Motoring August 2019

IN THIS ISSUE: THE ONLY QUESTION IS: WHICH MERCEDES-BENZ SUV TO CHOOSE? | RANGE UPDATE FOR CITROËN UK’S BEST-SELLING C3 SUPERMINI | HEAD TO THE DARK SIDE WITH JEEP RENEGADE AND COMPASS NIGHT EAGLE | ROLLS-ROYCE MOTOR CARS TO PRESENT EUROPEAN DEBUT OF GHOST ZENITH AT SALON PRIVÉ | OLVO EXTENDS S60 RANGE WITH PLUG-IN HYBRID POWERTRAIN AND NEW TRIM LEVELS | WORLD PREMIERE FOR “NEW VOLKSWAGEN” AT THE IAA

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THE ONLY QUESTION IS: WHICH MERCEDES-BENZ SUV TO CHOOSE?

WORLD PREMIERE FOR ‘NEW VOLKSWAGEN’ AT THE IAA

• VOLKSWAGEN BRAND PRESENTS NEW BRAND DESIGN AND NEW LOGO AT THE FRANKFURT MOTOR SHOW • PRESENTATION OF THE BRAND TO BECOME SIGNIFICANTLY YOUNGER, MORE DIGITAL AND GENERALLY MORE MODERN • AFTER THE BEETLE AND THE GOLF, THE ID.31 WILL USHER IN A NEW ERA FOR VOLKSWAGEN • RALF BRANDSTÄTTER, VOLKSWAGEN COO: “WITH THE ID.3 AND THE NEW BRAND DESIGN, THE RESULTS OF OUR WORK WILL BECOME VISIBLE AT THE IAA.” • JÜRGEN STACKMANN, VOLKSWAGEN SALES AND MARKETING BOARD MEMBER: “THE COMPREHENSIVE REBRANDING IS THE LOGICAL CONSEQUENCE OF OUR BRAND’S STRATEGIC REORIENTATION.”

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t this year’s IAA International Motor Show in Frankfurt, the Volkswagen brand is celebrating two world premieres. In addition to the full-electric ID.3, the brand is presenting its new logo and its new brand design to the public under the motto of “New Volkswagen”. After the Beetle and the Golf, the ID.3 will usher in a new era for Volkswagen – electric, fully connected and balance sheet carbon-neutral. The strategic transformation with a reorientation of content and sustainable products, initiated almost 4 years ago, is now to become visible with the new brand design. All in all, the presentation of the brand is to become significantly younger, more digital and therefore more modern.

With the new brand design, “New Volkswagen” will become visible and perceptible in the design of the vehicles, in customer contacts and in the corporate presentation as a whole. The objective is to create a new 360° customer experience that is modern and fascinating throughout the world and across all channels.

Volkswagen’s Chief Designer Klaus Bischoff, who played a key role in the development of the new CI, said: “The new brand design reflects a type of mobility that forms a natural part of people’s lives. Volkswagen has always been a key element in these efforts. In the new age of mobility, the motto is ‘digital first’, without any filters.”

In contrast to normal practice in the industry, the new brand design was not developed by external agencies but by a joint team of Volkswagen Design and Marketing.

The design was implemented with the full integration of all departments of the company in the record time of nine months using a powerhouse concept developed by Volkswagen especially for this purpose.

The new presentation will not only be bolder and more colorful but will also be digitally oriented from the brand logo through to the world of images. The brand’s visual language will be very different from that projected by Volkswagen to date. Jochen Sengpiehl, Chief Marketing Officer of Volkswagen, explains: “As a general principle, the aim in future will not be to show a perfect advertising world. In our presentation, we want to become more human and more lively, to adopt the customer’s perspective to a greater extent and to tell authentic stories.” In future, the focus will no longer be so much on the car as on people’s lives and mobility experiences.

The symbol and trademark will be the new logo. This will be more modern, clearer and simpler. The logo will be reduced to its essential elements and presented with a new design that is flat and two-dimensional. It will allow more flexible use and will be outstandingly recognizable in digital media. This also applies to the new brand signals such as pictograms, typography, colors or layouts. For the first time, the brand will have a sound logo, which will replace the former brand claim. In addition, the Volkswagen brand will have a female voice in the future.

The international roll-out of the new brand design will begin at the IAA Frankfurt International Motor Show in September. The starting signal will be given by the unveiling of the new logo on the high-rise building at company headquarters in Wolfsburg. The changeover is to be implemented in several waves using a costoptimized, resource-conserving approach. Initially, the brand’s locations and dealers in Europe will be changed over, followed by China in October. The changeover will then be implemented step-by-step in North and South America as well as the rest of the world from the beginning of 2020. All in all, 171 markets will be affected.

