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VAUXHALL REVEALS PRICING AND SPECIFICATION FOR NEW LCV RANGE

  • Vauxhall publicizes pricing and specification for brand spanking new LCV line-up
  • Choice of Prime and Pro trim ranges on New Combo and New Vivaro, whereas New Movano is out there solely in Prime trim
  • Significant record worth reductions on electrical fashions
  • Orders open now, with first deliveries from Spring
  • New Combo Electric is manufactured at Ellesmere Port, the UK’s first electric-only quantity manufacturing plant
  • New Vivaro manufactured at Luton, with restricted manufacturing of Vivaro Electric set to start in 2025
  • Vauxhall, alongside its sister Stellantis manufacturers, is the one model to fabricate vans in quantity within the UK
  • Vauxhall is certainly one of few manufacturers to supply a totally electrical variant throughout its total LCV line-up and was the UK’s best-selling electrical van producer in 2023

Vauxhall has introduced full pricing and specification for its new gentle industrial automobile (LCV) vary. With new variations of the compact Combo, mid-size Vivaro and enormous Movano vans, the up to date fashions provide a brand new exterior type and redesigned cockpit, whereas the totally electrical variations proceed to supply class-leading driving vary alongside vital worth reductions.

As with all Vauxhalls, the van line-up is obtainable with a easy selection of trims designed to make issues easy for patrons. On the New Combo and New Vivaro, two generously outfitted specification ranges – Prime and Pro – can be found from launch, guaranteeing that the variations between particular person variants are straightforward to grasp.  

Prime represents the entry level to the respective ranges, delivering all of the important tools and options drivers would count on in a contemporary van at a aggressive worth. Pro takes issues up a stage, with extra options providing additional consolation and practicality.

The New Movano retains issues even easier, with each Electric and diesel variations accessible in well-equipped Prime trim.

Orders for the brand new Vauxhall LCV vary are open now. Delivery dates range by mannequin and trim, with the primary automobiles being delivered from Spring.

New Combo and Combo Electric

The new Vauxhall Combo is out there in two trim ranges, Prime and Pro. Both diesel and electrical variations of the New Combo can be found in two lengths, with a selection of two or three entrance seats. The New Combo and Combo Electric are moreover provided as a five-seat Crew Van.

Produced at Ellesmere Port, the UK’s first EV-only quantity manufacturing plant, the New Combo Electric can journey as much as 205 miles on a single cost of its new 50kWh battery (WLTP mixed cycle) – 30 miles additional than its predecessor. Powered by an electrical motor creating 136PS and 270Nm of torque, the New Combo Electric comes with a 7.4kW on-board charger as customary (a 11kW charger is optionally available), and the battery could be recharged from 0-80% in half-hour at a 100kW public charging station.

Like its predecessor, the New Combo Electric continues to supply as much as 4.4 cubic metres of space for storing (the identical as its combustion engine siblings), whereas the 780kg payload and the 750kg towing capability are each best-in-class.

The New Combo is powered by an environment friendly 1.5-litre turbo diesel engine producing 100PS and paired with a six-speed guide gearbox. A extra highly effective 130PS variant can also be accessible and could be specified with both a six-speed guide or eight-speed computerized transmission.

Entry-level Prime specification features a smartphone station as customary, that includes DAB radio, Bluetooth® and a smartphone interface with Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™, in addition to Vauxhall Connect. Prime fashions are additionally outfitted with a complete suite of security methods, together with superior emergency braking, driver consideration alert, clever velocity help and lane hold help. For added comfort, drivers profit from rear parking sensors, computerized lighting management with excessive beam help and cruise management.

Pro trim provides Vauxhall’s Multimedia Pro Navi infotainment system, which features a 10-inch touchscreen with satellite tv for pc navigation and pure voice recognition. The instrument cluster can also be upgraded to a 10-inch digital show, whereas visibility is improved because of the Dynamic Surround View system. This includes two cameras, one situated above the rear doorways and one other below the passenger-side exterior mirror. The pictures – of the rear whereas driving and (when activated by the indicator stalk) of the facet blind-spot – are displayed within the new high-definition digital rear-view mirror.

Another first for the New Combo is the addition of adaptive, glare-free Intelli-Lux Matrix LED® headlights on Pro variants, changing into the primary mannequin in its section to have this expertise. Its matrix headlamps, comprised of 14 LED components, robotically reduce out oncoming street customers from their beam, guaranteeing drivers have a transparent view forward with out dazzling others.

For enhanced type, the Combo Pro additionally provides full-diameter 16-inch wheel trims, body-colour bumpers and door handles and black, power-folding door mirrors. Meanwhile, the FlexCargo Pack supplies larger practicality with a load-through bulkhead, twin entrance passengers’ fastened bench seat, fold-flat centre seat backrest with desk and two-way foldable outer seat.

Prices for the New Combo begin at £21,920 OTR (exc. VAT) for diesel variants. The New Combo Electric begins from £26,800 OTR (after Plug-in Van Grant, exc. VAT), representing a saving of £4,750 over the outgoing mannequin.

New Vivaro and Vivaro Electric

Like the Combo, the New Vivaro and Vivaro Electric can be found in Prime and Pro trim ranges. Both variations can be found in two lengths (4.98m and 5.33m), as a Panel Van, Crew Van/Doublecab and a platform-chassis for quite a lot of physique sorts. Depending on the model, the New Vivaro presents as much as 6.6m3 of cargo quantity and 1.4 tonnes of payload.

The Vivaro Electric was the UK’s best-selling electrical van in 2023 and from Spring 2025 will start restricted manufacturing at Vauxhall’s Luton manufacturing plant. Drivers of the most recent model will profit from a spread of as much as 217 miles (WLTP), a rise of 12 miles over the outgoing mannequin. The New Vivaro Electric’s 75kWh battery could be charged utilizing the usual 7.4kW onboard charger (an 11kW charger is optionally available), whereas a 5-80% cost takes simply 45 minutes at a 100kW public charger. A novel function on this section is the ‘e-Power Take-off Unit’, which can be utilized to provide smaller instruments or fridge items for cooled vans with energy from the traction battery.

Internal combustion variations of the New Vivaro can be found with both a 1.5-litre (120PS) turbo diesel engine paired with a six-speed guide gearbox, or a 2.0-litre turbo diesel engine in two states of tune – 145PS or 180PS. The former could be mixed with both a six-speed guide or eight-speed computerized transmission, with the extra highly effective variant accessible solely as an computerized.

As customary, the New Vivaro is provided with a 10-inch HD touchscreen with wi-fi smartphone mirroring and Vauxhall Connect. The infotainment may also be operated via voice recognition and the steering wheel-mounted audio controls. Key driving info is displayed in a 10-inch digital instrument cluster, whereas on the Vivaro Electric paddle shifters enable drivers to select from three ranges of regenerative braking.

Prime trim contains a variety of security and driver help options, akin to a full-height metal bulkhead, rear parking sensors, clever velocity help, lane hold help and driver consideration alert. Pro trim provides Dynamic Surround View, which features a digital rear view mirror and passenger facet digital camera, blind spot detection, flank guard detection of fastened obstacles, a 180-degree rear parking digital camera and entrance and rear parking sensors.

