 litre diesel engine, and matched with the option of a 6-speed manual transmission or 6-speed Aisin automatic, two-wheel drive or four wheel drive.

The SIV-2 is a mild hybrid, powered by a 1.5 litre direct injection turbocharged petrol engine combined with a 10kW electric motor-generator and a 500Wh lithium ion bat-

tery. This creates a 48V mild hybrid system which offers quiet and efficient driving, reduced CO2 emissions and silent running when idling and at slow speeds.

Subaru XV Concept

The Subaru XV Concept is a design study that embodies Subaru’s next-generation ‘DYNAMIC X SOLID’ design philosophy, with a solid, robust appearance and raised ground clearance.

At the front the concept features the company’s signature hexagonal grille and ‘hawkeye’ headlamps. The rear of the car echoes the same wide, low and highly stable stance portrayed by the front, with powerful shoulders over the matt black-clad rear bumpers which rise to meet the car’s rear combination lamps.

Subaru has given the concept an exclusive new paint finish, ‘Glacier Khaki Silica’ – a newly-developed blue-grey tone created to evoke the appearance of glacier ice.

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Suzuki Baleno

The new technologies include a rigid, lightweight new generation platform, highly responsive 1.0-litre direct-injection turbo BOOSTERJET engine, and 1.2-litre SHVS (Smart Hybrid Vehicle by Suzuki) powertrain featuring engine assist from an Integrated Starter Generator connected to a Lithium ion Battery.

Toyota

CH-R

The Toyota C-HR brings innovation to its segment through the introduction of a hybrid powertrain. Using Toyota’s very latest 1.8 hybrid system, the C-HR has CO2 emissions of less than 90 g/km, unrivalled within its segment. Delivering 122 DIN hp, this new hybrid powertrain is more efficient and lighter, and offers sharper performance than the previous system. Alternatively, the Toyota C-HR is available with the new 115 DIN hp/85 kW 1.2 litre turbo engine, which debuted in the Auris.

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Volkswagen Phideon & T-Cross Breeze

The all-new Volkswagen Phideon luxury saloon will be launched on the Chinese market in the third quarter of this year.

The top-of-the-range model – the Phideon 3.0 TSI 4MOTION, which comes with fourwheel drive as standard – is powered by a 3.0 litre V6 turbocharged direct injection petrol engine that produces 220 kW/300 PS. This efficient TSI develops maximum torque of 440 Nm. The new five-seater from Volkswagen will also be available as a 2.0 TSI (with four-cylinder engines) with frontwheel drive. A model with a plug-in hybrid drive is also planned for the future.

At a length of 4,133 mm, the T-Cross Breeze concept boasts a long wheelbase of 2,565 mm, resulting in short body overhangs. The concept car is 1,798 mm wide.

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RAM

Power Wagon

For 2017, the Power Wagon will top the lineup of Ram Tracks. Based on the Ram 2500 Heavy Duty 4x4 Crew Cab, the Power Wagon features a number of off-road-specific enhancements, including a unique suspension with more than two inches of lift, locking differentials and a 12,000-lb. winch, giving this beast a significant advantage over other production pickups. The 2017 Ram Power Wagon engineering efforts include a best-in-class 410 horsepower, 6.4-liter HEMI V-8 engine.

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CHEVROLET Trax

Contemporary design elements, including an all-new front-end appearance, and a new premium interior compose the visual updates of the 2017 Chevrolet Trax. Returning for 2017 is the Trax’s Ecotec 1.4L turbocharged four-cylinder engine, which is backed by a six-speed automatic transmission. The engine is rated at an SAE-certified 138 horsepower (102 kW) and 148 lb-ft of torque (200 Nm) between 1,850 and 4,900 rpm. The 2017 Trax goes on sale this fall, offered in LS, LT and new Premier trims.Â

NISSAN Armada

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With the introduction of the all-new secondgeneration Armada full-size SUV, arriving at Nissan dealers nationwide in mid-2016, the last piece of Nissan’s transformation of its SUV and crossover lineup falls into place.

Key distinctions between the 2017 Armada and the previous generation include a fresh exterior design, enhanced performance from a new 390-horsepower 5.6-liter Endurance V8 and new 7-speed automatic transmission, a comfortable full-feature cabin and classexclusive available safety and security features – including Predictive Forward Collision Warning (PFCW), Blind Spot Intervention (BSI), Backup Collision Intervention (BCI) and Around View Monitor (AVM) with Moving Object Detection (MOD). Available in three high-content grade levels – SV, SL and Platinum – in both 2-wheel and 4-wheel drive configurations.

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HYUNDAI Santa Fe

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Hyundai Santa Fe improvements span everything from fresh exterior design and LED lighting signatures to additional infotainment, convenience and safety technologies and new Drive Mode selection with Sport, Eco and Normal settings. All Santa Fe powertrains now offer new Drive Mode selection with Sport, Eco and Normal settings. The 2017 Santa Fe line-up continues to offer front- or all-wheel drive and seating options for five, six or seven passengers. The 2017 Santa Fe Sport is powered by an efficient 2.4-liter four-cylinder direct-injected engine with 185 horsepower or the more powerful, turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine with 240 horsepower.

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KIA

Niro HUV & Optima PHEV

The Chicago Auto Show hosted the global debut of the all-new 2017 Kia Niro Hybrid Utility Vehicle (HUV). The HUV’s design language is atypical of a hybrid, appearing strong and confident with subtly sculpted surfaces offset by robust styling cues. Like the rest of Kia’s lineup, the Niro will be offered with a suite of advanced driver assistance and convenience technologies. Familiar features that will be available on the HUV include Blind Spot Detection with Rear Cross Traffic Alert and Lane Change Assist; Advanced Smart Cruise Control; Lane Departure Warning; and Autonomous Emergency Braking.

Utilizing Kia’s highly efficient 2.0-liter “Nu” four-cylinder GDI engine, mated to a sixspeed automatic transmission, power output for the new Optima PHEV is targeted for 154 hp @ 6,000 rpm. Electric power is produced by a transmission-mounted 50 kW motor, which is 42 percent more powerful than in the previous Optima Hybrid to allow for greater all-electric capability. This hybrid system provides a fast and seamless transition from EV to gasoline to hybrid modes, as well as more refined shift quality.

