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They deserve a medal! Nominate your hero for the Cheltenham Medal of Honour Nominations are now open for the 2011 Cheltenham Medal of Honour. The medal recognises the worthwhile voluntary contribution that some of the borough’s local residents have made to their communities. The nominations are considered by an independent panel and all information is treated on a confidential basis. The award is presented during the Inauguration of the Mayor ceremony in May. Last year, Geoffrey Ratcliffe from Leckhampton, who is in his sixties, won the medal for services to the community. Cllr Anne Regan, mayor, says: “Nominating your local hero for this medal is a great way to say thank you publicly for the hard and valuable work they have done. I’d like to urge our residents to think about people they know that deserve this award, and send in their nominations right away.” For more information on the scheme and a nomination form, contact Jennie Ingram, Cheltenham Medal of Honour Committee, Municipal Offices, Promenade, Cheltenham GL50 9SA, or call 01242 264108. The closing date for nominations is Friday 11 March 2011.

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abinet members last night adopted criteria for scoring and evaluating development bids for a major town centre regeneration project. The selection criteria will make sure that developer bids for the regeneration of North Place and Portland Street are considered openly and fairly. It will also help to ensure that the development meets the council’s aspirations for this key town centre location.

The sites went out to market through the leading property consultancy GVA last month. Developers have been invited to submit their proposals to regenerate the sites against a brief informed by the Cheltenham Development Taskforce and supported by full council following public consultation. A shortlist of no more than five developers will be chosen by evaluating a number of factors including: the organisation or consortium’s finances; similar project experience; design quality; sustainability approach; health and safety considerations; previous contract performance; and finance raising ability and experience. The shortlisted bidders will be invited to submit outline proposals for the site and the two bidders offering the best submissions will be asked to put forward detailed proposals. They will be assessed according to a scoring system that gives broadly equal weight to financial considerations and planning and environmental issues. The process for identifying a preferred bidder is controlled by procurement rules prescribed by the European Union. The project timescale anticipates that the final two short listed bidders will be announced this autumn, when members of the public will be invited to look at the plans and have their say. It is hoped that the preferred bidder will be chosen by the end of this year, with Cheltenham Borough Council making the final decision. Councillor John Rawson, cabinet member for built environment said: ‘’We are determined to choose a development scheme which not only delivers a very high quality of design but also releases capital which can be used to improve other parts of the town centre. The scoring system we have adopted will allow us to do this in an open and transparent way. This is probably the most important development opportunity there has been in the town for 30 years, offering tremendous scope for developers, and I am looking forward to seeing their proposals.’’

Scoring system agreed for North Place and Portland Street proposals

University fees still causing controversy By Madeline Osborne he rise in University fees has caused a lot of controversy over the last few months with students outraged at the rise in University fees. Apparently the rise is fair as graduates will be earning more at the end of their degree than non-graduates. Subjects such as accountancy, business, law and maths may produce higher earners; however what has been overlooked is the students who want to study subjects that may not yield higher income earnings and who want to study the subject well for the love of it! The rise in University fees is going to make a lot of eighteen year olds rethink to whether they want to go to University with a lot feeling as though it is easier to go out and earn money. This could be tragic for Britain as some Universities may find it hard to recruit new students and with more eighteen year olds going into work could make unemployment even worse. It does not seem fair that not only are the fees rising but they are nearly tripling in how much it costs to undertake a degree. Potential students who are going to find the rise most devastating is the people who fall into the middle class category as they will have no help with the fees from the government as the lower class people would and obviously most higher class people are going to be in the financial situation to afford to go to University. Some Universities are talking about charging different

amounts for different courses but what this will result is some courses being seen as not prestigious as others and may be seen as a lower-class degree which completely demeans the education system which should be market-based. To be honest, if Universities are going to be charging up to £9000 a year for fees then students should be offered more for their money. Especially for Universities such as the University of York who will now probably have more money than they did before as they did not rely so much on grants from the government as other Universities. There should be some incentive for this rise, what extra are students going to get for the extra £6000 they would be paying? Universities such as that should offer students something better than what was originally being offered else students are paying more for a service which is basically the same and which the University is accumulating more money for it. The implications for this rise in University fees for students is numerous, but in my opinion what is going to happen is that the only students who will want to attend university are going to be the ones that will yield high income earnings and there will be less passionate students who simply want to learn the subject they love and are not bothered about the income they will receive at the end of it. In ten years will Britain just be filled with graduates who are just accountants and lawyers ... let’s hope not!

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SALES & WANTS SALES & WANTS Miscellaneous BRAND new Dreams Wooden Headboard (Aston). a double, originally £169 in Dreams but I missed the returns date so will sell for £70. 07970941831 MODERN Grey framed single bed with mattress GBP £40 ono, Tel: 01242 771789. THUNDERBIRD'S play island with a few vehicles GBP £7, Tel: 01242 771789. ere at the Cheltenham Advertiser we have some 40 years experience within the industry and for a long time now there has been clearly a need for Cheltenham to have a credible alternative to the papers that are produced in the town.

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Let Christopher James freshen up your home N ow that Spring is coming why not let our design team help and guide you to freshen up your home.

Our showroom is located at Sixways, Charlton Kings, with convenient free parking opposite, at the entrance to St. Edwards Junior School. With our help and advice, you will be able to choose from our ranges of flooring, fabrics, blinds and wallpaper. To make sure everything meets with your approval you will be able to view the samples you have selected in your own home. We will check the installation requirements and sizes to make sure that everything fits to your satisfaction. From start to finish you will receive friendly expert advice, attention to detail and quality workmanship. There's no need to visit different stores for each item you need. From design to fit you will be able to choose your flooring, curtains, blinds and wallpaper from one shop, with expert advice on the choices you need to make. We pride ourselves on offering a competitive, good quality service based on 20 years experience, using materials from reputable suppliers, quality installers and the commitment to good service. From curtain poles to flooring and anything in between, just pop in to our shop or call us for a home visit in time to let the Spring sunshine enhance your re-furbished home. Bill Flynn, who founded the company in February 1991 is well aware of how important customer satisfaction is and over the last twenty years Christopher James Interiors has built up a huge base of satisfied customers "who repeatedly use our services and are happy to recommend us to their friends and family". Quality control doesn’t end once the work has been completed by the tradesmen. We always contact customers to check that they happy with the work carried out. Our design team are ready to help in our store at Sixways Shopping in Charlton Kings. You can also visit the website: www.christopher-james-interiors.co.uk for further contact details and information on the services and products offered, along with details of some of the work that we have carried out. Please contact us straight away if you would like to have work carried out during the next few months.

he By Local Shop is a small business run by Rosie Lomberg and Keziah Kurg. The shop sells art and crafts made in Gloucestershire. By Local offers customers the chance to purchase items that have been produced locally, and made with special care. Buying local produce has a positive impact on the local economy and no carbon emissions! By Local has been going for about 18 months now, and we are located in the Regent Arcade. It's thanks to the vision and the commitment of the arcade management that we have such a good central location to sell from. At present we have work by about 30 artists on show. The newest additions Marion Mitchell (a painter from Stroud) and Stuffed Nonsense (a duo from Cheltenham who make wonderful plushies).

