DUBAI 1 April 2018: Rolls-Royce has unveil the Wraith Luminary Collection.
In response to an ongoing global demand for Rolls-Royce Collection Cars, the marque has created a Limited Collection of just 55 of these spectacular Wraiths. These motor cars join the highly exclusive ranks of collectible Bespoke masterpieces.
Torsten Müller-Ötvös, Chief Executive Officer, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, commented, “Wraith Luminary is a stunning Collection Car. It speaks directly of our contemporary Rolls-Royce brand – progressive and trailblazing; the pinnacle in hand-crafted luxury. This is a motor car that celebrates visionaries who achieve eminence in their respective fields. Indeed, this collection is for the world’s luminaries.”
The heady shade of the golden hour’s sunrays inspire this newly developed exterior paint, Sunburst Grey. One is met by a flat grey that enlivens when awoken by the sun, rich copper tones, emitting a deep emotive warmth. Further intrigue is added by a hand-painted Sunburst Motif coachline, hand-painted Wake Channel Lines on Wraith’s bonnet and pinstripes applied to the wheel centres, each in Saddlery Tan, bearing reference to the colourway of the interior leather.
Energy courses through this highly charged edition of Wraith. On opening the coach doors, one is met by a statement of modern luxury, as light flows from the front into the rear passenger compartment. The Collection’s defining feature, Tudor Oak wood, sourced from the forests of the Czech Republic, selected for its depth of colour and the density of the grain structure, is for the first time, illuminated. The light of 176 LEDs permeates through an intricately perforated design in the unique Tudor Oak veneer, allowing a mesmerizing pattern, reminiscent of the trailing light of a shooting star, to luminesce at the touch of a button. Linked to the controls of the starlight headliner, the cabin’s veneer surrounds Wraith’s occupants in an ambient glow of light.
Venture Off-Road with All-New Sierra
For the first time , the Sierra AT4 delivers a unique formula of authentic off-road capability and innovative technology paired with premium refinement and a bold appearance expected from GMC.
“The 2019 Sierra AT4 is designed for the customer who wants an elevated presenceon the road and the capability to venture off life’s beaten path,” said Duncan Aldred,vice president of Global GMC. “It’s also the beginning for the AT4 brand, which will be seen on every vehicle in our lineup in the next two years.”
Standard content on the 2019 Sierra AT4 includes:
2-inch factory-installed suspension lift
Standard 4WD with a two-speed transfer case, locking rear differential and skid plates
Off-road-tuned Rancho monotube shock absorbers
18-inch wheels with all-terrain tires or available mud terrain-rated Goodyear Wrangler Duratrac tire, or available 20-inch wheels with all-terrain tires
Exclusive wheel design with machined-face, dark-tinted appearance
Hill Descent Control Traction Select System
GMC exclusive, industry-first MultiPro Tailgate
Black chrome finish on the fog lamp bezels, fender surround and grille insert
Body-color grille surround, door handles and bumper
Exclusive athletic interior trim elements
Red vertical recovery hooks Standard 5.3L V-8 engine
All-new Hyundai Accent makes UAE debut
Juma Al Majid Est., the exclusive distributor of Hyundai Motors in the UAE, has announced that the all-new Hyundai Accent is now available in the UAE, following the vehicle’s official Mena launch in Bahrain earlier this month.
First revealed in South Korea last year, the fifth generation of Hyundai’s popular small sedan features a bold new design, enhanced driving dynamics and advanced safety and convenience features.
The new-generation Hyundai Accent is slightly longer and wider than the previous model, with increased interior space. Two four-cylinder petrol engine options are being offered in the region, including a 1.4 litre delivering 100ps (metric horsepower), and a 1.6 litre delivering 123ps. Both are advanced designs, with multi-point fuel injection matched to a choice of six-speed manual or six-speed automatic transmission.
Driver and passengers are protected by six airbags. Alongside automatic stability control (ESC), other safety features include static bending headlights to provide better illumination of the road through corners, auto cruise control that is designed for convenience and improved fuel economy, and an emergency stop signal that automatically flashes the brake lights when the driver brakes heavily.
Cadillac Introduces First-Ever XT4
Cadillac has unveiled the first-ever XT4, an all-new compact SUV tailored for the next generation of luxury customers.
Developed on an exclusive compact SUV architecture, Cadillac’s entry in the industry’s fastest-growing luxury segment delivers expressive design, confident performance, spacious accommodations and new technologies.
“The first-ever 2019 Cadillac XT4 expands our successful SUV lineup to a segment where Cadillac has never been before,” said Cadillac President Johan de Nysschen. “And it sets off a dramatic expansion and elevation of the product range, that will see a new Cadillac virtually once every six months through 2021.”
All models are driven by an all-new Cadillac 2.0L Turbo engine that features new efficiency-enhancing technologies including Active Fuel Management (cylinder deactivation), coupled with a nine-speed automatic transmission with next-generation Electronic Precision Shift.
Cadillac also debuts its new global “Y” trim strategy on the XT4. Distinctive Premium Luxury and Sport models build from the well-equipped Luxury (base) trim. Specific content and styling cues tailor the Premium Luxury and Sport trims to different customer tastes and preferences. Cadillac will roll out this new trim strategy beginning with the XT4 and the 2019 CT6 top-of-range sedan.
The XT4 will be priced starting at $35,790 including destination charge, excluding tax, title, license, dealer fees and optional equipment, when it goes on sale in fall 2018. Starting at the end of March 2018, customers will be able to preorder their XT4s from participating U.S. Cadillac dealers.
Chevrolet’s revolutionary selfie steering wheel
As the dangerous practice of driver-selfies continues to rise, Chevrolet has come up with a hands-free solution to keep drivers’ focus on the road while capturing the perfect driving selfie – the Selfie Steering Wheel.
The Selfie Steering Wheel features a hands-free, high-resolution, 4G-equipped camera attached to the steering wheel for flawless selfies while driving. The adjustable camera, placed in the driver’s line of sight uses eye recognition technology and a simple button press allowing drivers to strike a pose without having to take their hands off the wheel or their eyes off the road.
Images will automatically upload to popular photo sharing apps with support from a voice recognition system that can even add a caption! The Selfie Steering Wheel is suitable for any post-2005 Chevrolet vehicle and is likely to cost less than US$200