Models of the Future: Jaguar C-X16 & DC100 and DC100 Sport

A new luxury concept car has recently been unveiled by the Jaguar Land Rover Company. The Jaguar C-X16 features new “green” technology, marking a shift into new territory for the company whilst making the leap into the “green-hybrid” market currently enjoyed by many of the big volume car manufacturers. The move towards a greener sports car within their range is in direct response to many offerings and new emerging luxury sports car models from some of the other luxury car manufacturers. Continue reading

A New Topless Land Rover on the Horizon

British Automotive giants Land Rover caused quite a stir at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show this year when unveiling a concept of its new DC100 concept.

The replacement to the iconic defender was one of the expected sights of the show, but the manufacturer surprised the crowds by showcasing a trimmed down, roofless version. The Sport version gets a new petrol engine, unlike the four cylinder diesel found the regular, as well as an 8 speed stop/ start engine; clearly placed with eco thoughts in mind. DC100. The sport also has unique solar panels on the roof to power the onboard systems, taking another page out from the environmentally friendly manual. Continue reading

Land Rover… The Greatest Car of All Time…?

The Land Rover is an iconic vehicle that captures the essence of the best 4×4 and has been the vehicle that many other manufacturers would like to be measured against or compared to, but in reality there is only “One” Land Rover.

It has always been national symbol and emblem of Great Britain and a benchmark for a tough, well constructed, work and play vehicle that is as happy as it is off-road. Since its original launch in 1948 by the then Rover Car Company, it has always been a popular vehicle, and can be found in nearly every country on the planet. There have been many special models built over the years; the most recently notable model was the special edition “Lara Croft” land Rover from the film and console game.

So why not pop into your local specialist Land Rover Dealer in Surrey and see if there is a Land Rover out there for you, or contact the Land Rover Dealership to see if you a tempted by one of the models in the luxury Range Rover range.


The Range Rover Evoque, it’s a Bit Posh.

Range Rover Evoque in Green

Range Rover Evoque in Green

September 2011 is a special month for the Jaguar Land Rover group as the new Range Rover “Evoque” will be officially released. This year the Jaguar Land Rover group are enjoying a significant sales increase compared to sales figures from 2010, this is mainly due to the fact that they are enjoying a rise in sales demand in Germany, Russia and the newer emerging markets of India and China where sales have risen significantly.

Add the launch of the new Range Rover Evoque into the mix and it looks like a good year ahead for the Jaguar Land Rover group as the Evoque will be on general release around the world and is set to be the new “must have” SUV” (sports utility vehicle). There is no doubt the “Evoque” is going to be the new “hot ticket” in town to have, especially as it will be the desirable new SUV or “Chelsea Tractor” for mums to collect the kids from school.

The new Range Rover Evoque compact 4×4 has an impressive pedigree with its Land Rover roots, but adds new contemporary styling, and interior designed by Victoria Beckham (a.k.a Posh Spice) and a feel good factor of being the most eco-friendly and fuel friendly Range Rover ever designed, makes this a unique vehicle. It’s aimed at combating against the competition from BMW’s X1 and Audi’s Q3 offering of SUV’s in the same class.

If you are planning on getting you hands on a Range Rover Evoque you will have to hurry up and get in line, as the manufacturer has seen an unprecedented 18,000 plus orders already. So maybe its time to pop into your local Land Rover Dealer soon and see what the Land Rover Dealership Surrey has there to tempt you with.