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Photogragh of: Dr Stephen Law during his session entitled ‘Belief in an evil god and the reverse problem of good’

ver 500 students from schools across Gloucestershire and further afield attended the 7th annual Religious Studies Conference on Wednesday 9th February hosted at The Cheltenham Ladies’ College. Pupils from schools including Balcarras, Chosen Hill and Pates heard from two eminent speakers. Dr Stephen Law, editor of the Royal Institute of Philosophy journal THINK and senior lecturer in philosophy at Heythrop College, University of London, led a session entitled ‘Belief in an evil god and the reverse problem of good’. The second session ‘the attributes of God in the face of evil’ was given by Professor Keith Ward. Professor Ward was the Gresham Professor of Divinity between 2004 and 2008 and has published numerous books on subjects such as Faith and Reason and the Diversity of Religions. Students from each school were then invited to attend a master class with both speakers followed by a lively open debate on the ‘Existence of God and the conflict of science and religion’. Jessica Roberts, Head of Religious Studies at The Cheltenham Ladies’ College, says “The A level and AS students are nearing the end of their studies and this conference combines practical help for their forthcoming exams together with an opportunity to hear two world-leading philosophers debating at the very highest levels”.

Students attended the conference from the following schools: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Balcarras Bristol Cathedral Choir School Cheltenham Ladies’ College Chosen Hill School Crypt Headington High School for Girls, Gloucester King's School, Gloucester Malvern St James Marling School and Stroud High School Oxford High Pates Prince Henry's, Worcester Sir Thomas Rich's School St Mary's Worcester

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Are a great way to gain extra living space without altering the external appearance of your home. Costing £15K - £35K, they can add considerable value to your home. Most homes built before 1975 are suitable for a loft conversion, which adds another room or two in the attic space. The work can take about 12 weeks and the builders access the roof from the outside, which means there shouldn’t be too much disruption until they break through to build the new stairs.

A conservatory is an inexpensive way of adding extra living space at around £10K-£15K, but make sure you have heating and blinds to make it usable all year round.

Kitchens / Bathroom Kitchens/bathroom makeovers. We all know that good kitchens and bathrooms can make or break a sale, but don’t over spend or you won’t recoup your money. Often a lick of paint or some new tiles or new cupboard doors can improve an old-fashioned kitchen or bathroom.

Basements An increasing number of people are converting basements and cellars currently, particularly in central urban locations where land values are extremely high. However this process is significantly more expensive than upwards or sideways extensions. Seek advice from estate agents, architects or surveyors before embarking on a basement conversion, as it may be that the work costs more than it adds in value to your property.

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Ground Floor Extension Adding a ground floor extension can create good practical space such as a bigger kitchen or dining room. Costing between £20K -£50K, one-storey extensions are more common, but a two-storey extension can create another bedroom or bathroom without going into the loft. Again, the builders work from the outside until the existing wall is knocked through.

Downstairs Bathroom A downstairs bathroom can be a useful addition to the home, costs around £1.5K - £3K, depending what work needs to be done and will add value too.

Garages Most garages are too small for modern cars and end up being used as storage rooms anyway. As the basic structure already exists, there is no need for expensive external walls and foundations. Disruption to your home life should be minimal and this can take from a couple of weeks to a couple of months for more substantial conversions. Costs start at around £7K for a brick or stone garage, but can add thousands to the value of your home.

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What is digital switchover? Switchover is when all television in the UK switches to a digital signal. This is happening between 2008 and 2012, one region at a time. (Note: digital switchover doesn't apply to radio.) To make sure you keep your TV service, you will need to convert your TV to digital before the switchover happens in your region.

When will switchover happen in my area? Digital UK, an independent organisation, is co-ordinating the switchover. You will get plenty of advance warning, and there will be lots of information and help available. The switchover will happen between now and 2012, one region at a time. Going digital is not difficult and need not be expensive. For more information, please visit Digital UK.

What do I need to do to be ready for switchover? You need to make sure your TV can receive digital signals. If you can already watch more than five channels, it is probably digital already. If not, you will need to adapt it by connecting it to a digital set-top box, or replace it. This

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Can I get help with the switchover? The Government has announced a Help Scheme for some people who may have difficulty in going digital. This scheme is being funded by the BBC licence fee. If you are eligible you will receive equipment, help with installation and follow-up support, either free or for a subsidised fee. The Help Scheme is available to people who are aged 75 or over, or registered blind or partially sighted, or entitled to certain social security benefits.

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heltenham Double Glazing Services is a local family business which is situated in Cheltenham servicing the local area, prominently covering most of Gloucestershire within a 20 mile Radius. With over 25 years experience in manufacture and installation within the double glazing industry, Cheltenham Double Glazing is able to provide high quality workmanship and a professional reliable service. We offer both an installation and a maintenance service for all of our customers. We can also supply windows, doors and conservatories to the trade and DIY, with a surveying and delivery service also available. We have gained a reputation for excellence, and many of our previous customers are happy to recommend us to both friends and family. .

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FEATURE How To Prevent Obesity Be Active Simple activities, such as climbing the stairs instead of using lifts, morning and evening walk in the park and swimming, can bring about tremendous changes in your lifestyle. Such activities will not only help you burn excess fat, but also help you stay active. Start doing light to moderate exercises for thirty minutes, five times a week. Switch over to the tough exercises, once you have gained stamina and strength. You may also join a health club or gym and socialize with like-minded individuals.

Keep A Check On Your Weight Monitor your weight regularly. Weigh yourself at least once a week. This will help you figure out how much extra flab you have lost by doing simple activities or workout. In case you are being inactive and not eating healthy, you will be aware of the weight gain at an early stage. This will prevent your weight gain from being too much to get off.

Drink Plenty Of Water Drinking lots of water will help your body detoxify all the impurities present in the system. Doctors recommend that you to drink at least 8-10 glasses of water a day. Having a glass of warm water in the morning, with half a lemon squeezed in it, is also a good idea. Remember, water cleanses and rejuvenates your skin as well.

Stay Away From Junk Food One of the prerequisites of staying healthy is avoiding junk foods. The smart way to stay away from junk food is not to buy them at all! Avoid frequenting the fast food chains. Keep junk food out of your house as well. If you really like stuff like pizza and burgers, indulge in them not more than once or twice a month.

Eat Slowly & Only When You Are Hungry Do not cut any of the three meals per day. Rather, divide them into small meals, stretched over a gap of 2-3 hours. At the same time, cut off high-calorie snacks in between the meals. Eat small portions of food and do not gulp them down. Do not stuff yourself with food when you are not hungry. Eat only when your body signals you to have food. Eat slowly because the stomach takes some time to feel â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;fullâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;.

