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Team Mexico wins the BMW Golf Cup World Final – ‘Eagles for Education’ raises € 49,000.

Munich/George. The BMW Golf Cup World Final for the 2023 season at Fancourt Resort in South Africa drew to a detailed with a go to from {golfing} legend Gary Player (RSA) and plenty of causes to rejoice. Victory within the nationwide competitors went to the crew from Mexico (303 factors), forward of Team Vietnam (278) and Team Italy (276). Over the course of the match, the gamers carded 49 eagles. This allowed the BMW Group to assist UNICEF* with € 49,000, raised on the World Final alone, for use on instructional programmes in disaster areas.

“Congratulations to the Mexican team and the individual winners at the BMW Golf Cup World Final, who came out on top against international opposition at this high-class tournament,” stated Peter van Binsbergen, CEO BMW Group South Africa. “Furthermore, everyone who has experienced this unforgettable week is really a winner. A palpable sense of community has developed across all the cultures and nationalities, fuelled by the shared joy of golf and the delight generated by such a fantastic host country. The fact that the BMW Group is also able to donate € 49,000 to UNICEF is the icing on the cake.”

The BMW Group and UNICEF* are collaborating within the partnership ‘BRIDGE. Educating young people for tomorrow, today’, focussing on instructional tasks in STEM (science, expertise, engineering and arithmetic) in international locations, which have programme wants and a BMW Group presence. They embrace Brazil, India, Mexico and Thailand, in addition to South Africa.

Within the framework of ‘BRIDGE’, the BMW Group additionally has the chance elevate funds to assist UNICEF’s work in emergencies and protracted crises. The United Nation’s International Children’s Fund makes use of these sources to assist youngsters to develop expertise to deal with trauma and to supply them with a secure surroundings wherein to proceed their studying. The quantity raised by ‘Eagles For Education’ on the BMW Golf Cup World Final can be used to assist instructional programmes of this sort in disaster areas.

In addition to the nationwide competitions, particular person champions have been additionally topped on the BMW Golf Cup World Final within the Men’s A (as much as HCP 12), Men’s B (HCP 13-28) and Ladies (HCP as much as 28) lessons. The titles went to Macarena Aceval Acosta (MEX, 105, Ladies), Ching Hua Tsai (111, TPE, Men’s A), and Marco Solzi (ITA, 105, Men’s B).

The trophies have been introduced to the winners on the closing Gala Dinner by South African golf legend Gary Player, who couldn’t go up the chance to go to the BMW Golf Cup World Final. This was one thing of a house outing for the 88-year-old winner of 18 majors, because the three spectacular golf programs at Fancourt Resort – The Links, Montagu and Outeniqua – are his designs.

“It is a great pleasure for me to be involved in the World Final – and not just because this fantastic and established competition is taking place in my country and because Fancourt will always be a special place for me,” stated Player. “The BMW Golf Cup brings out the best in our beautiful game: ambition and high-class competition, but also respect for one another, the forging of friendships and the sharing of joyful moments. And finally, ‘Eagles for Education’ is ensuring that we don’t forget the most vulnerable – the children. Supporting them has always been especially important to me and my late wife Vivian.”

Despite his age, it’s nonetheless clear to see that Player is without doubt one of the greatest and most charismatic golfers within the historical past of the game. The delighted members and their visitors have been capable of admire him at shut hand, because the ‘Black Knight’ invited them to an unique golf clinic on the Friday – an expertise that these current will keep in mind for a very long time, together with the numerous fascinating insights into the wealthy tradition and pure wealth of South Africa and the heat of the locals.

*UNICEF doesn’t endorse any firm, model, services or products.

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BMW Golf Cup World Final in South Africa helps UNICEF.

Munich/George. Located on the fantastic Garden Route in South Africa, roughly midway between Cape Town and Port Elizabeth, is Fancourt Golf Resort – venue this week for the 33rd BMW Golf Cup World Final. In maintaining with the motto for the most important worldwide event sequence for novice golfers – ‘once in a lifetime’ – Fancourt offers the proper circumstances for a novel sporting and social expertise. Golfers have certified for the World Final via roughly 1,000 tournaments all over the world. Together with their company, they’ll now take pleasure in breathtaking golf programs, an unique resort, a event held in skilled circumstances, and an exciting programme away from the golf course.

