Bentley launches new models, to build SUVs

According to a press release, Bentley Motors UK has confirmed that it will build the world’s fastest and most luxurious SUV - the first off-road vehicle in the marque’s history.

This was announced at the launch at its Crewe HQs, of three new Bentley models, namely, the Flying Spur sedan, the Continental 4.0 litre GT V8 S and the 6.0 litre Continental GT Speed Convertible. The later is considered the world’s fastest four-seat production convertible.

Bentley Flying Spur

Continental GT V8 S

Continental GT Speed Convertible

The production of the new model will create new 1,000 jobs at Bentley and its suppliers.

The company recorded strong sales increases through the first three quarters of 2013 (delivering a total of 6,516 cars against 5,969 in 2012) and opening of 23 international dealerships in locations from Bucharest, Lyon and Minsk through to Hanoi (Vietnam) and the famous Silk Road city of Urumqi.

Proton UK to release newer models

Looks like Proton, the Malaysian car manufacturer is set to release 3 new models in the UK after a long gap.

No information about the price or when they would be released but their homepage shows the Preve sedan and Exora compact MPV models, saying "New products coming soon".

Via Paul Tan.

Some great concepts from Mitsubishi: video

Mitsubishi showed off some great concept cars at the Tokyo Motor Show 2013.


MITSUBISHI Concept XR PHEV


MITSUBISHI Concept AR


MITSUBISHI Concept GC PHEV

Classic car fan gets a surprise

A classic car fan received a grand surprise. Kevin Matthews won their "if you had to pick one...." competition and Royal Mail literally delivered this Jaguar E-Type to his doorstep.

Selling your car with confidence

Most people thinking of selling their car are increasingly going on to the net to do so. The most popular online car selling site has got to be Auto trader here in the UK. I sold my last car on eBay - another site which is quite popular with a lot of private car sellers as well. However, if you live in the north of England, you may want to check out The car buying service. They are in nine locations, namely, Ashton-under-Lyne, Cheadle, Liverpool, Leeds, Bradford, Wakefield, Sheffield and Doncaster.

The company buys all types of car models and makes and is the online car buyer approved by RAC. You can value your car online in just four steps. First of all out your car registration number and then hit the 'Value my car' button.

You then provide more information about the car and your contact details after which you get the value of the car. If you feel that the price is right, you can then book an appointment. The great thing about this company is that the price quoted is the price you have to pay. There are no hidden "admin charges" that gets added to your bill afterwards.

Just check out their new TV advert:

Jaguar unveils the F-TYPE Coupé at the LA Auto Show

The F-TYPE Coupé made its global debut on 19 November in Los Angeles.

The all-aluminium F-TYPE Coupé is available in three versions: F-TYPE R, F-TYPE S and the F-TYPE. All engines drive the rear wheels through an eight-speed 'Quickshift' transmission with full manual sequential control via steering wheel-mounted paddles or the central SportShift lever.

The F-TYPE R Coupé is powered by Jaguar’s 5.0-litre supercharged V8 engine, delivering acceleration to 60 mph in 4 seconds, and a top speed of 186 mph (electronically limited). The F-TYPE R delivers enhanced agility and handling via Jaguar’s second-generation Electronic Active Differential, Jaguar’s new Torque Vectoring by braking system and a Carbon Ceramic Matrix (CCM) braking system.

Riding with the stars

Wonder what Malaysian actress Maya Karin, actor and singer Shaheizy Sam, DJ Yoon, Hong Kong heartthrob Him Law, and Bii, the Taiwanese sensation, have in common?

Well, PETRONAS is now giving you the chance of joining your favourite celebrity on a five-day road trip across the country. Not only that - you also stand the chance of winning a cash prize of up to RM100,000 as well as gift cards and Mesra points.

The ‘FUELLED BY FANS, POWERED BY PRIMAX’ contest started on 14 October 2013. However, you still have time to enter as the cut-off date for participation is 24 November 2013.

Each of the five teams will be provided a car, a preloaded Mesra Card and a smartphone with data plan. They have to use these with their own smarts and the aid of fans and Twitter followers to win the challenge. Starting off from PETRONAS Solaris, Serdang, all the way to PETRONAS Kulim in Kedah, the challenge is not about who finishes first but rather, who travels the farthest.

To take part in the contest all you have to do is spend RM30 at any PETRONAS station or purchase a Mesra combo.

You can also download the entry form at www.like2savefor.my/fuelledbyfans and drop it off at any PETRONAS station.

There’s also over 800 prizes worth up to RM 1,000,000 to be given away, including 215 bi-weekly winners for each of the three contest rounds with cash prizes, PETRONAS vouchers, Gift Cards and Mesra points!

If you are undecided on which star to support, just log on to the site and watch the stars tell you why you should pick them.
FYI, PRIMAX was specially formulated by Petronas, for fuel efficiently by producing a finer fuel spray thus giving you smoother acceleration and a more economical drive. This means more savings for things that matter.

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