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Recycling and waste collection changes – find out more • Road shows now running around the town • Canvassers visiting in March to show how much can be recycled

series of road shows kick off around the borough this month to explain the changes to the council’s waste and recycling service, which are being brought in from Monday 4 April.

Running throughout February, March and early April, the road shows can be found at local shopping centres, supermarkets and arcades. Council staff will be on hand to explain the scheme changes and answer questions about the new service. Also, throughout March, door-to-door canvassers will be advising householders in Cheltenham how they can make the most of all the recycling and composting opportunities provided through the borough council. The changes include the introduction of a weekly food waste recycling service and having alternate weekly collections of nonrecyclable waste. The alternate weekly kerbside recycling collections will remain the same. Waste minimisation and recycling are some of the council’s highest priorities, and the council has signed up to recycling targets of 50% by 2015. Cllr Roger Whyborn, Cabinet member for sustainability says: “We are promoting our new food waste service, alongside the additional items which can now be added to the recycling boxes such as foil and plastic bottles. “Many residents still do not realise how much of their rubbish can be recycled and composted. That is why the road shows along with canvassers will be out and about to explain just how easy it is to make a positive impact on the environment by simply separating out your waste.” “People who have not yet signed up to our new brown bin garden waste service can do so at any time, and we’d like to remind residents that they can still take their garden waste to our recycling centre on Swindon Road.” Residents should be aware that all the canvassers will wear identity badges and their names will be held at the borough council. Residents who wish to check the identity of someone relating to this programme should contact 01242 264244. The canvassers will also be carrying letters of authorisation. The canvassers do not need to come into the property and should not be invited in. They will also never ask for any personal information. For more information on any of the council’s recycling facilities call 01242 264244 or visit www.cheltenham.gov.uk/waste.

Road show dates, venues and times: February

• Saturday 19 February - Household Recycling Centre, Swindon Road. 11am – 3pm • Sunday 20 February - Household Recycling Centre, Swindon Road. 11am – 3pm • Tuesday 22 February - University of Gloucestershire, Francis Close hall. 10am – 3pm • Wednesday 23 February - Beechwood Shopping Centre, High Street. 10am – 3pm • Thursday 24 February - Beechwood Shopping Centre, High Street. 10am – 3pm • Friday 25 February - Morrisons, Up Hatherley. 10am – 2pm • Saturday 26 February - Outside Marks & Spencers, High Street. 10am – 2pm

March

• Tuesday 1 March - Gloucestershire College - Cheltenham Campus (Princess Elizabeth Way) 8.45am – 1pm • Friday 4 March - Tesco, Colletts Drive. 10am – 3pm • Saturday 5 March - Waitrose, Gloucester Road. 10am – 2pm • Tuesday 8 March - University of Gloucestershire, Pittville Campus. 10am – 3pm • Wednesday 9 March - Leisure @, Tommy Taylor's Lane. 5pm – 8pm • Friday 11 March - Co-op, Hesters Way Road. 10am – 3pm • Saturday 12 March - Sainsburys, Tewkesbury Road. 10am – 2pm • Friday 18 March - Regent Arcade Shopping Centre, High Street. 9am – 3pm • Saturday 19 March - Regent Arcade Shopping Centre, High Street. 9am – 3pm • Friday 25 March - Co-op, London Road, Charlton Kings. 10am – 3pm • Saturday 26 March - Outside Marks & Spencer, High Street. 10am – 2pm • Thursday 31 March - Co-op, Bath Road. 10am -3pm

April

• Friday 1 April - Beechwood Shopping Centre, High Street. 10am – 3pm • Saturday 2 April - Sainsburys, Oakley. 10am – 2pm • Thursday 14 April - Outside Marks & Spencers, High Street. 10am – 3pm

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LOCAL NEWS

Party the Parisienne way 5 March, Cheltenham Town Hall

ickets are now on sale for party with a French twist, which will take place at the Town Hall on Saturday 5 March 2011.

Cheltenham’s Mayor, Cllr Anne Regan is hosting the event and money raised will go to Sue Ryder Care, Brizen Young People’s Centre and Dowty House Care Home. French food, can-can dancers from Janet Marshall dance studios, an auction and a French accordionist will add to the atmosphere, starting at 7pm with pre-dinner drinks. Tickets are priced at £35 and include a three course dinner. Mayor, Cllr Anne Regan is encouraging the town to support her event by booking a ticket or a full table, she said: ‘’This is a time to forget all the doom and gloom of the economy and enjoy a wonderful party, whilst at the same time helping three worthwhile charities. Everyone is welcome to come along.’’ For tickets, contact PA to the Mayor, Jennie Ingram on 01242 264108.

Planes Swept of “Suspect Devices” in Successful Police Training Exercise n aircraft containing hidden mock explosives has been successfully “made safe” by experts from Gloucestershire Constabulary and MOD police during a training exercise.

Search-trained police officers from the Gloucestershire force and the Ministry of Defence took part in the simulation at Cotswold Airport, near Cirencester this week (Feb 9). Some 50 officers were involved in the exercise, which was

Picture of Sgt John Garner, of Gloucestershire Police, (Operations) and PC Al James, of MOD police.

arranged to keep their bomb detection skills up-to-date. The multi-agency initiative was assisted by Air Salvage International which owns the decommissioned Boeing 747 on which the devices were placed. A similar event last year saw officers searching a ferry in Portsmouth for suspect items. Sgt John Garner, Operations, Gloucestershire Police said: “Our search-trained police officers are highly skilled people who have the qualities needed for this pressurised work. “This exercise was not in response to any specific threat but a scenario created to provide as realistic an experience as possible for the teams. “The situation unfolding here would not differ significantly from the real thing. I was pleased to see the devices being recovered according to the correct search techniques and procedures. “I hope the success of this exercise shows that our officers are fully prepared should such an incident ever arise." Cotswold Airport manager Nick Howard said: “We are pleased to make our facilities available to the police for what is obviously a very valuable exercise. “Because of the setting and the aircraft at our disposal, it helps to make the scenario as authentic as possible.” PC Al James, an MOD Police search co-ordinator, said: “It’s important to test our search skills in as wide a variety of environments as possible so we can maintain our readiness to deal with any situation. “It’s also good to train alongside our colleagues from Gloucestershire so we know that should we both be called upon to respond to a real incident we are instantly familiar with each other’s operations.” For anyone who would still like them, these pictures have been provided by Paul Bull, of Corinium Media, who is the press officer for Cotswold Airport. Please credit him if used.

Local IT Company and Police Work Together to Support School hanks to the combined effort of a local IT company and the Stroud policing team St Roses School in Stroud have received a kind donation of an air hockey table and a table football set for their pupils to enjoy.

Steve Lindsay from Stroud based IT company Cristie Data Ltd was eager to support a local school and, having a good working relationship with the local policing team being himself a Special Constable, asked PCSO Gary Lynch for some advice as to who this generous donation could be given to. Straight

away he thought of St Roses School, an organisation that educates and supports children with severe disabilities and complex health needs, and put Steve in touch with them. PCSO Lynch then arranged for the delivery and hand over of the equipment and on Tuesday January 11 Steve visited St Roses School and to see the equipment being enjoyed and put to good use. Steve Lindsay from Cristie said: “Cristie was very happy to donate the equipment to St Roses School. After my visit to the school I was inspired by the work all the staff do there.

