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Welcome to SA Autodrive’s March edition, the end of this quarter being just around the bend…..All things are starting to smoothen out as we move into a more steady period of the year where finances also seems to ease out gradually.

This is a special edition highlighting 2 very local launches, The IPACK (Apple Promotion Pack) C-class Mercedes-Benz and the Opening of DADAS New Showroom in Benoni.

Mercedes-Benz, Centurion is giving you the opportunity to own 2 exclusive brand leading products to compliment when you take delivery of your new C-Class and

receive your Apple Promotional Pack valued at R35 000.00 at no extra cost! Complimenting this fabulous deal, Mercedes-Benz, Centurion also boasts with its SLS AMG Vehicle Concept –“A Force of Nature Unleashed”, Demo’d on the “New Cars Showroom”…read more on Page 3.

Mercedes-Benz, Centurion also offers to all owners of the C-Class and E-Class, 4 cylinder Models, quality service using ONLY genuine parts at a reduced price, keeping your vehicle as good as new with peace of mind…...Genuine Parts, Quality Service and Total Commitment.

In the Spotlight, we take a trip down to Benoni where, the Famous & Exclusive Models of DADAS showcased in style when the New Showroom unveiled. Hundreds of fans of DADAS graced this showroom with ample selection of Selected Pre-Own vehicles to view at their leisure. It was a great and fantastic day, where families treated themselves with the site of exclusive and luxurious models on demo, as usual. Without a shadow of doubt, it is yet another successful leap into the DADAS camp. All the best to Nazeer and Buta ….”THE BROTHERS OF THE DADAS”

Moving on to the market scene, we take a close look at “The New MASERATI”, showcasing the Racing Luxury for Four.

We, yet again see VW in the limelight as the launch of the New Golf is 2013 Europe’s Car of the Year. The “Renowned International Car of the Year“ Award is deemed one of the most important barometers in the automotive industry.

Not far away from the scenes, we journey through to enjoy the World Debut for Toyota FT-86 OPEN CONCEPT.

And in The Feature, Hyundai never stops to amaze the motor industry with its All New 1.4 Turbodiesel, putting the cherry on the top of Hyundai’s 120 Range in South Africa.

Nissan, back in the NEWS, Now Nissan Micra gets even cooler! Pretoria, Rosslyn – Nissan’s Innovative “My Ride, My Rules” campaign is proving to be a South African social media sensation.

On the move, we catch a glimpse “On the Road with Peugeot and OJ Ossewa”.

Chevrolet, yet another community service enthusiast, with the UTE Force Revamps Community Centre.

I hope you enjoy this edition and look forward to our next bumper pack edition…….till then!

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C O N T E N T S04 SPOTLIGHT

04 New Showroom just opened04 Maserati: Racing Luxury for Four

06 NEW LAUNCHES06 The new Golf is 2013 Europe’s Car of the Year06 World debut for Toyota FT-86 open concept

7 FEATURES07 New 1.4 turbodiesel puts cherry on top of Hyundai’s i20 range in

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11 IN THE NEWS11 Nissan Micra gets even cooler!

11 TYRE FITMENT AND RUBBER11 Cairoli heads MX1 World Championship making the most of the

Pirelli Scorpion MX tyres equipping his KTM11 Goodyear Designers show that tyres are more than “big dark round

things” with new Wingfoot tyre

12 INTERNATIONAL12 The LaFerrari unveiled at Geneva12 The New, Enhanced Kia Sorento

14 PEOPLE ON THE MOVE

14 On the road with Peugeot & DJ Ossewa

15 SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

15 Chevrolet Ute Force Revamps Community Centre

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8 The 70th Venice Film Festival s by Maserati

13 The Volvo Concept Coupe P1800

12 First images of Toyota’s wild eco warrior, the Yaris Hybrid-R, emerge12 Pure urban joie de vivre - also for four in future

3 Mercedes Benz Fashion Week kicks up a storm

6 Driving performance for the new generation

11 The 458 Debuts at the Frankfurt International Show 15 Tiger Wheel & Tyre Challenges South Africans to Donate Blood.15 NISSAN LAUNCHES FLAGSHIP HOUSING PROJECT15 SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY15 Hyundai Automotive SA donates library to Southview High School in Lenasia

From the Editor’s DeskMercedes-Benz is taking the fashion world to new heights and can only grow exponentially. Over the years, Mercedes-Benz Fashion Weeks in New York, Ber-lin, Sydney, Moscow, Tokyo and Shanghai have continually influ-enced trends and styles. South African cities of Johannesburg and Cape Town are included in the international fashion scene as a country with its own sense of style and panache. Well into their successful three-year title sponsorship commitment with Africa Fashion International, pro-moters of Africa’s most prominent fashion events – Cape Town Fashion Week, Johannesburg Fashion Week and Africa Fash-ion Week. In this Edition we bring you Cape Town Fashion Week. The A 45 AMG sees Mercedes-AMG embarking on a new era. For the first time in the company’s history extending back over more than 45 years, Mercedes-Benz’s performance brand is offering a fascinating high-performance ve-hicle in the compact class. The A 45 AMG is representative of the “AMG Performance 50” strategy for the future, which is a run up to the 50th birthday of Mercedes-AMG in 2017. With a maximum output of 265 kW and up to 450 Nm of torque, the AMG 2.0-litre

four-cylinder turbo engine is the most powerful series production four-cylinder engine in the world. Just a few months from the start of celebrations for its Centenary, Maserati is a company in rapid expansion. With presence in 65 markets worldwide, its role is clearly confirmed as an inter-national ambassador of Italian excellence. This excellence is conveyed every day with passion through products of great charm and outstanding performance seen in the GranTurismo, Gran-Cabrio and the new Quattroporte and Ghibli. Maserati begins its relationship with the 70th Venice Film Festival as main sponsor of the event, cementing the rela-tionship between the prestigious film festival and the Fiat Group. SAAUTODRIVE brings you this exclusive live from the Red Car-pet.

Volkswagen Group South Africa’s (VWSA) Customer Interaction Centre won the gold award at the Contact Centre Management Group annual Contact Centre Awards held in Kyalami recently.

As with all Ferrari special se-ries models, the 458 Speciale boasts an array of technological innovations that make it a thor-

oughly unique model designed for owners looking for an even more focused sports car that of-fers extreme driving emotions. The innovations span the entire car and include both Ferrari pat-ents and world firsts, particu-larly with regard to the engine, active aerodynamics and elec-tronic controls mark this car out.

After more than a year of rising expectations, the first design by the new Senior Vice President of Design, Thomas Ingenlath, show-cases how design builds emotion into the Volvo brand and points towards the next generation of Volvo models, starting with the forthcoming Volvo XC90 in 2014. Until Next Month!

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10 GMSA Announces the Appointment of New Vehicle Sales Service and Marketing Vice President10 Volkswagen Group South Africa’s Contact Centre rated best in South Africa10 Local Distributor Very Impressed With Local Tests Of New Faw Hatchback10 Jaguar Land Rover SA and SSA board expands

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Mercedes-Benz is well into their suc-cessful three-year title sponsorship commitment with Africa Fashion In-ternational, promoters of Africa’s most prominent fashion events – Cape

Town Fashion Week, Johannesburg Fashion Week and Africa Fashion Week.

“At Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Cape Town we are showcasing our innovative and stylish E-Class Coupé and E-Class Cabriolet cars. Mercedes-Benz is an icon in the realms of fashion and our exciting and fascinating models bring a sense of well-being to the fashion scene,” says Selvin Govender, Divi-sional Manager Marketing, Mercedes-Benz Cars.“South Africa is proving to be a hot fashion des-tination and the bar has been raised even higher following the success of our 2012 events. Our col-laboration with Africa Fashion International will fur-ther boost our prominence in the influential world of fashion, as our local designers showcase their col-lections,” adds Govender.

Fashionistas in Cape Town will be privy to designs from a host of local designers who will present their Spring/Summer 2013/2014 Collections, including fashion celebrities David Tlale, Thula Sindi, CRAIG PORT and Fabiani.