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TOYOTA

Tacoma TRD Pro

This fall, the Toyota Tacoma will rejoin the 2017 model year TRD Pro family with all-new factory-installed off-road equipment designed by the experts at Toyota Racing Development (TRD) to make it even more off-road capable than before. Based on the Tacoma TRD OffRoad 4x4 Double Cab Short Bed model in either 6-speed manual (with clutch start-cancel switch) or 6-speed automatic transmission, the new Tacoma TRD Pro will be available in three exterior colors: Cement, Barcelona Red Metallic, and Super White. The Tacoma TRD Pro will be powered by a 3.5-Liter V6 DOHC 24-valve direct-injection Atkinson-cycle engine with VVT-iW (Variable Valve Timing-intelligent Wide) intake and VVT-I exhaust.

VOLVO

V90

The Volvo V90 was revealed in Stockholm, Sweden. The stylish and versatile V90 is the latest in the car maker’s top-of-the-line 90 series sitting alongside the award winning XC90 SUV and the recently-launched S90 premium sedan. The new V90 delivers cutting-edge Pilot Assist semi-autonomous drive technology, the most advanced standard safety package on the market, with large animal detection and run-off road mitigation, and class-leading connectivity including smartphone integration with Apple CarPlay.

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CADILLAC XT5

The Cadillac XT5 crossover will be available in four trim levels, including a range-topping Platinum model, a first for Cadillac in this segment. XT5 Platinum includes unique interior and exterior trim and materials and combines them with the highest technology features. In the U.S. market, the 2017 Cadillac XT5 will be powered by the new 3.6-liter V6 engine which recently debuted on the ATS and CTS sport sedans and is featured on the all-new CT6 flagship model. Peak output of 310-horsepower and 270 lb.-ft. of torque. A new 8-speed automatic transmission is standard for the XT5, which also debuts Electronic Precision Shift.

RENAULT

KWID Climber & Racer

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Two new Renault show cars were presented at the 2016 New Delhi Auto Show. Renault KWID Climber stands tall as an off-roader.

With its high ground clearance, wide track, short overhangs and the specially designed pattern of its tyres, this car is built for adventure off the beaten track. Renault KWID Racer belongs to an entirely different category of car and conjures up the world of racing, with 18-inch alloy wheels, low-profile tyres, honed aerodynamics, bucket seats and a roll cage.

It boasts of a sporty metallic blue finish. Its wide air intakes are suggestive of performance, while the spoilers and diffuser guarantee outstanding handling.

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SUZUKI

Vitara Brezza

Maruti Suzuki India unveiled the new compact SUV Vitara Brezza at the Auto Expo 2016 held in India. The Vitara Brezza is a stylish urban compact SUV with strong and dynamic exterior, comfort and safety features, wide lineup of colours, and various optional accessories. It was presented with a 1.3L diesel engine driving two-wheels with manual transmission. It boasts an output of 66kW at 4,000rpm, with maximum torque of 200Nm at 1,750rpm.

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• Only 20 total 50th Anniversary Shelby GT40’s will be built • Over two-thirds of the parts are interchangeable with the original racecar • 50th Anniversary Shelby GT40 is a continuation of the big block MK II model

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Ford Motor Company readies the latest generation of the Ford GT to compete at Le Mans, Shelby American, Inc. (a wholly owned subsidiary of Carroll Shelby International Inc.) will offer a limited run of twenty total 50th Anniversary Shelby GT40 MK II cars to honor this historic racing achievement.

In the mid-1960s, Henry Ford II turned to Carroll Shelby to help the blue oval capture the international sports car championship including an overall win in the world’s biggest car race, the 24 hours of Le Mans. Beginning with a victory at Daytona in February 1966, Ford and Shelby dominated sports car racing. They combined for a 1-2-3 sweep of the 1966 Le Mans race and then won it the next three straight years.

“Carroll Shelby’s involvement in Ford’s Le Mans program is one of the best-known chapters in our racing history,” said Joe Conway, Co-CEO of Carroll Shelby International “Carroll Shelby shared Henry Ford II’s desire to defeat the house of Enzo Ferrari on the inter-

national stage to earn American automakers worldwide respect. The successful partnership between Shelby and Ford continues and can be seen in every vehicle we build today.”

The Shelby continuation cars are built around the original style steel monocoque unibody chassis and fully independent suspension using unequal length A-arms. Over twothirds of the parts are interchangeable with the original racecar. The car also stays true to the original GT40 MK II’s dimensions (163 inches long and 40 inches high) with the same two 10-gallon fuel tanks. Even the cockpit stays true to the original with Smith style gauges and silver riveted seats.

It can be ordered in right or left-hand drive and in 3 different color configurations including black/silver, blue/white or red/white with the original 15 inch Halibrand style pin drive wheels. Other than the introduction of adding the creature comfort of air conditioning, with a big block Ford FE 427 engine installed, the car looks and feels like it just stepped out of Parc Ferme.

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Founded by legend Carroll Shelby, Shelby American manufactures and markets performance vehicles and related products. The company builds authentic continuation Cobras, including the 427 S/C, 289 FIA, 289 street car and Daytona Coupe component vehicles; it offers the Shelby GT, 1000, GT500 Super Snake, Shelby Terlingua Racing Team and GTS post-title packages for the 2005-2016 Ford Mustang. Shelby American also builds the Shelby Raptor and Shelby F-150 muscle truck.

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The Jaguar F-Pace

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L O V E D RI V I N G The Jaguar F-PACE is a performance crossover and engineered to offer the agility, responsiveness and refinement that all Jaguars are renowned for, together with excellente dynamics and everyday versatility

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Developed using Jaguar’s Lightweight Aluminium Architecture, the all-new F-PACE combines purity of line, surface and proportion with F-TYPEinspired features such as the powerful rear haunches, fender vents and distinctive tail light graphics.

The bold front grille and the muscular bonnet hint at the performance potential of engines like the 380PS supercharged V6. Elements such as slender full-LED headlights, forged 22inch wheels and short front overhang carry the design vision of the C-X17 concept through to production.

