Chauffeurs get new Lexus LS600h limo for 2010

Lexus LS600h
Lexus LS600h

Lexus LS600h

Extra comfort and economy is at the top of list for the next generation of the chauffeurs favourite Lexus LS600h.

Revealed at the Frankfurt motor show, Lexus has revealed the new model with reach the vital Euro V emissions standards and a more compact battery packaging allowing chauffeurs more boot space than the previous model.

A new ECO mode which modifies the throttle action and performance of the air conditioning system to support fuel-efficient driving has also been announced.

The movement of the accelerator pedal and system output is automatically controlled, reducing response to aggressive inputs to improve fuel economy and promote smoother driving. The load on the engine is also reduced under acceleration, which also helps improve fuel efficiency.

On the outside, the revised model is distinguished visually by a new four-bar grille and front bumper with redesigned air intakes and fog lamps. The headlamps have a new running light design and are finished in Lexus hybrid blue.

In profile, the car has a new one-piece rocker moulding and new door mirrors that incorporate twin LED turn signals and puddle lamps, with chrome highlights.

More information at thechauffeur.com

All-new Jaguar XJ for chauffeurs to appear at Drive ’09

The New Jaguar XJ
The New Jaguar XJ

The New Jaguar XJ

Jaguar Cars has confirmed the all-new XJ long-wheel base will be making its trade debut at Drive ’09.

As the new model has only just been seen by a lucky few, the chauffeur and private hire industries will be able to witness the ground-breaking big cat first hand at the event in September.

Officially on sale at the end of the year, the all-new XJ is the first car to feature the next-generation of Jaguar’s aerospace-inspired aluminium body architecture. It has been said the all-new XJ will introduce the highest standards of personal luxury and specification, including a panoramic glass roof.

Ian Callum Director of Design, commented; “The car is very modern, and it certainly meets up the expectations of people who understand design with a capital D, I have no doubt about that whatsoever.

“With this car I really do feel that I’ve taken almost thirty years of learning and put it into something that is very complete for me; and that’s taken a lot of discipline, a lot of pushing; on my part, on my design teams part, and the engineers. But I think we’ve achieved something very special indeed.”

Information supplied by thechauffeur.com