During the fashion week, young designers will be exposed to the AFI FastTrack programme, of which Mercedes-Benz is one of the sponsors. Included in this programme will be a session on the topic of So-cial Media as building a social brand.

“As lifestyles change and trends develop, it is im-perative that we are all kept abreast of the growing phenomena of the social media scene. It is for this reason that we feel it necessary to further build on the various successful platforms Mercedes-Benz has created in the social media arena, with fashion

making a huge impact to this fast growing space,” adds Govender.

Social media trends has made the world more ac-cessible, and local fashion is instantly apart of the International scene.

Mercedes-Benz has had a long beneficial associa-tion with International fashion and with great suc-cess. Over the years, Mercedes-Benz Fashion Weeks in New York, Berlin, Sydney, Moscow, Tokyo and Shanghai have continually influenced trends and styles. South African cities of Johannesburg and Cape Town are included in the international fashion scene as a country with its own sense of style and panache.

The International association with Mercedes-Benz afforded the winners of the coveted 2012 Emerging Designer of the Year Africa and Emerging Designer of the Year International awards successfully par-ticipated in the International Herald Tribune Luxury conference in Rome.

This MBSA sponsored excursion, gave the winners a chance to exhibit their fashion throughout the con-ference. These young designers also had the rare opportunity of making the acquaintance of fashion icons such as Valentino. They also showcased their fashion collection during the gala dinner.

“African designers also benefitted from the AFI Af-rica Fashion Awards Designer of the Year Africa and International categories presented by Mercedes-Benz. Last year’s winners, Mimi Plange and Ituen Basi have been afforded the opportunity to travel to Stockholm this month to participate in an exchange programme with Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Stockholm,” concludes Govender. Mercedes-Benz is taking the fashion world to new heights and can only grow exponentially.

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The A 45 AMG sees Mercedes-AMG em-barking on a new era. For the first time in the company’s history extending back over more than 45 years, Mercedes-Benz’s performance brand is offering a

fascinating high-performance vehicle in the com-pact class. The A 45 AMG is representative of the “AMG Performance 50” strategy for the future, which is a run up to the 50th birthday of Mercedes-AMG in 2017. With a maximum output of 265 kW and up to 450 Nm of torque, the AMG 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbo engine is the most powerful series production four-cylinder engine in the world. The sensational power density of 133 kW outstrips even the most powerful super sports cars. At the same time, the engine also boasts supreme efficiency and complies with the EU6 emissions standard. The A 45 AMG also leads its segment in terms of fuel consumption, running on 6.9 litres per 100 km in NEDC combined mode. These credentials indicate that a further high-performing member of the BlueDIRECT family is now taking to the road. The performance-oriented AMG 4MATIC all-wheel drive onboard the A 45 AMG sets new standards in the car’s segment.

The substance of the new Mercedes-Benz vehicle architecture for front- and all-wheel drive provides the perfect basis for the A 45 AMG and at least two other high-performance premium automobiles from Affalterbach. In designing and developing the A 45 AMG, the experts at AMG have drawn on the com-pany’s decades of experience in motorsport and the production of powerful, high-performance vehicles. As such, the A 45 AMG will inherit the corporate DNA and embody the AMG brand claim “Driving Perform-ance” to perfection: a fascinatingly sporty driving experience combined with impressive craftsmanship and pronounced individuality.

“The A 45 AMG will extend the appeal of Mercedes-Benz to new customers and new markets. AMG is world renowned for their V8 sporty engine s, and we are now adding an extremely attractive model with exceptional performance credentials to the curent range of high-performance sportscars,” says Selvin Govender, Divisional Manager Market-ing, Mercedes-Benz Cars.

“With the new A 45 AMG the AMG engineers have well and truly achieved their aim of developing the most dynamic, powerful and efficient four-cylinder series production car. With its impressive high-tech package and the performance-oriented AMG 4MAT-IC all-wheel drive, the A 45 AMG is a true AMG that possesses all the passion and performance that our customers expect and demand from their AMG su-persports cars,” adds Govender.

Dynamic and individual vehicle for new target group

Spanning the age range from 30 to mid-40, the target group is younger than the AMG clientele to date. Generally in successful careers and with an

independent frame of mind, these customers seek a dynamic and individual vehicle. They wish to lend expression to their style- and trend-oriented way of life with a car from a recognised high-performance brand. The A 45 AMG provides the predominantly urban target group with an agile high-performance vehicle. Mercedes-AMG accommodates their tech-savvy and individual outlook on life with an extremely broad selection of optional equipment and appoint-ments, colours and materials.

Typically AMG: the most powerful series produc-tion four-cylinder engine in the world

Two figures show that the A 45 AMG holds pole posi-tion in its displacement segment: the newly devel-oped AMG 2.0-litre turbo engine is the most pow-erful series production four-cylinder turbo engine in the world. A maximum output of 265 kW and up to 450 Newton metres of torque are unmatched by any other mass-produced turbocharged four-cylinder en-gine worldwide.

The power density of 133 kW is also absolutely unri-valled. In this discipline, the new AMG high-perform-ance turbo engine even outstrips the most powerful super sports cars.

The high power and torque output and the combina-tion with the performance-oriented AMG 4MATIC all-wheel drive as standard lead to extremely dynamic performance: the A 45 AMG accelerates from zero to 100 km/h in 4.6 seconds, while its top speed stands at 250 km/h (electronically limited). The specially de-veloped AMG engine is also a model of efficiency – the A 45 AMG also leads its segment on this front, with fuel consumption of 6.9 litres per 100 kilometres in NEDC combined mode. This is accompanied by particularly low exhaust emissions: the A 45 AMG already complies with the EU6 emissions standard which is not scheduled to enter into force until 2015, combined with the limit for the particle count per kilometre of 6 x 1011 which will be mandatory from 2017.

Twin-scroll turbocharger and AMG sports ex-haust system with exhaust flap

Mercedes-AMG addresses the essential challenges concerning the response of small-displacement tur-bo engines by means of a twin-scroll turbocharger, maximum derestriction of the exhaust system and an innovative injection strategy. The twin-scroll tech-nology provides for a more spontaneous build-up of charge pressure, making effective use of exhaust gas back pressure, exhaust gas temperature and ex-haust gas impulse. This results in a swifter build-up of torque right from the lower rev range. As a positive side-effect, the twin-scroll technology also benefits fuel consumption and exhaust emissions. At a maxi-mum charge pressure of 1.8 bar, the AMG 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbo engine also leads the field in this respect.

The AMG sports exhaust system features large pipe cross-sections and an automatically control-led exhaust flap. This technology, which is familiar from the SLK 55 AMG, reconciles the two apparently conflicting aims of tangible dynamism and hallmark Mercedes comfort on long journeys. The flap is con-tinuously adjusted by map control according to the power called up by the driver, load status and engine speed. The two striking tailpipes of the AMG sports exhaust system emit a fascinating, full engine sound which is particularly impressive during powerful ac-celeration.

An AMG Performance exhaust system with exhaust flap and featuring a dedicated tailpipe trim design is optionally available for the A 45 AMG. This pro-vides for an even more emotional and striking en-gine sound when the throttle is open and during gear shifting. The double-declutching function dur-ing downshifting and the interruption of ignition and injection during upshifting under full load produce a particularly throaty sound with the AMG Perform-ance exhaust system and create a level of emotion-ality which is otherwise the reserve of engines with more than 4 cylinders.

Engine production – a tradition of hand-built ex-cellence

Similarly to all eight- and twelve-cylinder engines, the new AMG 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbo engine is also hand-built according to the traditional AMG philosophy of “one man, one engine”. An exclusive assembly line has been set up for the new AMG en-gine at the Mercedes-Benz engine production plant in Kölleda – where all BlueDIRECT four-cylinder en-gines are built for the A- and B-Class models.