Other key additions on Pro trim embody an upgraded infotainment system with satellite tv for pc navigation, ECO LED headlights and entrance fog lights. Visual enhancements embody 17-inch metal wheels with full-diameter wheel trims (or optionally available 17-inch alloy wheels), body-colour entrance and rear bumpers, side-mouldings and door handles. A FlexCargo load-through bulkhead, power-folding door mirrors and fold-flat centre seat backrest offering a flat work floor provide even larger ease of use.

Prices for the New Vivaro begin at £28,625 OTR (exc. VAT). The New Vivaro Electric begins from £37,805 OTR (after Plug-in Van Grant, exc. VAT) representing a saving of £2,580 over the outgoing 75kWh mannequin.

New Movano and Movano Electric

The New Movano and Movano Electric can be found solely in highly-equipped Prime trim. Customers can select from a variety of physique types, with a selection of three automobile lengths, two wheelbases and three heights, in addition to Panel Van, Window Van, chassis Doublecab, platform and again to again variations. The largest van in Vauxhall’s LCV line-up presents distinctive practicality, with as much as 17m3 of cargo quantity and a payload of as much as two tonnes.

The New Movano Electric is powered by an electrical motor producing 272PS and 400Nm of torque – will increase of 150PS and 140Nm over its predecessor. Thanks to the brand new 110kWh battery, the New Movano Electric can cowl as much as 261 miles (WLTP) on a single cost and is provided as customary with a three-phase 11kW onboard charger. It can also be the primary Vauxhall able to charging at 150kW from a DC speedy charger, enabling a 0-80% cost in simply 55 minutes.

Additional practicality is offered by the brand new, optionally available 230V socket, positioned conveniently within the centre of the dashboard. This helps to simply cost electrical gadgets akin to laptops, electrical software batteries, tablets and different low energy home equipment that require electrical energy as much as 150 Watts.

Movano clients will be capable of select from one other zero-emissions-in-use possibility from later this 12 months, with orders for the Movano HYDROGEN set to open in This autumn forward of first deliveries in 2025. The modern hydrogen gasoline cell automobile will provide a spread of as much as 311 miles (WLTP) and could be refuelled in roughly 5 minutes. 

The New Movano can also be accessible with a 2.2-litre turbo diesel engine producing 140PS and paired with a six-speed guide or eight-speed computerized gearbox. A 180PS model may also be specified with the automated gearbox.

An in depth array of security methods are included as customary on the New Movano, together with a rear-view parking digital camera, rear parking sensors, site visitors signal recognition and clever velocity help. The Movano can also be able to stage two autonomous driving for the primary time (accessible on computerized fashions together with particular possibility packs). The mixture of adaptive cruise management with ‘Stop & Go’ operate, lane positioning help and site visitors jam help permits the Movano to steer, brake and speed up itself at speeds as much as 18mph – for instance in gradual site visitors – offered that the driving force’s fingers stay on the steering wheel.

Inside, the New Movano Electric is fitted with a 10-inch touchscreen that includes a totally built-in TomTom® satellite tv for pc navigation system, voice recognition and Apple CarPlay™/Android Auto™. Electric fashions are additionally outfitted with Vauxhall Connect and a seven-inch digital instrument cluster. Meanwhile, the diesel Movano includes a five-inch touchscreen with Bluetooth® and DAB radio, mixed with a 3.5-inch driver info show.

For larger consolation and comfort, the Movano Electric advantages from keyless entry and go, an digital parking brake and computerized air-con.

Prices for the New Movano (L2H1 Panel Van) begin at £32,285 OTR (exc. VAT), whereas the Movano Electric (L3H2 Panel Van) is out there from £46,135 OTR (after Plug-in Van Grant, exc. VAT) – a saving of £12,350 in comparison with the outgoing mannequin.

Pricing

Combo and Combo Electric

Model

Trim

Version

Price

(exc. VAT)

OTR RRP after PiVG (exc. VAT)

Combo Electric

Prime

136PS 50kWh Panel Van

£29,300

£26,800

136PS 50kWh XL Panel Van

£30,250

£27,750

136PS 50kWh XL Crew Van

£31,850

£29,350

Pro

136PS 50kWh Panel Van

£31,600

£29,100

136PS 50kWh XL Panel Van

£32,550

£30,050

Combo

Prime

1.5 (100PS) Turbo D Panel Van

£20,850

£21,920

1.5 (130PS) Turbo D auto Panel Van

£23,250

£24,320

1.5 (100PS) Turbo D XL Panel Van

£21,800

£22,870

1.5 (130PS) Turbo D auto XL Panel Van

£24,200

£25,270

1.5 (100PS) Turbo D XL Crew Van

£23,400

£24,470

Pro

1.5 (100PS) Turbo D Panel Van

£23,150

£24,220

1.5 (130PS) Turbo D Panel Van

£24,100

£25,170

1.5 (130PS) Turbo D auto Panel Van

£25,550

£26,620

1.5 (100PS) Turbo D XL Panel Van

£24,100

£25,170

1.5 (130PS) Turbo D auto XL Panel Van

£26,500

£27,570

Vivaro and Vivaro Electric

Model

Trim

Version

Price

(exc. VAT)

OTR RRP after PiVG (exc. VAT)

Vivaro Electric

Prime

136PS 75kWh Panel Van

£42,055

£37,805

136PS 75kWh XL Panel Van

£42,855

£38,605

136PS 75kWh Doublecab

£44,755

£40,505

136PS 75kWh XL Doublecab

£44,955

£40,705

136PS 75kWh Platform Cab

£41,705

N/A

Pro

136PS 75kWh Panel Van

£44,730

£40,480

136PS 75kWh XL Panel Van

£45,530

£41,280

136PS 75kWh Doublecab

£47,430

£43,180

136PS 75kWh XL Doublecab

£47,630

£43,380

Vivaro

Prime

1.5 (120PS) Turbo D S/S Panel Van*

£27,555

£28,625

2.0 (145PS) Turbo D Panel Van

£28,855

£29,925

2.0 (145PS) Turbo D S/S auto Panel Van

£30,355

£31,425

1.5 (120PS) Turbo D S/S XL Panel Van

£28,455

£29,525

2.0 (145PS) Turbo D XL Panel Van

£29,755

£30,825

2.0 (145PS) Turbo D S/S auto XL Panel Van

£31,255

£32,325

2.0 (145PS) Turbo D Doublecab

£31,555

£32,625

2.0 (145PS) Turbo D XL Doublecab

£31,755

£32,825

Pro

1.5 (120PS) Turbo D S/S Panel Van

£30,230

£31,300

2.0 (145PS) Turbo D Panel Van

£31,530

£32,600

1.5 (120PS) Turbo D S/S XL Panel Van

£31,130

£32,200

2.0 (145PS) Turbo D XL Panel Van

£32,430

£33,500

Movano and Movano Electric

Model

Trim

Category**

Version

Price

(exc. VAT)

OTR RRP after PiVG (exc. VAT)