At the more than 10,000 facilities of dealers and service partners throughout the world, about 70,000 logos will be replaced. Volkswagen’s rebranding will therefore be one of the largest operations of this type in the industry world-wide.

The new brand design is the result of the Transform 2025+ strategy adopted by Volkswagen in the fall of 2015. The brand is now preparing for phase 2 of Transform 2025+, the roll-out of its e-mobility and digitalization strategy. This also includes the fundamental realignment of the company’s communications with its customers. As a manufacturer, Volkswagen will be in a position to communicate direct with the customer for the first time via the networking of the vehicle, dealers and customers in a Volkswagen ecosystem focusing on the customer. Volkswagen is being transformed from a pure automaker into a provider of mobility services going beyond the customer’s own car. For this purpose, the sales structure of the brand is being fundamentally transformed together with the dealers and marketing is being realigned.

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RANGE UPDATE FOR CITROËN UK’S BEST-SELLING C3 SUPERMINI CITROËN C3, THE BRAND’S TOPSELLING MODEL IN THE UK, WILL RECEIVE SEVERAL IMPORTANT UPDATES FROM OCTOBER 2019.

SINCE ITS LAUNCH IN 2017, C3 HAS BECOME A BYWORD FOR COMFORT AMONGST ITS PEERS IN THE SEGMENT. THESE LATEST RANGE UPGRADES WILL FURTHER AMPLIFY THE MODEL’S CUSTOMER APPEAL AND DESIRABILITY.

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nce its UK launch in January 2017, Citroën’s C3 supermini has soared in popularity, becoming the brand’s best-selling model in the UK – with over 42,000 sales since launch. To reflect customer demand, and to build on its current success, Citroën UK has decided to simplify the C3 range with a renewed emphasis on the most popular ‘upper’ trim levels.

From October 2019 production, the Citroën C3 range will directly reflect UK consumers’ desire for upmarket features. The entry level ‘Touch’ trim level will be discontinued from the UK range, whilst – partly due to the strength of the ‘Origins’ Collector’s Edition – ‘Feel Nav Edition’ also ceases production. The previous ‘Flair’ and ‘Flair Nav Edition’ versions will be replaced with one, highly appointed ‘Flair Plus’ model. These changes mean the number of trim levels in the range will be halved from six to three. The resulting three trims will be ‘Feel’, ‘Origins’ and ‘Flair Plus’.

‘Feel’ becomes the new entry point into the C3 range, but with nothing ‘entry level’ about the specification. Stylish 16-inch ‘Matrix’ alloy wheels; MirrorScreen® with Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto; Lane Departure Warning, automatic air-conditioning, 7-inch colour touchscreen; and a choice of up to four optional roof colours (including body colour) adorn the ‘Feel’ specification.

Alternatively, customers can move up to the C3 ‘Origins’ Collector’s Edition, which was introduced earlier this year to

pay homage to 100 years of creativity and boldness as part of the brand’s centenary celebrations.

Featuring enhanced specification over and above the ‘Feel’ specification, the C3 ‘Origins’ Collector’s Edition offers a black bi-tone roof, Airbump® panels and a bespoke interior ambiance – features that have all proved hugely popular since the C3 ‘Origins’ specification was introduced. The ‘Origins’ Collector’s Edition also features the exclusive ‘Origins’ exterior colour pack, accented with bronze highlights and graphics inside and out.

In addition to the styling enhancements, C3 ‘Origins’ also provides a technological showcase with Citroën Connect Box Emergency & Assistance System (emergency call system), Active Safety Brake, Intelligent Beam Headlights, Rear Parking Sensors and Citroën Connect Nav, all as standard. The Connect Nav includes a three-year subscription to TomTom Live, which provides real time traffic updates via a built-in sim card on-board the vehicle.

Since its UK launch, 62% of C3 sales have been for the top two ‘Flair’ and ‘Flair Nav Edition’ trim levels. So, from October 2019, both trim levels will be replaced by a new ‘Flair Plus’ trim that combines the wider engine and gearbox choice of outgoing ‘Flair’

models with the enhanced specification of ‘Flair Nav Edition’.