Through their sporting efforts, the world finalists may even do their bit for trigger, as BMW Group is supporting UNICEF* in its work in disaster areas with €1,000 for every web eagle carded over the course of the event.

BMW Group’s instructional involvement on the golf scene comes beneath the tagline ‘Eagles for Education’ and was launched final 12 months on the firm’s headquarters in Munich throughout the BMW International Open on the DP World Tour. South Africa can also be a rustic with which the BMW Group has been intently related on the golf scene and past for greater than 50 years.

The premium car producer opened its first plant exterior of Germany in Rosslyn, close to Johannesburg, from which 1.6 million vehicles have since been delivered to greater than 40 nations. Right from the phrase go, BMW Group has additionally been dedicated to work in the neighborhood in South Africa, focussing as regards to STEM training (science, expertise, engineering and arithmetic).

For this motive, South Africa was final 12 months chosen as the place to begin for a long-term partnership between BMW Group and UNICEF*. This comes beneath the slogan ‘BRIDGE. Educating young people for tomorrow, today’ and in addition focusses on instructional tasks in STEM. Over the course of 2024, the collaboration will likely be expanded to Brazil, India, Mexico and Thailand – all of which have programme wants and have BMW Group presence. The partnership will contribute to UNICEF’s international goal to succeed in 10 million kids and younger folks every year via training.

BMW Group additionally has the chance to lift funds to help UNICEF’s work in emergencies and protracted crises. The United Nation’s International Children’s Fund makes use of these assets to help kids to develop abilities to deal with trauma and to supply them with a secure setting during which to proceed their studying.

Over the course of 9 rounds of golf, the rivals can elevate cash by taking incredible golf pictures and hitting as many web eagles as attainable. The World Final is performed throughout three rounds in three classes: Men’s A (as much as HCP 12), Men’s B (HCP 13-28) and Ladies (HCP as much as 28). As effectively as in these particular person classes, a title can also be up for grabs in a nationwide workforce competitors.

In maintaining with custom, the World Final kicks off on Monday night with a welcome night and the parading of flags from all of the nationalities current. The occasion attracts to a worthy shut on Friday night with the Gala Dinner and a really particular visitor of honour. South African golf legend Gary Player, who has no fewer than 18 main titles to his identify, together with 9 on the Seniors tour, will current the trophies after first entertaining the BMW company together with his well-known charisma and legendary health throughout a novel golf clinic. The 88-year-old is the proper visitor of honour for the BMW Golf Cup World Final – not solely resulting from his standing as one of many biggest golfers of all time, but additionally as a result of he designed the three spectacular golf programs at Fancourt.

*UNICEF doesn’t endorse any firm, model, services or products.

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Updated 2024 Honda Africa Twin Touches Down In America

Honda Africa Twin followers, when you’ve been ready anxiously for the 2024 lineup to come back to America, now you can formally breathe a sigh of reduction. We’re completely satisfied to announce that your wait is now over.

Does American Honda need you to be its valentine? We cannot say for certain. What we can let you know is that February 13, 2024 is the date that Team Red selected to formally announce the up to date 2024 Africa Twin lineup for the American market.

Coincidence? Roses are crimson, Honda Africa Twins are (regularly) crimson and blue. Can they go on an journey with you? 

2024 Africa Twin DCT - Studio - Grand Prix Red - Front Right Angle View

2024 Honda Africa Twin DCT

2024 Africa Twin Adventure Sports ES DCT - Studio - Pearl White - Front Left Angle View

2024 Honda Africa Twin Adventure Sports ES DCT

The 2024 Africa Twin updates were announced in October 2023 in Europe. Happily, the American bikes get the identical substantive updates as their European counterparts. You’ll discover a barely torquier, up to date model of the 1,084cc parallel twin that many riders have already come to know and love. 

Both the 2024 Africa Twin and the 2024 Africa Twin Adventure Sports ES come together with your alternative of a regular six-speed guide gearbox or Honda’s Dual Clutch Transmission. The customary Africa Twin will get a regular Showa suspension with 8 inches of entrance wheel journey and eight.7 inches of rear wheel journey. Meanwhile, the AT Adventure Sports ES will get the Showa suspension with EERA, no matter whether or not you select the usual or DCT choices.