Movano Electric

Prime

N1

272PS 110kWh L3 H2 Panel Van

£50,385

£46,135

N2

272PS 110kWh L3 H2 Panel Van

£51,195

£46,945

N2

272PS 110kWh L3 H3 Panel Van

£52,005

£47,755

N2

272PS 110kWh L4 H2 Panel Van

£52,005

£47,755

N2

272PS 110kWh L4 H2 Glazed Panel Van

£52,455

£48,205

N2

272PS 110kWh L4 H3 Panel Van

£52,815

£48,565

Movano

Prime

N1

2.2 (140PS) Turbo D S/S L2 H1 Panel Van

£31,215

£32,285

N1

2.2 (140PS) Turbo D S/S L2 H2 Panel Van

£32,025

£33,095

N1

2.2 (140PS) Turbo D S/S auto L2 H2 Panel Van

£34,125

£35,195

N1

2.2 (140PS) Turbo D S/S L3 H2 Panel Van

£32,835

£33,905

N1

2.2 (140PS) Turbo D S/S auto L3 H2 Panel Van

£34,935

£36,005

N1

2.2 (140PS) Turbo D S/S Heavy L3 H2 Panel Van

£33,285

£34,355

N1

2.2 (140PS) Turbo D S/S L3 H2 Glazed Panel Van

£33,285

£34,355

N1

2.2 (140PS) Turbo D S/S L3 H3 Panel Van

£33,645

£34,715

N1

2.2 (140PS) Turbo D S/S Heavy L4 H2 Panel Van

£34,095

£35,165

N1

2.2 (140PS) Turbo D S/S Heavy L4 H3 Panel Van

£34,905

£35,975

N2

2.2 (180PS) Turbo D S/S auto Heavy L4 H2 Panel Van

£38,405

£39,320

N2

2.2 (140PS) Turbo D S/S Heavy L4 H2 Glazed Panel Van

£35,355

£36,270
Citreon

CITROËN ANNOUNCES NEW HYBRID POWERTRAIN FOR C4, AND C4 X, AND NEW POWERTRAINS FOR Ë-C4 AND Ë-C4 X MODELS

 

  • Citroën broadcasts updates to its C4, ë-C4, C4 X & ë-C4 X fashions.
  • This contains the introduction of a brand new 48V Hybrid powertrain to PLUS & MAX variations of C4 & C4 X.
  • A 54kWh and 156hp (115kW) powertrain is now accessible on MAX & ë-Series variations for each ë-C4 & ë-C4 X.
  • New knowledge exhibits Citroën ë-C4 is the quickest electrical automobile to cowl 1,000 km in group testing by UTAC.

Citroën has introduced updates to its C4, ë-C4, C4 X and ë-C4 X fashions. Enhancements embrace a brand new 48V Hybrid powertrain on C4 and C4 X. The new Hybrid powertrain shall be accessible for the PLUS and MAX trim ranges for each automobiles. ë-C4 and ë-C4 X see the introduction of the 156hp (115kW) electrical motor and bigger 54kWh battery on MAX trim, offering drivers with a variety of as much as 260 miles (WLTP).  

Based on the most recent compact and light-weight hybrid expertise, this new environment friendly Hybrid 136 powertrain includes a 48V battery pack coupled to a brand new 1.2-litre PureTech petrol engine. The new hybrid powertrain affords as much as 1km of electric-only vary for low-speed city cruising, improved gasoline financial system, and a 20% discount in CO2 of as much as 26g/km in comparison with the prevailing PureTech 130 EAT8 engine, which means fewer journeys to the pumps, a diminished price of Vehicle Excise Duty and a decrease price of Benefit-in-Kind Tax for firm automobile drivers. The new Hybrid engine shall be accessible on each PLUS and MAX trim ranges of each C4 and C4 X. The new engine shall be accessible alongside present PureTech powertrains, in addition to the ë-C4 and ë-C4 X electrical variants.

ë-C4 and ë-C4 X now have the choice of a brand new 156hp powertrain on MAX trim variants. Drivers now have the selection between a 50kWh battery and 136hp (100kW) electrical motor mixture or the brand new 54kWh and 156hp (115kW) powertrain. The 50kW variant is able to as much as 223 miles (WLTP) between expenses and is obtainable throughout all trim ranges. The 54kWh and 156hp powertrain is now accessible on each MAX and ë-Series trim variants and helps each ë-C4 and ë-C4 X obtain as much as 260 miles between expenses (WLTP). Both the 50kWh and 54kWh powertrains assist as much as 100kW DC fast charging, offering a 20% to 80% cost in as little as half-hour.

Recent analysis by impartial automotive validators UTAC, and commissioned by Citroën, discovered that by the environment friendly use of power and charging functionality, the ë-C4 was capable of cowl 1,000km (621 miles) within the shortest time versus competitor fashions regardless of having a smaller battery. ë-C4 emerged because the quickest to finish the 1,000km journey with a complete time, together with recharging, of 11 hours and 57 minutes. The opponents took between 14 and 67 minutes longer to cowl the identical distance. The outcomes, as indicated by UTAC’s measurements, are defined by decrease power consumption and optimised charging occasions, validating the technical selections made for ë-C4 and ë-C4 X.

This end result highlights the relevance of the alternatives made by Citroën for ë-C4 and ë-C4 X as a part of its electrification technique. The alternative to make use of a compact, lighter, and extra reasonably priced battery, a DC fast-charging capability of 100 kW with an environment friendly charging curve, an environment friendly electrical motor, and aerodynamic optimisations supplies the real-world effectivity prospects require whereas making certain that making the change to electrical stays accessible.

In addition to the powertrain updates, each C4, ë-C4, C4 X and ë-C4 X now profit from two new metallic paint colors. Okenite White is the brand new customary physique color throughout YOU!, PLUS, and MAX trim ranges whereas Eclipse Blue, which first debuted on C5 Aircross, is now accessible throughout C4, ë-C4, C4 X and ë-C4 X.

               

CITROËN C4 AND Ë-C4 MODEL RANGE & PRICING

TRIM LEVEL

ENGINE

CO2 g/km

1st YEAR  VED

BIK RATE

OTR MRRP

YOU!

PureTech 100 S&S 6-speed guide

124

£210

29%

£19,565

100kW Electric with 50kW battery

0

£0

2%

£32,265

PLUS

PureTech 130 S&S 6-speed guide

124

£210

29%

£23,600

PureTech 130 S&S EAT8 8-speed auto

133

£255

31%

£25,005

Hybrid 136 e-DCS6

107

£175

26%

£26,350

MAX

PureTech 130 S&S 6-speed guide

124

£210

29%

£25,490

PureTech 130 S&S EAT8 8-speed auto

133

£255

31%

£26,890

Hybrid 136 e-DCS6

107

£175

26%

£28,240

100kW Electric with 50kW battery

0

£0

2%

£35,205

115kW Electric with 54kW battery

0

£0

2%

£36,105

ë-Series

100kW Electric with 50kW battery

0

£0

2%

£36,365

115kW Electric with 54kW battery

0

£0

2%

£37,265

CITROËN C4 X AND Ë-C4 X MODEL RANGE & PRICING

TRIM LEVEL

ENGINE

CO2 g/km

1st YEAR  VED

BIK RATE

OTR MRRP

YOU!

