Combines market-leading 5-year 0% APR HP finance with additional benefits designed to offer business customers enhanced value and peace of mind
Includes 5-year/100,000-miles warranty, 5-year/100,000-mile service plan and Renault Assistance breakdown cover for the duration of the finance agreement
Available on Kangoo, Kangoo Z.E., Trafic, Master and ‘Off-the-shelf’ conversions bought via 5-year 0% APR HP finance
Provides business customers with clear visibility of purchase and maintenance costs over the finance period
Offers available on orders from 8 March to 30 June, 2021 when registered by 30 September, 2021
Renault PRO+ range starts from £17,650 excluding VAT for the Kangoo Panel Van
Renault PRO+ is making its award-winning LCV line-up even more appealing to businesses with the introduction of its new 5 Year PRO+ Promise.
The 5 Year PRO+ Promise combines the brand’s market-leading 5-year 0% APR HP finance with a host of extras that provide business users with even more value and peace of mind. The finance is complemented with a 5-year/100,000-mile warranty, a 5-year/100,000-mile service plan and Renault Assistance breakdown cover for the entire duration of the finance agreement. Both the warranty and Renault Assistance are two years longer than the standard 3-year offering supplied with every Renault PRO+ LCV.
The 5 Year PRO+ Promise ensures customers are safe in the knowledge that their servicing costs are covered for the next five years, with no unexpected bills eating into their bottom line, and that Renault PRO+ will keep their business and their vehicle moving.
Every Renault PRO+ van that is financed via a 5-year 0% HP deal before the end of June comes complete with the 5 Year PRO+ Promise, the only exceptions being the ZOE Van and Master Z.E. In addition to the Kangoo, including the all-electric Z.E. version, Trafic and Master, the offer also extends to the range of Renault PRO+ ‘Off-the-shelf’ conversions that are based on traditionally powered Master variants.
The availability of the 5 Year PRO+ Promise means that customers can budget for exactly how much their ideal Renault PRO+ LCV will cost to purchase and maintain over the next five years, whether they require a compact, medium-sized or large panel van or a specialised Tipper, Dropside, Luton or Luton Low-Loader conversion.
The 5 Year PRO+ Promise also builds on the existing benefits offered by the specialised Renault PRO+ dealer network, which is dedicated to meeting the individual requirements of business customers. These include the availability of LCVs for test drives, business specialists, and several initiatives that are designed to maximise uptime and minimise downtime. For even more convenience, business customers can also order any factory-produced Renault PRO+ vehicle via their local Renault dealer.
Starting the Renault PRO+ range is the Kangoo and the all-electric Kangoo Z.E. Europe’s best-selling Electric van, it delivers a car-like driving experience and levels of comfort, practical load area of up to 4.6 cubic metres and a choice of three body styles (Panel Van, Maxi Panel Van, and Crew Van). The Kangoo costs from £17,650** excluding VAT. The 100 per cent electric, zero-emissions-in-use Renault Kangoo Z.E. has a potential range of up to 143 miles (WLTP) and can be charged to 100 per cent in six hours when using a 7kW wallbox.
Next in the line-up is the Trafic, which offers a class-leading maximum load length of 4.15m, plus maximum load volume of 8.6m3 and a payload of up to 1,266kg. It also comes with the latest technologies such as Apple Car Play™ and Android Auto™ for added convenience. The Trafic is priced from £24,750** excluding VAT.
Sitting at the top of the range is the Master. With a load volume of between 6.9m3 and 22m3, with a payload of up to 1,551kg and towing capability of up to 3.5-tonnes, the Master can tackle almost any job thrown at it. At the same time, it features all the necessary comforts for extended working hours in a van. The Master is priced from £28,400** excluding VAT.
For further information on the Renault PRO+ light commercial vehicle range, including factory conversions and those available through the manufacturer’s range of accredited convertors, please visit www.renault.co.uk
The Mustang Mach 1, the most track-capable member of the Mustang line-up to ever grace UK shores, arrives in early summer.
On sale now, the best-handling Mustang offered yet boasts 460PS and a suite of performance enhancements for track-ready capability and on-road driving pleasure.
Performance is boosted to a level worthy of the iconic Mach 1 moniker with enhanced aerodynamics, a specially-calibrated 5.0-litre V8 engine and uprated cooling for improved track capability.
The Mach 1 is also the first production Mustang in Europe available with a high-performance TREMEC six-speed manual transmission, featuring rev-matching technology for seamless down-shifts and an upgraded oil-cooler system for high-demand performance driving.
A unique suspension setup further enhances road performance and track-readiness. Specially-calibrated MagneRide® 2 dampers and bespoke springs, anti-roll bars and bush specifications deliver improved control and response under high cornering loads. Retuned electric power-assisted steering (EPAS) software enables the Mach 1 to offer the most precise steering of any Mustang in Europe.
The result is the fastest production Mustang around a track ever offered to customers in Europe.