Switchable ABS, a pair of four-piston calipers with 310mm entrance brake discs and a single one-piston rear caliper with a 256mm brake disc are customary on all 2024 Africa Twin variants. The 2024 AT will get a 21-inch entrance and an 18-inch rear wheel, whereas the extra road-biased AT Adventure Sports ES will get a 19-inch entrance and an 18-inch rear wheel. As we famous firstly, this will likely all sound fairly acquainted when you stored up with the 2024 European market launch.

Colors, Pricing, and Availability


2024 Africa Twin - Studio - Grand Prix Red - Front Right Angle View

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Where the American launch of the 2024 Africa Twin lineup differs barely is in colours, pricing, and availability. 

In the US, the 2024 Africa Twin is available in Grand Prix Red. Choose the 2024 Africa Twin Adventure Sports ES as a substitute, and your shade alternative is Pearl White. The European-market bikes additionally get a further Matt Ballistic Black Metallic colorway that’s not listed as a US-market shade.

As for pricing, the 2024 Honda Africa Twin’s base MSRP begins at $14,799, which is simply $300 greater than the 2022 Africa Twin (which is the newest American mannequin 12 months previous to the 2024 launch). The DCT model begins at $15,599, the Adventure Sports ES model begins at $17,599, and the Africa Twin Adventure Sports ES DCT begins at $18,399. 

All 2024 Honda Africa Twin bikes for the US market shall be accessible in Honda dealerships from May 2024.

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2024 Africa Eco Race: Aprilia Takes Overall Victory

Aprilia started its Back to Africa project with one purpose in thoughts: To take the Tuareg 660 to the Africa Eco Race and check its would possibly in opposition to all the things that one of many world’s main rally raid occasions may throw at it. Fast ahead to January 2024, and Aprilia’s Jacopo Cerutti stood proudly on the high of the 2024 Africa Eco Race podium.

He and teammate Francesco Montanari each took their rally-prepped Aprilia Tuareg 660s to contest one of many world’s hardest occasions. Modifications from the inventory bike embrace an Öhlins by Andreani suspension, an SC-Project titanium exhaust, and a Sprint Filter air filter. 

Both Cerutti and Montanari put in a formidable displaying, with Cerutti beginning out because the veteran within the pairing and Montanari because the rookie. Throughout the occasion, Cerutti persistently stayed within the high three with Yamaha Tenere World Raid Team riders Alessandro Botturi and Pol Tarrés. 

Together, the trio swapped locations within the high three throughout every stage, and the occasions have been fairly shut between them. When all was stated and completed, in any case 12 phases of the 2024 AER, lower than 26 minutes separated the highest three riders.

2024 Africa Eco Race Top 10 Finishers Overall

Once all of the occasions have been added up and any relevant time penalties assessed, here is how the highest 10 riders fared based on the official outcomes.

Rider Team 2024 AER Total Time
Jacopo Cerutti Aprilia Racing GCorse 39:52:49
Alessandro Botturi Yamaha Tenere World Raid Team 39:59:27
Pol Tarrés Yamaha Tenere World Raid Team 40:17:58
Alexandre Vaudan Casteu Trophy 44:22:39
Attilio Fert France Road Book 45:27:52
Marco Aurelio Fontana Honda Genuine Oil 45:47:08
Marco Menichini Solarys Racing 45:55:33
Francesco Montanari Aprilia Racing GCorse 47:46:06
Nicolas Charlier Yamaha Tenere World Raid Team 47:48:57
Nicola Quinto Jacque De Molay Team Solarys 48:15:33

“I had quite a scare today, because at the 20th kilometer there was a bit of a mix-up on a note and I thought my rivals had dropped me. But then I found the track again and it was me who caught Botturi,” Cerutti stated after the race.

“From that moment on, we went on together and I brought the result home. I must compliment my opponents for the fairness they showed throughout the race, it was really an honor to battle with them,” he added.

“It was a very tense Africa Eco Race for us, leading from the start with Botturi and Tarres putting pressure on us, but we managed it. Thanks also to a great bike; the Tuareg proved itself equal to a demanding marathon like this. I can’t wait to celebrate together with the team!”


2024 Africa Eco Race - Aprilia Wins 2

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BMW

BMW celebrates creative journey of Esther Mahlangu. Debuting in Cape Town, the Retrospective Exhibition showcases Esther Mahlangu’s lifework, that includes the artist’s BMW Art Car as a central exhibition piece.