PureTech 100 S&S 6-speed guide

123

£210

29%

£19,565

100kW Electric with 50kW battery

0

£0

2%

£32,265

PLUS

PureTech 130 S&S EAT8 8-speed auto

132

£255

31%

£25,005

Hybrid 136 e-DCS6

106

£175

26%

£26,350

MAX

PureTech 130 S&S EAT8 8-speed auto

132

£255

31%

£26,890

Hybrid 136 e-DCS6

106

£175

26%

£28,240

100kW Electric with 50kW battery

0

£0

2%

£35,205

115kW Electric with 54kW battery

0

£0

2%

£36,105

ë-Series

100kW Electric with 50kW battery

0

£0

2%

£36,365

115kW Electric with 54kW battery

0

£0

2%

£37,265
RollsRoyce

ROLLS-ROYCE ANNOUNCES NEW DIRECTOR OF SALES & BRAND

  • Rolls-Royce pronounces departure of Director of Sales & Brand, Henrik Wilhelmsmeyer, with impact from 29 February 2024
  • Henrik leaves Goodwood after six years to take up a brand new senior place throughout the BMW Group, taking part in a number one position shaping the model’s future high-end luxurious vehicles
  • Succeeded as Director of Sales & Brand on 1 March by Julian Jenkins, former Regional Director and General Manager, Sales Operations
  • Julian returns to Rolls-Royce after serving as Sales Director of BMW UK, and most lately Chief Commercial Officer at Italian supercar producer Bizzarrini


 “Since 2018, Henrik Wilhelmsmeyer has completely transformed our mindset and attitude – how we work together, how we understand and interact with our clients and the experiences we offer them. He leaves Rolls-Royce a better place, with his enduring legacy of innovation, progress and achievement in client engagement, product development and consistency in the way our marque presents itself around the world. To build on Henrik’s work, we’re delighted to welcome Julian Jenkins back to Goodwood. Like Charles Rolls, Julian originally studied engineering but found his true vocation as a consummate sales, marketing and product professional. His luxury experience, strong leadership, strategic thinking, and communication skills make him exceptionally well placed to build on Henrik’s achievements. These are exciting times for all of us, and we wish both Henrik and Julian well in their new roles.”
 Chris Brownridge, Chief Executive, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars

An uncompromising, unceasing need to make sure the very best ranges of actually private shopper engagement and absolute consistency in how Rolls-Royce presents itself around the globe are central pillars of Rolls-Royce Motor Cars’ power and ongoing success as an organization. Today, Rolls-Royce pronounces that the architect of many initiatives which drive these facets, Henrik Wilhelmsmeyer, is relinquishing his position as Director of Sales & Brand after six years with the corporate. From 1 March, Henrik will take up a brand new senior place throughout the BMW Group, the place he’ll play a number one position shaping the model’s future high-end luxurious vehicles.

Henrik got here to Rolls-Royce’s international headquarters at Goodwood in 2018, having beforehand been the marque’s Regional Director for the Greater China area. During his tenure, he led the product growth, gross sales and advertising campaigns for business-critical mannequin launches together with Cullinan, Ghost, Phantom Series II and, most lately, Spectre. He additionally performed a central position in making Coachbuild a everlasting fixture throughout the Rolls-Royce portfolio.

Committed to consistency in all issues, Henrik remodeled the marque’s mindset and perspective. In explicit, he basically reshaped how Rolls-Royce understands and interacts with its purchasers and the experiences it presents them. He introduced a extra targeted, individualised, disciplined and data-driven method to shopper engagement, for instance with the invitation-only Whispers app for Rolls-Royce house owners. Under Henrik’s management, Rolls-Royce developed a brand new Visual Identity, presently being rolled out at seller companions worldwide. The marque additionally prolonged its massively profitable Goodwood Private Office idea to Dubai and Shanghai, with two extra following this 12 months. Thanks partly to those Private Offices, 2023 was a file 12 months by way of each quantity and worth for the marque’s unrivalled Bespoke programme.

Henrik’s successor from 1 March might be Julian Jenkins. Julian is a well known determine inside Rolls-Royce, having beforehand spent six years at Goodwood, first as General Manager, Sales Operations, then as Regional Director for the Europe. A former President of Aston Martin Lagonda within the Americas, and holder of senior roles at Bentley in North America and the Asia-Pacific area, he makes a welcome return to the Home of Rolls-Royce after serving as Sales Director of BMW UK, and most lately Chief Commercial Officer at Italian supercar producer Bizzarrini, the place he performed a vital position in driving income progress and shaping the business success of the corporate. Julian’s worldwide expertise, product experience and deep data of the luxurious sector guarantee he’s completely positioned to take Rolls-Royce ahead in the direction of its all-electric future.

Motorsport

The New Porsche Macan EV Bares It All In Design Sketches

Porsche exhibits the Macan EV in revealing design sketches, and Cadillac pronounces an electrical V.

This is AM Drive, Motor1’s day by day have a look at the information you want earlier than you get in your automobile.

2025 Porsche Macan EV Design Sketches

It’s secure to say that Porsche has by no means generated this a lot hype round a brand new product. Finally debuting on January 25, the next-generation Macan is being teased one final time in surprisingly revealing photographs. The design sketches complement the official photos fully showing the interior that had been launched on the finish of final 12 months.

Don’t let the evolutionary styling trick you into believing the brand new Macan is said to the fuel mannequin. It sits on a special platform developed from day one completely for EVs. From the main points launched to this point by Porsche, the highest model goes to have over 600 horsepower and 738 pound-feet (1,000 Newton-meters) from a dual-motor setup. The juice goes to be offered by a big 100.0-kilowatt-hour battery that may deal with 270-kilowatt charging.

2025 Porsche Macan EV sketch

Porsche describes the 2025 Macan as a sporty crossover with a “striking design” and geared up with all-wheel steering. It’ll be supplied with a rear digital locking differential and a classy air suspension with two-valve dampers. Following its debut on Wednesday, it is slated to go on sale later this 12 months when Audi will launch its equal mannequin, the Q6 E-Tron.

While an official announcement has but to be made, the Macan EV is broadly believed to supersede the gasoline model within the European Union. Porsche apparently will not be allowed to promote the present crossover for for much longer in EU international locations due to forthcoming cybersecurity regulations.

Cadillac To Show Electric V Later This Year

2022-Cadillac-CT4-V-and-CT5-V-Blackwing

The V sequence is about to enter the electrical period as Cadillac has introduced a zero-emission efficiency car will break cowl later this 12 months. The disclosure was made throughout a media roundtable, the place journalists had been requested to “stay tuned” for an electrical V mannequin. Cited by Automotive News, an organization spokesperson mentioned lovers ought to stay up for “performance variants no matter the propulsion.”