The F-PACE seats five occupants in absolute comfort. The interior is a perfect blend of premium materials and finishes, exquisite detailing, luxuries such as heated, electrically-reclining rear seats, and cutting-edge technologies including the InControl Touch Pro infotainment system and 12.3-inch HD virtual instrument cluster.

FOR THOSE WHO LOVE DRIVING The Lightweight Aluminium Architecture gave the design and engineering teams the ideal starting point. It was created from the outset as a modular structure, so the wheels can be positioned exactly where they are needed to deliver the proportions, dynamics, and practicality essential for a performance crossover.

The wheelbase and track are not shared with any other Jaguar. At 4,731mm long and with a 2,874mm wheelbase, the all-new F-

PACE offers the sleek profile and short front overhang characteristic of Jaguar design together with a spacious interior. Rear knee-room is class-leading and the luggage compartment volume is an astonishing 650-litres.

The light, stiff body structure comprises 80 per cent aluminium, and is the only aluminium-intensive monocoque in the segment. Additional weight savings come from the composite tailgate and magnesium for parts such as the cross-car beam.

The result is that the rear-wheel drive 180PS diesel manual transmission model weighs as little as 1,665kg and achieves CO2 emissions of just 129g/km. With the 380PS su-

Kevin Stride, Vehicle Line Director: “This is a performance crossover with outstanding dynamics yet also delivers a smooth, quiet ride. The F-TYPE-inspired design combines dramatic looks with a spacious interior and an exceptionally large luggage compartment. Together with our all-new infotainment system, our most advanced all-wheel drive system and an outstanding range of active safety technologies, the all-new F-PACE makes every journey a better, more rewarding experience.�

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Meticulously and exhaustively tested at locations around the world, every wheel and tyre combination offers the optimum balance of grip, low rolling resistance, comfort and durability. The all-new F-PACE offers unrivalled choice, from 18-inch wheels designed specifically to reduce aerodynamic drag to 22-inch wheels which offer the biggest rolling diameter in the segment.

percharged V6 petrol engine from the F-TYPE under its sculpted aluminium bonnet, the allnew F-PACE can accelerate from 0-60mph in just 5.1 seconds before reaching an electronically-limited top speed of 155mph.

The highly optimised structure, which also features advanced high strength steels in areas such as the rear floor, is joined using 2,616 self-piercing rivets, 72.8 metres of structural adhesive and 566 spot-welds. The resulting

torsional stiffness matches that of all-new XF and, together with the advanced suspension systems, is key to the all-new F-PACE’s unrivalled blend of ride, handling and refinement – on all surfaces.

The body’s high torsional stiffness enables the F-TYPE-derived double wishbone front suspension and sophisticated Integral Link rear suspension to perform even better. Together with Torque Vectoring as standard and an Electric Power Assisted Steering system tuned to give the best possible feel and response, the all-new F-PACE sets the benchmark for ride and handling.

FOR THOSE WHO LOVE DRIVING Even the entry-level model benefits from monotube dampers as standard, but for even better ride and handling the electronicallycontrolled Adaptive Dynamics system measures body and wheel movement 100 and 500 times a second respectively, ensuring optimum damping forces in all conditions.

For the most enthusiastic drivers there’s Configurable Dynamics: first used in the F-TYPE, this feature allows individual settings for the

throttle, automatic transmission, steering, and, where fitted, the Adaptive Dynamics system.

Using state-of-the-art computational fluid dynamics simulations and applying lessons learnt from the XE and all-new XF, the F-PACE has a drag coefficient of only 0.34, helping to reduce fuel consumption and improve refinement. The vehicle is also engineered for exceptionally low lift and excellent lift balance front-to-rear, resulting in better steering feel and stability at higher speeds.

The F-PACE’s torque on-demand all-wheel drive (AWD) system is Jaguar’s most sophisticated yet, and has the highest torque capa-

The all-new F-PACE also brings the world debut of Jaguar’s Activity Key. A waterproof, shockproof wristband with an integrated transponder, this segment-first, wearable technology supports active lifestyles because it allows the keyfob to be securely locked inside the vehicle – invaluable if you’re going surfing, for example, or kayaking. Locking the all-new F-PACE using the Activity Key will disable any keyfobs left inside. Activity Key works on the same RF frequencies as the other keys and is used to lock and unlock the vehicle by holding it in close proximity to the J of the Jaguar lettering on the tailgate. Activity Key has no battery, so you never have to worry about changing it.

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Ian Callum, Director of Design: “By remaining absolutely true to our design principles the all-new F-PACE is immediately recognisable as a Jaguar.

It offers all of the interior space you would expect – and more – but because of our disciplined approach to surfaces, proportions, and purity of line, we have designed what I consider to be the most balanced, most attractive vehicle in its class”.

city. It features the advanced, in-house control system first developed for F-TYPE AWD: Intelligent Driveline Dynamics (IDD). IDD preserves rear-wheel drive agility and handling character but can seamlessly transfer torque to the front wheels to exploit the performance benefits of extra traction, on all surfaces and in all weathers.

Adaptive Surface Response (ASR) makes the AWD system even more effective in challen-

ging conditions. Integrated into Jaguar Drive Control, ASR identifies the type of surface and optimises the mapping of the powertrain and Dynamic Stability Control system. First launched in the all-new XF, ASR has been enhanced by a third mode designed for deep snow and gravel.

Another world-class technology developed for adverse conditions is All Surface Progress Control (ASPC). To make the most of the available grip, ASPC automatically controls the throttle and the brakes, enabling the vehicle to pull away smoothly: the driver just has to steer. ASPC functions between 3.6km/h and

FOR THOSE WHO LOVE DRIVING 30km/h, and the driver selects the desired speed using the cruise control switches. ASPC is compatible with rear- and all-wheel drive.

For drivers who want similar results but still want to use the accelerator pedal, there’s LowFriction Launch (LFL). This function uses a very progressive throttle map, making the vehicle easier to control, and the all-new F-PACE is the first Jaguar to offer it.

The F-PACE has been engineered to satisfy the most stringent safety standards and provides exceptional levels of occupant and pedestrian protection. The standard of active safety is just as high, thanks to a suite of advanced driver assistance systems. The state-of-the-art stereo camera at the heart of the Autonomous Emergency Braking system now features a pedestrian detection function – a Jaguar-first.