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characteristic feature of the “one man, one engine” production process is the AMG engine plate bear-ing the signature of the responsible engine fitter. Apart from serving as an AMG hallmark confirming superlative production quality, the AMG engine plate also attests to the peerless DNA of Mercedes-Benz’s high-performance brand.AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 7-speed sports transmis-sion

Dual clutch transmission and all-wheel drive – the drive package onboard the new A 45 AMG is a dem-onstration of high-end engineering prowess. The AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 7-speed sports transmis-sion is directly flange-mounted on the transversely in-stalled AMG 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbo engine. Key software modules have been adopted from the SLS AMG super sports car with its inspirational power transmission concept. The dual clutch transmission of the A45 features seven gears, three driving pro-grammes, a double-declutching function and RACE START for optimum acceleration. The strengths of the AMG DCT sports transmission include sponta-neous gear shifting without any interruption in trac-tive power, a tailor-made control strategy, extremely smooth and easy gear shifting and a high level of efficiency. Reinforced gear wheels provide for maxi-mum stability. Synchroniser rings with carbon-fibre friction linings improve durability while also optimis-ing the response time during manual gear-changing – the ideal basis for ambitious laps on cordoned-off race tracks.“Momentary M mode” for even greater dynamism and driving enjoyment

Another special feature designed to enhance dy-namic performance and driving enjoyment is so-called “Momentary M mode”. In C and S mode, this

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enables the driver to activate manual mode (“M”) without having to remove a hand from the steering wheel, by pressing the “up” or “down” shift paddle once. In Momentary M mode the driver experienc-es the dynamism and performance of gear-shifting in manual mode in all of the automatic driving pro-grammes, with automatic up- and down-shifting into the bargain. This allows the driver to devote his full attention to the vehicle’s impressive performance.

The shift times in manual mode “M” and in Sport mode “S” are similarly sporty in character to those of the SLS AMG GT super sports car. Briefly and precisely interrupting ignition and injection under full load leads to even faster gearshifts with a more emotional sound than ever. In “C” mode (Controlled Efficiency), tangibly soft transmission and engine characteristics support a fuel-efficient and comfort-oriented driving style. The ECO start/stop function is also active in “C” mode.

Performance-oriented AMG 4MATIC all-wheel drive

The new A 45 AMG comes with variable, perform-ance-oriented AMG 4MATIC all-wheel drive as standard. In developing this all-wheel drive, the focus firmly was on performance and dynamism. The power flux to the rear powertrain is provided by a compact power take-off unit (PTU) which is fully integrated in the 7-speed sports transmission. It does not possess an oil circuit of its own. Instead, it is supplied with lubricant from the oil circuit of the sports transmission. This configuration gives rise to substantial weight advantages in comparison to ri-val systems which branch off power by means of an add-on component with its own oil circuit. Together with the friction-minimised tapered roller bearings, the PTU achieves an excellent level of efficiency.

3-stage ESP® with ESP® Curve Dynamic Assist

An exclusive feature is the interaction of the AMG 4MATIC all-wheel drive with the 3-stage ESP® and the ESP® Curve Dynamic Assist. The three ESP® stages enable the driver to vary the dynamics of the A 45 AMG according to his individual wishes at the push of a button. The safety-oriented “ESP ON” mode supports the driver in maintaining neutral han-dling characteristics. The system initiates braking

intervention on one or more wheels and reduces the engine torque on detecting that the operating condi-tions are becoming unstable.

AMG speed-sensitive sports steering and AMG high-performance braking system

The electromechanical Dual Pinion AMG speed-sen-sitive sports steering with AMG-specific, speed-de-pendent power assistance and a constant steering ratio (14.5 : 1) enables high steering precision and agility. The electric motor is installed in space-saving configuration on the steering gear. The AMG high-performance braking system with ventilated and per-forated brake discs all round in size 350 x 32 millime-tres at the front and 330 x 22 millimetres at the rear provides for spontaneous and reliable deceleration.

Exterior design with sporty and muscular high-lights

Mercedes-AMG adds emphatically sporty and mus-cular highlights to the emotional exterior design of the new Mercedes-Benz A-Class sporting the new dynamic style, sculptural character and feature lines on the sides. These refinements ensure that the A 45 AMG looks the part as a distinctive high-performance automobile – a genuine AMG through and through.

Dynamic and exclusive interior design and ap-pointments

Inside, too, the new A 45 AMG boasts a heady mix of hallmark Mercedes-AMG dynamism and exclusiv-ity. The sports seats in ARTICO man-made leather/ DINAMICA microfibre with red contrasting topstitch-ing, the multifunction steering wheel with shift pad-dles and the AMG DRIVE UNIT set new standards in terms of both appearance and quality. The dash-board trim comes in carbon-fibre look – a perfect match for the five air vents in black/red, the red seat belts and the AMG door sill panels. The AMG instru-ment cluster presents information by means of a central colour display with the AMG main menu and the RACETIMER.

Numerous individualisation options are avail-able for the A 45 AMG (selection):

• AMG Aerodynamics package: AMG rear aerofoil,

additional flics in front apron, larger front splitter• AMG carbon-fibre exterior mirror housing• AMG Exterior Carbon-Fibre package: front splitter, side sill panel inserts and trim on rear apron in genu-ine carbon fibre• AMG rear aerofoil• AMG Exclusive package • AMG multi-spoke light-alloy wheels in 8 x 19 fitted with 235/35 R 19 tyres, in two variants: painted in titanium grey with high-sheen finish or in matt black with high-sheen rim flange• AMG Night package: privacy glass, black anodised waistline trim strip, black tailpipe trims in chromed finish, radiator fins in silver chrome, high-gloss black painted finish for front splitter, exterior mirrors, side sill panel inserts and rear apron trim• AMG Performance exhaust system incl. tailpipe trims in specific design• AMG Performance suspension with tauter spring/damper tuning• AMG Performance steering wheel and E-SELECT lever, electronic key with AMG emblem• AMG Performance seats• AMG wheel bolt covers in black with hub caps in central-locking look

• Red painted callipers

The website devoted to the A 45 AMG allows the new star from AMG to be discovered in interactive mode. Comments, films and pictures from fans of the AMG Twitter and Facebook pages are also displayed for all visitors on the site’s social wall, accompanied by an option for users to publish their own statements.

The web special can be visited online at: www.mer-cedes-amg.com/a45

Pricing

As with all Mercedes-Benz passenger cars, the A 45 AMG comes standard with a class-leading 6-year/100 000 km PremiumDrive maintenance plan with no customer contribution. The A 45 AMG is in-troduced at R599 500 including VAT (excluding CO2 emissions tax).



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Maserati begins its relationship with the 70th Venice Film Festival as main sponsor of the event, cementing the relationship between the prestigious film festival and the Fiat Group.

Maserati will hold the exclusive courtesy car serv-ice and ensure a constant presence of the Trident cars on the red carpet, which will have the various international celebrities attending the Venice Film Festival on board.

The Maserati Terrace, in the pool area at the Hotel Excelsior, will also represent the central space and a vital part of the Venice Film Festival – a space dedi-cated to interviews, meetings, cocktail parties and other events.

Maserati has an established relationship with the world of cinema and there are in fact many films which have seen Trident cars starring in them. The first, in order of time, is “Cronaca di un amore” (Story of a love affair) the 1950 film directed by Michelange-lo Antonioni. Protagonists of the film were the won-derful Lucia Bosè and an equally elegant Maserati

A6 1500, the first granturismo of the House of the Tri-dent. Over the years on the big screen many actors have taken turns at the wheel of a Maserati including Ugo Tognazzi, Vittorio Gassman, Kirk Douglas, Glen Ford, Rock Hudson, David Niven, Peters Sellers and Alain Delon.

Among the latest productions to have co-starred a Maserati are the American film “Ocean’s Thirteen” and the French “The Intouchables” – in both cases the protagonist a Maserati Quattroporte. The film “Limitless,” also starred Robert De Niro, Bradley Cooper and a Maserati GranTurismo.

Just a few months from the start of celebrations for its Centenary, Maserati is a company in rapid expan-sion. With presence in 65 markets worldwide, its role is clearly confirmed as an international ambassador of Italian excellence. This excellence is conveyed every day with passion through products of great charm and outstanding performance seen in the GranTurismo, GranCabrio and the new Quattroporte and Ghibli.