The new ‘Flair Plus’ versions will feature the innovative and award-winning ConnectedCAM Citroën® integrated camera system, Citroën Connect Nav, leather steering wheel, colour reversing camera, dark tinted rear windows and the ‘Urban Red’ interior ambience. These features, coupled with the already lengthy list of standard equipment, is intended to

surprise and delight prospective B-segment hatchback customers.

Already amongst the very best in its class for efficiency, October will also see a host of technical changes that will make C3 even more efficient. These include the introduction of a high efficiency alternator, an air inlet shutter and a variety of hidden underbody panels to reduce drag. These changes, coupled with the fitment of new ‘A-Class’ low rolling resistance tyres, will

result in genuine efficiency benefits for Citroën customers.

Unique styling cues have always been synonymous with C3. Since launch, 65% of owners have opted for a bi-tone roof option, whilst 55% have opted for the highly distinctive and protective Airbump® panels. With a choice of four roof colours (includes body colour) and nine body colours, buyers will have no problem personalising their C3 to their exact needs.

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HEAD TO THE DARK SIDE WITH JEEP RENEGADE AND COMPASS NIGHT EAGLE he Night Eagle has landed on the latest Jeep Renegade and Compass models. With the addition of black accents to this well specified model, this new trim level delivers a bolder, sportier look to the urban Jeep line-up.

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Jeep Renegade Night Eagle The Renegade Night Eagle takes the style of Jeep’s small SUV to a dark place with the addition of 18-inch gloss black alloy wheels and grille surround, tinted privacy glass, gloss black exterior badging as well as a dedicated Night Eagle emblem. Inside the mood continues with black upholstery and

gloss black accents on the steering wheel, speakers and gear leaver surround.

Based on the Longitude trim, the Renegade Night Eagle comes with 8.4inch Uconnect Nav with Apple Car Play and Android Auto compatibility, dual zone climate control and Adaptive Cruise Control as standard. The Night Eagle is also available in a choice of five exterior colours, including metallic paint, at no additional cost.

Following demand, the Night Eagle is available with a choice of two petrol and one diesel engine. The 1.0-litre 120hp petrol and the 1.6-litre 120hp diesel engines are combined with a six-

speed manual gearbox, while the 1.3litre 150hp petrol engine comes complete with the six-speed DDCT automatic transmission.

Jeep Compass Night Eagle The Jeep Compass Night Eagle builds on the generous standard equipment on the Longitude trim with gloss black grille, fog lights and window surround while the "Jeep" and "4x4" badges pick up the dark theme to complete the look. 18-inch Gloss Black and aluminium alloy wheels further enhance its aggressive stance and a dedicated Night Eagle badge cements its identity.

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seats, alongside gloss black bezels. The Uconnect™ 8.4-inch touchscreen and Navigation with 3-D graphic, Apple Car Play and Android Auto allows drivers to stay safely connected while on the go.

The Jeep Compass Night Eagle is available with a choice of two diesel and one petrol powerplant. The 1.4-litre 140hp petrol and 1.6-litre 120hp diesel engines combine front-wheel-drive with a six-speed manual gearbox, while the 2.0-litre 140hp diesel is complete with unrivalled Jeep 4x4 technology.

The Jeep Renegade and Compass Night Eagle, along with the rest of the range, come with the Jeep 5-3-5 offer, giving owners extra peace of mind with five year warranty, three year servicing and five years roadside assistance.

ROLLS-ROYCE MOTOR CARS TO PRESENT EUROPEAN DEBUT OF GHOST ZENITH AT SALON PRIVÉ • JUST 50 ZENITHS TO BE PRODUCED AS GHOST APPROACHES THE END OF ITS TEN-YEAR TENURE • GHOST ZENITH TO FEATURE HIGHEST LEVELS OF BESPOKE EVER SEEN ON A GHOST COLLECTION CAR • LIMITED EDITION LUXURY MODEL PAYS HOMAGE TO 200EX, THE EXPERIMENTAL CAR LAUNCHED AT THE GENEVA MOTOR SHOW IN 1999 AND ON WHICH IT IS BASED • FEATURES COMMEMORATIVE INGOT MADE FROM ORIGINAL 200EX SPIRIT OF ECSTASY SET IN TO THE CENTRE CONSOLE • BLUEPRINT INSPIRED ARTWORK DEPICTING TECHNICAL DATA OF 200EX ENGRAVED ON CENTRE CONSOLE

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he Directors of Salon Privé are delighted to confirm the European debut of the stunning, limited edition RollsRoyce Ghost Zenith which made its North American debut recently at Pebble Beach.