Munich/Cape Town. The Iziko Museums of South Africa and BMW are happy to announce “Then I Knew I Was Good at Painting”: Esther Mahlangu. A Retrospective. The exhibition, curated by Nontobeko Ntombela, highlights Esther Mahlangu’s over 50-year lengthy profession and her meteoric rise as a up to date artist, incomes her international acclaim. The retrospective will likely be on view at Iziko Museums of South Africa from February 18 till August 11, 2024. From there it is going to start its international tour, stopping first on the Wits Art Museum in Johannesburg, South Africa, earlier than transferring to the United States in early 2026.

BMW is proud to help this landmark exhibition which honours the expertise of Esther Mahlangu and celebrates a shared historical past of collaboration. Included on this exhibition will likely be Mahlangu’s BMW 525i Art Car, returning to South Africa for the primary time in over 30 years. Mahlangu turned the primary African and girl to color a BMW Art Car in 1991. This collaboration marked a major second within the artwork world, mixing African artwork with up to date automotive design.

“Painting has always been a part of me. I cannot separate it from myself, and neither would I want to. I look forward to sharing my practice and long and colourful story with you on my upcoming Retrospective Exhibition”, says Esther Mahlangu.

Through the language of color and kind, the exhibition charts Mahlangu’s contribution to up to date artwork near seven a long time. More than 100 artworks have been gathered from international collections. They have been positioned alongside historic images and a brief movie. This numerous assortment from Mahlangu’s expansive oeuvre which options in “Then I Knew I Was Good at Painting”: Esther Mahlangu. A Retrospective, will supply a complete but intimate perception into her huge and vibrant profession.

“Mahlangu’s journey is a testament to passion, innovation, and resilience”, Curator Nontobeko Ntombela remarks. Continuing, “The retrospective pays homage to Esther Mahlangu’s unique approach to art, which intersects African cultures with modernity and the contemporary. The exhibition celebrates Mahlangu’s voice, agency, and pioneering spirit, symbolizing her self-enunciation, self-determination and creativity”, she says.

The retrospective is a landmark achievement for South African artwork. It acknowledges Mahlangu as one of many few South African artists who’ve had the chance to current a Retrospective Exhibition in world-renowned museums. Of the exhibition, Dr Bongani Ndhlovu, Acting CEO, Iziko Museums of South Africa, says: “Iziko Museums is honored to celebrate the living legend, Dr Esther Mahlangu, and to host this colossal showcase where creativity, culture, and aesthetics are fused.” He continues, “Dr. Mahlangu is a living symbol of triumph against adversity. Her approach to art has inspired generations and is a re-affirmation of calls for Africa-centred innovations.”

“The BMW Group’s commitment to this exhibition is a testament to our respect and admiration for Dr Esther Mahlangu’s pioneering spirit and remarkable contribution to the world of art. This exhibition not only celebrates the incredible journey and legacy of Mam’ Esther but also symbolizes a cherished collaboration that dates back over three decades. We are especially excited about the return of the BMW Art Car to South African soil – a significant symbol of our shared history and appreciation for art that transcends boundaries”, says Peter van Binsbergen, CEO of BMW Group South Africa.

The BMW Group’s Cultural Engagement, with unique updates and deeper insights into its international initiatives might be adopted on Instagram at @BMWGroupCulture.

“Then I Knew I Was Good at Painting”: Esther Mahlangu. A Retrospective
February 18 – August 11, 2024
Iziko South African National Gallery
Government Avenue, Company’s Garden, Cape Town, South Africa

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2024 Africa Eco Race: Botturi Wins Stage 5; Cerutti Leads Overall

If Stage Four of the 2024 Africa Eco Race was the longest stage on this yr’s route, Stage Five was fortunately a lot shorter for the members. The stage ran and wrapped on Saturday, January 6, with Sunday, January 7 being a chosen Rest Day for all members earlier than they head from Morocco into Mauritania.

Amazingly, Stage Four of the 2024 AER noticed each the highest bike and the highest automotive within the area full the stage in precisely the identical period of time: three hours, 31 minutes, and 53 seconds. 

For the bikes, it was Alessandro Botturi who got here out on high as soon as once more, sealing the stage victory for himself and the Yamaha manufacturing unit racing staff. His teammate, Pol Tarrés, got here in second place as soon as once more. As for Tarrés’ proper foot, it is apparently nonetheless bothering him, however he is extra eager about toughing it out than to find out for sure what’s flawed with it. This might be relatable content material for a few of us.