The stereo camera also enables Lane Departure Warning, Lane Keep Assist, Traffic Sign Recognition, an Intelligent Speed Limiter, and Driver Condition Monitor systems.

Key information such as vehicle speed and speed limits can be projected directly into the driver’s line of sight by the laser head-up display. The high contrast colour images can also show cruise control settings and turn-byturn navigation instructions. Compared to conventional systems, laser technology is smaller and lighter and the images remain clear even in bright sunlight.

Infotainment and connectivity technology is just as advanced. Whether you want to start the engine using a smartphone app, have a navigation system that can tell your contacts when you’ll arrive for your meeting, connect up to eight devices using the Wi-Fi hotspot, or just stream your favourite playlists – the all-new F-PACE delivers.

The premium InControl Touch Pro system is based around a 10.2-inch touchscreen, with a powerful quad-core processor and solid-

state drive, and runs on ultra-fast Ethernet. The user interface is intuitive, the graphics sharp and incredibly responsive. The navigation system can save you time by learning your commute, offers true door-to-door guidance and can even advise others of your arrival time.

Navigation can also be shown full-screen – in 3D – in the 12.3-inch HD virtual instrument cluster.

The all-new F-PACE range will consist of: F-PACE Pure, F-PACE Prestige, F-PACE Portfolio, F-PACE R-Sport, F-PACE S, F-PACE First Edition. The powertrain range will consist of: 180PS 2.0-litre diesel manual RWD/ AWD and automatic AWD; 240PS 2.0-litre petrol automatic RWD; 300PS 3.0-litre diesel automatic AWD; 340PS and 380PS 3.0-litre petrol automatic AWD. From the 129g/km efficiency of the fourcylinder Ingenium diesel to the power and throttle response of the 380PS supercharged V6 from the F-TYPE, every engine provides an ideal balance of performance, refinement and economy, and meets strict Euro 6 emissions regulations. Together with manual and automatic transmissions, and rear- and all-wheel drive, the new F-PACE offers a peerless driving experience and exceptional customer choice.

All six-cylinder engines are paired with the 8HP70 transmission, while the four-cylinders are matched to the lighter, more compact 8HP45. The latter also features a state-of-theart pendulum damper in the torque converter: this device is extremely effective at absorbing low frequency vibrations, enabling the engines to run at lower speeds without compromising refinement.

The all-new F-PACE is manufactured at Jaguar Land Rover’s Solihull Plant alongside the Jaguar XE sports saloon.

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THE R A CI N G S I DE Camry Drivers Dominate NASCAR’s Biggest Event

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DENNY HAMLIN CAPTURED TOYOTA’S FIRST DAYTONA 500 VICTORY ON SUNDAY FEBRUARY 21.

HAMLIN CROSSED THE FINISH-LINE IN HIS CAMRY BY 0.010-SECONDS AHEAD OF FELLOW CAMRY DRIVER MARTIN TRUEX JR., MARKING THE CLOSEST FINISH IN THE 58-YEAR HISTORY OF THE DAYTONA 500!

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Denny Hamlin (#11 FedEx Express Toyota) takes the checkered flag ahead of Martin Truex Jr. (#78 Bass Pro Shops/Tracker Boats Toyota) to win the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series DAYTONA 500 Photo NASCAR Media by Chris Trotman/NASCAR via Getty Images

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Dale Earnhardt Jr (#88 Nationwide Chevrolet) races Joey Logano (#22 Shell Pennzoil Ford) and Aric Almirola (#43 Smithfield Ford) during the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series DAYTONA 500 Photo NASCAR Media by Sean Gardner/Getty Images

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“This

is the best,” said Hamlin after the race. “It’s the biggest race of my life. The Daytona 500 is the pinnacle of our sport and I’m just proud to be here.” Toyota Camry drivers also claimed four of the top-five finishing positions with Busch (third) and Carl Edwards (fifth) also finishing behind Hamlin and Truex. In addition, Toyota drivers combined to lead 158 laps (of 200) to kick off the 2016 season.

“This is a team victory,” continued Hamlin.

“My teammates did an amazing job all day working together – all the Toyotas. This is a proud moment for everyone at Toyota. This wouldn’t be possible if this wasn’t Toyotas sticking together all race long. We were able to get up, capture our track position. This is amazing for Toyota.”

Since becoming a Toyota driver in 2008, Hamlin has won 24 of his 27 career NSCS victories. He won a Daytona Duel qualifying race in 2008, a non-points event, which is the Camry’s first ever victory of any kind in NSCS competition.

“Winning the Daytona 500 is a tremendous accomplishment by Denny Hamlin and Joe Gibbs Racing,” said Ed Laukes, vice president of marketing, performance and guest experience for Toyota U.S.A. “We are incredibly honored to win NASCAR’s biggest race and to not only win, but to see how strong our Toyota drivers ran all race – especially in the closing laps where it almost came down to any one of five of our guys could have won.

That speaks volumes. Winning last year’s championship and now the Daytona 500 has been a huge aspiration for Toyota since joining NASCAR in 2004. We are honored to compete and win races and championships at the Sprint Cup Series level,” continued Laukes.

“The consistency and hard work by our team partners and TRD team members has enabled Toyota to enjoy successes across multiple racing platforms and we are dedicated through unwavering support of all NASCAR series.”

The 2016 season marks Toyota’s 10th season competing in the Sprint Cup Series, NASCAR’s top level, where Camry drivers have won 80 events since joining the series in 2007. Last year, Busch won the first NSCS championship for the manufacturer and Toyota drivers won 14 races, tying the most by Camry racers in a single-season.

“This is the greatest race in America,” said David Wilson, president and general manager of Toyota Racing Development. “For our company to have won it makes it that special.

The reason we came into the sport was to connect with the American fans, to talk about how we build every Camry in America. I still remember what resonated my first time at Daytona, this moniker – ‘The Great American Race’ – as we were looking at why we should come into NASCAR. That was a big part of it – to have a shot at winning ‘The Great American Race,’ to be able to talk to the incredible, powerful fan base that NASCAR has. How do you quantify the value? It’s truly stunning and special.”