The Rolls-Royce Ghost Zenith will be a true collector’s item with just 50 of these extraordinary motor cars being made available by the marque. It comes to being as Rolls-Royce Motor Cars acknowledges the success and global adoration that has been lavished on one of the world’s most luxurious motor cars during its ten-year life cycle and with Ghost now truly at its apex, now is the time to celebrate the ultimate in craftmanship and automotive perfection.

It was the Silver Ghost of 1908 that established Rolls-Royce Motor Cars as manufacturers of ‘The Best Car in the World’ and just over 100 years later, an experimental, contemporary expression of the iconic nameplate, 200EX was shown at the Geneva Motor Show. Since its introduction in 2009, Ghost has gone on to become the most successful Rolls-Royce motor car ever built, attracting a new and much younger group of owners to the marque, resulting in the average age of owners now being just 43.

The original 200EX concept was intended to be both driver and

passenger focused, and no other car combines performance and dynamic driver experience with luxury in the way that Ghost does. The Ghost Zenith Collection retains the car’s dynamism but takes luxury to a new level, drawing many references from 200EX, the most significant being the inclusion of a commemorative ingot, made from the original concept’s Spirit of Ecstasy, melted down and set in to the centre console. Engraved with the three key design lines of Ghost, the plaque details its significant origins and even the Collection’s own Spirit of Ecstasy and clock are engraved with the name of this highly anticipated motor car. In the centre console, a blueprint inspired artwork enlarged to a point of abstraction has been divided into 50 distinct pieces, allowing each Ghost Zenith customer their own individual work of art.

The interior of the car is testimony to the incredible skill of the master craftsmen and women in the marque’s legendary Woodshop as well as the members of the Bespoke Collective from the Home of Rolls-Royce’s Leathershop. Three different finishes are offered; wood, Technical Fibre or Piano finished veneer, all of which perfectly compliment the exquisitely embroidered leather interior. Unique to the Ghost Zenith Standard Wheelbase, the famed Starlight Headliner is

presented in a Shooting Star configuration, depicting shooting stars randomly firing across the cabin roof.

Externally, the Ghost Zenith Collection is presented in a stunning two-tone application with a high gloss contrast paint finish and Silver Satin bonnet, first seen on 200EX. Three different colour-ways are available; Iguazu Blue with Andalusian White, Premiere Silver with Arctic White or a daring Bohemian Red with Black Diamond, with multiple variants available highlighting the flexibility of the model.

Commenting on the Ghost Zenith Collection, Salon Privé Co-Founder & Sales Director, David Bagley commented,“It is a real honour for us to host the European debut of the Rolls-Royce Ghost Zenith at this year’s event straight after its reveal at Pebble Beach. Henry Royce had an instinctive desire for perfection and his fabled ethic of taking the best that exists and making it better is demonstrated here today as Rolls-Royce have taken the most successful car they have ever produced – and made it better. The workmanship and expertise that has gone into creating this limited-edition luxury collector’s item is simply extraordinary and we are thrilled to be presenting this sensational new luxury car on the lawns of Blenheim Palace during Salon Privé.”

VOLVO EXTENDS S60 RANGE WITH PLUG-IN HYBRID POWERTRAIN AND NEW TRIM LEVELS olvo has extended its S60 range – the third generation of the firm’s premium midsize saloon – to incorporate further powertrain choices and equipment grades, including an all-wheel-drive petrol-electric hybrid and a trim level that focuses on luxury and craftmanship.

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Electrifying hybrid powertrain The existing T5 turbocharged 250hp petrol unit has been joined by an all-wheel-drive T8 Twin Engine plug-in hybrid powertrain, combining a 303hp petrol engine with an 87hp electric motor for a total output of 390hp. Performance is suitably electrifying, with 0-62mph in just 4.6 seconds.

The T8 Twin Engine’s 11.8kWh battery provides an electric-only range of up to 36 miles, with CO2 emissions from just 39g/km. Fuel economy (on the WLTP combined cycle) is up to 176.5mpg.

Like the T5, the T8 Twin Engine uses a Volvo Drive-E petrol engine and an eight-speed automatic transmission.

Dynamic or new luxurious trim levels The R-Design Edition launch trim has been replaced by R-

Design Plus and is joined by the new Inscription Plus variant.

R-Design Plus is designed to provide a more focused driving experience, thanks to (on T5 versions) stiffer springs, fasterresponding monotube dampers, thicker anti-roll bars and a 12mm lower ride height (petrolelectric hybrid R-Design Plus variants come with the standard suspension settings). Other RDesign Plus highlights include a head-up display, gearshift paddles, highgloss black exterior trim elements, a choice of 18, 19 or 20-inch alloy wheels, Metal Mesh aluminium interior inlays and part-leather sports seats.