What about Jacopo Cerutti and his Aprilia Tuareg 660? He completed in third place for the day, however he and the 2 Yamahas mainly caught collectively and set a blistering tempo all through the complete stage. Cerutti’s teammate, Francesco Montanari, completed the stage in fifth place behind KTM rider Alexandre Vaudan. 

Here are the occasions for Stage Five:

Rider Team Time
Alessandro Botturi Yamaha 3 hours, 31 minutes, 53 seconds
Pol Tarrés Yamaha +01:57
Jacopo Cerutti Aprilia +03:57
Alexandre Vaudan KTM +10:50
Andrea Gava Beta +14:24
Giovanni Gritti Honda +14:26

The time distinction between the highest three riders on Stage Five and the remainder of the sector is not fairly as dramatic as the general time variations at the moment stand. There, you will see that the highest three riders (Cerutti, Botturi, and Tarrés) are all a minimum of two hours forward of their nearest competitors.

Here are the general 2024 Africa Eco Race Standings after the primary 5 levels:

Rider Team Time
Jacopo Cerutti Aprilia 20 hours, 23 minutes, 59 seconds
Alessandro Botturi Yamaha +04:15
Pol Tarrés Yamaha +04:45
Guillaume Borne Husqvarna +2:14:02
Giovanni Gritti Honda +2:16:13
Alexandre Vaudan KTM +2:59:17

With 5 levels already within the historical past books for the 2024 Africa Eco Race, simply seven stay earlier than we see who will win this yr’s occasion. Things would possibly look a sure manner proper now, however something can occur between now and the end line. Stay tuned for the most recent right here at RideApart.

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Honda Expected To Update 2024 Africa Twin

Honda is planning to release significant updates to its flagship adventure bike, the CRF 1100 Africa Twin, for the 2024 model-year. Reports suggest that the new Africa Twin will feature improvements to the engine, chassis, and overall setup, with a focus on road riding.

According to a recent article by German motorcycling publication Motorroad Online, technical data on the 2024 Honda Africa Twin has been filed with the Swiss Federal Roads Office. The report indicates that the 2024 model will have a slight increase in torque, with 78.4 pound-feet (112 Newton-meters) compared to the previous model’s 73.5 pound-feet (105 Newton-meters). The updated model will also produce peak torque at a lower rpm, 5,500 rpm compared to the previous model’s 6,250 rpm. The peak power is expected to remain the same at 102 horsepower.

2023 Honda Africa Twin Blue Glint Wave Metallic Tricolor

2023 Honda Africa Twin 

Another major change is the introduction of a 19-inch front wheel. The current Africa Twin has enduro wheel sizes with a 21-inch front and 18-inch rear wheel. The 2024 Africa Twin will have 110/80-19 front tire and a 150/70-18 rear tire, indicating a shift towards a more road-focused model. It’s important to note that the Africa Twin Adventure Sports model is expected to retain the 21-inch front and 18-inch rear wheelset.

The 2024 Africa Twin is expected to gain 6.6 pounds (three kilograms), although the report does not specify where the weight has been added. Additionally, there is a possibility of adding premium technology such as front and rear radar, cameras, and adaptive cruise control.

Fans of the Africa Twin can anticipate the release of the 2024 model at EICMA in November 2023. More information is likely to be announced closer to the event, and we will keep you updated as it becomes available.

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Launching The BMW Art Generation in South Africa

Munich/Johannesburg. An initiative by FNB Art Joburg and BMW Group South Africa, the BMW Young Collectors Co. was established in 2020 to develop a new generation of art collectors. Opening the BMW Young Collectors Co. programme to the public, The BMW Art Generation brings celebrated, established, and young artists, curators, and academics, from across the world together with collectors to shape, celebrate and protect the future of contemporary African art. Hosted at William Kentridge’s Centre for the Less Good Idea, The BMW Art Generation will give the public access to studios, performance art, live music and a boutique lifestyle market with stalls dedicated to demonstrating the very best in design and food and wine experiences.

The BMW Art Generation is a weekend event that will take place from 2-3 September 2023. It aims to immerse visitors in contemporary African culture through various interactive experiences.

The goal of The BMW Art Generation is to explore contemporary African art within the black intellectual tradition and create a space where art, history, and place intersect. The event seeks to foster innovation, community, and an Africa that sets standards for the global contemporary art ecosystem. The emphasis is on knowledge transfer from one generation to another, prioritizing access and inclusivity.