Gary is our local PCSO and I am always seeing him walking around, so when I approached him with our offer, he was very enthusiastic and mentioned the current work he does with the school”. Gloucestershire Police’s Special Constabulary also support the school by providing officers for the annual Wheel Nuts Car Show, who assist with ensure traffic flows smoothly. PCSO Lynch said: “It’s always so heart warming when local companies show their desire to support their community and I was eager to support them in doing this fantastic thing for such a great school in Stroud.”

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Saturday 19th February

Mercury @ Cheltenham Town Hall One of the world’s most authentic tributes to the legend that is Freddie Mercury and Queen.

Wednesday 2nd - Saturday 5th March

Richard III @ The Everyman Theatre From Propellerl.

Thursday 3rd March

Cheltenham Symphony Play Sibelius

Milton Jones

@ Pittville Pump Room

Just Fair Laughs: The Comedy Show

Letz Zep @ Bacon Theatre, Cheltenham

Monday 21st - Saturday 26th February

Master Class

@ Cheltenham Town Hall The Lion Whisperer

Friday 4th March

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Circus of Horrors @ Cheltenham Town Hall The Four Chapters from Hell

Sunday 6th March

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Tuesday 8th March

The best of Broadway @ The Playhouse Theatre

Thursday 24th February

Tayler & Fletcher Auction @ Pittville Pump Room Fine Art Auction

Craig Campbell Live @ Cheltenham Town Hall

Friday 25th - Sunday 27th February

The Gruffalo's Child @ The Everyman Theatre

Saturday 26th February

Julian Lloyd Webber @ Cheltenham Town Hall

Sunday 27th February

Wedding Fayre @ The Thistle Hotel

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Comedy of Errors @ The Everyman Theatre From Propeller.

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Young Enterprise Gloucestershire Trade Exhibition @ Cheltenham Town Hall Come and experience the entrepreneurial skills of students from across the county.

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Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra @ Cheltenham Town Hall

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Solid Silver 60s Show @ Cheltenham Town Hall

The Magic of Motown @ The Centaur

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Lenny Henry @ Cheltenham Town Hall Cradle to Rave.

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MOTORING

BMW Vision ConnectedDrive

he 2011 Geneva Motor Show will see the world premier of the BMW Vision ConnectedDrive concept car.

The concept study, in a two-seat roadster guise, presents the automobile as a fully integrated part of the networked world in both its design and technological innovations. It is with this concept that BMW presents the potential of current and future in-car technology for optimising comfort, safety and infotainment. The BMW Vision ConnectedDrive employs a layering principal in its design, demonstrating the bond between the driver, passenger, vehicle and the surrounding environment. This is visualised by the complex light installation which shows the path of data exchange with the driver and passenger as the start and end point of each interaction. The interior is divided into three layers – comfort, infotainment and safety – each with a corresponding light installation. Each layer is defined by a colour, rhythm, motion and texture and, through the transparent surfaces the path taken by the information can be seen via fibre optic lighting. The first layer focuses on safety, with a red light wrapping around the driver and coming together in a cone on the bonnet. This represents the flow of safety-specific information and the driver’s focus on the road ahead. The second layer encompasses the safety layer and extends to the passenger cell, focusing on infotainment. This layer promotes active social exchangement between the driver and passenger and is outlined by the blue ribbon of light. The final layer, defined by the green light flow, concentrates on the interaction of the vehicle with the world around it. The emphasis is on the outside of the vehicle, starting and ending with the two antennas, in place of wing mirrors, providing the data link to the surrounding environment. The layering principal in the BMW Vision ConnectedDrive requires

individual components to perform a number of roles. This can be seen in the headlights and rear lights with their integrated sensors monitoring the traffic and external environment which feed information directly to the driver allowing him to take appropriate action. The concept embodies the dynamic BMW design language with its long wheelbase, set back seating position and long bonnet but combines it with taut surfaces and distinctive flowing lines. This results in an interesting play of light and shadow making the car appear as if it is accelerating even at a standstill. The sliding doors, inspired by those on the BMW Z1, disappear into the body of the car. This allows the BMW Vision ConnectedDrive to be driven with the doors open, emphasising the link between the vehicle and its environment. The BMW Vision ConnectedDrive showcases the current and future capabilities of BMW’s ConnectedDrive technologies. Advanced Head-Up Display takes the technology currently available in production BMWs even further, placing a three-dimensional display of key information in the direct sight line of the driver, eliminating the need for the driver’s eyes to refocus. The threedimensional display allows the real view to be overlaid with virtual information, highlighting hazards allowing the driver to assimilate all of the information quickly and take appropriate action. In addition to Advanced Head-Up Display the BMW Vision ConnectedDrive is equipped with a freely programmable instrument cluster to provide the driver with additional information, optically emphasised to a greater or lesser degree. While for the first time passengers get their own information display, out of the driver’s field of vision, allowing them to evaluate information, music or navigation details and pass them onto the driver with a simple touch of a finger. The BMW Vision ConnectedDrive demonstrates the interaction between the driver and the passenger and shows how networking with the environment can reach new levels. For more information please visit www.visionconnecteddrive.de.

UK ready to take a longer look at the Audi A8

ven more luxurious long wheelbase versions of hightech luxury saloon join the UK Audi range.

Audi has gone to even greater lengths to cocoon A8 passengers in absolute comfort in long wheelbase versions of the lightweight aluminium-bodied luxury saloon, the first examples of which have just reached the UK. Available from £60,010 OTR, the five-strong A8 L range incorporates an additional 130mm of wheelbase and body length to provide even more exceptional passenger accommodation. It is also further refined by a 6.3-litre, twelve cylinder W12 flagship model that is exclusive to the long wheelbase line-up. Like the ‘standard wheelbase’ A8, the lengthened luxury saloon is crafted predominantly from aluminium in the interest of efficiency, comfort and driving agility. This approach reduces weight by around 40 per cent compared with an allsteel equivalent, and provides the very best operating conditions for the five engines that power the range - the 3.0-litre TDI (250PS), the 4.2-litre TDI (350PS), the supercharged 3.0-litre TFSI (290PS), the 4.2-litre FSI (372PS) and the heavily reworked W12. This remarkably refined twelve cylinder powerhouse has been bored out from 6.0litres to 6.3-litres, and is now bolstered by FSI direct petrol injection for improved economy and emissions control. Maximum power has increased by 50PS over the previous version to 500PS, and the 45Nm higher torque peak of 625Nm arrives at 3,250 rpm. As a result, the A8 L W12 can power to 62mph in just 4.7 seconds, and cruise serenely, where conditions allow, at a governed top speed of 155mph. And with the help of FSI technology, fuel economy belies these figures, with up to 22.8mpg achievable according to the combined cycle test – an improvement of around 9 per cent over the outgoing model which results in CO2 output of 290g/km. Thanks to its advanced adaptive air springs, lightweight suspension and latest generation quattro all-wheel-drive, the long-wheelbase Audi A8 manages to combine the polished ride refinement expected of a luxury car with