Venice 3rd and 4th September 2013.Arrival worthy of a Diva, followed by 7 journalists’ boats, Scarlett Johansson enchants with her beauty the Italian and international journalists during the two press days for the presentation of the movie, Under the Skin.The actress, in Venice for the official presentation of the movie (in the competition), in company of the direc-tor Jonathan Glazer, met the national press and TV for a morning interviews’ session. After a lunch, served at the fabulous garden of the Hotel Villa Laguna, the actress took part in the official screening of the movie and then she came to the lounge for the Gala dinner. On 4th september Miss Johansson came back at the Venice Movie Stars Lounge where she met the international press of the last day of press activities.

VENICE, ITALY :Miss Italy 2009 Maria Perrusi attends the 70th Venice International Film Festival at Terrazza Maserati

(Photo by Tullio M. Puglia/Getty Images for Maserati) *** Local Caption *** Maria Perrusi

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VENICE, ITALY - SEPTEMBER 04: Actress Rebecca Hall and actor Richard Madden attend ‘Une Promesse’ Premiere during the 70th Venice International Film Festival at Sala Grande on September 4, 2013 in Venice, Italy. (Photo by Tullio M. Puglia/Getty Images for Maserati) *** Local Caption *** Rebecca Hall; Richard Madden

VENICE, ITALY - SEPTEMBER 01: (L-R) Giulio Base, Rosetta Sannelli, Rocco Papaleo, Tiziana Rocca and Salvatore Iuzzolini attend Premio Kineo Ceremony during the 70th Venice International Film Festival at Terrazza Maserati on September 1, 2013 in Venice, Italy. (Photo by Tullio M. Puglia/Getty Images for Maserati) *** Local Caption *** Giulio Base; Rosetta Sannelli; Rocco Papaleo; Tiziana Rocca; Salvatore Iuzzolini

VENICE, ITALY - SEPTEMBER 01: Actresses Margherita Buy and Claudia Potenza attend the Premio Kineo Red Carpet during the 70th Venice International Film Festival at Palazzo del Cinema on Septem-ber 1, 2013 in Venice, Italy

VENICE, ITALY - AUGUST 30: Actress Tenille Houston attends the ‘Canyons’ Premiere during The 70th Venice International Film Festival at Palazzo Del Cinema on August 30, 2013 in Venice, Italy. (Photo by Tullio M. Puglia/Getty Images for Maserati) ***

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Dealer SpotlightIN THE NEWS

Today General Motors South Africa announced the appoint-ment of Brian Olson (43 years old) into the position of Vice President of Vehicle Sales, Service and Marketing (VSSM) for the company’s operations in South Africa.

He takes over from Malcolm Gauld who has worked at the company for over 26 years with the bulk of his time spent in the parts and accessories and vehicle sales, service and market-ing areas of the business.

Brian Olson who is currently Retail Network Development Manager for Chevrolet Europe will succeed him in the role from 01 October 2013 and will report direct to Ian Nicholls, Vice President of GM South Africa Operations.

“Brian is a welcome addition to the local leadership team and is familiar with our business, having previously occupied various roles in the South Africa Vehicle Sales, Service and Market-ing team between October 2005 and May 2012,” emphasised Nicholls. “He brings a wealth of experience into the company and will form an instrumental part of our strategy to further strengthen and build our brands in South Africa.”

Olson who is originally from Bismarck in North Dakota, has held numerous sales and marketing positions within General Motors’ global and North American organisations since 1997.

He began his career as a District Sales Manager for GM’s Buick division in Flint Michigan. Following this he worked at GM’s operations in Detroit where his responsibilities included marketing for the GMC Division’s midsize sports utility vehicles, integration between central office and the regional sales teams and diversity marketing.

In 2005 he joined GM South Africa where he worked for seven years, first in the Marketing Manager role and from 2010 as Sales Manager. In 2012 he moved to Europe where he worked in various roles for Chevrolet and Cadillac.

GMSA Announces the Appointment of New Vehicle Sales Service and

Marketing Vice President

Volkswagen Group South Africa’s (VWSA) Customer Interaction Centre won the gold award at the Contact Centre Management Group annual Contact Centre Awards held in Kyalami recently.

The conference was hosted by the Contact Centre Management Group (CCMG), the official South African Contact Centre professional association responsible for the development of businesses and individuals in the Contact Centre industry.

VWSA’s Customer Interaction Centre received the gold award for Best Contact Centre in South Africa.

The 2013/14 awards attracted over 500 entries across various industry sectors in South Africa. Entrants are required to submit written entries in their respective categories to CCMG. These entries are then subjected to a stringent internal judging process, followed by an on-site visit and interview by the judging panel. Dur-ing the interview, finalists are required to demonstrate how their contact centre strategy and operations are beneficial to the business objectives.

The winners of this year’s awards have much to be proud of, as the standard of entries, attention to meticu-lous detail and competitive spirit was higher than it has ever been in the industry’s history.

VWSA’s Customer Interaction Centre was up against competitors from the short term-insurance and busi-ness process outsourcing industries. Ryan Kleynhans, VWSA’s Customer Interaction Centre Manager said: “We are extremely proud of our achievement, it is a culmination of hard work and perseverance to deliver world class service to our customers and dealers from everybody in the Contact Centre.’’

Pommie Lutchman, Chairman of the CCMG Advisory Board said: “The judges were overwhelmed with the extent to which the VWSA team has collectively tackled each of the five individual strands that make an effective Contact Centre world-class – people, processes, performance, technology and \information. With steely determination and defined policies and processes, the VWSA Customer Interaction Centre sets the benchmark for the rest of the Contact Centre industry, regardless of industry, location or size. Well done to the VWSA team.’’

VWSA’s Customer Interaction Centre, which has been in operation for nine years, has won a combined eight awards on both the international and national stages. These international awards include Best Outbound Campaign (EMEA – Gold, World Finals – Silver) in 2008, Best Contact Centre (EMEA – Gold, World Finals – Gold) in 2010 and Best Operational Manager (EMEA – Gold, World Finals – Silver) in 2012.

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Representatives of the local distributor of FAW cars and light commercials, the Imperial Group, are very impressed with the soon-to-be-launched, entry level FAW V2 hatchback after a local test programme of a pre-launch car which has been underway for the past six months.“The attractively-styled V2 will be the second passenger ve-hicle in our range, where it will join the Sirius seven-seater MPV and panel van, and we are look-ing forward to the introduction of the V2 hatchback in South Africa later this year,” said the general manager responsible for FAW passenger cars and light com-mercials in South Africa, Pedro Pereira.“We are hopeful of being able to introduce the newcomer at a retail price below the R100 000 barrier, which will make it very competi-tive in view of the fact that it is fit-ted with a 1,3-litre four-cylinder engine while most competitors in this segment have smaller capacity power units.”A pre-launch unit has been undergoing a series of evaluations under local operating conditions and those people involved have included a number of engineers from FAW in China.The local person responsible for the test programme, the FAW passenger and LCV technical manager, Johan Ackerman, is delighted with the results and says no problems were experienced during a five-day trip of more than 5 000km which included a variety of roads surfaces, mountain passes and sections on gravel roads.Ackerman says he was particularly impressed by the roadholding and handling as well as ride comfort with a fully-laden car and added that the V2 was stable at highway speeds.The route went from Johannesburg to Upington and then on to Cape Town with two days of sea level testing in the Western Cape before travelling back to Johannesburg.

Fuel consumption was very good at 6.1L/100km as there were four occupants in the car and they travelled between 115-120km/h when conditions permitted. The tank range to an empty 37-litre tank was 562km. FAW entered the local passenger and LCV market at the beginning of the year with the launch of the Sirius panel van and people carrier, first with a 1.3-litre engine and now with the option of a 1.5-litre power unit.“We currently have a national network of 22 dealers and the growing model line-up is resulting in increased interest in the FAW franchise. Most of our dealers are multi-franchise Imperial facilities. We are currently in talks with several interested parties and expect to open a few more FAW outlets shortly,” added the FAW executive, Pedro Pereira.

