January 2016 71 www.bahrainthismonth.com First Motors, the dealer of Hyundai vehicles in Bahrain, has launched its 2016 Veloster Turbo. The 2016 Veloster Turbo derives its power from a 1.6-litre Gamma Turbo GDI engine and a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission showcasing a perfect combination of both manual and automatic transmission. Jaguar will enter the third season of the FIA Formula E Championship as a manufacturer with its own team. FIA Formula E is the world’s first global single-seater championship for electric powered cars and offers a unique opportunity for Jaguar Land Rover to further the development of future EV powertrains including motor and battery technology. Nick Rogers, group engineering director for Jaguar Land Rover, says: “I am proud to announce Jaguar’s return to racing with an entry into the innovative FIA Formula E championship. Electric vehicles will absolutely play a role in Jaguar Land Rover’s future product portfolio and Formula E will give us a unique opportunity to further our development of electrification technologies. The Championship will enable us to engineer and test our A Return to Global Motorsport motoringnews&launches Top Safety Rating The model has undergone a face-lift and the breakthrough new gearbox provides quicker shifts and faster accelerations combined with better performance and fuel economy. This mid-sized vehicle with sporty looks features plenty of interior space, offering generous amounts of headroom and legroom too. Safety is a priority and the improved 2016 model combines enhanced safety features including vehicle stability management, rear parking assist system to ensure superior parking visibility, electronic stability control, anti-lock braking system and six air-bags for driver and passenger safety. It comes well-equipped with standard features including leather upholstery, heated front seats, iPod, USB, AUX input jacks, Bluetooth with smartphone connectivity and voice recognition, navigation and rear view camera. Call 17 121-121. The new Infiniti Q30 has received the maximum fivestar rating by independent vehicle safety organisation, Euro NCAP. The Euro NCAP scoring system considers various aspects of vehicle safety, such as occupant protection, child protection, pedestrian protection and safety assist which is the availability and effectiveness of safety systems and driver aids. As well as achieving the maximum five stars, the Infiniti Q30 gained top scores in each of these four testing categories. Occupant protection scored highly in the rigorous test programme with an 84 per cent rating for adult safety. As well as a driver knee airbag, the Q30 has driver, passenger, front hip-thorax side and front-torear curtain airbags. Designed and engineered to offer the best possible levels of protection for children, an automated system in the front passenger seat will turn off the front passenger airbag when someone fits a rearward facing child seat. For pedestrian protection, the Q30 scored 91 per cent, a score, which is determined from tests to the most important vehicle front-end structures, such as the bonnet and windshield, the bonnet leading edge and the bumper. Call 17 732-732. Revolutionary Turbo Hits the Roads advanced technologies under extreme performance conditions. “ It is my belief that over the next five years we will see more changes in the automotive world than in the last three decades. The future is about being more connected and more sustainable; electrification and lightweight technologies are becoming more important than ever as urbanisation continues to increase. Formula E has recognised and reacted to these trends and the championship’s exciting and pioneering approach is the perfect fit for our brand. “ Jaguar Land Rover employs over 8,000 engineers and is the UK’s largest investor in research and development across any business sector. Jaguar’s Formula E team will be able to draw upon this industry leading resource with Jaguar Land Rover engineers working closely with the race operations team.
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