handling poise and agility that would normally characterize performance saloons from one or two classes below. The full extra length of the A8 L benefits rear-seat passengers, who are able to enter even more easily through wider doors which, in the W12 version, feature power assisted closure. Rear passenger comfort is also further improved by standard seat heating, an upgraded climate control system which enables precise temperature modulation in the two rear ‘zones’ and electrically operated rear window and side window blinds. In the W12, comfort is taken to even greater extremes by replacing the standard rear seat arrangement with two individual sculpted rear seats which can be heated and feature fore/aft adjustable bases and angle adjustable backrests. Online services Well-being in the W12 is also further enhanced by double glazing and even more extensive use of Fine Nappa leather taking in everything from the glove compartment lid to the area surrounding the MMI controls. Technology plays a no less important role, as expected in a key exponent of Vorsprung durch Technik. All-LED headlights feature as standard in the W12, as do features including a BOSE audio system linked to a hard drive-based ‘jukebox’ capable of holding up to 8,000 songs, the MMI Touch fingertip navigation and telephone data entry system and a suite of sophisticated online services. When a Bluetooth-capable mobile phone with SIM access profile is present, weather information and Google Earth images can be beamed via the car’s internal UMTS module to the Multi Media Interface (MMI) and its navigation unit. Through its wireless local area network (WLAN) link the car also doubles as a wi-fi hotspot, allowing passengers to connect up to six computers to the internet.

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Welcome to PRESTBURY CARS OF CHELTENHAM

2006 Citroen Berlingo 1.9 Diesel Enterprise Van

2005 Fiat Panda 1.1 Active

2005 Daihatsu Sirion 1.3 SE

2003 Ford Mondeo 1.8 Zetec

2002 Ford Mondeo 2.5 Zetec

2004 Ford Fusion 2 1.4

£3290

£4990

£1790

£3990

£3890

62000 miles, White, 4 door van, diesel, manual, FSH in outstanding condition having been used privately hence no Vat

41000 miles, Black, 5 door hatchback, petrol, manual, 2 owners from new + only group 1 insurance.

4317miles, Shining Red, 5 door hatchback, petrol, automatic, 1 local lady owner with Full Service History.

131,000 miles, Blue metallic, 5 door hatchback, petrol, manual, An ex fleet car with a full print out of the previous service record in good condition offering super value for money with tax + mot 07/2011

£2995 59000 miles, Stardust Silver, 5 door hatchback, petrol, manual, 2 owners with full service history and full body styling.

38000 miles, Magnum Grey, 4 door hatchback, petrol, manual, 2 owners from new with a full service history.

51000 miles, Silver Black Leather, 3 door hatchback, petrol, manual, 2 local owners with full service history of this rare ltd edition sports model

2005 Honda Civic 1.6 V-Tec Sport

2004 Honda Accord 2.0i V-TEC Estate

2004 Honda Jazz 1.4 SE

2006 Hyundai Coupe 2.0 Atlantic

2005 Hyundai Accent 1.3 GSi

2006 Hyundai Amica 1.1 CDX

2006 Mazda 3 1.6 TS

£4390

£6490

£2590

57000 miles, Cosmic Grey, 3 door hatchback, petrol, manual, 1 lady owner with a full Honda service record.This stunning sports hatch is only group 6 insurance.

£4995

£5490

58000 miles, Meteor Silver, 5 door estate, petrol, manual, 1 Local owner with a full Honda service record.

56000 miles, Star Silver, 5 door hatchback, petrol, manual, Full service history from new.

42000 miles, Silver, 3 door coupe, petrol, manual, Stunning condition low mileage example of this highly attractive coupe backed up with a full Hyundai service history.

£3690

77000 miles, Ice Blue, 3 door hatchback, petrol, manual, 1 lady owner with full Hyundai service history.

23000 miles, Flame Red, 5 door hatchback, petrol, manual, 1 owner with full service history from new.

57000 miles, Winning Blue, 5 door hatchback, petrol, manual, 2 Owners from new with full Mada service history.

2005 Mazda MX-5 2.0 Option Pack

2007 Nissan Micra 1.2 Spirita

2004 Nissan Primera 1.8S

2001 Peugeot 206 1.6 Roland Garros Auto

2002 Peugeot 206 1.6S Cabriolet

2000 Renault Scenic 2.0 16v Monaco RX4

2007 Renault Modus 1.4 Dynamique

£7490

£4595

£2790

£2750

£3490

£3495

£5490

40000 miles, Galaxy Grey, 2 door cabriolet, petrol, manual, 1 owner with full Mazda service history.

22000 miles, Blue, 3 door hatchback, petrol, manual, 1 Owner example of this ultra reliable small hatchback backed up with a full Nissan service history.

61000 miles, Tie Break Green, 5 door hatchback, petrol, automatic, A rare special edition model with cream 1/2 leather trim+panoramic glass roof+digital air conditioning.

85000 miles, Silver, 2 door cabriolet, petrol, manual, Full Black leather trim with Air Conditioning.

61000 miles, Metallic Green, 5 door estate, petrol, manual, A Very rare high specification 4x4 vehicle presented in a stunning condition backed up with a full Renault SH and full Black leather trim.

20000 miles, Sea Blue, 5 door hatchback, petrol, manual, 1 local lady owner with full Renault service history.

£4490

£5990

83000 miles, Ecosse Blue Pearl, 5 door hatchback, petrol, manual, Super value family hatch with many safety features,only group 8 insurance and Japanese reliability.It has recently had a full service.

2003 Ford Focus 1.6 Elle Ltd Edition

Servicing to all car makes and models - repair work or bodywork Comprehensive finance, leasing and associated insurance packages

2007 Renault Grande Scenic 2.0 Dynamique Automatic 7 Seats

2006 Renault Clio 1.2 Campus

2004 Renault Scenic 1.6 Expression 16v

2005 Renault Megane 1.6 Cabriolet

2001 Renault Clio 1.2 Expression +16v

2001 Saab 9.3 2.0 Aero Hot Convertible

£3890

£3495

£4750

£2850

£3995

£2590

54000 miles, Ice Blue, 5 door estate, petrol, automatic, 2 owners from new with full service history.

30000 miles, Silver, 3 door hatchback, petrol, manual, 1 lady owner with a full Renault service history +factory Tilt/Slide glass sunroof.

61000 miles, Metallic Blue, 5 door estate, petrol, manual, A Superb condition example of this highly functional model backed up with a full service history with 2 owners.

57000 miles, Silver, 2 door cabriolet, petrol, manual, 2 owners with full service history in super condition.