The winner Denny Hamlin, celebrates in Victory Lane Photo NASCAR Media by Sarah Crabill/NASCAR via Getty Images

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THE R A CI N G S I DE Interview with Tom Kristensen

T H E G R AND

MARSHALL

More than once asked if he would consider a comeback in order to drive at the Rolex 24, Tom Kristensen denied this possibility while telling journalist that his main focus in that moment was on his role as Grand Marshall of the event

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THE GRAND MARSHALL

The

sight and sounds of the Rolex 24 at Daytona have inspired many over the years. Edition after edition the manufacturers have built better cars to withstand the challenges of the day-long race, spectators have repeated their rituals to reaffirm their passion for endurance racing, while drivers have strived to find a seat for the prestigious marathon at the ‘World Center of Racing’.

This year the tradition was repeated once more for the 54th time. Cars of all shapes and colors lined up on the starting grid, spectators filled the brand new ‘Motorsport Stadium’ (the $400 million Daytona Rising refurbishment project debuted during the Rolex 24), and a familiar face was seen walking the paddock.

9 time Le Mans 24 Hours winner Tom Kristensen, Mr. Le Mans itself, made it to the Daytona 24 for the first time, not as a driver though, but as the Grand Marshal of the event. We had the chance to catch up with him and ask him about his racing career and his future.

Looking back at your career, would you do something different?

“No, I have no regrets. I have been blessed with a lot of great cars, great teams and great teammates. As you know, racing sports cars has been the very best in my career: I loved the paddock, I loved the way you have that sense of respect and camaraderie that I think is unique in sports car racing. Since I drove sports cars for the first time, I have always done it. No regrets. Sometimes I definitely could have braked a little bit earlier, but apart from that I think you learn from your mistakes, you learn from experience and at the end of the day you become a better driver. “

Tom Kristensen on the Audi R8 at Le Mans in 2002

In Florida Tom Kristensen proved his fitness once more‌ and not just as Grand Marshall of the Daytona 24 Hours. Under palm trees, the 48-year-old Dane participated in a half marathon in Fort Lauderdale, just north of Miami. Tom achieved 15th place among 274 entrants in his age group in the A1A marathon, setting a good example in the process: Kristensen has been signed by Audi Sport to assist the Audi factory drivers with their fitness programs in racing.

THE GRAND MARSHALL Like many drivers do, have you ever dreamt of racing in Formula 1?

“Well, yes. As a small kid driving go-karts in Europe I definitely thought of Formula 1.

It was part of the reason why I became a driver, but being from Denmark it was difficult in terms of sponsorship. In the early days I had to mature through the German Formula 3 Championship and Japanese Formula 3 Championship, which I both won, then I went into Formula 3000. I did all the steps but then I had the big break when I was signed by Team Joest just two days before the 1997 Le Mans 24 Hours. I drove a private Porsche with Michele Alboreto and Stefan Johansson.”

“Alboreto was incredibly good to me. He didn’t put any pressure on me but just told me that he was honored to have me as a teammate. I couldn’t believe it! He was coming from his long career [in Formula 1] and was very determined to win Le Mans. To finish with a win that year, and with the lap record at Le Mans was incredible. I have to thank not only the team but also Johansson and Alboreto for the way they gave me faith and the way they taught me a lot. That’s how my career in Endurance racing started.”

Michele Alboreto driving the TWR Porsche WSC-95 at Le Mans in 1997. The car, shared with Tom Kristnsen and Stefan Johansson, will take trio to victory, the first of nine victories at le Mans for Kristensen

Tom Kristensen driving the Audi R-18 e-tron quattro in his last Le Mans 24 Hours in 2014 (Photo Rolex)

THE GRAND MARSHALL After a so successful racing career are you now considering a “new” career in the FIA? “Jean Todt has asked me about taking the role as a steward, which I have taken on together with Charlie Whiting and other colleagues. It’s now my second year as president of the Driver’s Commission, which for me is a sort of advisory role, and definitely does its case. We have quite a lot of importance within the FIA and we are happy to get feedback from basically all the drivers worldwide. Lot of good people work for the Commission, Emerson Fittipaldi is the vice president, and all the various categories of motorsport are represented, from Karting to Formula racing to Rally. It is very important that the drivers have a strong voice within the FIA and the whole motorsport world.”

When asked if he would become the future president of the FIA, Kristensen smiles at first but then strongly nods and says no. He then reiterates that he prefers working with the drivers than being a politician: “I care about the sport and I have my opinion. But I am not necessarily a politician, I am a great passionate with a big heart for racing.”

Any advice on how you would change things in the motorsport world?

“It’s a big questions. I’d just say that from a driver’s perspective these cars are getting more and more complex and it’s something we have to keep an eye on, because we need the best drivers to win the best races and we need the drivers to being able to make a difference without the many distractions of a complex racecar. Circuit limits and circuit safety are some other topics we need to look at, to make sure that drivers respect the rules on track.”

Le Mans 24 Hours 2008

THE GRAND MARSHALL Mr. Le Mans also wanted to share his thoughts on the Daytona 24 Hours race that opens the track racing season every year: “What is so special about it is that it really feels like the home of American racing. There is a lot of history here, from when they started racing on the sandy beaches of Daytona Beach, and now with this new impressive facility, Daytona Rising, spectators are able to see everything on track. I don’t think it’s anybody’s favorite racetrack but it creates great racing for all these drivers that come from many different categories. I think the camaraderie and the prestige of the race are the most unique things.”

The 54th running of the Rolex 24 at Daytona was won by the No. 2 Extreme Speed Motorsports Honda Ligier P2 driven by Scott Sharp, Johannes van Overbeek and Pipo Derani. In the GT Le Mans class the Corvettes prevailed over Porsche, while in GTD it was Audi ahead of Porsche and Dodge Viper.

