Mazda’s Geneva Motor Show stand spotlights the new Mazda6, stunning concept cars and next-generation engine technology


Te Mazda stand will be one of the busiest at the 88th Geneva International Motor Show this month. It will feature the world debut of the new Mazda6 Tourer, the European debut of the new Mazda6 Saloon, and two stunning concept vehicles - the Mazda VISION COUPE and Mazda KAI CONCEPT, as well as showcasing Mazda's revolutionary SKYACTIV-X next-generation petrol engine. Te latest update of the Mazda6 is the most comprehensive yet, offering enhanced quality in almost every detail of Mazda's flagship model. It features a more mature, elegant and refined exterior design, extensive interior revisions including completely new seating, boosted SKYACTIV powertrain performance, enhanced driving dynamics, greater aerodynamic efficiency,


reduced NVH and


an even broader range of i-ACTIVSENSE safety features, such as a 360° view monitor


inherent abilities to effect the ultimate connection between driver and car, it adopts Mazda's revolutionary SKYACTIV-X powertrain. Exclusive to Mazda, SKYACTIV-X is a ground- breaking engine which introduces an innovative combustion method called Spark Controlled Compression Ignition (SPCCI). Set to become the world's first commercial petrol engine to use compression ignition*,


SKYACTIV-X


and an intelligent speed assist system. Te Mazda VISION COUPE, recently crowned 'Most Beautiful Concept Car of the Year', adopts the basic form of a flowing four-door coupe. It forgoes the rhythmical motion that prior iterations of KODO design emphasised in body


styling, opting instead for a simple form that strips away all non-essential elements to follow the principle of 'Less is More'. Tremendous time and care have been invested on the bodywork, especially the play of light across its surfaces. Its name Kai meaning 'Pioneer', the Mazda KAI CONCEPT


compact hatchback sets the stage for the future of the Mazda brand, showcasing the company's breakthrough technologies and the latest evolution of its KODO design. Within next-generation SKYACTIV-VEHICLE ARCHITECTURE which maximises the human body's


combines the benefits of a spark-ignition petrol engine -expansiveness at high rpm and cleaner emissions- with those of a compression diesel engine -superior initial response and fuel economy- to produce


a


crossover engine that delivers the best of both worlds. Te 2018 Geneva Motor Show is on until Sunday 18th March.


* As of February 2018, according to in-house investigation


JAGUAR XF WINS COMPANY CAR OF THE YEAR


THE JAGUAR XF has picked up two major UK awards, having been named both Company Car of the Year and Large Company Car of the Year at the annual SME Company Car of the Year Awards. It’s the second winning year for the XF, which was named Director Company Car of the Year at the 2017 event. A panel of independent judges picked out the XF 2.0D 163ps R-Sport Auto model for particular praise. Its four-cylinder diesel Ingenium engine delivers fuel economy of 69.7mpg and CO2 emissions of 109g/ km, falling to just 104g/km when fitted with a manual gearbox. But the XF’s technology isn’t just limited to its engine range, with a whole host of hi-tech offerings to boost safety and connectivity on the road. Forward Vehicle Guidance and Blind Spot Assist take the stress out of driving, while Dual View InControl infotainment system allows you and your passengers to view different information on the same screen, at the same time. Te SME Company Car Award is the latest in a long line of accolades for the all-new Jaguar XF, which has already had been recognized by Business Car as Executive Car of the Year, by Top Gear Magazine as its Saloon Car of the Year and by Fleet World as its Executive Car of the Year. Jeremy Hicks, Jaguar Land Rover UK MD, said: “Te XF is positioned in one of the most competitive segments of the marketplace; not only does it have to


be stylish, luxurious and packed full of technology, but it really has to add up financially, too. Tis SME Company Car of the Year Award is just the latest validation of what we’ve known about the XF from the beginning; it is quite simply the best all-round package in the executive class.”


Te Jaguar XF was designed from the ground up to appeal to fleet and business customers, and boasts total cost-of-ownership figures that are among the best in their class. Te XF is available to order now at Jaguar UK retailers, priced from £32,490 on-the-road.


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