38000 miles, Aqua Blue, 5 door hatchback, petrol, manual, 2 owners with full service history from new.

82000 miles, Steel Grey, 2 door cabriolet, petrol, manual, 2 0wners from new with Saab service history.

59000 miles, Red, 5 door hatchback, petrol, manual, 2 owners with full dealer service history and only £30/year road tax.

2006 Toyota Avensis 1.8 VVT-i T3-S

2005 Toyota Yaris TSpirit 1.3 Automatic

2005 Vauxhall Astra 1.6 Breeze

2003 Vauxhall Astra 1.6i Club

2001 Volkswagen Polo 1.6 GTi

2007 Volkswagen Caddy 2.0SDi Van

2001 Volvo V40 2.0 Estate Automatic

£6490

£5195

£4990

£2190

£3490

£4995+VAT

£2990

47000 miles, Magnetic Grey, 5 door hatchback, petrol, manual, A Lovely low mileage example of this ultra reliable model backed up with a FSH.

27000 miles, Lucerne Silver, 3 door hatchback, petrol, automatic, 1 Owner with full Toyota service record.

51000 miles, Star Silver, 5 door hatchback, petrol, manual, 1 Local owner with full Vauxhall service history in showroom condition.

70000 miles, Mettalic Green, 5 door hatchback, petrol, manual, Superb condition vehicle backed up with a full service history.

93000 miles, Satin Silver, 3 door hatchback, petrol, manual, 2 lady owners with full service history,Climate control and 15 inch BBS alloys.

84000 miles, White, 5 door van, diesel, manual, 2 owners with full VW service history in superb condition.

78000 miles, Beige Metallic, 5 door estate, petrol, automatic, 2 owners with a full service record+full Cream leather trim.

£5750

2005 Suzuki Alto 1.1 GL

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MOTORING

The next step towards emissions free mobility: The BMW ActiveE

he 2011 Geneva Motor Show will see the world premier of the BMW ActiveE. Based on the current BMW 1 Series Coupé, the BMW ActiveE is the second electric test vehicle to be created by the BMW Group.

2004 53 BMW 320d ES Touring, Blue, a/con, CD, s/history £6,495

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2008 08 Renault Modus Exp 75, Met black, 1 owner, Renault history, a/con, CD £5,495

CARS AND ESTATES 2007 57 BMW 120D SE 5dr, Met black, 1 owner, full BMW history, CD, 6 sp, alloys................................................................................................£9,995 2007 07 Nissan Quashqai 2.0 Tegna Auto 4WD, Red, black leather trim, FSH, alloys, air con ...........................................................................£9,995 2005 55 VW Beetle 2.0 Convertible Sky blue met, only 41,000 miles, a/c, alloys................................................................................................£8,495 2008 08 Fiat 500 Lounge 1.2 3dr, White, 14,700 miles, FSH, climate control, CD, sunroof ......................................................................................£8,295 2006 56 Vauxhall Zafira Design CDTi 120 Grey, alloys, half leather trim, service history, air con ......................................................................£7,995 2006 06 Honda Accord 2.0 Auto Type-S 4dr, Met black, half leather seats, factory sat nav, climate control, low mileage, FSH .............................£7,495 2008 08 Vauxhall Vectra Life 1.9 CDTi 120 Hatchback, Black, air con, CD, service history ..................................................................................£7,295 2008 08 Vauxhall Corsa 1.4 SXi 3 door Red, one owner, FSH, a/con, factory body styling ......................................................................................£7,295 2007 07 Vauxhall Zafira 1.9 CDTI 120 Design Silver, Half Leather Trim, Alloys, Service History, 2 Owners......................................................£6,995 2007 56 Ford Focus 1.8 TDCi Sport Estate, Sky blue, alloys, air con, CD, service history ..................................................................................£6,945 2007 56 Ford Focus 1.6 LX Auto Estate Metallic Blue, FSH, a/c .......£6,995 2004 54 Mini Cooper, Met black, only 51,000 miles, Mini service history, sat nav, 17” alloys, 6 disc CD, a/con ......................................................£6,795 2003 03 Mini Cooper ‘S’, met grey, full Mini service history, 1/2 leather seats, a/con, CD, 45,700 miles .........................................................£6,695 2004 53 BMW 320d E.S Touring Blue, a/con, CD, S/History.............£6,495 2007 07 Renault Clio Dynamique Auto 1.6 5 door Blue, only 10400 miles FSH, CD, taxed Nov...........................................................................£6,495 2006 06 Renault Clio 1.6 Initiale Ltd Edn, Silver, 5dr, only 34,000 miles, FSH, full stone leather trim, CD, alloys, climate control ......................£5,995 2006 55 Honda Jazz Auto 1.4 SE, 5 door, met grey, only 30,000 miles, service history, a/con, CD .................................................................£5,995 2005 55 Volvo V50 2.0 Diesel Estate, met red, one owner, FSH, climate control ..............................................................................................£5,995 2005 05 Vauxhall Vectra 3.0 CDTi Elite Estate, Black, 61,000 miles, FSH, black leather Auto .........................................................................£5,995 2008 58 Citroen C1 1.0 Code 3dr, Black, half leather, CD, a/con, alloys, FSH, 2,700 miles.......................................................................................£5,995

2004 54 Mini Cooper, Chilli red, only 39,000 miles, full history, air con, 6 disc CD £6,795

2004 54 VW Golf 1.9 TDi S Silver, 5dr, service history, aircon, alloys, CD.... .........................................................................................................£5,695 2008 08 Peugeot 107 Urban Move 5dr Light met blue, one lady owner, FSH, aircon, CD.........................................................................................£5,495 2006 06 Ford Focus 1.6 LX 5dr, Black, FSH, air con, CD ..................£5,495 2008 08 Renault Modus Exp 75, met black, 1 owner, Renault history, air con, CD ....................................................................................................£5,495 2006 06 Ford Focus Sport 1.6 5 door, met blue, FSH, a/con, CD, alloys .........................................................................................................£5,495 2005 55 Ford Focus 2.0 Titanium 3 Door Black, Service History, a/con, Half Leather seats ....................................................................................£5,295 2006 55 Ford Mondeo LX 1.8 5 door, SGrey, FSH, Cliamte Control, Cruise Control..............................................................................................£4,995 2003 03 Volvo V70S 2.4 Estate Auto , 1 owner with full Volvo history, silver, alloys, air con, CD.............................................................................£4,995 2005 05 Mitsubishi Colt C2T Turbo 1.5 3dr, Red, FSH, a/con, CD ....£4,995 2005 05 Vauxhall Vectra Energy 1.9 CDTi 5dr, Blue, FSH, a/con......£4,495 2005 05 Renault Grand Scenic Auto 2.0 Dynamique, 7 seats, Blue, a/con, FSH, 40,000 miles ............................................................................£4,295 2006 55 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2 SXi + 3 Door, Red, alloys, 55,000 miles, service history ..................................................................................£4,295 2005 54 Alfa Romeo 147 Lusso 2.0 5dr Red, service history, climate control, CD, 17” alloys ......................................................................£3,995 2001 Y BMW 318 SE 1.9 Estate, met green, FSH, c/control .............£3,995 2006 06 Peugeot 307 ‘S’ 5 door Met blue, s/history, a/con, CD .......£3,995 2001 Y Audi A4 2.4 SE Estate Auto Silver, FSH, climate control...£3,995 2005 54 Seat Ibiza 1.2 Reference 5dr, Jazz blue, 46,000 miles, FSH, a/con, CD, one owner ..................................................................................£3,895