It’s unclear whether or not Cadillac was referring to a manufacturing mannequin or an idea. Regardless, the CT4-V and CT5-V sedans together with the Escalade-V SUV with their highly effective combustion engines will likely be complemented ultimately by a scorching EV. 2024 is a crucial 12 months for GM’s luxurious model and the V Series because it marks 20 years for the reason that first manufacturing mannequin, the 2004 CTS-V.

RollsRoyce

ROLLS-ROYCE BUILDS ON FOUNDATION OF ENGINEERING AND MANUFACTURING EXCELLENCE: TWO NEW SENIOR LEADERS TO JOIN THE COMPANY

  • Rolls-Royce Motor Cars pronounces the retirement of its Director of Manufacturing, Johann (‘Hans’) Wolf, concluding his extremely distinguished 46-year profession with BMW Group
  • Director of Engineering, Dr Mihiar Ayoubi, is promoted to Senior Vice President function inside BMW Group following profitable introduction of Spectre, with pathway set for future electrification
  • Both go away a permanent legacy of innovation, progress and achievement, culminating within the growth and launch of Spectre
  • Engineering groups for upcoming and future merchandise will probably be led from 1 January 2024 by new Director of Engineering Dr Bernhard Dressler, who beforehand led the Ghost challenge staff
  • New Director of Manufacturing will probably be Gunther Böhner, who will lead the marque’s extension plans and new manufacturing capabilities from 1 January 2024

“In their respective time at Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, both Hans and Mihiar have had a substantial impact on our business. As our Director of Engineering, Mihiar has driven pivotal advances in our powertrain, suspension and software technologies, harmonising physical engineering practices with advanced digital systems. He developed solutions to the increasingly complex challenges presented by Bespoke and Coachbuild commissions and oversaw the development of Spectre – a towering technical achievement that spearheads a bold electric future for Rolls-Royce. As the marque’s Director of Manufacturing, Hans led Rolls-Royce manufacturing through landmark launches including Ghost and Cullinan, the marque’s most highly sought-after models. With the introduction of Spectre, Hans embraced and mastered the challenge of manufacturing the first-ever all‑electric Rolls-Royce. Both Hans and Mihiar will be greatly missed by all at Goodwood and the global Rolls-Royce team, but I know that their carefully chosen successors will bring their own immense wealth of expertise to these crucial and prestigious senior leadership roles, as the marque embarks on the next chapter of its storied history.”
Chris Brownridge, Chief Executive Officer, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars

Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has at this time introduced two adjustments to its senior management staff.

Hans Wolf will retire from his function of Director of Manufacturing, concluding a outstanding 46‑12 months profession with BMW Group.

Director of Engineering, Dr Mihiar Ayoubi, has been promoted to a Senior Vice President function inside BMW Group after six years on the Home of Rolls-Royce.

Both will formally hand over to their respective successors on 1 January 2024, with Gunther Böhner taking on from Hans and Dr Bernhard Dressler succeeding Mihiar.


ENGINEERING: PART OF THE BRAND’S DNA

Rolls-Royce’s co-founders, The Hon. Charles Stewart Rolls and Sir Henry Royce, had very totally different characters and backgrounds, however have been each extremely expert, fastidious and progressive engineers. Almost 120 years later, engineering stays one of many three foundational pillars – along with design and craftsmanship – of the Rolls-Royce philosophy and model.

During his six years at Rolls-Royce, Dr Mihiar Ayoubi led the engineering groups answerable for Ghost, Cullinan and Spectre; he additionally oversaw the specialist groups creating complicated, progressive and extremely Bespoke applied sciences for the Boat Tail and Droptail Coachbuild tasks.

Under Mihiar’s management, the engineering division at Rolls-Royce Motor Cars laid the foundations for the marque’s all-electric future, creating the drivetrain, battery, chassis and ‘Decentralised Intelligence’ management methods for Spectre. Engineering has additionally reasserted its central significance in delivering future Coachbuild commissions by means of the ground-breaking technical work undertaken on each Boat Tail and Droptail.

With Mihiar’s promotion, total accountability for persevering with that very important and prestigious work now passes to Dr Bernhard Dressler, who’s at present Head of Product Concept at BMW Group. Bernhard is already well-known to many at Rolls-Royce, as he beforehand led the challenge staff for Ghost. Bringing a wealth of information and expertise of the marque’s tradition and enterprise mannequin to his new place, Bernhard is ideally positioned to construct on the agency foundations laid by his predecessor.

Mihiar’s promotion, to Senior Vice President Driving Experience for BMW Group, is the newest step in a distinguished engineering profession with the corporate that started in 1997, after gaining a Degree and Doctorate in Control Systems Engineering and Applied Artificial Intelligence from the Technical University of Darmstadt in Germany.

At BMW Group, Mihiar headed departments in acoustics and vibration, dynamics growth, chassis management methods, drivetrain growth, all-wheel drive and driver help methods, earlier than taking up the senior function of Head of Concepts, Architectures and Integration. He was promoted to Rolls-Royce Motor Cars in 2018, having already been concerned with the engineering idea for Phantom 8.

MANUFACTURING: TURNING VISIONS IN REALITY

The Home of Rolls-Royce at Goodwood is the one place on the planet the place Rolls-Royce motor automobiles are designed and hand-built, all of them to order and all incorporating Bespoke parts.

Hans joined Rolls-Royce Motor Cars in November 2018. During his five-year tenure as Director of Manufacturing, he oversaw the launch of Ghost and Cullinan, respectively essentially the most technologically superior Rolls-Royce ever made and essentially the most in-demand mannequin within the marque’s modern product portfolio. Hans additionally took on the problem of producing Spectre, the primary all-electric Rolls-Royce ever created – a problem he and his staff have mastered, with the primary collection manufacturing Spectres being handed over to their new house owners in simply the previous few weeks.

Hans’ tenure as Director of Manufacturing included the highest-ever output within the marque’s historical past, with over 6,000 hand-built, bespoke motor automobiles produced in a single 12 months. In 2020, he led the staff that made Rolls‑Royce the primary UK producer to restart motor automotive manufacturing after the lifting of coronavirus restrictions.

His retirement marks the tip of a profession with BMW Group that spans greater than 4 many years. Starting out in 1977 as an apprentice, he went on to carry plenty of senior manufacturing roles: previous to becoming a member of Rolls-Royce Motor Cars in 2018, he was answerable for integrating all new merchandise into BMW Group’s largest European manufacturing plant at Dingolfing, in Bavaria.

In late summer time 2023, Rolls-Royce submitted plans to increase the Goodwood plant. The principal purpose is so as to add enhanced capabilities to ship shoppers’ more and more bold Bespoke and Coachbuild commissions. Hans performed a key function in creating the plans, making use of his lengthy expertise gained on tasks together with the unconventional reconfiguration of the Goodwood plant in readiness for Spectre and future fashions.

Taking these new growth plans ahead will probably be his successor, Gunther Böhner, who has held a wide range of senior manufacturing roles inside BMW Group in a profession spanning greater than 25 years. From 1998 to 2013, he labored throughout planning, meeting, logistics and high quality administration in Germany, then transferred to the MINI plant in Oxford – first as General Manager, then Director of Assembly. Gunther is well-known to many at Rolls-Royce, having labored on plenty of joint tasks between Goodwood and the BMW plant at Dingolfing, the place he’s at present Director of Assembly. Gunther’s expertise each with Rolls-Royce and of working within the UK equip him completely to construct on the excellent outcomes Hans and his staff have delivered.