The exciting GTLM finish at the 2016 Daytona 24 Hours, with Oliver Gavin’s Corvette taking the class win over the other Corvette of Antonio Garcia (Photo Rolex/Stephan Cooper)

The Honda HPD Ligier JS P2 was the overall winner at 2016 Daytona, driven by Scott Sharp, Johannes van Overbeek and Pipo Derani (Photo Rolex/Tom O’Neal)

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G L O B A L N E WS Nissan unleashes trio of aggressive “Winter Warrior” concepts

The FROZEN TRIO Custom-built Pathfinder, Murano and Rogue ready to conquer extreme winter weather with full snow track systems Transformation from stock to “Warrior” mode includes Nissan Design America (NDA) – designed custom body wraps and full use of Genuine Nissan Accessories for the outdoor enthusiast

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There’s

winter, then there’s Warrior Winter. Snowfall, ice, drifts – conditions that challenge even the most capable of all-wheel drive vehicles. But not these aggressive Nissan models.

In celebration of the Chicago Auto Show, Nissan created one-off versions of its popular Pathfinder, Murano and Rogue equipped with sets of heavy-duty snow tracks. The three custom Nissan “Winter Warrior” crossovers are ready to tackle even the record-breaking snowfalls experienced by many parts of the country already this year.

“Rogue, Murano and Pathfinder are proven all-wheel-drive crossovers that are very popular with customers, judging from exceptional sales results in 2015 and now in January 2016,” said Christian Meunier, senior vice president, Nissan Sales & Marketing and Operations “With the Winter Warriors, we wanted to take that idea to the extreme, enhancing the vehicles’ advanced systems with special snow tracks, Genuine Nissan Accessories, and a custom exterior appearance.”

All three Nissan Winter Warriors feature custom heavy-duty track systems with custom matteblack finish frames. The DOMINATOR® Tracks, from American Track Truck, Inc., are 48 inches long, 30 inches high and 15 in-

ches wide and replace the vehicles’ wheels and tires. The suspensions and wheel wells were modified to fit the snow tracks, but otherwise all drivetrain components, including the engines and Xtronic transmissions, are factory fresh.

Nissan Design America created identical, custom matte red-chrome body wraps featuring a unique “track” design and Nissan “Winter Warrior” signage. A range of Genuine Nissan Accessories are also fitted to the three Winter Warriors, including cargo area protectors, all-season floor mats, roof rail crossbars and rear bumper protectors. They also each feature 9x9-foot hatch tents for true hardcore winter camping enthusiasts.

“With their solid Nissan underpinnings and exceptional ground clearance, these Winter Warriors are serious, extreme weather machines, not toys,” said Meunier. “But, they sure are fun – just like our entire lineup of family adventure-ready Pathfinders, Muranos and Rogues that you can drive straight off the showroom floor.”

Nissan SUV and crossovers have experienced record sales in recent years. In 2015, Murano sales increased 33 percent, while Rogue set an all-time record of more than 287,000 units – an increase of 44 percent. The sales momentum has continued in 2016 with a record-setting month for Pathfinder, Rogue and Murano, to the tune of 5 percent, 26 percent and 46 percent increases, respectively.

In North America Nissan is also dedicated to improving the environment under the Nissan Green Program and has been recognized annually by the U.S Environmental Protection Agency as an ENERGY STAR速 Partner of the Year since 2010

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You can discover another “cold” performance by Nissan in this video. As the new Nissan LEAF 30kWh goes on sale across Europe - with improved range and enhanced features - Nissan has released this stunning short film revealing the car from a block of ice in breathtaking Norefjell, Norway.

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NISSAN WINTER WARRIORS TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

• Track System: DOMINATOR® Tracks, American Track Truck, Inc., Chassell, Mich.

• Wrap Design: Designed by Nissan Design – Fabricated/applied by 12 Point SignWorks • Accessories: Yakima Big Powderhound ski/snowboard rack • Track Width with track system: Rogue 85.0 in./Murano 88.0 in./ Pathfinder 89.0 in.

• Ground Clearance with track system: Rogue 14.1 in./Murano 13.4 in./Pathfinder 13.5 in.

Rogue All-Season Floor Mats (4-piece / Black) Roof Rail Crossbars 9 x 9 Hatch Tent Carpeted Cargo Protector Chrome rear bumper protector Murano Cargo Area Protector Black Cargo Organizer All-Season Floor Mats 9 x 9 Hatch Tent Roof Rail Crossbars Silver Satin Chrome Rear Bumper Protector 9 Pathfinder Cargo Area Protector All-Season Floor Mats Hood Protector 9 x 9 Hatch Tent Stainless Steel Rear Bumper Protector Side Window Defectors

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G L O B A L N E WS BAC Mono with new chassis to offer more cockpit space

BAC Mono gets a new wider chassis to offer more space in the cockpit. Exterior dimensions, weight and aerodynamics remain unchanged, as does the Mono’s trademark blistering performance and handling

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has continued its approach of constant improvement and turned up the style in the cockpit of its bespoke Mono supercar, while a new wider chassis has added a generous amount of extra space. The chassis has been redesigned, to move the sides of the tubular steel safety cell outwards, while new, slimmer side panels make even more of the changes.

The changes have come about thanks to BAC’s close relationship and ongoing communication with its customers. The re-engineering of the chassis brings 25mm of extra space on either side, while the new panels bring another 3mm on both sides of the driver. Overall, this means there is now a total of 56mm extra width in the Mono’s cockpit.

However, the changes are all under the surface of the Mono, meaning that the car’s exterior dimensions remain the same. As a result, the Mono’s precisely engineered aerodynamics are unchanged, as are the car’s phenomenal handling abilities. The breath-taking performance levels are also untouched by the changes, so the Mono retains its 2.8sec 0-60mph time, and top speed of 170mph.

Customers also now have the option of new side panels, which are made from visible carbon fibre, and make the most of the available space. The bespoke attention to detail continues elsewhere in the cockpit, with each buyer getting a custom-fitted driver’s seat and steering wheel.

BAC co-founder Ian Briggs said: “Every change we make to the Mono is aimed at improving it for our customers, and this upgrade is intended to make the most of the space for the driver. Thanks to the close relationship we enjoy with our customers, we are in regular dialogue with them and this change has come as a result of this. The changes will widen the appeal of the Mono, particularly as we expand into new markets such as America and the Far East.”

The new, wider chassis Mono will be on sale from summer 2016.

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Bespoke sports car manufacturer BAC (Briggs Automotive Company) is based in Liverpool and was co-founded by brothers Ian and Neill Briggs. It produces the Mono sports car, a single-seater formula style car that provides a visceral and exhilarating driving experience.