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2005 05 Golf GTi 2.0 TDSG Auto 5Dr, Red, FSH, sat-nav, dark grey, leather h/seats, 18” alloys, p/sensors, s/roof £10,995

2006 56 Citroen C2 SX 1.2 3 Door Silver, a/con, CD, 32000 miles, low tax and insurance £4,295

2005 05 Renault Megane Expression 1.6 5dr, Grey, 50,000 miles, full Renault service history, a/con, CD.....................................................£3,795 2004 04 Citroen C3 SX 1.4 5dr, met blue, service history, climate control, CD, panoramic sunroof .....................................................................£3,695 2002 02 Toyota Corolla 1.4 T3 5dr, Silver, 67,000 miles, alloys, air con ...... .........................................................................................................£3,595 2003 03 Ford Streetka Luxury 1.6 Met blue, FSH, a/con, black leather........ .........................................................................................................£3,295 2004 04 Peugeot 206 1.4 3 door, red, one lady owner, FSH, a/con, CD ....... .........................................................................................................£3,295 2003 53 Seat Leon 1.6 S, Jazz blue, 73,000 miles, s/history, air con, alloys .........................................................................................................£2,995 2004 04 Fiat Stilo Active 1.6 Estate, Silver, air con, roof rails, SH, CD ........ .........................................................................................................£2,795 2002 52 Vauxhall Corsa 1.0 Club, met light green, 3D, FSH, CD ......£2,795 02 02 Renault Clio 1.2 Extreme 3 Door, Sky blue, alloys, service history .... .........................................................................................................£2,595 2002 51 Ford Fiesta 1.25 Freestyle 3 door Blue,Service History, a/con, CD .........................................................................................................£2,195 2002 52 Citroen Saxo Desire 1.1 3 dr, met green, s/history, CD.......£2,195

SPORTS AND PRESTIGE 2003 03 Porsche Carrera 4S 3.6 Ice Blue, Full Porsche Service History, Black Leather, Sat-Nav, 6 speed ......................................................£25,995 2007 57 BMW 320d Sport Coupe, service history, 34,000 miles, climate control, 17” alloys...........................................................................£17,995 2007 56 Audi S3 T FSi 2.0 Quattro 3 door, met blue, service history, black leather, climate control, Bose sound system ....................................£16,995

2003 03 Honda S 2000 Convertible 2.0, Silver, FSH, a/con, CD, red leather, removable hard top £7,995

2004 04 BMW 645 C Auto Met black, paddle shift, sat nav, 18” alloys, burgundy leather .............................................................................£15,995 2004 04 Mercedes E55 AMG Auto Met black, full black heated leather seats, FSH, sat nav, 470bhp, super car! ..........................................£15,995 2005 05 BMW X5 3.0 Petrol Sport Facelift, Grey, black leather, panoramic glass sunroof, FSH, sat nav, TV .......................................................£14,495 2003 03 BMW X5 4.6 iS Auto Estoril blue, 62,000 miles, service history, black leather, 20” alloys, sat nav, TV, sunroof, privacy glass ............£11,995 2005 05 Golf GTI 2.0 T DSG Auto 5 Door Red, FSH, Sat-Nav, Dark Grey Leather Heated Seats, 18” Alloys, Parking Sensors, Sunroof ...........£10,995 2007 07 Mazda MX5 (New Shape) 2.0, 29,000 miles, electric blue, a/con, CD, 17” alloys, FSH ..........................................................................£8,995 2005 55 Mini One Convertible, Bright red, 55,000 miles, s/h, a/w, CD ........ .........................................................................................................£7,995 2005 55 Seat Leon TDI Sport 5dr, Silver, 6 speed, climate control, new shape, 55,000 miles, FSH .................................................................£7,795 2005 05 Jaguar X-Type 2.0 Diesel Sport 4 Door, Silver, alloys, 56,000 miles, history, black leather .........................................................................£7,495 2002 02 Mercedes C200 SE Kompressor Auto Coupe, Blue met, grey leather, only 46,000 miles, FSH, a/w, aircon, parking sensors............£6,495 2003 53 BMW 320 Diesel SE 4 door Saloon Fern green, 63,000 miles, service history ..................................................................................£6,395 2006 55 Seat Leon 2.0 Sport ‘T’ 5 door, Black, FSH, climate control, sport seats, cruise control..........................................................................£6,395 2002 52 VW Golf 1.9 GT TDi 5dr, Silver, FSH, climate control, CD change, cambelt changed...............................................................................£5,995 2005 55 Subaru Impreza 2.0 5dr GX, 57,000 miles, FSH, black, air con, alloys................................................................................................£5,795 2001 Y Mercedes C230 Komp Auto Blue, 72,000 miles, FSH, sunroof, Evo 17” alloys .........................................................................................£5,495 2000 W Audi A3 1.8T Sport 3dr Blue, FSH, c/control, CD.................£3,195

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With four seats and a luggage compartment of 200 litres, the BMW ActiveE is the first electric vehicle from the BMW Group to combine the space and comfort of a traditionally powered BMW with a fully electric drivetrain. Intelligent packaging ensures that the driver and all three passengers have the same head, leg and shoulder room as they would in a standard BMW 1 Series Coupé. At the heart of the BMW ActiveE is a powerful electric synchronous motor which propels the car from zero to 60mph in just nine seconds, delivering 168hp and maximum torque of 250Nm, from a standing start. While its top speed is electronically limited to 90mph. The BMW ActiveE maintains the dynamic driving style that is typical of a BMW, with a low centre of gravity and 50:50 weight distribution to enhance traction and power transfer of the high torque. Replacing the engine block, transmission and fuel tank are three large energy storage units containing lithiumion cells, developed in conjunction with SB LiMotive. These modules are protected by a steel-plate battery housing with integrated liquid cooling system, to keep the batteries at optimum operating temperature helping to increase the range. These housings also help to ensure that the BMW ActiveE meets the same stringent safety standards as the BMW 1 Series Coupé, meeting and exceeding the levels legislated. The BMW ActiveE is engineered so that when the driver takes his foot off the accelerator pedal the motor becomes a generator and feeds the electricity created from kinetic energy back into the vehicle battery, while at the same time braking torque is created, slowing the vehicle down. This recuperation of energy can increase