Key Facts
Performance
True Mustang V8 with unique software calibration for 460 PS at 7,500 rpm
Open Air Induction System and 87 mm throttle body for sharp throttle response
Uniquely-tuned Active Valve Performance Exhaust gives high quality sound
Cooling
Additional engine oil cooler and oil filter adaptor
Transmission cooler for track endurance
Dedicated underbody fins for brake cooling
Transmission
TREMEC 6-speed manual with revmatching new for Mustang in Europe
10-speed auto with upgraded torque converter and bespoke software
Limited-slip differential as standard
Suspension
MagneRide® adjustable dampers with unique calibration
Stiffer front springs, stiffer anti-roll bars and new steering tuning
New subframe and toe-link components for sharpened steering responses on road and track
Aerodynamics
Front splitter redesigned for increased downforce
Longer undertray and Shelby GT500 rear diffuser design
Bespoke rear spoiler aids neutral aero balance
Styling
Unique interior and exterior badging with Mach 1 logo and chassis number
White cue ball gearknob
Leather sports seats
Pricing – available to order now, deliveries from June Fastback 5.0 V8 Petrol 6 Speed Manual £55,185.00 Fastback 5.0 V8 Petrol 10 Speed Automatic £57,185.00
Options Mach 1 Appearance Pack £1400
(Fighter Jet Gray body colour Satin Black hood and side stripes with reflective orange accents Orange Brembo® brake calipers Orange interior trim accent (sports-style seats only)
19″ Y Spoke Alloy Wheel – High Gloss Magnetic £900
History First introduced in 1969, the Mustang Mach 1 extended the performance of the Mustang GT model with a number of enhancements including more powerful V8 engines, competition suspension and bespoke styling. The first-generation Mach 1 set 295 speed and endurance records at the Bonneville Salt Flats, and racing teams using the Mach 1 earned back-to-back SCCA Manufacturer’s Rally Championships in 1969 and 1970. New or updated versions were introduced in 1971, 1974, and 2003. More than 300,000 Mustang Mach 1 vehicles have been produced since 1969.
Dynamic SportLine model added to Enyaq iV UK launch range
Priced from £39,900 OTR* and featuring unique trim and equipment mix
Sports chassis, progressive steering and Drive Mode Select as standard
SportLine interior adds black trim and unique sports seats
Available to order now, deliveries expected summer
ŠKODA has confirmed pricing and opened order books for the new Enyaq iV SportLine – a sporty addition to the Enyaq iV range.
The SportLine joins the 60 Nav and 80 models in the brand’s launch line-up and gives customers one of the broadest ranges in the electric vehicle sector.
Priced from £39,900 OTR (inc Govt PICG*), the SportLine model combines the dynamic look of a ŠKODA performance model with the added practicality of a full-size SUV. It comes with a 82-kWh battery (77 kWh net) and can cover up to 327** miles on the WLTP combined cycle. In terms of layout, the Enyaq iV features a rear motor and rear wheel drive with the drive unit combining motor, control electronics and a single-speed gearbox.
The motor generates 204PS and 310Nm of torque and can propel the Enyaq iV SportLine from 0-62mph in 8.5 seconds. Top speed is electronically limited to 99mph. To meet the demands of keen drivers, the SportLine model is equipped with a sports chassis set up as standard. This features a lower ride height (15mm lower and the front, 10mm at the rear) and reduces the centre of gravity for even more agile handling. Drive Mode Select and progressive steering are also standard while Dynamic Chassis Control is available as an option.
Sporty exterior design The SportLine iV’s grille, window frames, roof rails and rear bumper diffuser are finished in black, as is ŠKODA block lettering and tailgate badges. The striking side skirts are body-coloured and the SportLine iV comes with a unique front apron and badges on the front wings. 20-inch Vega Anthracite alloy wheels complete the look.
The Enyaq SportLine iV comes with full LED Matrix headlights as standard. Each Matrix high beam module features 24 LEDs, which can be controlled individually and enable the driver to have the high beam on at all times without dazzling other road users. This intelligent technology automatically turns off individual segments of the light beam when the camera on the windscreen detects vehicles, as well as people and objects, reflecting the light.
SportLine-specific Design Selection interior In keeping with ŠKODA’s other SportLine and vRS models, the Enyaq iV SportLine’s upholstery and roof lining are predominantly black. The dashboard is upholstered in a black synthetic leather with grey contrasting stitching and features carbon-effect trims, which provide visual highlights and can also be found on the door panels.
The SportLine Design Selection also includes unique black sports seats with integrated headrests. These are upholstered in Alcantara/Leather and feature grey piping. A three-spoke multifunction leather sports steering wheel comes as standard and allows numerous vehicle functions to be controlled from its buttons and knurled wheels. The leather-covered steering wheel rim features grey contrast stitching, while the lower spoke has a badge bearing the SportLine lettering. The pedal covers come in an aluminium look and further enhance the Enyaq SportLine iV Design Selection.