The 2016 model year version of the Mono comes with an allnew four-cylinder 305bhp 2.5-litre Mountune engine, which takes the 580kg car from 0-60mph in just 2.8sec. It made its global debut at the 2015 Goodwood Festival of Speed.

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Strong results at 2016 Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale Auct

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1992 FERRARI 512TR The 512 TR was only offered from 1991 to 1994 with only 2,261 produced.

successful results reported by the collector car auctions company Barrett-Jackson on Scottsdale (Arizona) on February 9, demonstrates the company’s dominance in the industry and the current state of the collector car hobby. With 1,469 cars selling for over $102 million (unaudited) at a 99-percent sell-through rate and many records set, 2016 Scottsdale Auction was the highest grossing auction during Scottsdale car week and one of the company’s most successful auctions in its 45-year history.

“Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale was a spectacular success,” said Craig Jackson, chairman and CEO of Barrett-Jackson. “Our sell-through for such a large number of collector cars was truly prolific. Some might be tempted to compare our 2015 auction, which included the enormous Pratte Collection, but when the Pratte Collection sales are factored out, our 2016 results proved stronger than what we did in 2015.”

1972 CHEVROLET CORVETTE ZR1 These vehicles were given the RPO code of ZR1 as Zora Racer One, a tribute to the then current chief engineer, Zora Arkus Duntov, the legend behind Corvette performance.Â

1962 DODGE POWER WAGON M37B1 It was restored to a new Cummins QSB 4.5-liter turbo diesel engine with 5-speed overdrive transmission.

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In 2015, rather than holding a stand-alone auction for a private collection like many auction houses have done, Barrett-Jackson added an extra day to include the 141 Pratte Collection vehicles as a part of the flagship event.

Excluding the Pratte Collection results in 2015, Barrett-Jackson saw a more than a 6-percent growth in sales in Scottsdale this year with two fewer cars sold. Barrett-Jackson’s 45th Anniversary Scottsdale Auction set numerous published auction records for specific automobiles: • 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder Weissach- $1,760,000 (record for 2015 Porsche 918) • 1947 Talbot-Lago T-26 Worblaufen Cabriolet - $715,000 (record for 1947 cabriolet) • 1939 Talbot-Lago T-15 Cabriolet $550,000 (record for 1939 cabriolet) • 1977 Pontiac Trans Am Smokey and the Bandit Promo Car - $550,000 (record for any Trans Am) • 1992 Ferrari 512TR - $357,500 (record for a 512TR) • 1972 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 $192,500 (record for 1972 ZR1) • 1979 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am $187,000 (record for 1979 Pontiac) • 1962 Dodge Power Wagon M37B1 $187,000 (record for any Power Wagon) • 1944 Dodge Power Wagon Custom Pickup - $187,000 (record for any Power Wagon) “I’m proud to have kicked off our 45th Anniversary year with such a successful event,” added Jackson. “This growth demonstrates Barrett-Jackson’s ability to continually set the bar and serve as the barometer of car collecting.

I look forward to the rest of the 2016 auction season, especially as we add the inaugural Northeast Auction to our portfolio.”

One of three 1947 TALBOT-LAGO T-26 CABRIOLETS built by the famous Carrosserie Worblaufen of Switzerland.

… OVER $102 MILLION

1979 PONTIAC FIREBIRD TRANS AM

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1944 DODGE POWER WAGON CUSTOM PICKUP To protect the paint a custom clear bra has been applied.

1939 TALBOT-LAGO T-15 CABRIOLET This rare cabriolet was restored by France’s premier restoration facility, Carrosserie Lecoq, in 1990.

Established in 1971 and headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona, Barrett-Jackson, may is the leader in collector car auctions and automotive lifestyle events.

The company produces auctions in Scottsdale, Arizona; Palm Beach, Florida; at Mohegan Sun in Connecticut, and Las Vegas, Nevada. With broadcast partners, Velocity and Discovery Channel, Barrett-Jackson will feature live television coverage in 2016, including broadcasts in over 100 countries internationally.

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S PE C I A L The Andy Green’s Diary

THE ENGINEERING ADVENTURE Once again this month we publish the diary of Wing Commander of the UK RoyalAir Force, Andy Green. Green is the current world landspeed record holder (763 mph in 1997 with the Thrust SSC) and is destined to change the history by attempting the new record with the Bloodhoud Project and focused around 1000 mph. * From Commander Andy Green Blog on The BLOODHOUND Project

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THE ENGINEERING ADVENTURE

While

we’re working steadily to get BLOODHOUND SSC ready for its first runs, our ‘Engineering Adventure’ continues to captivate young audiences. Part of exploring the science and technology is to do-it-yourself, so it’s no surprise that our Model Rocket Car Challenge is in huge demand.

The idea for this goes back to 2011, when Joseph Leckie Community Technical College set a new Guinness World Record, for model rocket cars, at a very impressive 88.9 mph.

That’s almost 90 mph in the school playground! (and yes, they did do a risk assessment first). It was also a huge challenge to every other school out there – and so the competition idea was born.

The BLOODHOUND Model Rocket Car Competition has 4 classes, ranging from Class 1 (under 11s, small rocket, 25m track) to Class 4 (‘Unlimited’: anyone in full-time education, any age, any number of rockets). The Unlimited record now stands at an unbelievable 533.1 mph (well done to the current world record holders, Joseph Whitaker School in Mansfield). Recently I heard that someone is now designing a model to achieve 900 mph – blimey. I’m more convinced than ever that the first ‘BLOODHOUND’ Car to go supersonic will be in a school playground somewhere….

To understand the effect that this challenge is having on young people, you just have to listen to them. A young lady called Zoe, part of the Joseph Whitaker team (World Record holders!) summed it up: “I want to get into engineering in the future….I’d heard about

BLOODHOUND and was watching BLOODHOUND over and over again on YouTube. I think everyone’s going to be watching [the record attempt] – it’s going to be amazing”. That’s the ‘BLOODHOUND effect’ in action.

