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N A V I G A T O R BIRTH OF A SUPERCAR 03 Jaguar Land Rover Special Vehicle Operations unveils its highest performing Jaguar to date: the new Jaguar F-TYPE SVR Special Vehicle Operations is responsible for developing a range of highperformance production models that push the limits of vehicle dynamics to another level. The F-TYPE SVR is Jaguar’s fastest and most powerful series production road car. Capable of 322km/h, the F-TYPE SVR is lighter, faster and more powerful, optimising precision engineering, performance and design to create an all-weather supercar. “Cutting-edge aerodynamics have always been fundamental to Jaguar design,” says Ian Callum, Jaguar’s Director of Design. “Everything from the enlarged air intakes to the active rear wing are essential to the new F-TYPE SVR’s dramatic looks and performance.” The new F-TYPE SVR – available in both coupe and convertible models – was unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show and is available from summer 2016. Find out more at jaguar.com NEWS 8
04 NEWS F I N I S H I N G TOUCH Precision is at the heart of the work of Jaguar Land Rover Special Vehicle Operations (SVO). The division has unveiled one of the world’s most advanced paint shops – a 12,000m 2 , multi-million-pound, tailor-made finishing centre. The new facility offers customers exclusive colours and premium finishes. What’s more, specially selected technicians work alongside seven-axis robots to ensure the completed paintwork far exceeds industry standard. Quality is checked at each stage – to test durability, hardness and paint adhesion. Wave Scan Technology measures the surface texture of the paint to ensure the finish is flawless. Finally, all paintwork is inspected and approved by a colour expert. Just as important as quality is the facility’s focus on sustainability. The building is heated by using conditioned air from the preparation booths. The water purifying technology consumes no chemicals and, by using robots to apply the majority of the paintwork, the process is 95% more energy efficient. If you want your next Land Rover or Jaguar vehicle to enjoy the SVO touch, contact your local retailer, via landrover.com N A V I G A T O R T H E R E W E W E R E , O N THE SNOW- C O V E R E D SUMMIT… Everyone who has owned a Series Land Rover or Defender has an adventure to share. It might involve driving across continents or being part of a humanitarian cause, taking part in the Camel Trophy Tour or ferrying a group of muddy rugby players from their match. To celebrate the world’s most iconic 4x4, Land Rover is collecting your stories of fortitude, camaraderie and go-anywhere fun. Upload your pictures, videos and stories to add your voice to the Defender’s history. landrover.com/defenderjourneys 05 TRAVEL 9
Land Rover Magazine showcases stories from around the world that celebrate inner strength and the drive to go Above and Beyond.
In this issue, New Defender is put through its paces by two inspirational young adventurers as they prepare for an expedition to the South Pole. We also celebrate 50 years of Range Rover by taking a journey of discovery to Dubai. As well as looking back, we look to future as a group of visionaries explain the technologies that could change the future for all of us.
In this issue, new Defender is put through its paces by two inspirational young adventurers as they prepare for an expedition to the South Pole. We also celebrate 50 years of Range Rover by taking a journey of discovery to Dubai. As well as looking back, we look to future as a group of visionaries explain the technologies that could change the future for all of us.
Icelandic surfing, enabled by the new Land Rover Defender
| Artisanal globe-making in London with Bellerby & Co
| Gallery of stunning drone photography
| Author Helen Russell explores the meaning of happiness
| Exclusive short story by Jean Macneil
Shenzhen by Range Rover Sport PHEV
| A first drive in the new Range Rover Evoque
| Mid-century modernist architecture in Germany
| George Bamford on what makes true luxury
| Meet moon-walker Charlie Duke
| Carnival subculture in Brazil
Share the passion of a Land Rover-loving community in a remote corner of India
| Experience the thrills of driving on ice in the Range Rover Velar
| Explore stunning Donegal with seafarer Monty Halls and his family
| Relive the child-like sense of wonder captured at the Above & Beyond Tour
| See why the Range Rover PHEV impressed mountaineer Jimmy Chin
| Encounter the most powerful Defender: the Classic Works V8 special
Look back at the birth of the original Land Rover | How Land Rover has driven adventure and scientific exploration | GQ Editor Dylan Jones discusses inspiration with Chief Design Officer Gerry McGovern | Exploring the potential impact of electrification and connected vehicles | Tackling the 999 steep steps up to Heaven’s Gate in China
New Range Rover and Range Rover Sport Plug-in Hybrids | Why Oslo shines as a beacon of electric mobility | Uncovering Mia Suki’s unbridled passion | How Project Hero is optimising crisis response for the Austrian Red Cross | A stunning Norwegian drive in the Range Rover Velar
Unveiling of the New Range Rover Velar | Step inside some of the planet’s most exclusive homes | Man’s relationship with dogs | An epic drive through the Isle of Skye | The legendary Beechcraft Bonanza takes to the Skies
Unboxing of the All-New Discovery | A portrait of the sailing legend, Sir Ben Ainslie | Look into the future of mobility and transportation | Copenhagen – probably the coolest city in the world?
Meet Ratan Tata | Travel through the Outback in a Discovery Sport | Head to California in search of the Lost Coast | Sir Paul Smith and his bespoke Defender | Grass roots Rugby