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* The Plug In Vehicle Grant is a grant currently offered by the Office for Zero Emission Vehicles (OZEV) to eligible manufacturers to promote the purchase of zero emission vehicles. The ŠKODA ENYAQ iV currently qualifies for this scheme. The £3,000 grant has already been deducted from the recommended ‘on the road’ price shown (and therefore the recommended ‘on the road’ price will increase in the event that grant funding is withdrawn, or eligibility for the grant or the grant amount changes, for any reason). Customers purchasing a ŠKODA ENYAQ iV will receive a maximum of £3,000 off the purchase price. Your ŠKODA retailer will submit the details of your order online in order to claim the grant funding. The grant is subject to full T&Cs and eligibility requirements. To find out more contact your ŠKODA Retailer or visit www.gov.uk. Vehicle eligibility and grant figure correct as at 01/01/2021.
** These vehicles are tested according to WLTP technical procedures. All vehicles are tested according to WLTP technical procedures. Figures shown are for comparability purposes; only compare fuel consumption, CO2 and equivalent electric range figures with other vehicles tested to the same technical procedures. These figures may not reflect real life driving results, which will depend upon a number of factors including the accessories fitted (post-registration), variations in weather, driving styles, vehicle load (and, for battery electric vehicles, the starting charge of the battery).
Land Rover and Royal Geographical Society (with IBG) extend partnership to include global photography competition and exhibition
Earth Photo 2021 aims to promote discussion of environmental and geographical issues through photos and videos
Leading Land Rover designer Amy Frascella joins judging panel
Land Rover has worked with the Royal Geographical Society (with IBG) for over 40 years
Entries now open for 2021 competition
Land Rover is partnering with the Royal Geographical Society (with IBG) to launch the 2021 Earth Photo competition – inspiring people to get out into the landscape and appreciate their surroundings.
Earth Photo is an international photography competition that aims to promote environmental and geographical issues by revealing the stories behind the winning images and videos. Entries are now open, with exhibitions of winning and shortlisted images and videos in the summer and autumn.
Earth Photo 2021 breaks new ground in a long partnership. Land Rover has worked with the Royal Geographical Society (with IBG) on fieldwork and expeditions for more than 40 years, providing vehicles and expertise, and funding training and outreach projects.
Laura Wood, Head of Global PR Brand & Partnerships, Jaguar Land Rover, said: “Land Rover has always enabled people to make more of their world, so we are delighted to support the Royal Geographical Society’s Earth Photo competition. By going above and beyond to capture extraordinary images, professional and amateur photographers alike can help make a positive difference, enabling a wider vision of our world.”
Alasdair MacLeod, Head of Enterprise and Resources at the Royal Geographical Society (with IBG), said: “We believe photography and film have a profound international influence and that images and videos speak most powerfully to viewers and convey meaning and emotion beyond the barriers of language.
“Working with Land Rover marks a new chapter for this important international competition. Land Rover’s history of exploration and ability to tackle the toughest terrain makes it the ideal partner for Earth Photo.”
Amy Frascella, Land Rover’s Director of Colour and Materials, joins the judging panel for 2021. Amy said: “People are increasingly aware of their impact on the planet; from the things they buy to what they eat and how they live. Land Rover continues to develop more responsible, sustainable material options, such as premium alternatives to leather and recycled polymers for our interiors.
“The Royal Geographical Society’s Earth Photo competition is a powerful way to encourage debate and change and I’m excited to be joining the judging panel.”
Earth Photo has five award categories: People, Place, Nature, Changing Forests and A Climate of Change. Last year’s competition drew 2,600 entries from all over the world.
Entrants will be encouraged to take photographs and videos when it’s safe to do so, coronavirus restrictions permitting.
The annual competition and exhibitions are jointly developed and hosted by the Society with Land Rover and Forestry England and supported by leading visual arts consultancy Parker Harris.
The Rimac C_Two is nearing the final stages of its multi-year global homologation program, meaning it can be sold all over the world, from the bitter cold of a Canadian winter to the scorching heat of a Middle Eastern summer.
And to make sure it’s ready for every extreme it could face, engineers have put the C_Two’s HVAC system to the ultimate weather test.
Using a Climatic chamber, capable of creating temperatures as high as 48C (118F) and as low as -28C (-4F), the C_Two baked in high humidity 48C air, with sun lights beating down on it, until the cabin reached 70C (158F). Then the car’s compressors, pumps and fans were called into action, cooling the interior down to just 22C (72F) without overheating any components.
At the other end of the scale, the prototype vehicle was then left overnight in -28C (-4F) temperatures, with the doors wide open, creating a thin layer of ice all over the C_Two. As fluids in the car become thicker at these sub-zero temperatures it becomes much harder for pumps to work, but all continued to work faultlessly and the car was defrosted well within global homologation targets.
Following this latest test, the pre-series prototype will go through final rounds of homologation tests, durability tests, trim experimentation, NVH tweaking, and global product evaluation, before final production-specification cars are built later this year. The C_Two will be fully revealed in just a few months.