Over the Christmas and New Year holidays, we ran a number of ‘Rocket Car Experiences’, to give our young supporters a taste of model rocket car racing. These one-day events included a tour of the BLOODHOUND Technical Centre to have a look at the real thing, before building and racing your own rocket car. Not surprisingly, we were hugely over-subscribed, with over 400 ‘young’ visitors (the oldest was actually 87) coming to see us.

Thanks to the huge demand we’re now holding Rocket Car Experiences during every school holiday, run by the tirelessly enthusiastic Rob Bennett (on behalf of the hundreds of young people you’ve excited and inspired already, thank you Rob).

THE ENGINEERING ADVENTURE A few months ago we invited a well-known motoring magazine to come and take part in one of our Rocket Car Challenge days, at Pimlico Academy. To give them a good chance, we sent them a kit of parts (wheels, axles, foam block for the body, etc.) several days in advance. Despite this, the journalist turned up on the day with a ‘finished’ car that looked like a house brick on wheels.

Looking round at all the carefully thought-out and well-engineered solutions from the pupils he was going to be racing, this distinguished journalist was heard to mutter ‘Oh dear, I think I’ve rather underestimated this one’. Indeed he had. The AutoCar effort (yes, it was them) was a good 20 mph slower than the winning student car. To give AutoCar some credit, the magazine is keen to have another go…

Like Land Speed Racing, the Model Rocket Car challenge seems simple enough at first glance. Take a block of modelling foam, 2 axles, 4 wheels. Design and make your optimum chassis shape. Attach the wheels and the metal loops for the guide wire (a key safety feature – not all of these cars run dead straight!). We then fit a small ‘Estes’ rocket into the pre-drilled hole in the back end of the chassis, attach the battery wires, press the button and….whooosh. Anything between 29 and 53 mph, based on the groups we had recently.

This seems like a big speed range, so what makes the difference between a journalist-designed house brick and a 50+ mph winner?

There’s a lot to think about, which is what makes the challenge so interesting. Thrust, mass,

drag and stability all make a difference, just like the real Land Speed Record.

First the thrust. It’s the same fixed amount for all the cars: for the ‘Rocket Car Experience’ days, we use the BLOODHOUND Challenge ‘Class 2’ regulations, with a 50 metre wire and a ‘B6-0’ Estes rocket. The thrust curve for the ‘B’ rocket shows the rocket burning for about 0.85 seconds, which is when the car’s speed is at its peak. In theory, the fastest car will be the one that hits the time trap just as the rocket motor burns out. In practice we use a radar gun, which measures the peak speed over the last few metres of the run, so we can largely ignore the thrust profile.

The mass of the model is much more important. The lighter the model, the faster the car will accelerate and the higher the peak speed. For example, a mass of 200 g under the average rocket thrust of 6 N will give you an acceleration of 3 G (3 times the force of gravity, which is the equivalent of 0-60 mph in one second). If you can reduce the mass of the vehicle to 150 g then you’ll get a 4 G acceleration – much better. There is a limit to how much foam you can cut away, though.

Of course, a theoretical 3 G acceleration (60 mph in one second) will not get you anywhere near 60 mph, because your other big enemy is drag, which can (and will) reduce the acceleration dramatically. For example, the shape of the car will affect the aerodynamic drag.

If this doesn’t seem important, try putting your hand out of a car window at 60 mph, and compare the (high) drag force when your hand is flat to the wind and the (much lower) force when it’s edge-on. This drag effect will make a big difference to the way your lightweight rocket car runs.

THE ENGINEERING ADVENTURE To make it bit more complicated, aerodynamics is not the only source of drag. The wheels and axles are another key area. If you just poke the axles through the foam block it will work after a fashion, but if you use axle tubes (plastic drinking straws, for instance) it works soooo much better.

The other thing to think about is stability. If the car is running dead straight, barely touching the guide wire and skimming across the ground, it will be going as fast as it can.

Bouncing around, or having crooked wheels pulling off to one side, will waste a lot of energy. Stability is a huge and complicated subject, often best solved by trial and error.

Will a tail fin make your rocket car more stable? Try it and find out!

Given the fixed thrust, what is the most important – drag, mass or stability? The simple answer is mass (but don’t tell anyone else, this is your race-winning secret). For the very short burn time of the Estes rocket, acceleration is affected more by mass than anything else, so get carving, you’ve got to get rid of a fair chunk of foam block.

If mass is so important, then why aren’t we trying to make BLOODHOUND SSC as light as possible? For Land Speed Record cars, there are a couple of important differences.

With much higher speeds, the drag factor is much higher. BLOODHOUND is planning to travel at 1000 mph, about 20 times as fast as a model rocket car. Drag goes up with the square of the speed – so the drag will be about 400 times higher at 1000 mph than it is at 50. Hence keeping the drag low for BLOODHOUND SSC is more important than being very light. Stability and structural strength are also vital, so we need to have a Car that is built to take the most extreme loads it will encounter, with a big safety margin.

Speaking as BLOODHOUND’s driver, this is really important.

This balance of thrust vs strength vs mass is the challenge faced by all Land Speed Record teams. I saw an interesting figure recently, about the mass of the engine vs the mass of the whole car, which I’m still thinking about.

Since 1963, the fastest cars have all been jet powered, with some very different designs, ranging from the single-engined American cars of the 1960s to the twin-engined 10-tonne monster Thrust SSC, which still holds the record today (but not for much longer…).

Surprisingly, given how different all these cars were, the jet engine(s) make up roughly 3040% of the car’s mass, seemingly regardless of shape or design.

Is this a design facet of jet-powered record cars, or just a coincidence? I’m not sure.

What surprised me was doing the same sum for BLOODHOUND SSC. BLOODHOUND will weigh in at about 6300 kg empty, including 1200 kg of EJ200 jet engine and 1000 kg of rocket system, which makes a total of… 35% of the Car’s mass. That’s the same as many of the previous cars, but there’s one big difference. BLOODHOUND is designed to do 1000 mph, and going this much faster requires a much stronger chassis and bodywork, which (you might reasonably expect) would be heavier.

The surprise is that BLOODHOUND has kept that same mass ratio as previous generations. The BLOODHOUND engineers have done a remarkable job of finding Mark Chapman’s ‘balance between strength and lightness’. At the same time, they are doing something perhaps more important – they are helping to share their ‘Engineering Adventure’ with the next generation.

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