Inscription Plus trim is for those who appreciate their highend luxuries. The exterior features chrome trim along with a different design of alloy wheels, projecting exclusivity and refined

Scandinavian style. Inside, fine Nappa full-leather upholstery and beautifully crafted details such as the Driftwood décor inlays reward the senses.

Inscription Plus versions also benefit from cooled seats, on top of the heated seats of other S60s.

Suspension tailored to your preference The S60 can now be fitted with adaptive dampers. This system allows you to select the firmness of the suspension to tailor the car’s dynamics to the road surface or your personal preference. Known as Active Four-C Chassis, the adaptive dampers are optional on T5 RDesign Plus and Inscription Plus versions and are controlled via the S60’s standard Drive Mode settings, which also alter the

responses of the engine, automatic gearbox, steering, brakes and climate control system.

S60 in context The S60 brings all the dynamic ability, ground-breaking technology and striking Scandinavian design from the company’s latest models to the premium mid-size saloon segment. It is built at Volvo’s new Charleston plant in South Carolina, USA, on Volvo’s SPA (Scalable Product Architecture) platform, which also underpins the award-winning S90, V60, V90, XC60 and XC90. It is the first modern Volvo to be sold without a diesel engine, signalling the company’s industry-leading commitment to electrification and a long-term future beyond the traditional combustion engine. As you’d expect from a

Volvo, it also offers cutting-edge collision-avoidance and occupant-protection technology.

Commenting on the S60 range expansion, Matt Galvin, Sales Director of Volvo Car UK, said: “The S60’s spring launch couldn’t have gone better. The highspecification R-Design Edition variants were extremely well received by both customers and retailers. Now, with R-Design Plus and Inscription Plus, we can offer the choice of a more focused driving experience or something more luxurious – qualities that resonate strongly with private owners and business users in the premium mid-size saloon market.

“Add the petrol-electric plug-in hybrid T8 Twin Engine to the mix and we’re sure the extended S60 range will make a significant contribution to Volvo Car UK’s continued sales success.”

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BRIGGS AUTOMOTIVE COMPANY CUTS DESIGN-TO-MANUFACTURE TIME OF AIR INTAKE FOR NEW BAC MONO R SUPERCAR USING STRATASYS FDM 3D PRINTING WITH THE RELEASE OF THE VOLVO XC90 ARMOURED, VOLVO CARS TAKES ANOTHER STEP AS A MANUFACTURER OF ARMOURED VEHICLES. THE CARS ARE DESIGNED AND BUILT TO PROVIDE SAFE AND COMFORTABLE TRAVEL WITH A HIGH LEVEL OF PERSONAL PROTECTION FOR THE OCCUPANTS.

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riggs Automotive Company (BAC), the British manufacturer of the recently launched Mono R, and 3D

printing leader, Stratasys, today reveal the impact additive manufacturing is having on the design and production of the latest edition to the BAC elite supercar offering. When faced with detrimental delays to the design process of an essential airbox, the team turned to Stratasys FDM additive manufacturing to produce fully functional prototypes in record time and improve final, on-road performance.

The Mono R is the company’s most complexly designed car to date, with years of thought and thousands of hours of research behind it. Mono R weighs just 555kg and is the first production car in the world to incorporate the use of graphene-enhanced carbon fibre in every body panel. In order to meet the necessary criteria, the design had to be lighter, more efficient and slicker than any supercar before it. The team faced a significant

challenge, one which could not afford any hiccups.

One such challenge was the design and testing of the Mono R’s innovative air intake. Essential for the car’s cooling and on-road performance, the airbox has an extremely complex and unique geometry, with the final part needing to be produced entirely in carbon fibre. Such rigorous demands meant that the production of a prototype using traditional methods presented a huge hurdle for the team.

Naturally, the aim was to avoid lead times and costs potentially spiralling, while ensuring no compromise to the performance and functionality of the prototype itself.

Slashing Design Development Lead Times The final design of the airbox required expensive tooling, and the carbon fibre production

process proved labour-intensive.

It quickly became apparent to the design team that creating a prototype using traditional machining was simply unfeasible.

“The lead time to produce one prototype of the airbox using traditional machining methods surpassed two weeks. If there were any problems with the prototype produced, then any design iterations would add double that amount of time. This was a delay we just couldn’t afford,” Ian Briggs, BAC Design Director, explains.

