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Range Rover Velar and Jaguar E-Type Zero win at GQ Car Awards 2018

Jaguar Land Rover has won two trophies at the GQ Car of the Year Awards. The luxurious and capable new Range Rover Velar won the‘ Climb Every Mountain in Luxury Award’, while Jaguar’ s zero-emissions E-type Zero was named as‘ Best Use of Electricity Since the Lightbulb.’

I n March 2017, the Range Rover Velar became the first car to ever be launched and displayed at the London Design Museum. Created with balanced proportions and elegant lines, the Velar brings unprecedented glamour and modernity to the Range Rover family, but without losing the famous go-anywhere ability of every Land Rover.

GQ magazine said of the Range Rover Velar:“ That it can cruise effortlessly through any urban landscape is a given, but when called upon, it can also conquer where mountain goats fear to
tread. We love the new Velar.”
Gerry McGovern, Chief Design Officer, Land Rover, said:“ Our continued evolution is driven by a relentless focus on creating highly desirable vehicles our customers will love for life. The Range Rover Velar brings a new dimension of modernity to the Range Rover family with an abundance of innovative technologies, all making this vehicle a joy to drive and be driven in. We’ re honoured that the arbiters of style at GQ have recognised the tireless endeavours of our designers and engineers who have delivered a vehicle with compelling design, tailored technology and relevant innovation which come together to create a
vehicle of instant desirability.”
The Jaguar E-type Zero is a modern reinvention of Jaguar’ s most iconic vehicle, fitted with a new zero emissions, all-electric powertrain. Built by Jaguar Land Rover Classic, the E-type Zero boasts an advanced lithium-ion battery pack with the same weight and dimensions as the original car’ s XK six-cylinder engine. Weighing in at around 46kg less than a traditional E-type, the Zero can accelerate from 0-62mph in 5.5 seconds.
Tim Hannig, Director of Jaguar Land Rover Classic, said:“ E-type Zero demonstrates Jaguar Land Rover Classic ' s commitment to future-proofing classic car
ownership. It combines the renowned E-type dynamic experience with enhanced performance through electrification. This unique combination creates a breathtaking driving sensation. We’ re delighted that E-type Zero has the approval of the knowledgeable team at British GQ.”
The Range Rover Velar is priced from £ 44,830, and is available to configure now at https:// www. landrover. co. uk / buildyour-own / index. html
Customer enquiries for Jaguar Classic vehicles should be made using: + 44( 0) 203 601 1255 or info @ classic. jaguar. co. uk

Special Camp Jeep ® with preview of the all-new Jeep Wrangler

The fifth annual Camp Jeep ® event – the once-a-year gathering of the Jeep Owners Group( JOG) and fans of the brand from across Europe – will take place on 14- 15 July to celebrate the arrival of the all-new Jeep Wrangler.

P acked with give Jeep enthusiasts a first excitement, chance to get up close to the new activities and generation Wrangler and put it entertainment, the through its paces on challenging thrilling two-day off-road routes. event will be a First revealed to the world at the very special occasion as it will recent Los Angeles Motor Show, the all-new Jeep Wrangler builds on its legendary history to deliver an unmatched combination of offroad capability, a modern design that stays true to the original and a host of advanced technology features. The second day of Camp Jeep, 15 July, is a particularly important date for the American brand – the anniversary of the signing in 1941 of the agreement to supply the US Army with the unstoppable Willys-Overland MA, regarded as the first Jeep vehicle. Today, the all-new Wrangler picks up that heritage and is writing a new page in the history of the Jeep brand.

Year after year, Camp Jeep lines up an activity-packed programme for visitors, featuring off-road test drives, theoretical and practical courses held by Jeep Academy, and many other open-air activities. It will be a unique opportunity to meet new people, have fun and live unforgettable adventures. Online registration to the event, location and the complete Camp Jeep programme will be coming soon on the JOG website and on the Jeep social media channels. www. farmingmonthly. co. uk February 2018 | Farming Monthly | 53