Local Distributor Very Impressed With Local Tests Of New Faw Hatchback

• Rory Beattie promoted to customer services direc-tor for JLR SA and SSA

Rory Beattie has been appointed as the Customer Services Director of Jaguar Land Rover South Africa and sub-Sahara Africa (JLR SA and SSA)

Beattie, 34, is responsible for all technical support, the call centre, Parts & Accessories, warranty-re-lated matters and both technical and non-technical training, amongst other duties. A team of close to 30 people will report to him.

He’s a dyed in the wool Land Rover man, having qualified as an automotive technician with the Land Rover Academy in 2001. Not long afterwards he moved to the United Kingdom and joined HR Owen Land Rover in London in May that year.

He came back to SA at the end of 2005 and has worked exclusively with the two archetypal British

brands since then, apart from a sabbatical from July 2011 until March 2012. His previous role at JLR was that of Technical Services Manager.

Says Beattie: “The customer experience must be exceptional on every level, and that’s what we’ll strive to provide. Our job must be to keep our ex-isting customers happy, and engender brand loyalty whether they own a Discovery in Kenya, a Jaguar in Angola or a Range Rover in Sandton.”

To this end, he will work closely with the 35 Land Rover dealers (11 of which also sell Jaguar) in South Africa and the nine markets in Africa which comprise SSA.

“These are both brilliant brands in terms of their tech-nology, quality and heritage, and I’m very excited about my new role in keeping them at the forefront in South Africa and sub-Sahara Africa,” concluded Beattie.

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The new car completes the most compre-hensive and exclusive range in Ferrari history. Frankfurt, Ferrari’s stand at this year’s Frankfurt International Motor Show displays the most comprehensive range

in its history. The newest addition is the 458 Spe-ciale, an extreme sports car that joins the Coupé and Spider versions of the multi-award-winning 458.

As with all Ferrari special series models, the 458 Speciale boasts an array of technological innova-tions that make it a thoroughly unique model de-signed for owners looking for an even more focused sports car that offers extreme driving emotions. The innovations span the entire car and include both Fer-rari patents and world firsts, particularly with regard to the engine, active aerodynamics and electronic controls that mark this car out. Thanks to the Maranello engineers’ meticulous de-

velopment, the technical differences between the458 Speciale and the 458 Italia are unprecedented com-pared to the previous Challenge Stradale and 430 Scuderia special series.

Whether on the road or on the track, drivers will feel immediately at one with the 458 Speciale thanks to the speed with which it responds to every input and the consequently natural control that it offers, even in extreme manoeuvres. This finely-tuned handling balance enables the car to reach the highest per-formance levels of any Ferrari V8.

The engine is the most powerful naturally-aspirated Ferrari V8 ever, punching out 605 cv at 9000 rpm and delivering an exceptionally high specific power output of 135 cv/l, comparable to power units de-signed for the track. The engine is produced in the factory’s in-house foundry using the same machinery and processes as employed by the F1 team. The F1 dual-clutch transmission’s new control logics deliver

an even keener sense of urgency during accelera-tion, while the Fast Down-shift makes response to commands even more prompt when the car is shift-ing down through the gears.

One of the car’s main characteristics is new Ferrari-patented mobile aerodynamic solutions at the front and the rear of the car which ensure that different aerodynamic configurations can be adopted in cor-nering, where maximum downforce is essential, and on straights where, instead, drag must be reduced to a minimum. The 458 Speciale has an excellent downforce (Cl) value of 0.53. Thanks to the afore-mentioned active aerodynamics, the latter does not penalise the Cd which is just 0.35.

The 458 Speciale also confirms Ferrari’s leadership in vehicle electronics. Its Side Slip Angle Control (SSC) is a world first. Thanks to a sophisticated new algorithm, which computes lateral acceleration, yaw angle, steering wheel angle and speed, SSC instantaneously calculates the car’s side slip angle, comparing it with reference data, and then allowing smooth, controllable power oversteer, by optimising both torque management via F1-Trac traction con-trol and the E-Diff electronic differential. All of the components in the Brembo braking system have been evolved employing solutions introduced on the LaFerrari. Part and parcel of the Speciale’s de-velopment included Michelin Pilot Sport Cup2 tyres which were specifically honed for it in an intensive collaboration programme to boost performance over a single lap in the dry, performance consistency over multiple laps, and grip in the wet.

Weighing in at an extremely light 1290 kg, the 458 Speciale has an extraordinary weight-power ratio of 2.13 kg/cv, which translates into record-break-ing performance: 0 to 100 km/h acceleration in a scorching 3.0” and a Fiorano lap time of just 1’23”5.In collaboration with Pininfarina, the Ferrari Styling Centre has sculpted forms that are more perform-ance-oriented than ever. The modifications to the bodywork were mostly made to underscore the car’s sporty character, and a huge effort was lavished on fulfilling aerodynamic demands without impinging on Ferrari’s signature styling features and aesthetic standards.

The cockpit features a distinctly racing-inspired at-mosphere, with simplicity the order of the day. Light-weight exclusive materials, such as Alcantara and carbon-fibre, dominate, yet it still exudes the sense of craftsmanship and sophistication typical of all Ferrari interiors. The cockpit’s ergonomic layout, with all con-trols either on the steering wheel or clustered around the driver, is boosted too by the bridge which puts the gearbox commands at an ideal angle to the driver.

The rangeFlanking the 458 Speciale on the stand, and repre-senting the company’s more performance-oriented sports car range, are an F12berlinetta finished in Ferro Met with black interior, and a 458 Spider in Nero Stellato and Sabbia interior. The Prancing Horse’s GT heritage is ably represented by the Cali-fornia30, a convertible that marries performance and versatility. The car on the stand sports Bianco Italia bodywork and a Nero Daytona cockpit, and is flanked by the four-seater, four-wheel drive FF in Rosso Ma-ranello with panoramic glass roof. The Ferrari range is at the leading-edge in terms of environmental re-sponsibility. The Prancing Horse’s substantial invest-ment in emissions and fuel consumption reduction has resulted in average power output being boosted by 100 cv whilst slashing a massive 40 per cent off CO2 emissions.

Ferrari’s business strategy, which sees the company present on 62 markets worldwide, focuses strongly on retaining the Prancing Horse’s signature exclusiv-ity to protect the brand and the value of the cars. A range of unique, excellence-oriented service contrib-utes to this also. The latter include the Tailor Made service for clients wishing to personalise their cars to a truly bespoke standard. The Tailor Made atel-ier has its own area on the stand, featuring an FF in Grigio Abu Dhabi with detailing in vintage Grigio Ferro Met. The cabin boasts a luxury trim that en-compasses buttery-soft “Soul Aretha” Frau leather in warm, deep hues, and also “Solaro”, a stunningly refined, elegant tailoring fabric with a wonderfully opulent, iridescent finish. Wood trim (teak and ash) and L-pattern stitching further enhance the unique allure of this car.

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A few days ago Toyota tickled our performance palettes with a few teas-er shots of the forthcoming Yaris Hybrid-R Concept which will make its world premiere at next week’s Frankfurt Motor Show. Now, for the first time this super-hot hatch is shown in all its ‘green’ glory. Just to recap, here are some of the Yaris Hybrid-R Concept’s more salient perform-ance features (please note Toyota has adjusted some of the output figures from the earlier release):

• The car’s hybrid powertrain combines a highly tuned 1.6-litre four-cylinder turbo engine and two powerful electric motors to provide total output of 313kW (420hp).• The direct-injection turbo powerplant, which has been adapted to rac-

ing conditions, provides 224kW (300hp) of power and 420Nm of torque to drive the front wheels. It was specifically developed by Toyota Motor-sport GmbH according to FIA rules for a Global Race Engine to be used in different motorsport disciplines, such as the World Rally Champion-ship and the World Touring Car Championship.• At the rear of the Yaris Hybrid-R, each wheel is powered by a 45kW (60hp) electric motor, providing an “intelligent” electric four-wheel drive capability. The motors generate electricity during braking and supple-ment the petrol engine during acceleration. As with Toyota’s TS030 hybrid Le Mans race car, the energy recovered from braking is stored in a super capacitor. Its high power density and fast charge/discharge speed are perfectly suited to the requirements of sporty driving on a track, which requires brief and immediate bursts of power.• The Yaris Hybrid-R driver can push a button on the steering wheel to select “road” mode for day-to-day driving or “track” mode for competi-tion. “Track” mode makes full use of available performance, with the rear electric motors able to reach a combined maximum power peak of 90kW (120 hp) for up to five seconds.• A third 45kW electric motor, located between the engine and the six-gear sequential transmission, can operate as an advanced traction-control system. At low speeds, or in a curve, when the engine power and torque exceed the grip potential of the front wheels, the motor can convert torque from the petrol engine into electric energy and direct it to the rear wheels. The twin rear electric motors can also enhance handling characteristics during cornering by altering the distribution of torque between the left and right rear wheels, achieving the same ef-fect as an intelligent torque vectoring differential. Depending on the radius of the curve, the system can send more torque to the outside rear wheel, apply more braking force to the inside wheel or even brake and accelerate each wheel independently to promote a better driving line and to limit understeer.• Depending on the state of charge of the battery, the Yaris Hybrid-R can be operated in full electric mode for short distances, especially dur-ing parking operations.