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Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Announces Retirement of CEO Torsten Müller-Ötvös

  • Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has announced the retirement of its CEO, Torsten Müller-Ötvös
  • Müller-Ötvös is the longest-serving CEO since Claude Johnson, known as ‘the hyphen in Rolls-Royce’
  • During his 14-year tenure, Rolls-Royce transitioned from an automotive manufacturer to a luxury house
  • Sales increased sixfold under his leadership, bringing significant economic benefits to the UK
  • He introduced the first all-electric Rolls-Royce and paved the way for a fully electric future by 2030
  • Leaves the brand in a strong market position with expansion plans for the headquarters at Goodwood
  • Chris Brownridge, currently CEO of BMW UK, will succeed Müller-Ötvös on December 1, 2023

Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has announced the retirement of Torsten Müller-Ötvös as its Chief Executive Officer on November 30, 2023. He will be succeeded by Chris Brownridge, the current CEO of BMW UK.

Müller-Ötvös joined Rolls-Royce Motor Cars in 2010, making him the company’s longest-serving CEO since Claude Johnson, who was known as ‘the hyphen in Rolls-Royce’.

In a statement, Müller-Ötvös said, “Leading Rolls-Royce for almost 14 years has been the greatest privilege and pleasure of my professional life. To have grown the company and its world-class people to the position it is in today, at the pinnacle of the luxury industry, has been a remarkable adventure. I am proud of the role my exceptional team and I have played in contributing significantly to the UK economy and to the global recognition of Britain’s ability to produce the world’s best luxury products.”

Oliver Zipse, CEO of BMW Group, praised Müller-Ötvös’ leadership, commitment, and vision, stating, “Torsten’s outstanding leadership, unswerving commitment, clear vision and exceptional ability to build a strong, focused team have helped make Rolls-Royce the world-class luxury brand it is today. We wish him the very best for his future endeavors.”

Under Müller-Ötvös’ leadership, Rolls-Royce transformed from an automotive manufacturer to a true luxury house, renowned worldwide for its exceptional motor cars, bespoke capabilities, and deep understanding of its international clients.

This transformation resulted in remarkable commercial success, with annual sales increasing from around 1,000 motor cars in 2009 to over 6,000 in 2022. Every Rolls-Royce that leaves the company’s Global Centre of Luxury Manufacturing Excellence in Goodwood is bespoke, tailored to the specific preferences of the client.

During Müller-Ötvös’ tenure, Rolls-Royce created historic one-of-one motor cars, collaborating with leading artists, fashion designers, and luxury houses. The company’s Coachbuild department revived traditional coachbuilding practices, seen in the recent unveiling of the Droptail in August.

Müller-Ötvös introduced new models to the Rolls-Royce portfolio, including Wraith, Dawn, and Cullinan, the marque’s first SUV. The company’s transition to a fully electric product portfolio by 2030 began with the introduction of Spectre, an ultra-luxury electric super coupe. The edgier and more subversive Black Badge variant also broadened the brand’s appeal.

The rejuvenation of Rolls-Royce attracted a new generation of clients to the marque, with the average price of a Rolls-Royce doubling to around €500,000 and the average client age decreasing to 43.

Müller-Ötvös embraced new technologies and thinking, adapting to the changing luxury industry. Rolls-Royce engaged directly with clients worldwide through new Private Office boutiques and the Whispers app, a digital members’ club for Goodwood-era Rolls-Royce owners.

Rolls-Royce’s success under Müller-Ötvös’ leadership has contributed over half a billion pounds to the UK economy annually and created employment opportunities, with over 2,500 employees representing more than 50 nationalities at the Goodwood site.

Müller-Ötvös expressed his confidence in the company’s future and its plans for further electric production, bespoke products, and coachbuilding. Celebrating his time at Rolls-Royce, he mentioned his excitement for new professional challenges and his passions outside of work, such as fly-fishing.

Chris Brownridge, the current CEO of BMW UK, will assume the CEO position at Rolls-Royce Motor Cars. Brownridge, a sales and marketing expert, has been with the BMW Group for almost 30 years, and his appointment is expected to guide Rolls-Royce into its all-electric future.

Reflecting on his new appointment, Brownridge said, “To be invited to lead this great British brand, at such a pivotal moment in its long and remarkable story, is an extraordinary privilege. Rolls-Royce is one of the world’s most recognized, desirable, and influential brands, and I’m keenly aware of the enormous affection and esteem in which it’s held.”

Motorsport

Aston Martin Valkyrie Racing Prototype Coming To 2025 Le Mans

Aston Martin has announced that it will be making history once again by entering a racing prototype version of its ultimate hypercar, the Valkyrie, in the renowned 24 Hours of Le Mans competition in 2025. This significant decision has been made possible with the support and partnership of Heart of Racing (HoR), Aston Martin’s championship-winning endurance racing partner.

Aston Martin plans to enter at least one Valkyrie race car in the Hypercar class of both the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) and the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championships (IMSA) starting from 2025. This ambitious venture will showcase the Valkyrie prototype’s capabilities in three of the most prestigious events in motorsport racing: the 24 Hours of Le Mans, the Rolex 24 at Daytona, and the 12 Hours of Sebring.


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COBRA SHOWS 2024 MODELS AT LORETTA’S

Cobra Moto reveals its latest minicycles for 2024 at the Loretta Lynn Amateur Championship, a fitting venue considering Cobra’s numerous championships at the event. The press release below comes directly from Cobra’s manufacturing facility in Michigan, USA.

Cobra MOTO, the manufacturer of top-quality youth competition minicycles, is excited to announce the release of its newest lineup of cutting-edge bikes for the year 2024. These 2024 models showcase Cobra MOTO’s relentless commitment to innovation, pushing performance boundaries, and providing an unparalleled riding experience.

“Our focus this year is twofold,” stated Hilbert. “Firstly, we are commemorating our 30th year on the track with a unique model that pays tribute to Cobra’s earliest days. Secondly, we are introducing engine enhancements on both the CX50FWE and the CX65, resulting in significant increases in usable horsepower. 2024 is going to be an outstanding year for the brand.”

The new 2024 bike models include:

Cobra, 30th Anniversary Edition

CX50FWE 30th Anniversary: In celebration of three decades of excellence, Cobra MOTO proudly presents the CX50FWE 30th Anniversary model. This limited-edition bike combines the best features of the CX50FWE with exclusive anniversary branding, making it a collector’s item for racing enthusiasts and loyal Cobra MOTO fans.

2024 Cobra FWE

CX50FWE: The CX50FWE (Factory Works Edition) is designed for riders who want the ultimate competitive edge. It features the modified FWE Venom 50cc 2-Stroke engine, an all-new cylinder, advanced Works Style exhaust system, titanium rear axle, titanium swingarm pivot, ribbed seat cover, black anodized components, and billet chain guard. The CX50FWE is the fastest 50cc youth competition minicycle available.