The team at BAC turned to additive manufacturing as the solution and sought the help of Stratasys and it’s UK platinum partner, Tri Tech 3D. Using the Stratasys F900 Production 3D Printer the team produced the airbox in just a few hours, which was then fitted to the car and put through its paces to assess the parts design and performance.

“Access to quick, efficient, industrial-grade additive manufacturing was a gamechanger for this development process,” Briggs continues.

“Within hours we were able to produce an accurate 3D-printed prototype of the airbox and install it on the car for testing.

This enabled us to reduce our design-to-manufacture time significantly.”

Under Pressure However, it was not just turnaround times that the team had to consider. The Mono R can reach top speeds of 170mph, with its power surpassing 340bhp and its power-to-weight ratio reaching 612bhp-per-tonne. As such, every aspect of the design was crucial to the success of the car.

With temperatures expected to surpass 100 degrees, any prototype produced needed to withstand intense conditions during test drives.

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Stratasys F900, the team were able to produce the prototype in Stratasys’ Nylon 12CF material. A carbon-fibre reinforced thermoplastic, that can endure temperatures of over 140 degrees Celsius, Nylon 12CF offered the design team the chance to test the prototype in as close a material as possible to the real thing.

“Access to the carbon-fibre reinforced Nylon 12CF was integral for this development process. The prototype was as close performance-wise as if we had produced the prototype in carbon-fibre reinforced plastic made from a mould. It also withstood the tests on the track with ease,” explains Briggs.

The overall appearance of the Mono R is 20mm lower and 25mm longer than its predecessor, meaning that every single centimetre matters. In order to effectively test the airbox, it needed to be accurately fitted to the car, with no room for error. However, the geometry of the airbox was complex – and incredibly large.

“The freedom of design offered by Stratasys’ industrial 3D printers was essential for the airbox. We were able to tweak the design and not worry that the final 3D printed version wouldn’t match the exact size or geometry we needed,” Briggs summarises.

Today, the team at BAC has shifted its mindset to design with additive manufacturing in mind.

“The development of the Mono R needed ultimate precision, something to which additive manufacturing lends itself perfectly. We saw this first-hand with the use of Stratasys’ industrial system in the production of the airbox, and for the first time its effects were felt throughout the car. This is just the beginning for BAC in discovering what additive manufacturing can offer us as a design team, and how we can continue to push the boundaries of our industry,” concludes Briggs.

The Mercedes-Benz GLC

The Mercedes-Benz GLE

THE ONLY QUESTION IS: WHICH MERCEDES-BENZ SUV TO CHOOSE? The Mercedes-Benz GLC

Due to the GLC and GLC Coupés’ compact dimensions, modern luxury and high level of safety, this vehicle was the best-selling SUV from Mercedes-Benz for ten years.

At the price of €50,400 the GLC Facelift comes with an exhaustive list of items that can facilitate your daily use; 18” new light alloy wheels, aerodynamically optimised wheels and tyres with reduced rolling resistance. The new style of Mercedes-Benz User new generation of the multifunction steering wheel with touch controls, new trim element and KEYLESS-GO start function.

LED High Performance headlamps with flatter contour compared to the predecessor, specific simulated guard in the front bumper, with three additional, prominent air inlets and newly designed

The Mercedes-Benz GLC interior

all-LED rear lights for a uniform Mercedes-Benz SUV light signature. A 5year service plan is also included in the price.

The New Mercedes-Benz GLE

The exterior design of the new GLE not only exudes presence and power, but also sets a new standard

The Mercedes-Benz GLE interior

for aerodynamics in the SUV segment.

The GLE follows the design strategy of sensual purity and dispenses with individual edges and beading in favour of generously modelled surfaces. The surfaces interact with precise graphic elements. An emotive presentation with brilliant graphics underlines the

comprehensibility of the intuitive control structure.

The GLE also cuts an athletic figure from the rear. This is particularly ensured by the powerful shoulder muscle extending from the C-pillar to the rear lights. The rear is strikingly rounded off with the chrome-plated under guard.

It is not only by giving driver support in tailbacks that the new GLE further expands Mercedes-Benz Intelligent Drive and takes another major step towards autonomous driving.

Certain features mentioned are available as optional extras.

Visit our Mercedes-Benz Showroom in Mosta Road, Lija or call on +356 2143 3601 to book a test drive.

Alternatively, you can send an e-mail to sales@autosales.com.mt requesting further information.

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