A resolutely sporty design To say that the Yaris Hybrid-R looks different from its bread-and-butter siblings is an understatement. This radical concept adopts newly de-signed headlights, a wider front grille and black and blue details that contrast with the white body colour.

The front bumper incorporates two large air intakes and blue LED day-time running lights. The intakes greatly contribute to the front brake cooling, while the shape of the lower lip is designed to centrally channel underbody air flow.

The flared fenders house bespoke 18-inch TRD wheels fitted with

225/40 R18 Michelin Pilot Sport Cup tyres featuring an asymmetrical tread design that is ideally suited for a mixed use on the road and on the track.

Grooved and perforated brake discs are gripped by six-piston callipers in the front and four-piston callipers in the rear. Located on the rear pillar, a quick-opening fuel cap allows for quick refuelling in the pits.

At the rear, a spoiler is mounted on the roof and the bumper incorpo-rates a large diffuser with an exhaust pipe framed by two air extractors.Matching the colours outside, the dual-tone Recaro bucket seats fea-ture black leather side bolsters and blue Alcantara®.

Ideally located high and close to the driver’s right hand, the shift lever of the sequential gearbox is set up to quickly change down gears by push-ing the lever forwards, and to change up by pulling it back. The driving position is completed by a set of sport pedals from the 86 sports coupe.Connecting the real and virtual worlds

The Yaris Hybrid-R concept utilises the same CAN-Gateway ECU sys-tem developed for the 86 coupe for the sixth version of the GranTur-ismo game, due to be launched before the end of the year.

The system allows drivers of the 86 to record - on a USB or smartphone - the racing data collected while driving on the track. GPS data, longi-tudinal accelerations, steering angles, gear changes, engine speed, vehicle speed and even water temperature are used to reproduce a real lap of the track on the video game console and compare it to virtual laps done with the game.

The Yaris Hybrid-R Concept takes this technology one step further, by utilising the same principle but in a reverse way. We could imagine that the data of the laps recorded through the video game could be sent to the vehicle ECU. The electronic management of the car could potentially anticipate the driving conditions of each track, to optimise the phases of energy recovery, the operation of the traction control, the amount of energy used at each step and optimise the handling through the rear electric motors.

Key TMG Global Race Engine SpecificationsEngine: 1595cm3Fuel system: direct injection (up to 200 bar)Air system: turbo garett GTR2560R (max boost pressure: 2.5 bar)Air restrictor: 33mmMax power: more than 224kW (300hp) at 6000rpmMax torque: 420NmMax RPM: 7500rpm

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Pure urban joie de vivre - also for four in future

Stuttgart/Frankfurt. More than two seats are also fully in keeping with the smart brand experience: the smart fourjoy proves this. The study has all the typical smart attributes and embodies pure carefree enjoyment of urban life. The compact four-seater is the forerunner of a new smart generation and is celebrating its world premiere at the International Motor Show in Frankfurt (12 – 22 September 2013).

No doors, no rear window and an open roof – the smart fourjoy dispenses with unnecessary ballast. At the same time this gives viewers an unhindered view of the futuristic interior with its striking rear seat bench in the style of lounge furniture. This means that the vehicle has ample space for four people.

With its compact dimensions (length/width/height: 3494/1978/1494 millimetres) and a turning circle of 9.1 metres the smart fourjoy boasts the agility typical of the brand and is able to show off its strengths, especially in cities around the world. And thanks to the state-of-the-art electric drive with a 55 kW magneto-electric motor the zero-local-emission smart fourjoy offers agile driving performance without any shift delays.

What’s more, the four-seater has inherited many of the genes of the original smart. “The smart fourjoy is the perfect icon of our smart design philosophy that is being carried into a new era. For the first time we are showing the future sporty four-seater character of the new smart family,” says Gorden Wagener, Head of Design at Daimler AG. “The typical smart silhouette, the clear lines and styling and also the further development of the smart face make this study a modern design icon.”

Numerous design elements are a reference to the first smart model series. These include the extremely short overhangs, the wheels positioned on the four most outer points, the tail lights integrated in the sturdy tridion cell and the spherical instrument cluster.

Dr Annette Winkler, Head of smart, says: “The smart fourjoy is a study that successfully translates the unique design and the urban driving fun of the smart fortwo to an extremely compact four-seater. Numerous details of previous show cars that received very positive feedback have been incorporated in the fourjoy. The exterior proportions already reveal a lot about the appearance of our four-seater production smart which will be launched at the end of 2014 and will also enable families to travel together in a smart.”

The exterior: polished aluminium meets white pearlescent paintwork

The study shows that smart is becoming more grown-up. The deliberately three-dimensional, upright front gives it a very expressive appearance that greets the viewer with a fresh smile that is both friendly and assertive. The smart fourjoy proudly displays the large brand emblem on the front grille. The honeycomb structure of the air inlets on the front and the convex and sensuously shaped body surfaces

emphasise the family relationship to the studies smart for-us (Detroit 2012) and smart forstars (Paris 2012).

The extremely pronounced tridion cell is a new feature. On the study it is made of polished full-aluminium and its brilliant bright lustre finish emphasises the premium character of the brand.

The raised smart lettering milled from aluminium on the side skirts is a further sign of the top quality. The pearlescent white on the bumpers, front bonnet and tailgate provides a contrast to the aluminium of the tridion cell. The door mirrors “float” on an aluminium stele.

A look back to the future: as with the first-generation smart fortwo the rear lights are integrated in the tridion cell. Like turbines, cubes have been incorporated into the plexiglass there. The headlamps do not have a glass cover and this reinforces the three-dimensional impression of the U-shaped daytime running lights. LEDs are exclusively fitted in the front and tail lights.

Transparent petroleum-coloured moulded parts emphasise the upbeat character of the study. They are found in the wind deflector at the top of

the front windscreen, on the A-pillars on the sides and on the rear roof spoiler. The function and colour are reminiscent of 1990s tennis caps.

The interior: futuristic lounge seats for four

Without doors, a rear window or roof panel the smart fourjoy really brings the city inside. Elements that connect the exterior and the interior are the handles for driver and passenger on the side sills and the openings in the roof structure.

The most striking interior features are the two futuristic-looking front

seats and the rear seat bench with a similar design. With their organic, sculptural shape they are reminiscent of modern lounge furniture.

The seat shell has a harmonious design. The rear of the seats is made of dark chrome. A piping-like line winds around the sides of the seats with the same petroleum colour as the plexiglass accents on the exterior. Perforated and smooth surfaces alternate on the vehicle floor. As the floor is dark the seats seem to float.

The seats and the instrument panel are supported by a continuous central structure. It features a convex surface with touch-sensitive operating functions.

The instrument panel gives the impression of depth, and with a honeycomb structure and fading it takes up two themes of the exterior. The solid instrument panel support is made of transparent, illuminated plexiglass into which apertures have been milled. The striking multidimensional honeycomb structure was created by moulding on white plastic with a pearlescent effect in these areas.

The design of the spherical instrument cluster and the single-spoke steering wheel are reminiscent of the original smart. Two smartphones are mounted on the dashboard and on the centre tunnel at the rear for cutting-edge connectivity and tailor-made entertainment for all four passengers.