2024 Cobra CX5E

CX5E: The CX5E is Cobra’s revolutionary electric minicycle designed for young riders seeking speed and competition. It boasts a high-performance liquid-cooled electric motor, six racing and training modes, Quick Swap Battery, Holeshot mode, MXT Smart-Leg Front Fork, CARD rear shock, and hybrid frame. The CX5E offers an exhilarating motocross experience like never before, quiet but deadly.

2024 Cobra CX65

CX65: The CX65 is designed for riders transitioning from 50cc bikes to a more powerful ride. It offers increased horsepower with the 65cc 2-stroke engine, an all-new cylinder, and electronic “Fang” Power Valve system. This model also comes with titanium components, including the rear axle and swingarm pivot. The CX65 represents three decades of passion, innovation, and relentless pursuit of excellence. Create your own legacy with the CX65.

2024 Cobra King

CX50SR King: The CX50SR King is the ideal choice for advanced riders looking to step up from the CX50JR. It offers unrivaled power and agility with its race-inspired design, upgraded engine, enhanced suspension components, and top-of-the-line braking system. The CX50SR King delivers exceptional performance and maneuverability.

2024 Cobra Junior

CX50JR: The CX50 JR is the perfect choice for young riders looking to enter competitive racing. It is designed with performance and safety in mind, featuring a lightweight frame, a powerful engine, and advanced suspension to ensure beginner riders can confidently navigate any track or terrain.

Cobra MOTO’s 2024 bike models are now available for order through authorized dealers nationwide. For more information, please visit CobraMOTO.com.

About Cobra MOTO

Cobra MOTO is a leading name in the world of motocross and off-road motorcycles, known for its exceptional performance, quality, and reliability. With a rich heritage of producing premium race-ready mini motocross bikes, Cobra MOTO has consistently pushed the boundaries of innovation. Since 1994, the company has won over 300 national titles and has played a significant role in launching the careers of many professional motocross stars. Cobra MOTO is the only producer of competition off-road motorcycles that are “Made in the U.S.A.” With a strong commitment to customer satisfaction, Cobra MOTO continues to be the trusted choice for youth racers worldwide. For more information, visit CobraMOTO.com.

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2024 HONDA FOUR-STROKE MODELS ANNOUNCED

Honda has announced its complete line of 2024 performance CRF four-stroke models, as well as the CRF Trail-Family models. Check out the official photos and information on each model below:

Honda’s iconic line of CRF Performance and Trail dirt bikes is returning for the 2024 model year after an incredibly successful AMA Supercross season. The CRF Performance lineup includes models such as the CRF450R, CRF450RWE, CRF450R-S, CRF450RX, CRF450X, CRF450RL, CRF250R, CRF250RX, and CRF150R, which are designed for elite-level motocross riding and racing. For riders looking for a more relaxed and beginner-friendly experience, the CRF Trail family offers models like the CRF250F, CRF125F, CRF110F, and CRF50F, which provide user-friendly design, reliability, and hours of fun. In addition to the CRF models, Honda is also introducing the CB300R sport-naked bike and the Pioneer 700 multipurpose side-by-side.

Brandon Wilson, American Honda Manager of Sports & Experiential, said, “It’s been an unprecedented year for Honda and the CRF Performance line. Team Honda HRC has showcased just how capable Honda’s dirt bikes are, and the knowledge gained from our championship-winning racing efforts trickles down to every model in the lineup.”

2024 CRF450R
Fresh off a successful season in AMA Supercross and Motocross racing, the CRF450R offers elite-level motocross performance. It features a 449.8cc Unicam engine, a 44mm throttle body, and premium Showa suspension. The CRF450R is known for its agility and ability to handle tight corners effortlessly.

  • MSRP: $9,699
  • Color: Red
  • Available: July
  • Info

2024 CRF450RWE
The CRF450RWE (“Works Edition”) is a special-edition version of the CRF450R that features upgrades tested and proven on Team Honda HRC’s factory race machines. It offers efficient power delivery and precise handling.

  • MSRP: $12,499
  • Color: Red
  • Available: September
  • Info

2024 CRF450R-S
The CRF450R-S is a value-oriented model based on the 2022 CRF450R. It offers the same power and cornering capabilities at a more affordable price point.

  • MSRP: $8,899
  • Color: Red
  • Available: August
  • Info

2024 CRF450RX
The CRF450RX is a closed-course, off-road weapon designed for high-speed racing and performance in tough conditions. It features dedicated off-road suspension settings, an 18-inch rear wheel, and a large fuel tank.

  • MSRP: $9,999
  • Color: Red
  • Available: July
  • Info

2024 CRF450X
The CRF450X is a trail machine designed for off-road racing and recreational riding. It offers a 50-state year-round off-road-legal status and features off-road appropriate components like a headlight, sealed chain, and a six-speed transmission.

  • MSRP: $9,899
  • Color: Red
  • Available: September
  • Info

2024 CRF450RL
The CRF450RL is a dual-sport machine that combines off-road performance with street-legal features. It features a quiet muffler, a urethane-injected swingarm, and a wide-ratio six-speed transmission, making it ideal for both on- and off-road riding.

  • MSRP: $10,099
  • Color: Red
  • Available: October
  • Info

2024 CRF250R
The CRF250R has established itself as a top contender in the motocross world, with recent victories in Supercross. It offers exceptional handling, strong acceleration, and durability. It’s the perfect choice for racers looking to succeed on the track.

  • MSRP: $8,299
  • Color: Red
  • Available: July
  • Info

2024 CRF250RX
The CRF250RX is based on the championship-winning CRF250R platform and is designed for closed-course off-road applications. It features suspension and power delivery tailored for off-road racing, making it ideal for various competitions and trail riding.

  • MSRP: $8,699
  • Color: Red
  • Available: July
  • Info

2024 CRF150R
The CRF150R is the perfect choice for aspiring young motocross racers. It is available in standard and Big Wheel versions, with the latter offering a larger seat, wheels, and more rear-suspension travel. It features Showa suspension and a smooth four-stroke engine.

  • MSRP:
    • CRF150R: $5,399
    • CRF150RB (Big Wheel): $5,599
  • Color: Red
  • Available: August
  • Info

2024 CRF250F
The CRF250F is a versatile trail bike suitable for riders of all skill levels. It features smooth power delivery, comfortable suspension, and a sleek design inspired by Honda’s CRF Performance line. It is year-round off-road-legal in all 50 states.

  • MSRP: $4,999
  • Color: Red
  • Available: September
  • Info

2024 CRF125F
The CRF125F is a perfect entry-level motorcycle for young riders and first-time trail enthusiasts. It offers a comfortable and reliable performance, with features like Showa suspension and a smooth four-stroke engine. It is available in standard and Big Wheel versions.

  • MSRP
    • CRF125F: $3,499
    • CRF125FB (Big Wheel): $3,899
  • Color: Red
  • Available: July
  • Info

2024 CRF110F
The CRF110F is a popular model known for its approachable nature, reliability, and performance. It features an automatic clutch, low seat height, and push-button electric start, making it perfect for young riders and first-time trail enthusiasts. It is available in both Red and White colors.