Johannesburg, the cultural capital of the African continent, is home to FNB Art Joburg, the longest running contemporary art fair in Africa. The BMW Art Generation, taking place in central Johannesburg, aims to reignite engagement and investment in the city as a hub for contemporary art.

The BMW Art Generation will bring together renowned individuals in the art world, including collectors, artists, and curators. Participants include American collector and radiologist, Dr. Joy Simmons; Founder and Director of the Lagos Photo Festival and the African Artists’ Foundation (AAF), Azu Nwagbogu; Princeton-based Nigerian artist and historian, Chika Okeke-Agulu; Swiss curator and director at the Serpentine Galleries, Hans Ulrich Obrist; and South African artist William Kentridge.

BMW Group South Africa has a long-standing commitment to supporting arts and culture and has engaged in over 100 cultural collaborations worldwide. The partnership with FNB Art Joburg is an important one, demonstrating BMW Group South Africa’s dedication to corporate cultural responsibility.

The BMW Young Collectors Co. is an initiative by FNB Art Joburg and BMW Group South Africa, established in 2020. It aims to develop a new generation of art collectors in Africa who will invest in and collect African art. This initiative fills a void in art collecting education and experience, particularly for younger generations. The majority of collectors in South Africa are older than 50 years old and lack diversity. The BMW Young Collectors Co. provides access to top artists, galleries, and art patrons, ensuring the growth of the African art economy for future generations.

FNB Art Joburg, based in Johannesburg, is the leading and longest running contemporary African art fair on the continent. It plays a significant role in developing and sustaining a commercial industry centered around African and diasporic practitioners. The fair is divided into six specialized sections: gallery HUB, gallery LAB, MAX, ETC, AUX, and ORG sections.

To learn more about the full programme, visit: Here is what to expect – A story by FNB Art Joburg

The BMW Art Generation will take place at the Centre for the Less Good Idea in Maboneng, Johannesburg, South Africa. Entrance tickets are required for the event, which spans from September 2-3, 2023. There will also be a VIP Opening on September 1, 2023, by invitation only.

To visit FNB Art Joburg, entrance tickets are also required. The event will take place at the Sandton Convention Centre in Johannesburg, South Africa, from September 7-10, 2023. There will be a VIP Opening on September 7, 2023, by invitation only.

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This Could Be The Look For The India-spec Toyota Rumion


The updated MPV based on the Maruti Ertiga has been launched in South Africa with an Innova Hycross-like front profile

Toyota Rumion

  • The Toyota Rumion is a rebadged version of the Maruti Ertiga.

  • Gets the same 1.5-litre petrol engine that making 104PS and 138Nm.

  • Features an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system, auto AC, dual front airbags and vehicle stability control (VSC).

  • Could be launched in India later this year at an expected starting price of Rs 9 lakh (ex-showroom).

Toyota Rumion, a rebadged version of the Maruti Ertiga, is expected to be introduced in the Indian market later this year. The latest version of the Toyota MPV, which was recently launched in South Africa, features several design changes.

India-spec Rumion

Unlike previous Maruti and Toyota models like the Baleno and Glanza, which look almost identical to each other, the newer models have design elements that differentiate their looks. The Rumion, originally introduced as a rebadged Ertiga in 2021, had only a three-bar chrome grille to distinguish it. The 2023 Rumion now has a new front profile that bears resemblance to the Toyota Innova Hycross.

Toyota Rumion Side

The India-spec Rumion is expected to feature the same updated design with a new grille, a different front bumper, and a new set of alloy wheels. The rear and side profiles will remain identical to the previous version of the Rumion, as well as the Ertiga.

Powertrain

Toyota Rumion Manual Transmission

In the international market, the Toyota Rumion is equipped with the same powertrain as the Maruti Ertiga: a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine. This engine produces 104PS and 138Nm of torque and is paired with either a 5-speed manual or a 4-speed automatic transmission.

Also Read: The “Toyota Fronx” Exists, And May Arrive In 2024!

The India-spec Rumion is likely to feature the same engine, but it may come with a 6-speed torque converter instead of the 4-speed automatic.

Features & Safety

Toyota Rumion Cabin

The Rumion MPV comes equipped with an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, automatic climate control, cruise control, dual front airbags, ABS with EBD, hill hold, vehicle stability control (VSC), and ISOFIX child seat anchors. The India-spec model is expected to have the same features, except for the infotainment unit, which is a 7-inch unit in the Maruti Ertiga.