The drive: driving fun with zero local emissions

The electric drive housed at the rear is based on the current smart fortwo electric drive. Thanks to the 55 kW magneto-electric motor the smart fourjoy is agile and lively to drive.

The lithium-ion battery has a capacity of 17.6 kWh. When completely empty it takes a maximum of seven hours to fully charge the battery at a household socket or charging station on the electricity systems of most countries, i.e. overnight. The charging time at a wallbox or public charging station can be shortened to less than one hour with the 22 kW on-board charger and a rapid charging cable.

For the last mile: electric skateboards and helmets

Two longboards are fastened on the roof of the smart fourjoy. With these electrically driven skateboards it is possible to cover short distances in the city without producing any local emissions.

Helmets are stowed under the rear seats. A high-definition camera that is simple to remove is also attached here. This enables longboard riding to be filmed and subsequently shared with friends on social networks.

Further information from smart is available on the internet:

www.media.daimler.com and www.smart.com

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Elegant confidence enabled by the new scalable architecture

Inspired by contemporary, progressive Scandinavian lifestyle and design as well as iconic elements from the past, the elegant new Volvo Concept Coupé is the first of a series of three concept cars that reveal the design possibilities created by the company’s new Scalable Product Architecture (SPA).

After more than a year of rising expectations, the first design by the new Senior Vice President of Design, Thomas Ingenlath, showcases how design builds emotion into the Volvo brand and points towards the next generation of Volvo models, starting with the forthcoming Volvo XC90 in 2014. “The Volvo Concept Coupé is no futuristic dream car. It is designed to demonstrate the capability of our new architecture: the confident stance, the proportions and the most prominent design signatures. Even though the all-new Volvo XC90 is an entirely different type of car, you will recognise the connection instantly when it is revealed next year,” says Thomas Ingenlath. Developed in-house for Volvo Cars only, the Scalable Platform Archi-tecture liberates Volvo’s designers and engineers from the limitations of previous cross-brand platforms. “The new Volvo Concept Coupé reveals how we could shape our cars from now on. Free from the superficial surface excitement of other car brands, we add emotional value to the Volvo brand with the calm, confi-dent beauty that is the hallmark of Scandinavian design,” says Thomas Ingenlath. Powerful visual impact

The visual impact of the new proportions is most powerful when view-ing the Volvo Concept Coupé from the side. The distance between the dashboard and the front axle is extended and the greenhouse has been moved slightly rearwards. A low bonnet, roof, and the five-spoke, 21-inch wheels also contribute to the impression of an elegant Gran Tourer oozing effortless power. The confident stance is emphasized by a beltline that spans an elegant bow along the whole car. “Think about the powerful calmness of a lion. He doesn’t have to prowl to radiate respect. Even lying down he shows very clearly what he is capable of,” smiles Thomas Ingenlath.

New T-shaped DRL lights

The face of the Volvo Concept Coupé is characterised by a new to-pography on the bonnet and the ‘floating’ grille, flanked by headlights featuring new T-shaped DRL light guides. Just like the rear light signa-ture, the DRL lights are distinctive elements in the new design direction of Volvo Cars. “The face is new, but it also carries more than 85 years of Volvo herit-age with great pride. We are still working with the final interpretation of the grille and the iron mark and this will be revealed together with the new Volvo XC90 next year,” says Thomas Ingenlath. Echoes the iconic P1800

The Concept Coupé also features elements that echo the design of the Volvo P1800 from the 1960s. “It is a car designer’s duty to reflect and incorporate design signatures that are vital parts of the company’s heritage. The P1800 is an iconic Volvo, renowned for its beautiful forms and detailing. However, using elements from the P1800 exterior and interior has nothing to do with being retro. We are using these subtle links to a glorious past to cre-ate a future where sheer beauty becomes a recognised part of Volvo’s identity. That journey starts with the Volvo Concept Coupé,” says Tho-mas Ingenlath. Sparkling crystal gear-leaver

The blue-grey exterior is echoed on the inside of the Volvo Concept Coupé. Refined, handcrafted elements such as the leather instrument panel, inlays made of naturally aged wood and the dark blue woven carpets are blended with beautifully machined metal details.”

“To me, handcrafted crystal is one of the finest examples of high-quality Scandinavian design and I love the idea of bringing it into the car. The prominent position of the gear-leaver is the perfect place for this spar-kling sensation,” says Robin Page, Design Director Interior at Volvo Car Group. He adds: “The experience inside the Volvo Concept Coupé is an excellent example of how we will make Volvo customers feel truly special.” Large portrait touch-screen

The Volvo concept car also includes a totally new approach to Volvo Cars’ human-centric user experience. A large portrait touch-screen in the centre console interacts with an adaptive digital display and head-up display in front of the driver. “This is a natural integration of user interfaces in our new car gen-eration. Interaction with pleasure but without distraction is the key. We bring connectivity into our cars to make them both more enjoyable and safe,” explains Thomas Ingenlath. The Scalable Platform Architecture is also being prepared for complete-ly autonomous driving. The first features with autonomous steering to avoid accidents and make driving more comfortable will be introduced in 2014 - and Volvo Cars’ aim is to have cars with fully autonomous technology out on the roads before 2020. Petrol plug-in hybrid - powerful and efficientThe petrol plug-in hybrid driveline in the Volvo Concept Coupé reflects Volvo Cars’ strategy to use electrification to cre-ate the most powerful versions in the new four-cylinder Drive-E engine family. This will take power figures up into V8 territory. The concept car features a two-litre high-performance Drive-E petrol engine with a supercharger and turbo. The petrol engine is teamed with an electric motor on the rear axle. This gives Volvo Concept Coupé a total output of around 298kW (400 hp) and over 600 Nm of torque.

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The Honda NSX prototype lapped the 2.4-mile Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in Lexington, Ohio to-day, just prior to the running of the Honda Indy 200, showcasing

the steady progress being made toward the planned 2015 launch of Honda’s next-gener-ation, mid-engine supercar.

Ted Klaus, Chief engineer of Honda R&D Americas, Inc. said: “With leadership from our R&D and manufacturing teams here in Ohio, we are developing a next generation sports car that will be equally at home on the street and on the race track, so it is natural for us to showcase the prototype vehicle here at Mid-Ohio.

It is exciting for us to see the prototype running on track, reflecting the great progress we’re making toward the 2015 global launch of the NSX, as we engineer a new sports-car experi-ence for customers around the world.”

Targeting next-generation supercar dynamic capabilities with advanced environmental per-formance, the NSX will be powered by a mid-mounted, direct-injected V-6 engine mated to Honda’s Sport Hybrid SH-AWD® (Super Han-dling All-Wheel Drive) system.

Sport Hybrid SH-AWD® is an all-new, three-motor high-performance hybrid system that combines torque vectoring all-wheel drive with advanced hybrid efficiency through the use of three electric motors – one motor integrated

with the V-6 engine and its all-new dual-clutch transmission (DCT) driving the rear wheels, and two motors driving the front wheels.

The system enables instant delivery of nega-tive or positive torque to the front wheels dur-ing cornering to achieve a new level of driv-ing performance unparalleled by current AWD systems.

Global development of the NSX is being led by engineers at Honda R&D Americas, Inc., in Raymond, Ohio. The next-generation sports car will be produced in nearby Marysville, Ohio, using domestic and globally sourced parts, at the newly established, state-of-the-art Performance Manufacturing Center, now under construction.

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Learners at the Southview High School in Lenasia South have received a brand new library, which is sponsored by Hyundai Automotive South Africa as part of its corporate social responsibility programme.The library initiative is one of several social respon-sibility activities undertaken by Hyundai Automotive SA, which includes participation in the entrepreneur-ship development programme of The Hope Factory.

The library at the Southview High School was opened by Ms. Barbara Creecy, MEC for Education in Gauteng, and Mr. J.H. Hwang, head of commercial vehicles at Hyundai Motor Company’s African & Middle East headquarters, at a colourful ceremony where the school’s choir and troupe of gumboot dancers entertained the guests.