  • MSRP: $2,699
  • Colors: Red, White
  • Available: July
  • Info

2024 CRF50F
The CRF50F is an ideal first motorcycle for young riders. It features a single shock, an inverted fork, and a reliable 49cc air-cooled four-stroke engine. It has an automatic clutch and a low seat height, making it perfect for learning the basics of riding. It is the industry’s top-selling 50-class trail bike.

  • MSRP: $1,799
  • Colors: Red, White
  • Available: July
  • Info

2024 CB300R
The CB300R is an entry-level sport-naked bike that offers a lightweight and minimalist design with impressive performance. It features a sleek look and premium features, making it an affordable and approachable option for riders looking for a sporty ride.

  • MSRP: $5,149
  • Colors: Matte Black Metallic, Pearl Dusk Yellow
  • Available: July
  • Info

2024 Pioneer 700
The Pioneer 700 is a versatile multipurpose side-by-side that offers load-carrying capacity combined with maneuverability. It is available in three trim levels and offers something for everyone, from tough jobs on the ranch to adventurous trail rides.

  • MSRP
    • Pioneer 700-4 Forest: $16,999
    • Pioneer 700-4 Deluxe: $14,999
    • Pioneer 700-4: $13,399
    • Pioneer 700 Forest: $15,499
    • Pioneer 700 Deluxe: $13,499
    • Pioneer 700: $11,899
  • Colors
    • Pioneer 700-4 Forest: Honda Phantom Camo
    • Pioneer 700-4 Deluxe: Avenger Red, Krypton Green
    • Pioneer 700-4: Avenger Red, Black Forest Green, Sandstone Beige
    • Pioneer 700 Forest: Honda Phantom Camo
    • Pioneer 700 Deluxe: Avenger Red, Krypton Green
    • Pioneer 700: Avenger Red, Black Forest Green, Sandstone Beige
  • Available:
    • Pioneer 700-4 Forest: July
    • Pioneer 700-4 Deluxe: August
    • Pioneer 700-4: July
    • Pioneer 700 Forest: July
    • Pioneer 700 Deluxe: August
    • Pioneer 700: July
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2024 GR Supra Celebrates 45 Years of Legendary Power

  • TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Announces GR Supra, GR86, and GR Corolla Special Editions for Model Year 2024 Lineup
  • GR Supra 45th Anniversary Edition Pays Tribute to Custom MkIV Supra
  • Available in Mikan Blast or Absolute Zero and Limited to 900 Units for U.S. Market
  • Aggressive Style with Oversized, Manually Adjustable Rear Spoiler
  • Matte-Black Finished Wheels, Black GR Brake Calipers, and Black Supra Side Graphic
  • Choice of Paddle Shifted 8-Speed Automatic or 6-Speed Manual Transmission

PLANO, Texas (June 21, 2023) – The Toyota Supra has been a legendary sports car for over four decades. From its first-generation roots as the Celica Supra in 1979 to today’s fifth-generation GR Supra, this model has captured the hearts of enthusiasts with its power, handling, technology, and style. To commemorate this history, Toyota is introducing a stunning 45th Anniversary Edition for the 2024 model year.

The GR Supra 45th Anniversary Edition takes inspiration from the iconic 1990’s models and will be available in two striking colors: Mikan Blast (a deep orange) or Absolute Zero (a stunning white). Built on the 3.0 Premium Grade, this special edition GR Supra features a low-slung, aggressive design highlighted by a large, manually adjustable rear spoiler. The spoiler can be adjusted to change its angle and affect the downforce on the rear wheels.

The 45th Anniversary Edition also features matte-black finished 19-inch aluminum wheels, black GR brake calipers, and a black Supra side graphic that adds to its distinctive look. The special edition pays homage to the iconic MkIV Supra and brings a touch of nostalgia and flair to the 2024 Supra lineup. Only 900 units of the 45th Anniversary Edition will be available, with Mikan Blast and Absolute Zero colors evenly split. The engine will be powered by the same 382-hp B58 inline six-cylinder 3.0-liter turbocharged engine found in all 3.0 Supra models, giving it exceptional performance.

The GR Supra 45th Anniversary Edition continues the tradition of offering unique versions of the Supra since its relaunch in 2019. Over the years, Toyota has introduced special editions like the Launch, A91, A91 Carbon Fiber, and A91MT. The GR Supra has also undergone continuous improvements, with upgrades to its power, handling, and the addition of new models like the 2.0-L 4-cylinder and the Manual Transmission option. In 2020, Toyota GAZOO Racing started producing a GR Supra GT4 model for racing.

Customers can expect the GR Supra 45th Anniversary Edition to arrive at Toyota dealerships in the fall of 2023. Pricing details for the special edition model and the complete 2024 GR Supra lineup will be announced at a later date.

Blast From the Past

The Toyota Supra first went on sale in 1979 as the Toyota Celica Supra in the U.S. The first-generation model, also known as the Mark I (MkI) Supra, featured a luxury, rear-wheel drive sports car design. It underwent several changes during its short production run and eventually became known as the A50 Celica Supra. It featured a 2.6-liter inline-six engine and was available with both manual and automatic transmissions.

In 1982, the second-generation A60 Celica (MkII) Supra was introduced. This model featured a 2.8-liter 5M-GE twin-cam straight-six engine and had a completely redesigned aerodynamic body. It included features like retractable headlights, an independent rear suspension, and a more aggressive overall look.

In 1986, Toyota introduced the third-generation A70 Supra (MkIII), dropping the Celica name and positioning it as a high-performance sports car. The A70 Supra featured a sleek, aerodynamic body with a 3.0-liter six-cylinder engine that produced up to 230-hp with the twin-turbocharged variant. It also introduced advanced features like anti-lock braking system (ABS) and an electronically moderated suspension.

The fourth-generation A80 Supra (MkIV) arrived in 1993. It featured a timeless design, two choices of inline-six engines (naturally aspirated or twin-turbocharged), and advanced features like electronically controlled suspension and driver/passenger-side airbags.

After an absence of nearly two decades, the Toyota Supra made its triumphant return in 2019 as the A90 GR Supra (MkV). It featured a turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six engine with up to 335-hp and 365 lb.-ft. of torque, delivering exhilarating performance. The GR Supra was the first model globally badged under TOYOTA GAZOO Racing’s (GR) brand and marked Toyota’s commitment to driver-centered sports cars. Since then, Toyota has continued to enhance the GR Supra, introducing more powerful models, adding a 2.0-liter 4-cylinder variant, and offering a Manual Transmission option.

In addition to the road-going GR Supra models, TOYOTA GAZOO Racing also developed the GR Supra GT4 EVO for racing. The GT4 model allows professional and amateur drivers to compete in GT4 racing categories worldwide and has achieved success in various races and championships.

With the introduction of the 2024 GR Supra 45th Anniversary Edition, Toyota celebrates the Supra’s legacy while delivering a thrilling sports car experience to enthusiasts.