Price & Rivals

Toyota Rumion Rear

The Toyota Rumion is expected to be launched in India later this year with an estimated starting price of Rs 9 lakh (ex-showroom). It will directly compete with the Maruti Ertiga and serve as an affordable alternative to more premium MPVs like the Toyota Innova Crysta and Kia Carens.

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ROLLS-ROYCE MOTOR CARS CELEBRATES WORLD BEE DAY BY INSPIRING YOUNG MINDS AT ITS APIARY IN DUBAI

  • Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Middle East & Africa and Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Dubai, AGMC join apiculturists, naturalists and conservationists around the world in observing World Bee Day
  • Over 60 schoolchildren have visited the Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Apiary in Dubai this year, learning about the critical role bees play in our lives

“As pollinators for numerous flowering plants, bees are absolutely critical to biodiversity and human food production. World Bee Day is a reminder that conserving and protecting these fascinating and incredibly important species is of the utmost importance. We’re delighted to mark World Bee Day this year at our wonderful Dubai Apiary, which has welcomed over 60 of the city’s brightest young minds to immerse themselves in the magical world of bees and aid us in our mission to raise awareness of the threats facing these amazing creatures.”
 César Habib, Regional Director , Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Middle East & Africa

Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Middle East & Africa, and Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Dubai, AGMC, marked World Bee Day on Saturday 20 May 2023 with a unique educational event. A group of 19 students of different ages from local schools visited the magnificent Rolls-Royce Apiary, nestled within the lush grounds of Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club, where they took part in a variety of bee-related activities.

After an introduction and Q&A session, the students toured the apiary, observing the different stages of the bees’ lifecycle, and learning about the role of the ‘Emirati Queen’ bee as the centre of hive society, and the importance of pollination. They also discovered how the apiary’s six hives were designed and built specifically to withstand Dubai’s climate. Equipped with their new knowledge, the students were then enlisted as junior beekeepers and put to work extracting honey, then learning how to identify ‘real’ honey from counterfeit product during a special tasting. The students also made seed bombs, an ingenious and effective method of sowing wildflowers and other plants which serve as a fundamental source of sustenance for bees.

The Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Apiary in Dubai was established on World Bee Day in 2021. It’s modelled on the highly successful apiary at the Home of Rolls-Royce at Goodwood, England, where six palatial hives have sustained a colony of over 250,000 European honey bees since 2017. Over 60 local schoolchildren have visited the Dubai Apiary to date in 2023.

As important pollinators for the majority of the world’s wild flowering plant species and more than 75% of global food crops, bees play a fundamental role in biodiversity, healthy ecosystems and food security. However, their populations have declined globally over recent decades due to changes in farming practices and land-use, habitat loss, pesticides and rising temperatures linked to climate change. To raise awareness of the importance of bees and the threats they face, the UN designated 20 May as World Bee Day, encouraging the world to protect these pollinators and their habitats.

THE ROLLS-ROYCE MOTOR CARS DUBAI APIARY

Like the original at the Home of Rolls-Royce, the Dubai Apiary comprises of six hives named ‘Phantom’, ‘Ghost’, ‘Wraith’, ‘Dawn’, ‘Cullinan’, and ‘Spirit of Ecstasy’. Made from cedar, and painted white to withstand the city’s high temperatures and humidity levels, the Apiary is home to some 60,000 bees, and six ‘Emirati Queens’, generously provided by the Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA) and carefully tended by experts from The Beekeepers Foundation, UAE.

Since its launch, which coincided with the World Bee Day on 20 May 2021, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Middle East & Africa and Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Dubai (AGMC) have been actively involved in helping to educate the public about the importance of these remarkable creatures in our ecosystem.

“The Rolls-Royce Apiary is a project that is very close to my heart and incredibly important to all of us at Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Middle East & Africa, and Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, AGMC. Under the supervision of the Beekeepers Foundation in Dubai, the Apiary serves as a refuge to help bees and other pollinator species to thrive, and to see the Apiary not only educate but inspire bright and curious minds is something that we are very proud of. I would like to thank all the volunteers, Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA) and Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club for their exceptional dedication and support with our Apiary initiative.”
 Rami Joudi, Regional PR & Communications Manager, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Middle East & Africa