The new library, fitted with new desks and chairs and populated with about 4 500 books as well as com-puters, is an initiative of Hyundai Automotive South Africa and the Imperial and Ukhamba Community

Development Trust.

A delighted Mr. R.B. Naidoo, principal of South-view High School, said he could never in his wildest dreams imagine that their public request for assist-ance would culminate in the establishment of the new library, with about 4 500 books, in a period of only 6 weeks. “We trust that this library would stim-ulate a desire to learn with our children and would lead to an improved literacy level among our learn-ers,” said Naidoo.

The Southview High School, situated in Lenasia, southwest of Johannesburg, has about 1 800 learn-ers and was identified by Hyundai Automotive SA as a well-run, most suitable school to establish such a library.

Mr. Stanley Anderson, marketing director of Hyundai Automotive SA, said his company was proud to contribute to the education of learners at Southview High. “However, the establishment of this library is only part of the recipe for successful education. It is also important for you to have a vision, a goal that you want to achieve in life through your education at this school,” said Anderson to the enthusiastic grade 8 learners who attended the ceremony.

The library programme started after a lack of read-ing and comprehension skills was identified when the Trust adopted their first school in 2005 as part of an interventions strategy. This led to, inter alia, the provision of resources such as textbooks, stationary charts, and establishing fully resourced libraries with a wide range of books and audiovisual aids.

Ms. Creecy said she appreciates the very good working relationship that exists between the Imperial and Ukhamba Community Development Trust and the Department of Education, and that “this partner-ship with Imperial and Ukhamba Trust is the best pri-vate sector partnership that I have.”

According to Mrs. Charaine Ludick, a director of Hy-undai Automotive SA and coordinator of corporate social responsibility projects at the company, the complete set-up cost of a library at a school is about R1,17 million. “That includes costs of renovating the infrastructure; buying furniture and equipment and books; and the covering and bar-coding of books,” says Ludick.

Additional costs, such as the salaries of two librar-ians, an annual license fee and overseeing the project, could add a further R270 000 per year to the running of such a centre.Hyundai Automotive SA intends to identify five more schools where libraries can be established to con-tinue and expand the project.

Apart from their involvement in education, Hyundai Automotive SA is also a participant in The Hope Fac-tory’s entrepreneurial programme that addresses challenges encountered by entrepreneurs, such as access to markets, low cost rental space and infra-structure to help grow their businesses.Aside from receiving extensive mentorship, guid-ance and network opportunities, entrepreneurs are assisted by The Hope Factory to enable them to run their businesses from the centre, using all the facili-ties provided.

Hyundai Automotive SA plans to continue to support this programme and to contribute about R2,6 million to the development of small businesses in South Af-rica.

“By investing in The Hope Factory you are assured, through our past track record and through consistent management and monitoring by the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants, that your invest-ment will result in empowered, productive entre-preneurs,” says Annie McWalter, CEO of The Hope Factory.

She says The Hope Factory follows a two-pronged approach: To mentor and train potential black entre-preneurs to develop life and business skills, in order to create new businesses (Socio-Economic Devel-opment); and to equip black entrepreneurs with skills to grow their existing businesses (Enterprise Devel-opment).

Tiger Wheel & Tyre Challenges South Africans to Donate Blood.

It’s that time of the year again, when Tiger Wheel & Tyre and the South African National Blood Service (SANBS) offer ordinary South Africans the chance to do something extraordinary; to donate blood and in the process to make a difference.

The national September Blood Drive runs from 1 to 30 Septem-ber 2013 and if you’re between the ages of 16 and 65, weigh more than 50kgs, lead a sexually safe lifestyle and are generally healthy, then you are eligible to donate blood at any of the SANBS donor centres, countrywide.

This year the Western Province Blood Transfusion Service (WPBTS) is also joining this drive to ensure that there is always safe and sufficient blood supply for patients in need of a blood transfusion.

To thank you for making a difference, each donor do-nating blood in this period at participating SANBS or WPBTS centres during the September Blood Drive will get a voucher for free wheel balancing that can be redeemed at any Tiger Wheel & Tyre store before 12 October 2013.

That’s not all though. After donating if you SMS the word TIGER and your blood unit number to 32715, you’ll also stand a chance to win one of three Tiger Wheel & Tyre gift cards, valued at R5 000, R3 000 and R1 000 for first, second and third place.

“The SANBS tagline for the September Blood Drive really sums up the essence of this campaign: ‘Don’t let life get in the way of life.’ Yet we all do exactly that. We get so busy with family, work and other commit-ments that our best intentions fall by the wayside. We ask that you take a minute and think about the implications of donating blood. Consider how this simple act of kindness can make a life or death dif-ference for somebody in need and in doing so it be-comes an act of heroism,” says Joe du Plooy, Group Marketing Executive of TiAuto.

To find out more about the September Blood Drive, visit Tiger Wheel & Tyre’s website at www.twt.to and for a list of participating donor centres visit the SANBS website at www.sanbs.org.za and the WPBTS website at www.wpblood.org.za. Last year, 89 306 heroes made an effort to not let life get in the way of life and participated in this blood drive. Will you be among them this year?

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Hyundai Automotive SA donates library to Southview High School in

Lenasia

GA-RANKUWA, “I’m so happy I don’t know what to say, I’d given up on having my own house. If not for Nissan I’d still be suffering now.” With these simple words, Mostapha Mahomed (59) sums up Nissan’s Blue Citizenship global housing initiative aimed at uplifting and empowering communities. In partner-ship with the City of Tshwane Metropolitan Munici-pality Habitat for Humanity SA, the Nissan project in South Africa will provide housing to beneficiaries in Zone 10, a new area of Ga-Rankuwa township, north of Pretoria.

Turned down six years ago when he first applied for a house, Mahomed is one of 200 beneficiaries identi-fied by the City of Tshwane from its indigent register. Coincidentally, he’s a former Nissan employee who covered car seats for 15 years and has been out of work since suffering a stroke that partially paralysed him and confined him to a wheelchair 19 years ago.

Mahomed’s house will be constructed to meet his disability challenges. Excited at the prospect of his own home, he said: “I’m looking forward to being in-dependent again.”

At a ceremony to officially launch the project, Nissan SA (NSA) managing director Mike Whitfield thanked officials from the City of Tshwane, representatives of Habitat for Humanity, the media and members of the community for joining Nissan SA at this important event. He then cut the ribbon to the first completed showhouse. “This project is close to the hearts of all of us at Nissan SA,” said Whitfield, “and it is with pride and humility that we look forward to participat-ing in the transformation of so many people’s lives.” He then handed over the showhouse front door

key to Executive Mayor, Kgosientso Ramokgopa. Accepting the key, Ramokgopa said: “This partner-ship with Nissan is in line with the City’s Growth and Development Strategy (Tshwane Vision 2055) of transforming the unequal and segregated city’s landscape by building sustainable communities and providing adequate, quality services and infrastruc-ture for all residents. Whitfield also thanked Habitat for Humanity South Africa for bringing its well-known expertise and experience in enabling communities through the provision of housing to bring about sus-tainable change for themselves, leading the way to a better South Africa. Habitat for Humanity SA’s Board Chairman, Bonginkosi Dlalisa added his support. “It’s a privi-lege to be part of this initiative as it begins the proc-ess of creating sustainable change and breaking the shackles of poverty, one community at a time. We look forward to delivering quality housing through our social facilitation programme.”

To qualify as beneficiaries on the City of Tshwane indigent register, applicants have to be South African citizens who have never previously owned a house, and whose total household income is R3, 500 or less. Special cases include the elderly, child-headed households, people with disability and military veter-ans who meet the criteria. Funding of the project in South Africa is not taxable and forms part of NSA’s CSR Philanthropy pro-gramme, one of the pillars of Nissan’s Blue Citizen-ship strategy, centred on mobility, community and sustainability. Last word goes to 52-year-old unem-ployed Ronald Mohlaba whose two children aged 13 and 28 live with him in his mother’s dwelling. Asked how he’ll feel when he moves into his house, he said: “I’ll probably cry. It will be a joy that you can’t explain, something that you can call your own. It’s a bless-ing.”

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