the range by up to 20 per cent. For the first time in a BMW Group electric vehicle the BMW ActiveE features an ‘intermediate position’ for the accelerator pedal that results in the car’s own kinetic energy being used to move forward, without consuming energy from the batteries. In essence it is a ‘gliding’ mode. With previous electric vehicles when the accelerator lifts the car automatically starts to brake. To further increase the range of the BMW ActiveE ECO PRO Mode can be selected whereby the drive configuration and comfort functions are modified to use less energy and facilitate a more efficient driving style. In ECO PRO mode the heating and air conditioning system are programmed to use less energy and the accelerator demands less power with the same travel. The BMW ActiveE retains the dynamic looks of the traditionally powered BMW 1 Series Coupé but with circuit inspired graphics, a scoop in the bonnet and a closed rear apron, with no exhaust pipes, to distinguish it. Inside Pearl Grey Dakota leather seats with Blue contrasting seams, along with a revised instrument cluster are the main indicators of the electric drivetrain. Instead of the traditional fuel gauge and rev counters the dials show the level of charge left in the battery and the amount of energy being used and recuperated. The BMW ActiveE is not dependent on a specific energy source and so can be charged using 32-ampere wallbox in five hours, or overnight from a conventional domestic socket. This allows greater flexibility allowing the car to be charged wherever there is an electricity supply. Starting in 2011, a test fleet of over 1,000 BMW ActiveE vehicles will be trialled in the USA, Europe and China and will provide valuable insights into the everyday use of the electric vehicle. The knowledge and insights gained from the field trials of the BMW ActiveE will be fed back for the future development of the Megacity Vehicle, due to go into production in 2013. BMW UK will be leasing BMW ActiveEs to select customers. Further details will be announced in due course.

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MOTORING

The all-new Kia Rio

Renault Captur:

ia Motors has revealed the first photos of the next generation Rio, to be unveiled at Geneva Motorshow alongside the all new Picanto.

The Adventure Trail

The Rio is the latest car to be revealed by Kia, boasting a bold and distinctive personality, bringing the newcomer in line with the rest of Kia’s striking design-led passenger car range. The Rio will be on sale in the UK from September as a 5-door version and a 3-door will be available from early 2012. Pricing and full range details will be announced nearer the on-sale date. New Rio has its own interpretation of Kia’s signature grille, integrated with the headlamps to give a new twist on the Kia family look. In profile, the body to glass ratio and its strong wedge form give new Rio a dynamic stance. The new model features a wheelbase extended by 70 mm (to 2,570 mm) and promises greater passenger space and comfort, together with increased cargo capacity to 292 litres for the hatchback. Exterior dimensions changes include: +55 mm (overall length), -15 mm (height) and +25 mm (overall width). Inside, the new model will deliver a high level of quality previously associated with larger models – together with a wide selection of trim options. Kia’s B-segment newcomer will be offered with an

extensive range of fuel-efficient and low-CO2 petrol and diesel engines, depending on market – including a 1.1-litre diesel unit generating 70 ps, with CO2 emissions from as low as 85 g/km. An all-new, highperformance 1.2-litre Turbo Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) will also be available from 2012. Soon-Nam Lee, Director of Overseas Marketing, Kia Motors Corporation, commented: “This new model is a big step forward. The Rio has always been successful, and with this new incarnation we have a car that people will want to buy for its looks.” Since its launch in 2005, global sales of the currentgeneration Rio have totalled more than 860,000 units. It was the company’s third best-selling vehicle in overseas markets during 2010 with sales of more than 219,000 units. UK sales from launch total 52,626 units.

t the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show, Renault revealed its new brand identity which puts people at the forefront of its concerns.

The new, ambition design strategy that resulted from this is founded on different stages of the human life cycle with each phase taking the form of a specific concept car. The first, the two-seater DeZir, expressed ‘falling in love’, the passion present at the beginning of any new adventure. Now Renault Captur, which will debut at the 2011 Geneva Motor Show, addresses the second phase of this cycle, that of two people exploring the world around them. Just like its predecessor, Captur defines the simple, sensuous and warm style that will be progressively extended to future Renault car designs. “Captur is a fun and sporty crossover, ideal for a young couple about to discover the world”, explains Director of Design, Laurens Van den Acker. “It takes as its basis the fundamental design language introduced on the DeZir concept car but adds a more technical dimension – more functional but still highly sensuous," adds Axel Breun, Director of concept cars. A CROSSOVER THAT’S ALL MUSCLE IN MOTION In its proportions and fluid curves, Captur evokes movement and lightness, yet at the same time displaying powerful and muscular allterrain cues. Just as with DeZir, angles, corners and lines have given way to sensuous and natural forms. For the exterior designer, Julio Lozano, the main sources of inspiration were athletes and radical sports. "In designing Captur, I began with the image of a sprinter on the starting blocks, his muscles tensed, and the energy unleashed when the starting pistol is fired," he explains The design also references equipment such as helmets, gloves and other protective gear used in radical sports, combining high technology with sophistication and lightness. Captur adopts the new frontal identity first presented by DeZir. As with this, the identity has as its centrepiece a large Renault logo, set vertically against a dark surface so as to stand out as clearly as possible. Substantial, matt-finished wings reinforce the design’s visual strength. LEDs relay the direction indicator signal in a wave effect running the whole length of the vehicle. Captur does more than simply stir the emotions: it is also a practical and versatile vehicle. It is fitted with a hard convertible top which, once removed, reveals a carbon fibre framework. Captur can thus transform itself from a coupé to a convertible, from an urban vehicle to an off-roader, while its overall sporty appeal is reinforced by its butterfly doors and big tyres fitted to 22-inch black and white rims. With its bodywork finished in a spicy shade of orange, Captur takes its cue from the red championed by DeZir. This colour appears in a variety of different shades on materials both inside and outside the vehicle. AN INTERIOR FULLY BATHED IN WARMTH AND LIGHTNESS The orange theme has been carried over to the cabin which also features fluorescent highlights picked out by a constant stream of light. "My main sources of inspiration were the human body, outdoor sports and urban styling," explains the colour and trim designer, Kana Watanabe. "I wanted Captur to radiate warmth and dynamism." The interior of Captur is designed to be both welcoming and occupant-friendly. The impression of lightness expressed by the exterior is dominant here, too, with the front seats attached to the centre console as if suspended in mid air. The passenger compartment is restrained and pure, with no superfluous equipment. Innovative and ingenious materials have been employed, allowing the designers to play with light and optical effects. The centre console, door casings and dashboard are formed using a translucent material rather like a second skin. At the front of the cabin, this includes a glimpse of the high-tech fibre ropes, luminescent in places, which have been used for most of the passenger compartment. "The whole of the interior is designed around this network of stretched elastic ropes which bring to mind the worlds of sailing or mountain climbing, They use graphics and light to bring rhythm to the overall design and reinforce the dynamic feel of the vehicle while also ensuring a lighter feel inside the cabin," explains the interior designer, Magali Gouraud-Borgers. The aluminium pedals, carbon bucket-style front seats and steering wheel trimmed in grey textured leather reassert the sporting side of the design, in keeping with the original brief.

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